Efforts escalate to locate Lea Marie Lankford, 37, missing in Orlando. Last seen near a resort, she didn't return post-vacation. Public’s help sought.

An 80-year-old man admitted to possessing child pornography; he was known for playing Santa. Hundreds of abusive images were found. His deceased son was also implicated. The man faces 5-40 years in prison.

Lake County community honors late Deputy Bradley Link with a run led by Zechariah Cartledge of Running 4 Heroes, including a ceremonial flag fold for Link's widow.

Two Orlando men indicted for a spree of armed robberies across Central Florida, face serious prison time if convicted.

A crash on Florida's Turnpike in Osceola County caused major delays in the northbound lanes; all lanes have reopened, but earlier congestion reached 4-5 miles.

Orlando's City Council voted to require new nightclubs to be separated by at least 300 feet, aiming to balance nightlife with day-time growth and enhance safety. Current clubs are exempt unless they expand or reopen after closing.

Universal Orlando announces "Enter The Blumhouse" as a new scare zone for Halloween Horror Nights with iconic movie characters, running Aug 30 - Nov 3.

Osceola County is employing drones to combat mosquito larvae in Buenaventura Lakes from August 12, utilizing organic larvicide, aiming to improve pest control while addressing environmental concerns.

Kissimmee police officer Andrew Baseggio was indicted for misconduct including felony battery and tampering with a witness related to an April 2023 incident.

Orange County wins 15 NACo awards for innovative government programs, including a best-in-category for emergency management and initiatives in sustainable infrastructure and public health.

The City of Longwood Public Works and the Big Red Bus are hosting a blood drive at 907 E. S.R. 434, Longwood, FL 32750, with details available on Longwood's website.

Chadwick Lemaine pleaded guilty to firearm possession as a felon, faces up to 15 years imprisonment, after a traffic stop revealed a gun and narcotics in his car.

Julie Ann Sulpizio faces a court hearing for charges including first-degree murder after a deadly ambush on deputies.