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Two 17-year-olds have been charged in the December shooting death of Juan "Junie" Gomez Jr. at Berry Park; investigators say the meeting was allegedly arranged as a gun sale.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny and warm with a slight afternoon shower chance. High rip current risk at Atlantic beaches — avoid the surf and swim near lifeguards.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A Golden Oak single-story estate at Walt Disney World is listed for $10.45M and includes a replica of Walt Disney’s office, themed rooms and a resort courtyard.
A suspect was arrested after a road‑rage shooting on South U.S. 441 in Apopka; police say no one was hurt and photos show bullets through the vehicle.
Sports in ...
The Orlando Magic and a community organizing committee will file a formal bid in April to bring NBA All‑Star Weekend back to Kia Center, targeting a 2028–2030 window.
A 19-year-old was arrested after a Sanford 7‑Eleven parking lot shooting that left another teen critically injured; the suspect made his first Seminole County court appearance Friday.
Retail & Industry in ...
L3Harris sold its Orlando laser-systems plant to Perimeter Solutions Group and will cut 63 jobs, with reductions scheduled for April 30, 2026.
Blue Origin paid $11.5M for a 20‑acre parcel in Cocoa, about 10 miles from Kennedy Space Center, expanding its Space Coast footprint.
Crime Stoppers and Marion County raised rewards to $9.5K for tips in the unsolved 2022 murders of two 16‑year‑olds as investigators push for new leads.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
SeaWorld filed for a county review that would allow up to 300 apartments across Sea Harbor Drive, naming nearby offices and consultants in the proposal.
Orange County crews fought a 1.5-acre brush fire near North Hiawassee Road Wednesday as smoke rose over nearby neighborhoods.
Food & Drinks in ...
Montreal dessert chain La Diperie plans four Orlando-area shops, starting with a Winter Park location this summer.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood announced a $1,000 reward after a 5-year-old was struck by an e-bike near Sun Splash Park; deputies released a surveillance still and seek tips.
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