Seminole County officials state that normal yard waste rules apply following Hurricane Helene, as the storm's impact was minimal and no special debris collection is needed.

SeaWorld Orlando has taken in an orphaned Pacific walrus calf named Ukiaq, saved after being found alone in Alaska. Uki, deemed non-releasable, will join a nurturing herd at the park under specialized care.

Sanford Police are seeking public help to identify a thief who stole $300 worth of vitamins and men's Rogaine from Target, using humor in their social media appeal.

Florida's new law criminalizing sleeping on public property raises concerns for the homeless, as Orlando sees increased arrests for minor violations among this population.

A $10,000 reward is offered for information on the theft of 53 cattle from Overstreet Ranching Ltd. in Osceola County.

Orange County allocates $55 million of its transportation fund for street lighting to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety after dark, particularly at intersections.

A second arrest was made in a deadly November shooting in Osceola County; 29-year-old Joshua Franceschi was charged with premeditated murder and battery.

Two men were shot outside an Orange County bar; one was hospitalized and no suspect information has been released.

Orlando faces near record high temperatures with a heat index between 102-107F and moderate to major heat risks, with some potential reprieve from a frontal boundary mid-week.

Orlando is set to host 2025 FIFA Club World Cup games at Camping World Stadium and Inter&Co Stadium, with 32 top clubs competing from June 15 to July 13.

A woman caused an evacuation at an Orlando fire station by bringing in a suspected live grenade, which later turned out to be nonfunctional. No injuries were reported.

A 41-year-old Orlando man died after his pickup truck hit a parked tractor-trailer in Zellwood, with seat belt usage being a focus of the FHP's ongoing investigation.

The Leesburg Police Department is searching for three suspects after a Saturday shooting near Quik Mart on West Main Street, leaving one injured. The investigation is ongoing.