Crestwood Apartments sold for $34.3 million in February, working out to more than $150K per unit as St. Cloud’s apartment pipeline expands. The deal underscores strong investor demand in the area.

The Greater Orlando Sports Commission is seeking $3 million in tourist‑tax funds to bring Team USA’s weeklong pre‑Olympic camp and exhibition games to Kia Center in late June–early July 2028.

A 36-year-old Ocala man died Sunday after his motorcycle struck an SUV at SE 95th and SE 170th in Ocklawaha, troopers say. The crash is under investigation.

First Watch debuted a 4,000‑sq‑ft Melbourne location at 5195 N. Wickham Road, seating more than 170 and offering an opening‑week coffee perk.

Low humidity and gusty winds pushed red-flag fire warnings inland while coastal beaches faced high rip-current risk.

A body matching the description of missing 13-year-old Na’Sean Kirkland was recovered from Lake Eulalia in Maitland; officials say the medical examiner will confirm identity.

A 22-year-old Deer Island man died after his motorcycle was rear-ended on I-75 near mile marker 349. Troopers say the rider was thrown into traffic and later died at a hospital.

Antoine Griezmann has reportedly been cleared to travel to Orlando as talks continue on a summer move to Orlando City. The arrival would be a major moment for the club.

Florida will bar SNAP purchases of soda, energy drinks, candy and shelf‑stable desserts beginning April 20, 2026; retailers must update registers and the state will report on results.

FDLE arrested a 32-year-old Ocoee resident after seizing an electronic device alleged to contain child sexual abuse material; the probe began after an NCMEC tip. The suspect is jailed on an immigration hold.

Universal Orlando revealed HHN 35's Infernal Carnival of Nightmares and unveiled the first haunted house, reuniting Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow.

A 39-year-old motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a Buick on State Road 50 at Taylor Creek Road, troopers said. The crash left both vehicles burning as investigators worked the scene.

After state crews painted over the Pulse rainbow crosswalk, Se7enBites owner Trina Gregory opened 49 parking spots to artists as a lasting protest and memorial. The privately painted stalls are meant to be permanent.