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A planned Hopetown village would put housing, jobs and services for adults with disabilities on hundreds of acres east of Orlando. Backers call it lifesaving; advocates warn of segregation.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A child ran into traffic on U.S. 27 in Fruitland Park and was rescued by passing drivers. A daycare worker has been arrested and state investigators have been notified.
Federal prosecutors say Winter Park’s Azad Plastic Surgery discriminated by refusing consultations to people with HIV and Crohn’s; the clinic will pay $40,000 and change policies.
A Lake County man convicted in the 1995 Tavares Middle School killing was released on parole after a judge vacated his life term in April; the decision has stirred family and community anger.
A pedestrian was killed early Tuesday on southbound US‑27 in Lady Lake near Hartsock Sawmill Road. Multiple lanes were closed and later reopened after an investigation.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A gold Tesla Cybercab was seen on Pine Hills Road in Orlando as Tesla accelerates its robotaxi rollout.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Coke Florida completed an $84M overhaul of its Orlando distribution center, adding automation to speed deliveries and help meet rising Central Florida demand.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
Universal’s Epic Universe will debut Universal Celestial Goodnight on July 7 — a nightly fountains, lights and fireworks show in Celestial Park.
A Clermont man was arrested after deputies say he pulled two knives and threatened teens over a noisy go-kart on June 8; he now faces two counts of aggravated assault.
An 81-year-old man died and a 79-year-old passenger was seriously injured after their SUV ran off Griffin Avenue in Lake County Sunday evening.
A Kissimmee man was arrested after deputies say an RV chase ended when the vehicle crashed into a tree. Officials say drugs were found and he faces multiple charges.
Sports in ...
The AAU Junior Volleyball Nationals return to Orlando June 160July 10, bringing nearly 80,000 athletes and an estimated $760.8M boost to Central Florida.
The Air Force is studying a proposed 50‑acre launch complex about two miles from Port Canaveral; officials warn launches could intermittently restrict navigation. The EA is now under way.
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