State inspectors ordered six Central Florida eateries closed after roaches, rodents and unsafe storage were found. Most reopened after passing follow‑up inspections.

A Brevard County family is pleading for help after a 15‑year‑old was killed in a Father's Day hit‑and‑run while riding a scooter. Investigators are asking for tips.

A closed CITGO at 3460 Edgewater Drive is proposed for conversion into a Chester's Chicken outpost, a rare Central Florida expansion for the chain.

Pediatric Associates sued Florida's Medicaid agency, saying a flawed rate formula has cut payments and threatens clinics that serve Medicaid children.

Thieves are stripping Garmin navigation units from boats along Florida’s Space Coast, leaving cut wiring and thousands in damage.

Hot and muggy this morning; showers and thunderstorms likely after 11 a.m. with gusty winds and heavy downpours.

Homeowners from St. Cloud to Brickell say developers have refused to cede HOA control, leaving them with fees, closed pools and limited records. Lawsuits and agency inspections have pushed the issue into the open.

A Central Florida multi‑month probe called Operation Innocence Shield rescued three adult victims and led to 10 arrests, officials said at a press conference.

A fatal crash closed Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola County near mile marker 240, halting traffic both ways as emergency crews and a medical helicopter responded.

EDC Orlando revealed a 100+‑artist lineup for Nov. 6–8 at Tinker Field. Three‑day GA, GA+ and VIP passes go on sale June 25 at 12 p.m. ET.

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center was designated a Level I trauma center by the Florida Department of Health on June 23, expanding local access to advanced trauma care.

Florida AG James Uthmeier has launched subpoenas to CVS and Caremark, targeting PBM audits and contract rules that critics say hide drug costs and squeeze pharmacies.

Auburndale resident Tammy Roosa was arrested after a Facebook photo led deputies to a dog found with its muzzle wrapped in duct tape.