Daytona Beach approved rezoning for Avalon Park Daytona, a multi‑phase development the developer says will add thousands of homes and major commercial space, but neighbors warn it will strain local roads.

A 21-year-old Virginian pleaded no contest after sending Facebook threats to Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey; a judge ordered probation, a social-media ban and firearm restrictions.

State records show Colorado’s Prime Steak in Sanford was ordered closed May 11 after inspectors found dead and live roaches, nearly 60 flying insects and sanitizer issues; it passed a reinspection on May 12.

A woman struck on N. Harbor City Boulevard was taken to Holmes Regional Medical Center and later died; Melbourne police say the crash is under investigation.

UF Health has grouped two Central Florida freestanding emergency centers into a single, 25,405‑SF investment package marketed to institutional and private buyers. Listing materials pitch the assets as net‑leased, 100% occupied emergency and urgent care centers.

Palm Bay's council approved Ordinance 2026-13, barring any new medical-marijuana dispensaries while letting current outlets stay open. The decision follows a state framework and mirrors moves around Central Florida.

An overturned tractor-trailer carrying chlorine overturned on the eastbound I‑4 on‑ramp from Maitland Boulevard, prompting a hazmat response and an extended ramp closure.

Universal Orlando debuts a Spielberg summer exhibit with film props, Jaws photo ops and Minions previews alongside returning nighttime shows and a mega‑parade. The activations run through August.

Hot and sticky today with a high near 91°F and a slight chance of afternoon storms. Beaches face a high rip‑current risk through the holiday weekend.

McKinsey is moving into Brickell as it grows its South Florida workforce, a fresh sign of corporate demand reshaping downtown Miami. The move highlights tight office markets and hiring potential.

A 25-year-old Orlando man died after his car left I-75 and struck an I-275 overpass support near mile marker 228 in Palmetto early Thursday.

Billionaire UFL co‑owner Mike Repole told local supporters he’d be willing to invest in the Orlando Dreamers’ bid to bring Major League Baseball to the city. His backing pairs a high‑profile investor with a group that already has tourism and funding momentum.

HHS has assigned Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos to carry out many surgeon general duties temporarily while the administration seeks a Senate‑confirmed nominee.