Universal’s Epic Universe will debut Universal Celestial Goodnight on July 7 — a nightly fountains, lights and fireworks show in Celestial Park.

Rising pump prices and stubborn inflation have dented Orlando business confidence, pushing some owners to delay hires, raise prices or trim delivery zones. New local data and interviews show the strain is already real.

A 20-year-old Winter Haven man allegedly cut off his juvenile ankle monitor, stole a golf cart and led officers into the woods before being caught, police say.

A Toyota crossed the center line and struck a southbound semi on US 17/92 in Davenport on Saturday; deputies found a phone in the driver’s hand and call distraction a likely factor. Investigation is ongoing.

Hathaway Development will build a 325‑unit Exchange at Wyld Oaks after buying an 11‑acre site in Apopka; construction begins this month and first units are due summer 2027.

Florida’s high court issued a reprimand for Kenneth Chesebro instead of suspending him, citing Georgia’s First Offender Act and prompting a sharp dissent from Justice Jorge Labarga.

Florida pump prices have edged down after global crude tumbled; AAA shows the state average near $3.81 per gallon while metro prices still vary widely.

A Clermont man was arrested after deputies say he pulled two knives and threatened teens over a noisy go-kart on June 8; he now faces two counts of aggravated assault.

Local reporting and consumer reviews show buyers losing money to an Orlando-based used‑parts website, with dozens of complaints and clear steps to report the scam.

An 81-year-old man died and a 79-year-old passenger was seriously injured after their SUV ran off Griffin Avenue in Lake County Sunday evening.

Former state senator Annette Taddeo launched a bid for Florida CFO, pledging to take on insurance companies and make the office a watchdog for homeowners.

A WalletHub analysis puts Florida 10th for fast‑food spending as a share of income; the three‑item basket costs about $24.80, highlighting rising menu prices.

Charles Schwab advanced a planned‑development amendment to grow its Summit Park campus in Maitland after months of property purchases and local review activity.