Former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez faces a court hearing for allegations connected to a gambling operation. He is being held on a $1 million bond and has been suspended by Governor DeSantis.

Officials responded to a sewage leak from a broken main in Palm Bay, advising residents to avoid Turkey Creek while containment and repair efforts are underway.

Orlando is bracing for a hot weekend with scattered lightning storms, high heat indices around 98-103°F, and a moderate risk of rip currents. The Saharan Air Layer will bring haze and gusty winds could reach 30-50 mph.

A man died nearly a month after a hit-and-run in Orange County. The suspect briefly stopped after the incident but then left the scene. Charges may be upgraded following the victim's death.

Lake County authorities are searching for a suspect who robbed a driver at gunpoint, posing as a police officer using a white sedan with flashing lights.

Universal Orlando Resort will feature a "Fallout" series themed haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights, starting Aug. 29, with tickets already on sale. The event includes 10 haunted houses, scare zones, and live entertainment until Nov. 2.

Shantell Adkins was found guilty of first-degree murder for killing his wife Shawntai Adkins, with the jury deliberating for only 17 minutes following a two-day trial.

Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was suspended by Governor Ron DeSantis due to federal racketeering charges, with Christopher A. Blackmon appointed interim sheriff.

The National Weather Service in Melbourne, FL, forecasts a sweltering weekend for Orlando, with heat indices potentially hitting 100-106 degrees and hazy skies due to the Saharan Air Layer.

Two individuals were injured in an Orlando shooting on Conroy Road; one was hospitalized. The event's circumstances are under investigation, with no suspect or motive yet identified.

Lockheed Martin employees ended their strike by approving a new union contract that includes wage increases, enhanced retirement benefits, and improved parental leave. The UAW-represented workers had been striking over alleged labor law violations.

A shed fire in Fern Park caused an explosion, spreading to two homes and displacing families; a firefighter was evaluated for over-exertion. The cause is under investigation.

The show STOMP is set to perform in Orlando on June 6-7, after ending its New York run and touring 45 countries. Tickets are on sale for the rhythmic show featuring unconventional percussion.