Orange County is preparing for primary elections with early voting locations set up, including at the Renaissance Senior Center, to cater to voters' schedules before the official primary day.

Orange County debates two key charter amendments focused on managing development and preserving rural areas, requiring increased oversight for urban expansion and land annexation.

Oviedo officials are considering water rate hikes and borrowing to fund a new water treatment plant and stormwater improvements, facing mixed resident reactions.

Casselberry is holding town hall meetings to discuss eight proposed charter amendments before the August 20th vote. Meetings are scheduled for July 31, August 1, and August 3, at different times and locations to accommodate all residents.

Former Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill is under multiple federal investigations for allegations involving financial misconduct, including abuse of power of attorney and improper use of federal loans for personal gain.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met with law enforcement and educators in Orlando, discussing Amendment 3, law enforcement recruitment incentives, and education funding, while criticizing federal policies on border security and Afghanistan.

Orange County mourns the loss of Pat Williams, the influential founder of the Orlando Magic, remembered by Mayor Demings for his vision and contribution to sports and community development.

Osceola County maintains its millage rate at 6.7 for FY 2025 budget aimed to sustain services amidst population growth, with a focus on infrastructure, public safety, and a 25.3% budget reduction from the previous year.

The Orange County Sheriff seeks $13 million for deputy pay raises, citing a need to remain competitive and a risk to service levels without the increase.

A Florida judge, Wayne Culver, may receive a 60-day suspension and reprimand for courtroom misconduct, including using profanity and raising his voice. The Florida JQC recommended the penalties after reviewing incidents from early 2022.

Suspended Commissioner Regina Hill is set to appear in court over fraud allegations; she has pled not guilty and trusts the judicial system for a fair trial.

Mayor Jerry L. Demings reports a record-breaking Tourist Development Tax collection for May 2024, signaling economic recovery and increased investment in Orange County's community venues and cultural sectors.

Osceola County partners with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a $3 million flood vulnerability study on the Shingle Creek and Kissimmee River basin, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian.