The National Weather Service in Melbourne warns of dangerous surf and minor coastal flooding in Orlando this weekend with a high rip current risk. Conditions may improve by early next week.

Kissimmee's new mayor, Jackie Espinosa, focuses on restoring trust in police amidst misconduct scandals. A citizens review board is proposed, despite recent restrictions on its powers.

Vickie Lynn Williams has been declared competent for trial in the Mount Dora double homicide of Darryl and Sharon Getman after a previous incompetency ruling.

"The Red String," a new rom-com musical exploring themes of fate and LGBTQ relationships, debuts in Orlando, reflecting years of development by playwright Amanda Scheirer and her team.

The Sanford Police Department seeks public help in finding missing endangered 61-year-old Kevin Boyer, who left an assisted living facility and may be heading to Pine Hills.

Orlando plans to reopen Orange Avenue to vehicles after a Halloween shooting, aiming to reduce crowds and downtown violence while supporting local businesses.

A man from Winter Park has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison for receiving child sex abuse images after pleading guilty and admitting to the crime.

An Orange County woman in her 40s was hospitalized with serious injuries after an early morning shooting; authorities report all involved parties are accounted for.

Orlando Health is set to open a new hospital with 124 beds and expanded services in Lake Mary in January, while AdventHealth is building a new ER facility in Osceola, both aiming to meet Central Florida's rising healthcare needs.

Winter Garden's City Council has passed an ordinance limiting alcohol sales to midnight starting January 1, 2025, with a special permit option for later sales.

The National Weather Service Melbourne FL warns of dangerous surf, rip currents, and poor boating conditions in Orlando, with coastal flooding expected to peak Saturday morning.

Gaylord Palms Resort introduces an ICE! exhibit based on "Elf," with 2 million pounds of ice, open from November 15 to January 4, featuring international ice artisans and vivid colors in Kissimmee.

Orlando's Dear Prudence boutique will close its physical shop in 2025 but will remain active online and at pop-up markets.