Hot, muggy start on Saturday, June 20 with likely afternoon thunderstorms. Heat indices may top 100°F — county cooling sites and free LYNX rides are available.

A rhesus macaque briefly visited the porch of Mount Dora’s Lakeside Inn this week before wildlife specialists arrived. Officials urge residents to keep a safe distance and report sightings.

An LGBTQ‑owned cafe in Orlando’s Milk District has made challenged books the centerpiece of its shelves and programming, pairing readings with drag nights and community events. The project aims to keep contested titles accessible as districts tighten review rules.

The first RS‑25 engine for Artemis III arrived at Kennedy Space Center’s Vehicle Assembly Building, a key milestone as teams ready the SLS for a 2027 orbital test.

Heat Advisory in effect Friday with highs near 95°F and storms likely after 1 p.m.; cooling‑center access has been expanded.

The Supreme Court agreed to hear Kian v. Florida, a challenge to the state’s use of six‑person juries that could force the justices to revisit a 1970 precedent and reshape criminal trials here.

Cinderella Castle's multi-month repaint is finished: the moat is refilled and the castle returns to a classic 1971‑inspired palette. The Magic Kingdom view is back for summer visitors.

A 36-year-old man was charged after police say he struck a woman and an 8-year-old in New Smyrna Beach and left the scene. Investigators are seeking tips.

Volusia County warns its stormwater fund may be exhausted by 2030 as major drainage projects shift into construction, prompting talk of fee hikes and project delays. Officials say updated property figures this summer will shape next steps.

An Osceola County aviation unit spotted a missing girl in a neighbor's pool. Deputies rescued her and she was reunited with family as officials urged better pool safety.

Expect highs near 97°F today with heat‑index values up to 106°F and a 40% chance of late‑day showers and storms.

A triple shooting in Central Florida left one person dead Monday evening, officials said. Authorities are investigating and details remain limited.

Two county commission seats and three school‑board posts will be decided in Marion County’s Aug. 18 primary after qualifying closed June 12. A handful of write‑ins and crowded GOP fields have reshaped the ballot.