A movers’ ranking unexpectedly lists The Villages’ 34762 ZIP among top Gen Z destinations; new hospitals, apartments and a big home expansion are changing the town’s labor market.

Four Daytona Beach teens were arrested after an alleged armed carjacking and a multi‑agency chase ended when the stolen car crashed and was disabled. Police say a handgun and masks were recovered.

An Orange County deputy was booked into jail after Apopka police charged him with domestic violence; the sheriff says an internal investigation will follow.

January data show a big jump in Central Florida listings and pending deals, giving buyers more options as mortgage rates ease. Local Realtors are watching to see if the momentum holds into spring.

Orlando bike officers stopped an SUV on Feb. 9 and found an AR‑style pistol; a 19‑year‑old passenger with a Lake County warrant was charged and extradited.

The GOAA board approved a $550M line of credit to fund three years of construction at MCO, giving staff short‑term cash while longer‑term financing is finalized.

Documents show Project Aero is under construction at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, promising new dining, shopping and educational exhibits for visitors.

An investigation and a 2025 medical‑journal survey found Florida med spas often lack clear local physician oversight, leaving some customers exposed to injuries and unclear supervision.

The Downtown CRA has tapped a broker to market the long‑vacant 10‑story tower at 1 N. Orange Ave. The move is a concrete step in the city’s downtown revitalization plan.

Patchy fog Thursday morning clears to highs near 84°F; expect a warm weekend before a strong cold front brings showers and a sharp cool-down early next week.

A judge paused the arraignment of the suspect in the Kissimmee triple homicide and ordered a psychiatric evaluation after he refused to appear in court. A competency hearing is set for April 20, 2026.

Embry-Riddle's Daytona Beach campus was locked down after a caller threatened to "shoot it up." Police and the FBI are investigating; no shots or injuries were reported.

A vehicle struck a hotel on Volusia Avenue in Orange City, displacing more than 50 residents; the Red Cross opened a shelter in New Smyrna Beach.