An Orange County man was killed by SWAT after shooting and stabbing a woman and taking a child hostage. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating.

Orange County Animal Services announces a fee-waived "Christmas in July" adoption event due to capacity strain. They encourage locals to help reunite strays with owners before resorting to shelters.

Orange County Corrections Health Services received reaccreditation from the NCCHC, affirming high healthcare standards. An on-site review highlighted compliance, with over 1,900 inmates tested for syphilis during a proactive screening program.

The National Weather Service Melbourne FL forecasts thunderstorms for Orlando with potential aviation disruptions and high heat indices, while conditions may improve slightly Sunday before more storms early next week.

A fire in an Orlando apartment complex resulted in the rescue of two people and several animals. One dog died, and 13 people were displaced. The cause remains unknown.

Stoneybrook West Parkway will be closed for overnight construction on July 25, affecting local traffic and the community entrance with detours in place.

Gary Durrance, 73, was arrested in the 1999 cold case murder of his then-girlfriend Sherry Holtz, aided by new DNA evidence.

Lady Lake Police and neighboring agencies are seeking a man who fired shots at a local basketball court; no injuries were reported. The suspect is a light-skinned Black male with locs and a red ear tattoo.

Orange County begins repaving South Dean Road on July 22, causing intermittent lane closures, but ensuring traffic flow. The project uses eco-friendly methods and aims to finish by August end.

A Florida teen, struck by lightning while mowing a lawn, survived and is raising awareness about weather dangers and the failure of a local lightning alarm system.

An inmate at Seminole County Jail died after a fight; preliminary findings suggest self-defense, with no charges filed. The incident is under investigation.

Sanford Police to provide an update on a 25-year-old cold case in a news conference, reigniting community interest in long-unresolved local mysteries.

A 3-year-old autistic boy named Rakim Akbari was found deceased in a body of water after going missing at a resort near Disney parks, prompting a community mourning and inquiry into safety measures.