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Deadly Hit and Run Driver Arrested at Home

Troopers arrested an Orlando man after he fled the scene from a deadily hit-and-run that happened early on Monday morning.

Deputy Sheriff Arrested, Relieved of Duty

An Orange County Deputy Sheriff has been arrested for domestic violence and relieved from duty.

Writers Fest Goes Over Big

The Central Orlando library recently showcased local authors during a meet, greet, speaking, and signing session. For those sensing the written word is a thing of the past, think again. During a crowd-filled afternoon, visitors were introduced to a wide array of topics and personalities.

Bob Ward, Wife Killer, Hospitalized for Observation

Sentenced to 30 years on Friday in the shooting death of his wife, James Robert Ward was admitted to a local area hospital for medical observation on Saturday morning.

FAMU Drum Major’s Death: Homicide

FAMU drum major Robert Champion's death has been ruled a homicide, authorities said on Friday.

Cops Looking for Victims of “Syncere” Debit Card Scam

Police are looking for more people who might have been the subject of a check/debit card fraud scheme.

Man Wearing Golf Cap, Warm Up Suit Robs east Orlando Bank

A man wearing a warm up suit and a Bridgestone golf cap robbed a bank in east Orlando on Thursday afternoon, police said

Dr. Ammons is Toast

Gov. Rick Scott would like president of Florida A&M University to be suspended, as multiple investigations are conducted into the death of a drum major last month.

Man Crossing Road Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver

Authorities are searching for a hit-and-rund driver who killed a pedestrian in Orange County on Wednesday night

Cops: Deaths of Man, Woman Found in Coal Shipment Accidental

The bodies of a man and woman were found Tuesday in a coal shipment at the McIntosh Power Plant in Lakeland, and police believe that the deaths were accidental.

Teen who Escaped from Police Custody on the Run

A teen escaped from police custody on Wednesday and deputies say, they are concerned for his safety.

Woman Begs for her Life, as Young Couple Robs Home

Kissimmee police are searching for a couple who robbed a 62-year-old in her home last Friday, using a handgun to terriorize the victim.

Motorcycle Rider Killed in High Speed Crash

A motorcyclist was killed early on Wednesday morning in a high-speed crash in Brevard County.

Teen Thrown from Pick-up in Critical Condition

A teenager is in critical condition, after he was thrown from the bed of a pick-up truck on County Road 439 on Tuesday.

Motorcyclist Killed at Red Light, Identified

Troopers have released the name of the Orlando motorcyclist killed on Sunday morning on State Road 50.

Wig-Wearing Woman Robs Winn-Dixie at Gunpoint

A brazen woman, wearing a long black wig, robbed a Winn-Dixie Supermarket at gunpoint on Monday night.

Dwight Howard, Baby Mo, and Binky Throwing

For the past seven years Orlando has acted as an enabler, cuddling athletes with bloated salaries (I’m not just talking about Dwight) and an open invitation to throw their binky or lay limp on a grocery floor without consequence.

FHP: Young Woman Dies in Car Crash on SR 520

A young woman was killed on State Road 520 early on Monday morning, after she lost control of the car she was driving and crashed into another vehicle.

Dan Newlin’s Charity Brings Joy to Cancer Kids

It seemed natural that famed Central Florida attorney Dan Newlin should team up with founder of Hugz from Bugz, Chad Ebbert, to host a Princess Party for 8-year-old Marlie, a pediatric patient at Arnold Palmer Hospital, dying of brain cancer. And so, Marlie, along with several other kids battling leukemia, was honored for several hours on Saturday with a community Princess Party at the Orlando All Star Cheer-leading facility in Gotha.

Dwight Howard Kicks Orlando to the Curb

Following months of speculation, Orlando Magic center, Dwight Howard finally put that to rest on Saturday night when he said, he wants to be traded. Howard, who spoke after a practice game at the Amway Center said, he loves Orlando, but wanted more involvement with the team and this didn't happen. Howard's confirmation of his desire to be traded comes three days after an Orlando Magic news conference at which the organization's leadership said they are doing all they could to keep him as a member of the team.

Woman Stabbed to Death in Domestic Dispute

Orange County deputies are investigating the death of a woman at the home she shared with her live-in boyfriend who investigators say stabbed her multiple times.

Dwight Howard Off to New Jersey Nets?

Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard is looking to the New Jersey Nets and representatives say, this could be communicated to the Magic as soon as Friday.

Man Shot, Killed Near UCF, Identified

Deputies have identified the man who was shot in a vehicle at a McDonald's near UCF on Wednesday evening.

Michelle Parker’s Cell Phone Recovered

Orlando police said investigators have recovered the cell phone of missing Orlando mother Michelle Parker.

Man Shot Dead in Vehicle near UCF

A man was found shot in a vehicle at a McDonald's parking lot near UCF on Wednesday evening.

St. Pete Baseball Coach Busted in Orange County Sex Sting

A St. Petersburg College baseball coach was arrested in an undercover sting in Orange County on Tuesday.

A Magic CEO Steps Down

The Orlando Magic announced Wednesday changes in the organization's leadership structure. At a news conference at the Amway Center, Bob Vander Weide, announced his retirement as Orlando Magic's Chief Executive Office/Vice Chair.

Cops Investigate Suspicious Incident Involving Toddler

Orlando police are investigating a suspicious incident involving a 2 1/2 year old toddler who is in critical condition.

University High School Student Dead After One Day of Lacrosse Practice

A 17-year-old University High School student died Tuesday, one day after practicing, but Orange County deputies said, no foul play is suspected.

Cops Arrest Man for Armed Kidnapping of Woman

Orlando police have arrested a man who they say, kidnapped a woman at gunpoint early on Monday morning.