The sons of Westgate Resorts' founder bought the five‑acre Sleuths Mystery Dinner parcel on International Drive at a below‑asking price. The deal puts a hotel‑ready lot back under family control as developers circle.

Volcano Bay will close from Oct. 26, 2026 through Mar. 24, 2027 for a major refurbishment, pausing some pass sales and reshaping travel plans for Orlando visitors.

A missing 2‑year‑old in Sanford was found in a nearby lake and is hospitalized in life‑threatening condition, police said.

A 30,000‑square‑foot Arte Museum is planned at ICON Park, expected to break ground this August with a late‑2027 opening.

Osceola County issued a 60‑day rabies alert in a Kissimmee neighborhood after an unvaccinated cat tested positive. Officials urge pet vaccinations and reporting bites.

The Museum of Ice Cream is opening a two‑story, roughly 18,000‑sq‑ft flagship at Pointe Orlando, promising photogenic exhibits, a sprinkle pool and new food-and-retail offerings.

A Port Orange HOA president was arrested after deputies say he shoved a 12‑year‑old and took his bike; the affidavit quotes him saying, "I'm the president of the HOA."

UCF stands to lose tens of millions after the Florida House left preeminent funding out of its budget. The move stalls plans leaders had for faculty raises and new hires.

Dubai‑based dnata plans at least $50M for a new cargo facility at Orlando International Airport, a project officials say will add more than 400 jobs to the region.

Tesla has filed plans for a second Brevard County showroom in the Melbourne area, adding to its Merritt Island presence as local planners begin review.

Drivers warn planned two‑way conversions on Orange, Rosalind and Magnolia avenues could worsen congestion even as city leaders push walkability upgrades.

Easy Luck will leave its Milk District home at 2425 E. South St. and plans to relocate in August; a short pause in service is expected.

Clear, muggy morning with highs near 91°F. Scattered storms expected after 2 p.m.; a few could be strong.