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A 6-year-old boy is in critical condition after being hit by a car on Reams Road in Orange County. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
One killed, three injured in a two-vehicle crash at South Poinciana and Woodmont Boulevards in Osceola County, Florida.
Politics & Govt in ...
Immigration detainee numbers surge at Orange County Jail, sparking concerns about costs and alleged targeting based on language or ethnicity among community leaders and local authorities.
Sports in ...
Lake Mary Rams football team won their first state championship with a last-second touchdown, overturning a 21-3 halftime deficit to beat Vero Beach 28-27.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
The Central Florida Expressway Authority has approved the Southport Connector Project, a 15-mile highway to ease Poinciana area traffic, amid concerns over environmental impact.
The final report on Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's death on the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe concludes it was an accidental death due to multiple blunt impact injuries.
Jaylen Edgar's trial for the Orlando Halloween mass shooting is set for Jan. 12; he faces life in prison if convicted of two murders and seven attempted murders.
Tyler Feight, accused of attacking a jogger, was released on probation following a plea deal that included a three-year probation and no jail time, causing community concern in College Park, Orlando.
Florida police used a drone to locate Tyler Davis, who fled into the woods after a car crash. The drone detected his heat signature, leading to his arrest for various charges.
Orlando International Airport is introducing biometric scanners and updating its terminal trams to improve passenger flow and security amidst rising international arrivals.
Orlando's District 3 city commission seat heads to a runoff election between Roger Chapin and Mira Tanna, after a tight initial race where Chapin leads by 14 votes.
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly Pine Hills crash after a blue Chevy Malibu struck two people and fled. Officials urge anyone with information to contact Crimeline.
Weather & Environment in ...
Orlando is expecting a weather shift with increased showers and storms due to a cold front, as per the National Weather Service in Melbourne. Conditions will remain mostly dry after the front's passage.
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