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Orlando Briefs

OPD, U.S. Marshals Arrest Suspect for 2023 Deadly Hit-and-Run in Orlando

OPD and U.S. Marshals arrested a suspect for a 2023 deadly hit-and-run in Orlando that killed a 5-year-old. 

Orlando Man Arrested in $5.3 Million Ponzi Scheme

An Orlando man was recently arrested in a $5.3 million ponzi scheme that defrauded at least 10 victims. 

ICE Orlando Arrested Colombian Drug Lord Wanted for 29 Murders

An ICE Homeland Security Task Force in Orlando recently arrested criminal alien who was a Colombian drug lord wanted for 29 murders.

Man Arrested after Making Threats Holding Rifle in Orlando Residential Area

A man was recently arrested for making verbal threats while holding a rifle in an Orlando residential area.

Red Lobster’s Ultimate SpendLESS Shrimp Offers Three Flavors for Fraction of Cost

Red Lobster introduced the Ultimate SpendLESS Shrimp, a trio of shrimp dishes for a fraction of the cost.

Ongoing Overdose Death Investigation in Orlando Shooting Case

There is an ongoing overdose death investigation in a shooting and attempted homicide case in Orlando. 

Homicide Investigation after Shooting at Orlando Apartments

A homicide investigation led to a murder arrest after a shooting at Orlando apartments.

Dr. Phillips Center Announced New Board Members

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts welcomed seven new directors to its board, accelerating momentum behind its vision of Arts For Every Life.

Orlando Police Officer Helps Lake Eola Swan, Shares Water in Heat

Orlando Police Department officers help many throughout the community, including the Lake Eola swans.

Woman Arrested after One-Week-Old Baby Found in Orlando Driveway

A woman was arrested after a one-week-old baby was found in an Orlando residential driveway. 

Orlando Homicide Investigation at Metro Place Apartments

The Orlando Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation after a man was killed at the Metro Place Apartments.

Northern Jet Expands Fleet with Addition of Another Challenger 300

Northern Jet announced the addition of another Challenger 300 to its growing 300 series fleet.

Goodwill ‘Round Up’ Initiative to Benefit YMCA of Central Florida

Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is holding a "round up" to benefit the YMCA of Central Florida.

OUC Gives Local Students Inside Look at Utility Industry

OUC provided local students with an inside look at the utility industry, giving the children a hands-on learning opportunity.

South University Orlando Campus Celebrates Milestone

South University recently marked a major milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Orlando campus.

Orlando Health Named Title Partner of Major League Pickleball’s Florida Smash

Major League Pickleball team, the Florida Smash, recently announced Orlando Health as its title sponsor and Official Medical Team.

Orlando Convicted Felon with 17 Firearms Pleaded Guilty

An Orlando convicted felon with 17 firearms pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. 

Orlando Man Pleaded Guilty to Selling Machine Guns

An Orlando man recently pleaded guilty to selling machine guns.

Orlando Couple Agrees to Pay for Improperly Received PPP Loan Funds

An Orlando couple agreed to pay tens of thousands of dollars related to improperly received PPP loan funds.

Drug Bust in Orlando’s Parramore Neighborhood

There was a drug bust in Orlando's Parramore neighborhood after a month-long investigation that resulted in two arrests. 

Orange County Presents The Collection of Jordan Jones, also known as JJ the Artist

Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs presents “The Collection of Jordan Jones, also known as JJ the Artist” for this year’s Juneteenth Celebration.

Orlando Police Department Updates on Recent Officer-Involved Shooting

The Orlando Police Department provided an update on a recent officer-involved shooting.

Florida Poly, UCF Co-Host Prominent International Industrial Engineering Conference

Florida Poly and UCF are co-hosts of a prominent international industrial engineering conference coming to Central Florida. 

Federal Jury Convicted Orlando Man in Armed Robbery Spree

A federal jury convicted an Orlando man in an armed robbery spree.

Winners of Red Lobster National Ocean Sustainability Challenge Announced

Red Lobster announced the Grand Prize-winning team and four Runner-Up teams of the Red Lobster Ocean Sustainability Challenge.

Crunch Fitness Expansion in Florida with Acquisition of 24 Hour Fitness Gyms

Crunch Fitness recently announced the acquisition of 24 Hour Fitness gyms in Miami and Orlando regions.

OPD Seizes Illegal Drugs, Crime Guns from Orlando Streets

The Orlando Police Department announced more drug and gun seizures, and in just one week officers made 119 arrests.

Orlando Police Need Community Help on Missing Bronze Eagle Statue

Orlando Police need community help to find missing bronze eagle statue stolen during break-in owned by well-respected attorney who recently passed away. 

Jordanian National in Orlando Illegally Sentenced for Attacking Energy Facility

A Jordanian national who was residing in Orlando illegally was sentenced for threatening to use explosives and attacking an energy facility.

Orlando Doctor Pleads to Injecting Silicone Oil for Gluteal Augmentation

An Orlando doctor pleaded to offering to inject silicone oil for gluteal augmentation procedures.