Lake County residents are on edge due to a series of violent incidents, including an attempted kidnapping and a related sexual assault case, with increasing law enforcement presence and calls for public vigilance.

The National Weather Service Melbourne FL forecasts steady warm weather, isolated showers, and thunderstorms for Orlando, with a moderate risk of rip currents at beaches. Travelers may face delays due to scattered thunderstorms affecting flights.

Florida reports nearly a dozen Oropouche virus cases, known as "Sloth Fever," with measures taken to control the mosquito population and prevent the spread.

Florida Rep. Carolina Amesty was booked on felony forgery charges involving notarizing her own signature and falsely claiming a UF teacher was on her school's staff.

Osceola County offices, including the courthouse and libraries, will be closed for Labor Day, but waste collection will continue as usual. Services will resume on September 3rd.

Margaritaville Resort Orlando hosts the "Jimmy Buffett Day of Service," offering family fun, live music, and free food, with proceeds benefiting charity.

A 22-year-old man was killed in Sanford during a sale of headphones. Two teens were arrested on first-degree murder charges after the victim's body was found in a submerged truck.

A Montverde woman was arrested on charges of murder and child abuse in the death of her boyfriend's 9-year-old daughter, with evidence from home surveillance footage.

The Lake Mary 12-U All-Stars Little League team will celebrate their World Series win with a parade at Disney World's Magic Kingdom, marking a series of honors following their historic victory.

A child died after being found unresponsive in an Orlando pool. The incident is under investigation by the police. No further details on the child’s identity have been released.

A grand jury indicted Jerry Dorisme for the murder and kidnapping of 13-year-old Rose Dieujuste, along with related charges, despite questions about his competency to stand trial.

Osceola County introduced 84 new affordable rental units with the second phase of Cameron Preserve, investing $8.2 million, complementing the first phase from 2018.

Three individuals received federal prison sentences for conspiring to traffic methamphetamine through Orlando, with their roles varying from initiation to transport.