An 86-year-old Longwood man died after being caught in a rip current while swimming in Daytona Beach Shores, despite beach safety efforts to revive him.

An Oviedo man is indicted for attempted production and receipt of child sexual abuse material, facing mandatory minimum sentences of 15 to 30 years and 5 to 20 years respectively.

Oviedo officials intensify efforts to win voter consent for a $20 million police headquarters upgrade, highlighting capacity issues due to population growth.

Judge Jeff Ashton faces formal charges by the JQC for alleged bias and inappropriate behavior in the courtroom. He has 20 days to respond to the charges.

Osceola County Mosquito Control is launching a drone treatment program to reduce mosquito larvae in Buenaventura Lakes' wetlands, using organic agents to minimize environmental impact.

After a fire destroyed their worship center, the Chabad of Greater Orlando observed Rosh Hashanah at a temporary hotel space, showcasing their resilience and unity.

The Garden Theatre in Winter Garden is closing due to financial challenges, ending its near two-decade run as a cultural venue for the arts community.

Two vehicles caught fire at an Orange County Wawa gas station after a van attempting to steal a storage tank ignited. The incident led to evacuation and possibly charges of theft and arson.

Osceola County inaugurated Fire Station 85 in Poinciana, enhancing emergency response capabilities and reaffirming the county's dedication to public safety.

Convicted felon Lee Ann Roberts faces up to 25 years after guilty plea for possessing firearms, unregistered machine guns, and silencers.

The National Weather Service has forecasted heavy rainfall, rip currents, and rough surf for Central Florida, with risks of heavy rain and flooding, alongside warm temperatures and gusty easterly winds.

The Astor Branch Library in Lake County is moving to a new location, with the last day at the current site on October 5. A soft opening of the new facility is planned for October 23, pending final inspections and setups.

The Orlando Police are searching for Staffano Stubbs, a missing 21-year-old seen at Orlando International Airport with delayed communication abilities, last wearing a gray hoodie and black attire.