Universal Orlando Resort announces two new space-themed hotels, Stella Nova and Terra Luna, located near Epic Universe theme park, with reservations now open ahead of their respective openings on January 21 and March 25.

An Orange County man, David Ogden, has been indicted for production and possession of child sexual abuse material and could face extensive prison time if convicted.

A mother sues Orange County school district after her son was allegedly assaulted at Chickasaw Elementary; the district has yet to comment on the lawsuit.

A former Lake County Sheriff's Deputy resigned after an investigation revealed he viewed porn on his phone before crashing his patrol car. He initially lied about the cause of the crash and his seatbelt use.

Maitland City Council approved designs for a new library in Quinn Strong Park, set to replace the historic 1907 building and the Maitland Senior Center. Voters backed the tax-funded $20 million project, which aims to preserve community services.

Orange County opens a Financial Empowerment Center offering free financial counseling to aid residents with budgeting, savings, and managing debt. The initiative aims to provide financial literacy for economic stability.

A fatal crash involving multiple vehicles occurred on County Road 42 in Lake County, leading to the road's closure and an ongoing investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.

Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez has been added to the State Attorney's Brady List following inconsistencies in his statements regarding the sharing of a crime scene photo on Instagram.

The National Weather Service issued a Cold Weather Advisory for parts of Central Florida, expecting brisk wind chills and a persistent chill. Residents are advised to dress warmly and keep pets inside.

A fire in Oviedo required a response from local fire departments who rescued several dogs and reported no injuries. The fire's cause is under investigation.

A head-on collision in Lake County resulted in two fatalities and left one person seriously injured after a failed overtaking maneuver on County Road 42.

College Park Cafe in Orlando plans to reopen after a Christmas Eve fire and past financial struggles, with community support and a fundraising campaign aiding staff. Renovations and rebranding are underway for its much-anticipated return.

Orlando expects colder weather with frost possible and poor boating conditions; warmer temperatures will return before another cold front hits mid-week.