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.

Seminole County Public Schools will end the Latinos in Action program after the Department of Education deemed it racially discriminatory and will launch a new inclusive leadership course.

Suspended Sheriff Marcos Lopez's defense is seeking to move his trial for racketeering and illegal gambling from Lake to Osceola County for a fairer proceeding.

A vehicle crash closed a section of Main Street in Apopka, causing significant traffic delays. The cause of the incident is under investigation, with no report on injuries and no reopening time provided.

Orlando faces severe weather with coastal flooding, rip currents, and potential for heavy rainfall. Residents advised to prepare for increased rain and upcoming cooler weather.

Orange County experienced a record tourist tax collection in August due to increased tourism, helped by Universal’s Epic Universe theme park and a calm hurricane season.

Christopher Evensen was arrested after allegedly threatening juveniles with a handgun following an incident on the Intracoastal Waterway, facing five counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.