Orlando alerts public as avian flu causes bird deaths in local parks, advising against contact with affected wildlife.

Warm temperatures hitting mid to upper 80s are expected in Central Florida before a cool down next week, with a high rip current risk and potential Small Craft Advisories by Saturday night.

Winter Park's Community Redevelopment Agency launched a $2.5 million Park Avenue Refresh Project to enhance safety and aesthetics with reinforced planters, improved lighting, and uninterrupted commerce during construction.

Central Florida beachgoers are warned of life-threatening rip currents despite good weather, a heatwave is expected to peak by Sunday before a forecasted cooldown next week.

Three people were arrested after a brawl at a youth baseball tournament in Winter Haven, which left two injured, following an altercation initiated by Yosmany Guzman Fernandez.

Freeze warning and cold advisory for East Central Florida until 9 AM, affecting several counties. Authorities advise caution when using space heaters and recommend dressing warmly. Dry conditions are expected to continue, with a gradual warm-up anticipated.

A car crashed into a vacant building in Orlando, causing minor injuries to the driver and no other harm, with officials responding and investigating the cause.

A teen was arrested for a December shooting at a park in Edgewater, facing charges including discharging a firearm and shooting into an occupied vehicle.

A Chevrolet Corvette was found submerged in an Orlando retention pond, sparking an investigation. Firefighters responded, but no one was found inside the vehicle. The cause of the incident is unknown.

Orlando police seek information on a brutal attack on Bernard "BJ" Jackson, offering a $5,000 reward for leads; he was found severely beaten on December 26, 2025.

A dispute over a tip between a rideshare driver and a passenger in Osceola County led to the latter opening fire, resulting in no injuries. The accused, Alexis Encarnacion-Rosado, faces multiple charges.

Lake Minneola High School was locked down after a bomb threat, with police and Lake County Schools responding. The situation is ongoing with limited details.

The future of Hungerford School's 117-acre property is debated as Dr. Phillips Charities proposes redevelopment, with a potential $14M purchase and $13M incentives. Eatonville residents express concern over transparency and community involvement.