A vehicle plunged into water near East Colonial Drive, Orange County, triggering a rescue mission and hospitalizing one person. Traffic has resumed post-clearance.

A luxury Kimpton hotel is set to join Orlando's downtown Westcourt mixed-use project, offering 261 rooms and various amenities, with the completion expected in March 2027.

Orlando native Omari Jones won a bronze medal in the men's 71 kg boxing event at the Paris Olympics, after outmaneuvering his initial opponents but falling short in the semifinal.

Orlando anticipates high temperatures in the mid-90s, with a Heat Advisory for the Treasure Coast predicting a heat index of 109°F. The National Weather Service advises safety measures to cope with the heat.

Orlando Fire Department quickly extinguished two vehicle fires on S Mills Ave, preventing the blaze from spreading to a nearby home. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

The National Weather Service forecasts windy and rainy conditions in Orlando, with a risk of localized flooding and high temperatures in the mid-90s for the upcoming week.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office announced the discovery of Amere Baptiste's body and is investigating the circumstances of his death. The community mourns and offers support.

Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings offered condolences for the death of Lake County Deputy Bradley Michael Link and support for the wounded deputies, highlighting the risks law enforcement officers face.

The City of Oviedo is providing a self-serve sandbag distribution to help residents prepare for potential severe weather, with a 10-bag limit per household and guidance to use Evans Street for access.

A Heat Advisory is issued for Orlando with temperatures reaching up to 109F, while a tropical disturbance may bring heavy rains and potential cyclone risks.

Sean White, a 46-year-old from Orlando, was sentenced to over five years in federal prison for access device fraud and identity theft involving a vehicle purchase scheme.

An 80-year-old motorcyclist died after crashing into signs and a tree in Lake County. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the incident which occurred on County Road 435. Traffic has since returned to normal.

A man in Osceola County, Florida, left his 10-year-old daughter on the roadside, leading to a child neglect charge.