SimSpace is relocating its global headquarters to Orlando and will open a 7,000‑sq‑ft hub for AI‑ready cyber training, testing, and large exercises in Central Florida.

A pedestrian died Friday night on the I‑4 eastbound onramp from US‑27 in Davenport, the Polk County Sheriff's Office says; the crash caused hours-long backups.

An Orange County judge denied William "Tommy" Zeigler's bid for a new trial, upholding his 1976 convictions after lawyers presented renewed DNA testing and expert testimony. The decision keeps the long-running case intact.

The Florida Attorney General has asked a judge to compel records from the former owner of the condemned Howard Johnson on I‑Drive, alleging room rates spiked during Hurricane Milton and left some guests sleeping in cars.

Sparrow, Good Salt’s North Quarter wine bar, won the Orlando Sentinel Foodie Awards' Best New Restaurant while chef Wendy Lopez earns a James Beard semifinal nod.

A 10-year-old Pride Elementary student was arrested after deputies say he left a whiteboard gun threat and a 'kill list' naming three classmates. Authorities say he told investigators he did not mean it.

Cities across Brevard County are pairing sewer expansion with grants and phased hookups to cut nitrogen pollution in the Indian River Lagoon.

House passes CS/HB 725 to require campuses to publish political-activity rules; critics say the law could deter voter outreach and student speech.

Scam emails impersonating Orange County staff ask for bitcoin or wire payments for permits. County says official emails end in @ocfl.net and directs users to the Fast Track portal.

A 22‑year‑old Ocklawaha man was sentenced to 10 years after pleading guilty to attempting to meet what he thought was a 14‑year‑old online. Prosecutors said the case was handled under Project Safe Childhood.

A 68‑year‑old Cocoa man was struck and killed on SR‑520 near Clearlake Road late Tuesday, troopers said.

After 42 years apart, a Louisville father describes reuniting with his daughter after authorities located her in Florida. He spoke about the hug, the investigation and what comes next as charges move through court.

CFTOD filings set a new Dec. 21, 2027 completion target for World Drive North, extending roundabout and resort‑entrance work near Magic Kingdom.