A federal jury convicted James Bernard Grover, founder of a Sanford nonprofit, of coercing a minor; sentencing is set for May 28, 2026.

An Orlando physician was sentenced to two years after admitting he injected patients with silicone oil for buttock enhancements, authorities say. Victims reported painful, lasting complications.

A former Mascotte police officer convicted in the 1987 rape and murder of 11‑year‑old Teresa McAbee has been scheduled for execution March 31, 2026, after Gov. DeSantis signed a death warrant.

Chef William Shen will add UniMart, a konbini‑style counter, to Mills Market this summer with tamago sandos, konbini fried chicken, bento boxes and Japanese snacks.

Niagara Bottling’s takeover of the Silver Springs plant in Ocala ends with final staff departures in March, wrapping up nearly 40 years of local bottling.

A motorcyclist was killed after failing to make a curve on S Orange Avenue north of Weatherbee Road. Troopers say the rider was taken to Orlando Regional, where they were later pronounced dead.

Osceola County deputies arrested a 26-year-old after a white Tesla allegedly rammed patrol cars and crashed on I‑4 following a morning pursuit.

Residents and shop owners in downtown Sanford say a stubborn rotten‑egg 'fart' smell followed a 'toxic load' at the wastewater plant; officials say crews adjusted operations.

I-95 was closed both ways Thursday near Mims after a fatal crash at mile marker 232. Troopers say traffic was diverted as crews worked the scene.

United Parks & Resorts said SeaWorld Orlando will get SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep and other attractions as it responds to a modest dip in attendance and revenue. The moves are part of a wider 2026 push around rides, concerts and events.

Dutch Bros will open two drive‑thru shops in Brevard County — one in Titusville and another in Melbourne — planned for this summer.

A Miami driver was arrested after a Feb. 23 road‑rage confrontation near the Mall at Millenia; police say she bit an officer and faces four felony counts.

An Orlando man faces felony and misdemeanor animal‑cruelty charges after a severely emaciated, flea‑infested Great Dane mix was found inside a Dellwood Drive home following an eviction.