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A News 6 analysis of Orange County court records found 74 arrests by the Orlando Police Department for “camping prohibited” charges from Jan. 1 through July 1. The public defender's office is noticing these people, all listed as homeless, are spending more time in jail.
The Winter Park Volleyball Club 18U boys' team looks to meet high expectations and claim the AAU Junior National Volleyball Championship
Since opening its doors on July 1, 2000, the all-inclusive day resort has welcomed more than 8 million guests from 164 countries.
For many, fireworks are a staple of Independence Day celebrations, but before you set off those colorful displays, it is crucial to know what’s legal in your city.
Last week, another four restaurants across Central Florida were told to close after they were visited by a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
The owner of a fireworks business spent much of the start of his Fourth of July week counting his inventory—at least, what’s left of it—following the theft of what he estimated to be more than $85,000 worth of products..
A special needs Orlando man is seeking help after thieves stole a trailer full of lawn care equipment he uses to support himself and his mother.
Tangelo Park, a small neighborhood of about 2,100 residents covering 225 acres, sits adjacent to the new Epic Universe theme park.
Reopening on July 22, Test Track presented by General Motors takes guests on a journey through automotive innovation, featuring a familiar vehicle simulation, but with new indoor scenes and technology, all leading up to the high-speed race on the outdoor track.
Thousands are set to kick back and have a ball as FIFA Club World Cup matches continue in Orlando this week.
United Way Heart of Florida rounded out a series of three baby showers for moms across Central Florida.
The investigation into Mahlyk Poole began when Maitland police officers responded to the family of a child who alleged “inappropriate contact” earlier in the day, according to Maitland police.
Five people face charges in the theft and handling of rare sneakers that were allegedly stolen during Hurricane Milton from an Orange County warehouse rented by Marcus Jordan, according to the sheriff’s office.
A local foreign-language teacher dealt with a debilitating condition that required blood transfusions for years before finally getting a life-saving transplant in Orlando. Now, she’s sharing her journey.
Two months after a 16-year-old Oak Ridge High School student was struck and killed while trying to cross Oak Ridge Road, the commissioner who represents the area said she is still working to address concerns about speeding.
A family visiting Orlando said their vacation nearly turned tragic when a man pointed a gun at them during a road rage incident in the heart of the city’s tourism district.
The Winter Park City Commission is set to vote Wednesday night on a controversial ordinance that would restrict when and where protests can take place near the Winter Park Library & Events Center.
From the design of the numbers on the chest to the Pegasus wings on the shoulders, the new UCF football uniforms commemorate every era of the program since its inception.
We’re heading back to Orange County Animal Services, but this time it’s not to highlight a pet in need of a forever home. Instead, today is all about giving back.
A man accused of stabbing a woman outside the Mall at Millenia was scared away by an armed witness, according to Orlando police.
Last week, another three restaurants across Central Florida were told to close after they were visited by a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
An Orange County family is speaking out after their loved one was taken into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody following an immigration court hearing in Orlando.
As summer break begins and school cafeterias close, some Central Florida families face a new challenge: making sure their children have enough to eat.
On Sunday, feels-like temperatures in Orlando were close to 100 degrees. Aid groups are now not just trying to feed hungry people, they're also trying to keep them cool. They say they need help.
Chicken Guy! has officially closed the doors for good at its Winter Park location, according to a spokesperson for the chain.
A man was shot and killed by deputies on Monday afternoon after refusing to drop a knife, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
State Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis won a four-way primary race for Florida Senate District 15, while Bracy Davis’ chief of staff, RaShon Young, won the primary to fill her Florida House District 40 seat. Both candidates now go on to face Republican opponents in the special general elections on Sept. 2.
At Orlando Health’s Advanced Rehabilitation Institute, what’s known as “high-intensity gait training” is giving people new hope and independence after severely disabling injuries.
In the heart of Parramore, Ride the Wave (RTW) Photography is redefining what it means to be a creative business rooted in community, representation, and opportunity.
Almost four years after a fire destroyed its original shelter, Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando is making significant progress on its new facility, with construction crews now focused on installing the roof.
Need ideas for how to spend this year’s Independence Day? Listed is what’s being offered in Central Florida throughout the 4th of July weekend, from fireworks to live music.
A doctor, vacationing with his family from Illinois, saved the life of a 17-year-old girl suffering from cardiac issues at Disney World, according to a news release by Silver Cross Hospital.
After a number of Bahama Breeze restaurants closed in May, Darden Restaurants said recently that the brand is no longer a priority, and the company is considering selling the remaining locations, among other options.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials released a video on Saturday that showed the arrest of an alleged MS-13 gang member in Orlando.
Becoming a U.S. citizen can be a long and difficult process, which may be the reason why some people ultimately end up putting it off. Learn about local clinics that help people with the process of attaining U.S. citizenship through naturalization.
A 45-year-old Orlando man riding a bicycle in Orange County was struck by a van and later died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Some beloved green spaces in Orlando’s College Park neighborhood are about to see some big changes, including the removal of a popular oak tree.
Representatives with Visit Orlando provided their assessment of the state of the tourism industry Friday, noting that international travel appears to be lagging behind domestic travel.
An Orlando woman has been sentenced to six years in prison after her 5-year-old son died with hard drugs in his system.
Separate your debris, use smaller piles. These are just some of the things Orange County is asking residents to do to make post-storm cleanup easier and faster.
Since the park made its official debut on May 22, the park has experienced expected growing pains, but also plenty of praise.
Two men have been arrested in connection to a 2023 Orange County street-racing crash that caused a woman’s death, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
We’ll be hitting the road and having a conversation about what drives Stephanie's passion for storytelling, what makes Osceola County unique, and why community connection matters in the work we do every day.
For a horror fan, every day can be Halloween if you try hard enough. But starting Friday afternoon, horror convention Spooky Empire will help make the passage of time a bit easier for spooky season devotees. The convention runs through Sunday at the Doubletree by Hilton at SeaWorld
Forty-five people have been hit by a car along a stretch of Silver Star Road between Good Homes Road and Mercy Drive over the past five years.
After more than a year of nightly disruptions, the Orange County Board of Commissioners has approved a new ordinance restricting fireworks use to just three days.
The Apopka City Council approved a preliminary plan on Wednesday evening to work with Matthew’s Hope to allow the ministry to park a motor coach (bus) within city limits that will be used as a temporary mobile shelter for homeless people.
With continued growth across Central Florida comes the need for more police officers and sheriff’s deputies, according to law enforcement officials. News 6 reached out to county sheriff’s offices to ask how much they pay deputies.
According to a news release, the Orlando Dreamers are not giving up on their MLB dream despite the sales talks.
Police say a 53-year-old man was run over and killed in Apopka while seeking shelter from a storm underneath a vehicle.
Federal mortgage giants are helping corporate investors acquire mobile home communities across Florida, leading to dramatic lot rent increases, a News 6 investigation reveals.
Florida troopers say a 26-year-old Orlando man was killed early Thursday when a pickup truck hauling a trailer turned into the path of his motorcycle on Sand Lake Road,
According to detectives, the investigation linked him to burglaries in Broward, Hillsborough, and Manatee counties, among other areas of the state.
If you’re looking for some relief from the heat, the Dr. Phillips Center is inviting people to celebrate Juneteenth at Judson’s Live.
Rep. Maxwell Frost's new legislation would require any ICE-operated or affiliated facilities to publicly report who is being detained, where they’re being detained, when they were detained and why.
Orange County leaders say the opening of a new public safety training facility is critical. With the county’s rapid growth, public safety agencies are seeing increased call volumes and more complex emergencies.
Three ramp closures associated with the State Road 417 Capacity Improvements project are scheduled for paving, according to the Central Florida Expressway Authority.
A member of President Donald Trump's cabinet was in Orlando Tuesday, as part of a broader push to tout the 'Big Beautiful Bill' that is now under consideration in the United States Senate.
Kerby Joseph, Detroit Lions safety and Jones High grad, will be opening a new health clinic this Friday with free physicals and EKG screening on Saturday.
Last week, five more restaurants in Central Florida were forced to shut down after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
A group of young cadets in Windermere is making national headlines after being named the top U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps unit in the country, but the recognition comes as the not-for-profit program faces a new challenge: outgrowing its current home.
