The Orlando Fire Department responded to a fire on the former Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster tracks at Universal Studios Orlando; cause and damage yet to be assessed.

Dr. Phillips Center unveils a bronze relief honoring James H. Pugh, Jr., a key figure in the center's development.

Marvin Guth was detained after his vehicle triggered a lockdown at Space Coast Jr./Sr. High School. This followed his active warrant for failing to appear in court for previous threats against a school.

An altercation at Vogt-Meloon Park in Orlando led to the fatal shooting of a juvenile, prompting a temporary lockdown at nearby Oak Ridge High School, where the juvenile suspect was later detained.

The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a Flood Watch for Orlando due to a weak boundary causing heavy rains and potential flash flooding. Beaches face closures amid rough conditions, while a cold front is expected to bring relief.

Ocala residents at Pointe Grand apartments must boil water after a water main was damaged by a contractor, with the city advising this for safety until further notice.

Residents in Orange County and 1000 Friends of Florida challenge Florida's SB 180 law, arguing it undermines local control over development and violates constitutional rights.

An off-duty Daytona Beach officer, Edward Lee, was arrested on DUI charges in Flagler County, placing him on administrative leave pending investigation.

A former employee of Zenith Academy in Osceola County was arrested for possessing child pornography, involving explicit images and videos of minors, including unauthorized photos of students.

A fire broke out at a Kissimmee home, starting in the garage and spreading to the vehicle and second floor. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation. Firefighters contained the blaze promptly.

The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts worsening beach and marine conditions near Orlando, with advisories for coastal flooding, rip currents, and erosion, and a cold front bringing rain, wind, and cooler temperatures.

Florida AG James Uthmeier criticizes State Attorney Monique Worrell for her handling of Alain Barrett's attempted murder case, arguing for stronger sentencing.

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia accuses Seminole County of wasteful spending, aligns with Gov. DeSantis's property tax reform amid the county's tax increase.