A semi-truck fire on Florida's Turnpike near Winter Garden caused major delays and required traffic to be rerouted while firefighters extinguished the blaze.

A 77-year-old man was killed on I-95 in Florida while trying to save a turtle; his actions led to a fatal accident involving two vehicles. No other injuries were reported.

A woman, 71, died when a trailer door struck her after a cable snapped in a DeLand garage; her husband tried unsuccessfully to lift the door off her. The accident is under investigation.

Fresh renderings show proposed renovations for Orlando's Camping World Stadium, including a capacity increase to 65,000, new seating, premium suites, and a contemporary exterior. The project seeks a permit and is partly funded by tourism dollars.

Robin Severance Lopez's bond hearing raises concerns over the source of her bond money related to alleged gambling operation involvement. She remains in custody pending clarification of funds.

A man was hospitalized after lightning struck a tree that fell on his truck in Seminole County; non-life-threatening injuries reported. Firefighters extricated him using specialized equipment.

Orlando's Independence Day festivities faced heavy rain and storms, with an 80% chance of showers and a potential tropical depression forming. Concerns included localized flooding and lightning threats.

Two brothers, Oscar and Jehu B. Cardenas, died when their vehicle was hit by a train in Volusia County after bypassing active railroad crossing warnings.

A 65-year-old motorcyclist died in a collision with a truck on SR 46 in Lake County, Florida. An ongoing investigation seeks to determine the crash circumstances.

The National Weather Service forecasts a wet holiday weekend in Orlando with showers and lightning storms due to deep moisture, with potential strong storms causing heavy rain and gusty winds.

Stephan Sterns faces a key pre-trial hearing for 60 charges, including sexual battery, molestation, and child pornography, related to the abuse and killing of 13-year-old Madeline Soto.

The National Weather Service Melbourne FL warns of stormy weather and possible minor flooding in Orlando, with a 40% chance of tropical development and advises caution for maritime and aviation activities.

Lady Lake Police seek public help on the two-year anniversary of Bryson Leverette's unsolved homicide; he was shot in 2023 and the case still has no suspects.