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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 56-year-old man died after a tractor he was maintaining overturned near NE 21st Ave Road in Marion County. Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol are investigating.
A 14-month-old child died Sunday on Legacy Winds Way in Casselberry; police say the traffic homicide unit is investigating. Officials have released few details.
A 68-year-old Ocala man was killed after his motorcycle overturned on Maricamp Road near Locust Place Saturday afternoon. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.
Politics & Govt in ...
Attorney General James Uthmeier demanded records from Orange‑Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell after a May 12 letter accused her office of overly lenient youthful‑offender plea deals.
Weather & Environment in ...
Clear, muggy Memorial Day morning in Orlando with highs near 90°F and a slight afternoon storm risk. Atlantic beaches are under a High rip-current risk; avoid the surf.
A 2‑year‑old girl was struck and killed by a vehicle on New Smyrna Beach Saturday afternoon. Authorities say the crash occurred near East Seventh Avenue and is under investigation.
Food & Drinks in ...
Clayton's Crab Company, a Rockledge seafood staple since 1967, is shutting its doors; owners cited rising costs and set May 24 as the final day with weekend discounts.
A woman was detained after police say she drove into a crowd outside Back Alley Bar & Grill in Sebring. Investigators say injuries were not life-threatening and are asking witnesses to come forward.
Afternoon storms likely Sunday with locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Beachgoers face a High rip current risk through Memorial Day.
A 22-year-old Kissimmee man was arrested after a 9-year-old reported he exposed himself at a Ross store; detectives say he has prior exposure convictions and are asking witnesses to come forward.
Sports in ...
Jeff Van Gundy has met with Magic brass as Orlando weighs veteran candidates, including Billy Donovan, in the post‑Mosley coaching search.
A guest was arrested at Steakhouse 71 after a seating dispute allegedly turned physical; staff say she threw water, snatched a name tag and shoved a manager.
Five people from the Tampa and Orlando areas pleaded guilty in a federal racketeering case tied to more than a ton of marijuana and alleged murder plots. Sentencing dates have not been set.
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