The Dr. Phillips Center in Orlando announces the addition of seven new board members from diverse sectors, including business and healthcare, to guide its next growth phase.

Florida has established a permanent sales tax exemption on disaster supplies like batteries and generators, starting August 1, 2025, to promote preparedness for hurricanes.

Orange County, Florida, has opened cooling centers and is offering free bus rides to combat a heat wave, with various facilities like parks and libraries available for residents to cool off.

Sanford city officials are considering a new fire assessment fee to better fund their fire services, potentially adding $95 per year to the average homeowner's costs.

Hulk Hogan, known for his "Hulkamania," passed away at 71 due to cardiac arrest. Fans honor his legacy, visiting his Orlando shop which has become a memorial site.

Deputies in Orange County, Florida, safely captured and returned an escaped emu to its owners, marking a rare incident of emu escapades in the region.

Seminole County implements its extreme weather plan to tackle the heatwave, setting up cooling centers and emphasizing hydration and safety for residents and pets.

Orlando advances Pulse memorial construction, with the City Council authorizing negotiations with Gomez Construction and land purchase for visitor facilities, honoring the 49 victims of the 2016 tragedy.

Osceola County is investing $400,000 from a JUUL settlement into anti-vaping efforts, including school education, vape detectors, and community outreach.

Lake County is dedicating a Liberty Tree to symbolize American independence and unity, with a public ceremony on June 30 at Sorrento's Fire Rescue Station 39.

The Apopka City Council approved Matthew's Hope to use a mobile shelter bus as a temporary solution for the homeless, providing food, showers, and shelter.

St. Cloud increases staff for its Pride event amid city council disputes and safety concerns, ensuring the celebration proceeds with additional security measures.

Survivors and relatives of the Pulse nightclub shooting victims visit the site before demolition, with Orlando planning a permanent memorial by 2027. Mixed emotions are expressed as the city commemorates the tragedy's ninth anniversary.