Orange County Animal Services is encouraging adoptions with reduced fees after a temporary closure, targeting 214 shelter dogs and many cats, especially those with destination-themed names, during a high-intake period.

Bessman Okafor received a death sentence for the 2012 murder of Alex Zaldivar after a complex legal battle influenced by changes in Florida's death penalty laws.

Six people were hospitalized following a serious head-on collision between a Toyota and an Acura in Deltona, which occurred early Monday on Elkcam Boulevard.

Kissimmee woman, Chrissie Fier Williams, sentenced to over three years for international gun smuggling to Trinidad and Tobago, camouflaging firearms within household goods shipments.

Orlando expects typical summer weather with high temperatures and afternoon showers. The National Weather Service notes a 60-70% chance of thunderstorms and advises attention to heat risks and variable thunderstorms for coastal travel.

A 16-year-old was arrested near UCF Downtown for shooting a gun; charged with aggravated assault and discharging a firearm in public, with no injuries reported.

The Winter Garden Police Athletic League is launching a Midnight Basketball program for local youths aged 13-18 to provide a safe and engaging Friday night activity.

The National Weather Service forecasts hot and stormy weather for Orlando, with heavy rain leading to potential flooding, and continued high temperatures and humidity.

A 75-year-old man from Altamonte Springs received a three-year federal prison sentence for failing to properly document firearms sales as a licensed dealer.

The Orlando weather forecast predicts a week of fluctuating sunshine, showers, and thunderstorms, with high temperatures nearing 91 degrees and a continuous chance of rain.

Here's a rundown of top affordable coffee spots in the city, with ratings, photos and more. Did your favorite make the cut?

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Orlando real estate? From budget apartments to luxury apartments, here's what you can get locally by price point, with photos and amenities.

What's the weather today? What's the weather for the week? Here's your forecast.