Hot, gusty weather arrives Saturday in Orlando with evening thunderstorms possible. Wind Advisory and Red Flag conditions are in effect for parts of east‑central Florida.

Moon Wok brings Cantonese barbecue, dim sum and pronounced wok hei to International Drive, led by veteran cooks from Kai Kai. The review praises the cooking and flags a few service kinks.

SpaceX’s May 1 Starlink flight added 29 satellites as the Space Coast’s busy launch run continues, nudging 2026’s tally higher after a record 2025.

County commissioners approved placing a one‑mill school tax on the November ballot; supporters say it will shore up teacher pay and safety programs.

Florida is testing rapid‑response drones at Deltona High as part of a state-funded pilot that places dozens of ceiling‑mounted craft around campus. Officials say the test will be closely evaluated.

Five of Flagler Beach’s 11 firefighters resigned in April — including Deputy Fire Chief Jennifer Fiveash — prompting an internal review and county support for coverage.

Seminole County deputies say a 21‑year‑old was caught filming two girls at the Deep Lake Road Walmart; a phone search allegedly turned up hundreds of child‑sex images and 50 counts followed.

A Merritt Island resident says management ignored warnings about unsecured doors and a squatter, and will sue after an alleged Jan. 5 apartment rape.

Orange County opened applications for a five‑year, $25M film incentive funded by Tourist Development Tax; rebates are performance‑based and require local hires. The first window runs through May 28.

Heat climbs toward 93°F Friday with a high rip‑current risk at east‑coast beaches. Saturday turns windier with a chance of strong thunderstorms.

The Ocoee Hungry Howie’s at 207 N. Clarke Road has closed after 12 years; Stoner’s Pizza Joint is slated to open in the space this summer.

A proposal would add a seven‑story parking garage with street‑level retail to Orlando’s Mills 50, per the Orlando Business Journal. The plan raises questions about parking, walkability and city approvals.

Neighbors near Melbourne are on edge after a 22-year-old allegedly started fires inside Savannas Preserve while armed with a tiki torch and a samurai sword. His $22,000 bond has locals worried.