WalletHub’s 2026 analysis ranks Atlanta fourth among the 100 largest U.S. cities for recreation, with top marks for parks spending and public pools — but uneven access remains.

Lake County approved a $7.76M widening project and a developer partnership to ease growing congestion south of Clermont.

A Kissimmee man faces a second‑degree murder charge after the June 26 backyard death of Charles Harper. Police recovered the victim’s pickup and are asking for tips.

A smash-and-grab at a Palm Beach Gardens Best Buy turned into a high-speed Turnpike chase; two Orlando brothers were arrested and most merchandise was recovered.

Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns with a record 188 restaurants, 38 newcomers and 16 MICHELIN‑recognized spots; menus are live and proceeds support local nonprofits.

Former Lion Daryl Dike is reportedly close to rejoining Orlando City after his release from West Brom. The move would reshuffle the club’s forward options.

Extant Aerospace broke ground on a 376,000‑sq‑ft Melbourne plant that the company says will add roughly 200 jobs on the Space Coast.

David Steele announced his retirement Tuesday, ending a 37-season run as the play-by-play voice of the Orlando Magic. The team thanked him on social media.

Orlando police say a wanted fugitive was arrested during a Buck Road search warrant that yielded four firearms and trafficking amounts of cocaine, MDMA and oxycodone.

FAA accepted SpaceX’s Starship mishap report, clearing the way for a July Starship test while a Falcon 9 launched Starlink from Cape Canaveral.

State and county grants push DeBary's Alexander Island toward an initial public opening, with parking, trails and river access planned for late 2026.

A Volusia County youth lacrosse coach was arrested in a multi‑agency sting that netted seven people accused of trying to meet minors online. Authorities say the coach traveled to a Deltona gas station to meet who he thought was a child.

NASA circulated a draft RFP that spells out how private companies could design, certify and operate a commercial station to succeed the ISS. The move invites quick industry feedback and maps a timeline toward awards in 2027.