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Man Convicted of Murder after Argument at Orlando Hotel

A man was convicted of murdering another man by shooting him in the chest, head and neck after an argument at an Orlando hotel.

Winter Park Woman Murdered Boyfriend, Leaving Him to Suffocate in Suitcase

A Winter Park woman murdered her boyfriend, leaving him to suffocate to death in a suitcase.

Red Lobster Debuts New Menu to Kick Off Season of Celebration

Red Lobster launched its new menu, now available at all 545 Red Lobster locations nationwide.

Disney Lifeguard Busted Looking to Have Sex with 14-Year-Old Girl

A Disney World lifeguard was busted chatting online with what he thought was a 14-year old girl, but it was really an undercover detective. 

Life-Saving Naloxone Distributed at EDC Orlando

As Orlando’s Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) welcomed attendees to Tinker Field, Project Opioid was on-site, offering free naloxone nasal spray.

Police Warn about Lost, Stolen Phones at EDC Orlando

Local police are warning about lost and stolen phones at EDC Orlando at Camping World Stadium in downtown.

Man Arrested in Orlando Road Rage Incident Involving Gun

The Orlando Police Department arrested a man in an Orlando road rage incident involving a gun.

Orlando Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Federal Prison

An Orlando drug trafficker was sentenced to federal prison after getting busted by a confidential informant.

Orlando Man Indicted for Arson Resulting in Injury at Inter&Co Stadium

An Orlando man was indicted for arson resulting in injury at Inter&Co Stadium in downtown.

Orlando Doctor Indicted for Offering to Inject Silicone for Gluteal Augmentation

An Orlando doctor was indicted for offering to inject silicone for a gluteal augmentation procedure.

Orlando Fraudster and Ex-Wife Sentenced for Multi-Million Dollar Schemes

An Orlando fraudster and his ex-wife were sentenced for multi-million dollar fraud schemes.

‘Freedom Is At Stake’ GOTV Bus Tour in Florida for Voter Mobilization

Freedom Is At Stake GOTV Bus Tour is heading to key cities in Florida with a series of events aimed at mobilizing voters in critical communities.

Teen Indicted for Murder in Orlando Drug Deal Turned Attempted Robbery

A teen was indicted for murder in an Orlando drug deal that turned into an attempted robbery.

Man Indicted for Murder after Shooting at Group of People in Orlando

A man was indicted for murder after shooting at a group of people in Orlando.

Orlando Congressman & Orange County Commissioner Update on FEMA Funds

Congressman Maxwell Frost and Orange County Commissioner Mike Scott provided an update on Orlando FEMA funds, saying there is a lot of misinformation.

City of Orlando Asks Residents to Limit Water Usage

The City of Orlando asked residents to limit water usage after Hurricane Milton.

20-Year-Old Winter Garden Man Backed Vehicle into Business, Stole Six Firearms

20-year-old Winter Garden man who backed a vehicle into a federal firearms licensee business and stole six firearms faces federal prison time.

Amped Fitness Expands Orlando Presence with Apopka Location

Saying the momentum is undeniable, Amped Fitness is set to open its third Orlando location in Apopka.

Statewide Recognition for Plate Above Catering

The Plate Above Catering team, led by Chef Jill Holland, recently received statewide recognition in the annual “2024 Best of Florida” awards.

OCPS Adds Orlando High School to Afterschool Meals Program

OCPS has added an Orlando high school to the Afterschool Meals Program, which provides snacks and meals to students.

$28 Million in Improvement Grants for Orlando, Kissimmee Airports

Central Florida Congressman announced that Orlando International Airport and Kissimmee Gateway Airport received $28 million in federal funds.

Ten10 Brewing in Orlando Partners with Second Harvest for Hunger Action Month

Ten10 Brewing in Orlando released a limited-edition beer to help feed hope to neighbors experiencing hunger across Central Florida.

U-Haul Equipment Arrives at EZ Gas Express in Orlando

EZ Gas Express joined U-Haul as a neighborhood dealer serving the Orlando community.

Gang Member Sentenced for Sex Crimes Against Children

A 40-year-old Central Florida gang member was sentenced for sex crimes against children.

Drug Dealer Busted for Cocaine Trafficking in Orange County

A local drug dealer was busted for cocaine trafficking in Orange County.

Sixty Vines Brings Wine Country to Sand Lake

Sixty Vines, the restaurant known for transporting guests to wine country, is opening its doors in Sand Lake in Orlando.

Graze Craze Charcuterie Store in Winter Park Celebrates Grand Opening

Graze Craze Winter Park recently celebrated their grand opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony with Winter Park Chamber of Commerce.

Climb Higher with New Facility Coming to The Packing District in Orlando

Get ready to climb higher and reach new heights at a new facility coming to The Packing District in Orlando.

Two Orlando Men Charged in Central Florida Armed Robbery Spree

Two Orlando men were charged in a Central Florida armed robbery spree.

28-Year-Old Man Indicted for Rape and Murder of 13-Year-Old Girl in Orlando

A 28-year-old man has been indicted for the rape and murder of a 13-year-old girl in Orlando.