Orlando faces high heat, humidity, hazy skies, and a moderate rip current risk. Coastal boating is favorable but with isolated storm risks. Flight conditions mainly VFR with some winds.

A Brevard County road was closed as deputies found a suspected pipe bomb in a truck, leading to an arrest and bomb squad intervention. The situation was contained without broader threat.

Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez pleaded not guilty to racketeering related to an illegal gambling ring, as prosecutors claim his involvement dates back to 2019.

Orlando is bracing for a hot weekend with scattered lightning storms, high heat indices around 98-103°F, and a moderate risk of rip currents. The Saharan Air Layer will bring haze and gusty winds could reach 30-50 mph.

Mayor Jerry Demings discusses Orange County's initiatives on transportation, housing, sports development, and budget efficiency in his State of the County address.

A man died nearly a month after a hit-and-run in Orange County. The suspect briefly stopped after the incident but then left the scene. Charges may be upgraded following the victim's death.

Lake County authorities are searching for a suspect who robbed a driver at gunpoint, posing as a police officer using a white sedan with flashing lights.

Ex-Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was arrested for illegal gambling, facing a $1 million bond, GPS monitoring, and firearm and passport surrender. Four others were arrested; DeSantis suspended Lopez, with Blackmon appointed as interim sheriff.

Christopher A. Blackmon was appointed interim Sheriff of Osceola County after former Sheriff Marcos Lopez was arrested on charges related to an illegal gambling operation.

Orlando faces a hot and humid weekend with hazy skies due to the Saharan Air Layer and a moderate risk of rip currents. Beachgoers and boaters are advised to be cautious.

Orlando authorities are searching for a missing 12-year-old girl, Imani Gaskin, urging the public to report any information. She was last seen wearing a black "Chucky" shirt, red sweatpants, and blue Crocs.

Universal Orlando Resort will feature a "Fallout" series themed haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights, starting Aug. 29, with tickets already on sale. The event includes 10 haunted houses, scare zones, and live entertainment until Nov. 2.

Shantell Adkins was found guilty of first-degree murder for killing his wife Shawntai Adkins, with the jury deliberating for only 17 minutes following a two-day trial.