A man was arrested after allegedly sending Facebook messages that threatened Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson; authorities say he faces multiple charges including aggravated stalking.

A brush fire in Eustis, Florida, has been contained after burning 94 acres and prompting evacuations; multiple fire departments and the Florida Forest Service collaborated in the effort.

Warm, mostly sunny Orlando today — but Atlantic beaches are under a high rip‑current risk. Patchy fog overnight may slow early commuters.

Mission Resort + Club has reworked its on-site dining into Conquistador Bar & Restaurant, a 164-seat Spanish‑Florida spot opening ahead of Valentine’s Day.

A Good Samaritan swam to a sinking car off I‑95 near Stuart and pulled a pregnant driver to safety; she later delivered by emergency C‑section and both are recovering.

Orlando is hosting the YETI Climbing National Championships, featuring top climbers competing for a $30,000 prize and points towards the 2026 National Team selection.

Orlando faces risky fire weather and choppy seas, with a cold front leading to critical fire conditions and hazardous boating, including elevated rip currents.

An innocent driver was shot in a "domestic-related" incident near the Orange County Jail; Orlando police arrested one person, and the victim is expected to recover.

A federal judge has halted the termination of TPS for Haitians, a relief for many in Central Florida's Haitian community, amidst political debate and advocacy for extension.

Osceola County Firefighters battled a large fire at an abandoned Kissimmee hotel, suspected to have started in the laundry facility. No injuries were reported.

A fire at Sapphire Winter Park apartments in Seminole County displaced 13 people and led to three suffering from smoke inhalation. The cause is under investigation.

Florida investigates 101 vulture deaths at Blue Spring State Park; avian flu concerns prompt park closures and testing, with similar bird fatalities at Orlando's Lake Eola.

Two Florida teens were accused of plotting a murder at Lake Brantley High School; one was charged with attempted murder and the other as an accessory.