The weather in Orlando is forecasted to be sunny with highs in the mid-80s, clear evenings for stargazing, and comfortable lows around 63. The pleasant weather is expected to continue into the weekend.

Altamonte Springs Police are searching for Rachael Scott, a missing 13-year-old with autism, last seen with a strawberry-designed pink backpack. The public is urged to contact authorities with information.

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 with 27 Starlink satellites into orbit from Cape Canaveral, marking its 27th mission and 30th launch from the Cape this year, with an upcoming ISS resupply mission scheduled.

Orlando man arrested for manslaughter after a fatal shooting outside Magic Mall; victim was an unintended target caught in a parking lot disagreement.

Students hospitalized for alcohol consumption at Winter Springs High School prom in SeaWorld; officials to take disciplinary action against those responsible.

Central Florida is experiencing near-record temperatures with gusty conditions. There's a high risk of rip currents and poor boating conditions, with a slight chance of showers. A cold front is expected to bring cooler temperatures later in the week.

Two men have been arrested for the 2024 murder of Porshe Streeter, who was shot sleeping with her children. Their supposed home invasion story was uncovered as a staged act by Orange County detectives.

Orlando's Ômo by Jônt and restaurateurs Jason and Sue Chin are James Beard Award finalists, while Super Secret Ice Cream in Bethlehem is New Hampshire's finalist.

Firefighters extinguished a blaze at an abandoned church in Pine Hills; locals cite ongoing problems at the site.

Orlando's weather this week will be mostly sunny with warm temperatures in the high 80s, creeping near 90 by the weekend, and a slight chance of showers.

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the murder of a teenage girl near Cypress Lake Preserve in Hernando County. The girl, who had snuck out to meet friends, was found dead with injuries from an "edged weapon."

A motorcyclist died in a head-on collision with an SUV in DeBary, Volusia County; the passenger was injured but survived. The crash is under investigation.

Two men were arrested for the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old on a Royal Caribbean ship; one failed to disclose his HIV status. They face charges and ICE detainers.