Orlando police seek information on a brutal attack on Bernard "BJ" Jackson, offering a $5,000 reward for leads; he was found severely beaten on December 26, 2025.

OCPS is considering consolidating seven schools due to low enrollment. Community meetings are addressing concerns, with parents and board members expressing heartbreak over potential closures.

Gideon's Bakehouse at Disney Springs is opening Six Ravens, which specializes in savory "coffyns," partnering with local chefs for innovative flavors and planning to offer a selection of beverages and smashed potato fritters. Opening is set for Q3.

Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory issued in east central Florida, including Orlando, through 9 AM EST with temperatures in the mid-30s. Residents are advised to protect plants and pets.

A dispute over a tip between a rideshare driver and a passenger in Osceola County led to the latter opening fire, resulting in no injuries. The accused, Alexis Encarnacion-Rosado, faces multiple charges.

SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Food Festival will host over 30 concerts featuring acts like Flo Rida and Boyz II Men from Jan. 31 to May 17, with various culinary offerings available.

Judge Presnell denied qualified immunity to deputies in a fatal 2023 Target parking lot shooting, citing reckless behavior during a shoplifting incident.

A crash involving two semitrucks and a Ford F-150 on SR-60 in Osceola County resulted in one fatality and a highway closure. The incident is under investigation.

The National Weather Service in Melbourne has issued a Freeze Warning for east central Florida, forecasting a sharp temperature drop and advising residents to protect against cold.

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public's help to find Angel Starr Thompson, a 41-year-old disabled woman missing since December 26th and in need of medication.

Universal Orlando Resort hosts Mardi Gras 2026 with parades, concerts, and international cuisine, included with park admission. Offers like the Float Ride and Dine Experience enhance the celebration.

Florida mother Kimberley Mills, charged with her son's death, is expected to change her plea which could result in life imprisonment instead of the death penalty.

Orange County commissioners voted 4-3 against a proposed toll road through Split Oak Forest, following public demonstrations for the land's preservation.