Apopka commissioners deadlocked over a proposed 0.75-mill property-tax increase that would raise the city's rate to about 5.2 mills and add roughly $6.6M to next year’s revenue. The split comes as a statewide ballot measure could reduce local tax collections.

A Sanford McDonald’s employee was arrested after allegedly pulling a knife on a customer during a dispute over missing fries, police say. He’s facing an aggravated battery charge.

Polk County released surveillance of a man grabbing a 13-year-old at a Davenport Publix on Monday; investigators have opened case 26-29053 and seek tips.

Florida AG James Uthmeier told Winter Garden to take down park signs referencing firearms, calling the city's ban "null and void" and setting an Aug. 15 deadline. The AG warned legal action would follow if the signage isn't fixed.

Chief Eric Smith told District 1 residents that overall crime is down and shootings have fallen; OPD is adding patrols and an 11‑drone first‑responder program.

TMRW Sports will relocate its headquarters from Winter Park to downtown Orlando, promising 195 high-wage jobs and about $11 million in office build-out backed by city incentives.

GOAA approved a 'vertistop' near MCO’s train station to test electric air taxis, aligning FAA simulations and new Florida funding authority. Demonstrations will refine procedures before wider service.

Supervisors from six counties warned vote‑by‑mail enrollments have dipped sharply and outlined deadlines and safety plans for the Aug. 18 primary.

Hot, humid Thursday with likely afternoon storms and gusty winds. Expect brief heavy rain and frequent lightning; plan indoor alternatives.

A handcuffed woman has filed a federal civil‑rights lawsuit alleging a former Ormond Beach officer slammed her head into a glass partition during a 2024 DUI booking. The suit names the officer and the city and seeks damages for injuries and scarring.

Nineteen defendants pleaded guilty in a sprawling Central Florida check‑fraud scheme tied to the "Trap Boys" gang, prosecutors say.

Travel + Leisure is buying Yes& Vacations and agreeing to acquire Spinnaker Resorts for $343M total, adding 23 resorts and 100,000+ owners across Maui, Hilton Head and Las Vegas.

A South Florida chef was arrested in Gainesville after police say he drove to meet a 16‑year‑old and sexually battered her; he faces multiple felonies and is being held without bail.