Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a statewide task force in Tampa to target Medicaid, SNAP and housing‑assistance fraud and named Scott Strauss special prosecutor.

Neighbors off U.S. 42 say recurring outages and boil-water advisories have left them unable to cook, bathe or flush while they wait for long-term repairs.

Dexter Ray King was sentenced to six years and three months after prosecutors said he stole more than $500,000 in pandemic unemployment benefits; the court ordered $549,375.50 forfeited.

Present Equity Advisors paid nearly $14M for Casselberry Square and plans phased upgrades and possible redevelopment of adjacent parcels over the next two years.

The Crystal Ballroom at Ocean Walk Shoppes was evicted after unpaid rent, and brides say refunds aren't available as they scramble to rebook venues and travel. Some couples report thousands lost in deposits.

A judge continued the hearing for Anna Adamo, the Okeechobee babysitter accused of poisoning an infant with antifreeze. Investigators are also re‑examining a similar 2014 probe.

Patchy morning fog gives way to sun and a high near 86°F. NWS warns of a high rip current risk at east‑central Florida beaches; avoid entering the water.

A 54-year-old Rockledge man died Sunday after his motorcycle struck a pickup turning onto U.S. 1 at Chamberlin Terrace; the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.

Local shelters say seniors are now the fastest-growing homeless group in Central Florida as rising rents and costs push retirees into emergency housing.

Orange County deputies are searching Barnett Park after a man did not return from a fishing trip Wednesday morning; dive teams and a sheriff's helicopter are assisting the effort.

UCF received its largest-ever commitment: alumnus Barry Miller pledged $50 million to the College of Business. The gift is the biggest in the university’s history.

Kennedy Wilson has pitched a five‑story, 378‑unit Herndon Avenue apartment project on a vacant lot behind the post office near Orlando Fashion Square. The plan includes a large parking garage and a mix of studios through three‑bedroom units.

A smoky blaze in the Orange County Convention Center’s West Concourse prompted a three-hour fire response as Ulta Beauty World crews finished set‑up. Officials haven’t confirmed whether the expo will be affected.