The National Weather Service reports varied weather in Orlando with showers and thunderstorms along with hurricane-induced swells causing rough surf and rip currents. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect due to Hurricane Ernesto's influence.

The Toho Water Authority received a $188.3 million EPA loan for infrastructure upgrades to benefit over 450,000 residents in Florida, creating 1,750 jobs.

Orange County Sheriff's deputies conducted a sting operation resulting in the arrest of 11 men who thought they were soliciting sex from prostitutes but were actually undercover officers.

Oviedo road closure for water leak repairs on North Central Avenue, between West Franklin and Magnolia Street, will begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19th, and last about four hours.

Orange County commissioners are considering a plan to use $4.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act to clear the medical debts of over 150,000 residents through a partnership with Medical Debt Resolution Inc.

Surveillance footage captures three individuals in a shootout at Cauley Lott Park, Mount Dora, with a bystander injured and police seeking information.

Troopers in Orlando search for a driver after a red SUV struck and killed a pedestrian in a fatal hit-and-run at East Colonial Drive and Dean Road. Traffic was affected following the incident.

A motorcyclist died in Orange County after a collision with a Buick Verano. The accident occurred at Forest City and Riverside Park Roads, and the motorcyclist was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

An Orlando woman pleaded guilty to stealing over $121,000 in government funds. She faces up to 10 years in prison, must forfeit the stolen money, and pay full restitution.

An 82-year-old blind veteran received a new roof through Habitat for Humanity, financed by the Community Development Block Grant, providing relief from leaks and high insurance costs.

Authorities seek information on the fatal shooting of Monique Jade Brooks, a transgender woman, in Orange County, offering a $5,000 reward for tips leading to an arrest.

A convicted sex offender in Orlando, Delta Henry Rushing II, is indicted for enticing a minor into sexual activity, facing 20 years to life if convicted.

Deputy Harold Howell was discharged from the hospital following an ambush that killed Master Deputy Bradley Link and injured Deputy Stefano Gargano in Lake County.