Railroad Crossing Malfunction Disrupts Traffic in Seminole County, Technicians Scramble to Resolve Issue
A blown transformer in Seminole County caused railway crossing arms to malfunction, disrupting traffic along major roads and affecting the evening commute. Authorities are working on repairs and urge caution.
Waste Pro Service Announces Rescheduled Garbage Collection in Oviedo, Residents to Adjust Waste Disposal Plans for One-Day Interruption
Waste Pro Service suspends garbage collections scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024, with services to resume on Friday and continue to Saturday due to an unspecified issue.
Orlando on the Brink of Major Expansion, City Considers Tripling Size Amid Opposition and Environmental Concerns
Orlando may annex over 52,000 acres, tripling the city's size. The commissioners favor the proposal, but critics cite rushed tactics and potential environmental and service provision issues.
Orlando on Alert as Weather Service Predicts Near-Certain Tropical Development in Eastern Gulf of Mexico
Orlando is preparing for a nearly certain tropical development in the NW Caribbean, with a high chance of heavy rains and tropical storm-force winds mid-week and a potential cyclone tracking into the Gulf.
Orange County Man Fatally Shot by Deputies After Charging With Knife Near Central Florida Parkway
Deputies in Orange County fatally shot a man who charged at them with a knife after a standoff at the InTown Suites; he was reportedly suicidal. The FDLE is investigating, and body-cam footage will be released.
Brightline Enhances Train Service in Florida with More Seats, Loyalty Program After Successful Orlando-South Florida Year
Brightline celebrates a year of Orlando-South Florida service, planning to increase train cars and start a loyalty program amid a record 2.6 million riders. Safety remains key following six fatalities in Brevard County.












