Regina Hill, facing criminal charges, has qualified to run for re-election for her suspended Orlando City Commissioner seat while proclaiming her innocence despite legal uncertainties.

Paul Renner, ex-Florida House Speaker, announced his gubernatorial run, highlighting his alignment with Ron DeSantis and readiness to face opponents, including Byron Donalds.

Voters in Orange County, FL are electing new state legislators for Senate District 15 and House District 40, with early voting turnout at 5.62% before Election Day.

West Orange County voters will elect new representatives for Florida's Senate District 15 and House District 40 in a special election, following the death of Sen. Geraldine Thompson.

Orange County has joined a lawsuit challenging Florida's Senate Bill 180, which restricts local governments' power to establish building regulations. The county is also in talks with the state to align its Vision 2050 plan with the bill.

Visit Orlando CEO Casandra Matej defended the organization's financial practices, despite an Orange County audit that suggested misclassification of $20 million in tourism funds. Matej insists the funds are properly accounted for.

Lake County Commissioners consider a 5-cent local gas tax hike, with a 3-2 vote to advertise the increase, aiming to address a $700 million road project deficit amidst population growth and infrastructure needs.

The Orange County Fleet Management Division ranked #14 in the 2025 Leading Fleets Award, marking their third recognition since 2020 for excellence in government fleet operations.

Leesburg city commission is set to decide if the Shuffleboard Club's property will be donated to a nonprofit aiding homeless youth, amid concerns from club members and a request for a public referendum by an attorney.

Orlando is to get a new U.S. passport office by 2027, offering expedited services for urgent travel documents, with appointments required and additional fees for faster processing.

Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell has announced plans to tackle a case backlog of 5,797 cases and to improve low staff retention rates through a five-year initiative and funding increases.

The Edgewater City Council voted 3-2 to maintain development moratoriums, potentially conflicting with state law, despite warnings of legal repercussions and advice to repeal from the city attorney.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer spoke about the city's achievements, housing crisis, public safety, and future projects during a State of the City address celebrating Orlando's 150th birthday.