The Florida Supreme Court on July 16 rejected Jermaine Foster’s bid for a new trial, leaving two death sentences in place. The ruling defers to the trial judge’s credibility findings.

Florida AG James Uthmeier told Winter Garden to take down park signs referencing firearms, calling the city's ban "null and void" and setting an Aug. 15 deadline. The AG warned legal action would follow if the signage isn't fixed.

GOAA approved a 'vertistop' near MCO’s train station to test electric air taxis, aligning FAA simulations and new Florida funding authority. Demonstrations will refine procedures before wider service.

A handcuffed woman has filed a federal civil‑rights lawsuit alleging a former Ormond Beach officer slammed her head into a glass partition during a 2024 DUI booking. The suit names the officer and the city and seeks damages for injuries and scarring.

Court filings show the Orange‑Osceola State Attorney’s Office entered a notice ending prosecution of Jasper Rollins II in the 2023 Dezerland Park shooting. Victims’ families and advocates say they were given no clear explanation.

Kings Orlando debuts on International Drive with 22 lanes, arcades, chef-driven food and private party rooms — a one-stop night out for locals and visitors.

Lake County approved a $7.76M widening project and a developer partnership to ease growing congestion south of Clermont.

Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns with a record 188 restaurants, 38 newcomers and 16 MICHELIN‑recognized spots; menus are live and proceeds support local nonprofits.

State and county grants push DeBary's Alexander Island toward an initial public opening, with parking, trails and river access planned for late 2026.

A Volusia County youth lacrosse coach was arrested in a multi‑agency sting that netted seven people accused of trying to meet minors online. Authorities say the coach traveled to a Deltona gas station to meet who he thought was a child.

Chick‑fil‑A plans a new restaurant at the former CVS on State Road 436 in the Casselberry area, a roughly $1.3M project on a 1.55‑acre parcel. Permits and a timeline are pending.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has opened a probe into potassium bromate, a flour additive flagged by animal studies; the investigation could prompt enforcement or policy changes. Regulators and lawmakers are already watching the issue closely.

Mid-90s heat with scattered afternoon storms in Orlando. Heat index may top 100°F; cooling locations and transit support are available when activated.