5+ hour, 13+ min ago   (333+ words) Florida officials are proposing new regulations to improve the care and oversight of sloths in captivity after the deaths of dozens of sloths at the proposed Sloth World attraction in Orlando. During an online hearing Wednesday, the Florida Fish and…...

2+ day, 52+ min ago   (169+ words) Orlando police late Thursday announced the arrest of a 17-year-old boy in connection with a shooting that occurred several days earlier along East Colonial Drive. The teen will face charges including attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault with a firearm, and…...

3+ day, 8+ hour ago   (294+ words) Benjamin Agresta, former president of Sloth World in Orlando, has urged Florida wildlife officials to tighten regulations for sloth care after multiple animal deaths from a fatal virus Benjamin Agresta, the former president of Sloth World in Orlando, has sent…...

3+ day, 8+ hour ago   (242+ words) Florida educators can go to SeaWorld for free for the next year WESH Eligible Florida-certified K-12 classroom teachers can now apply for the SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card It gives year-round access to animal experiences, conservation stories and educational inspiration The SeaWorld…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago   (87+ words) Hispanic Heritage Month events are kicking off across Central Florida, bringing festivities and activities that highlight the rich traditions and culture. >> Para leer en español, haga clic aquí Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Here's…...

3+ day, 15+ hour ago   (107+ words) Scattered, weak thunderstorms are expected along the beaches Wednesday morning, with storm coverage increasing through the afternoon. Storm coverage is expected to reach about 60% to 70% across the area. The highest coverage is forecast for western counties between roughly 3 and 6 p.m., where…...

4+ day, 43+ min ago   (400+ words) The Orange County School Board on Tuesday finalized a reduced budget for the 2026-27 school year. "I listen to my colleagues talk about how much they are struggling to survive," said OCPS teacher Asmaa Elmani. "I listen to the heartbreaking decisions…...

4+ day, 15+ hour ago   (207+ words) Orange County Public Schools will begin enforcing its ban on e-bikes, e-scooters and other motorized micromobility devices for most students Tuesday, following a temporary grace period. The Orange County School Board voted before the start of the school year to…...

5+ day, 16+ hour ago   (68+ words) A deadly crash has shut down a stretch of Apopka Vineland Road (SR-535) in Orange County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened just after 6 on Monday morning at Palm Parkway. The intersection is shut down. Drivers should…...

6+ day, 23+ hour ago   (307+ words) With Florida's general election set for Nov. 3, the Florida Voters League is working to increase voter registration, education, and turnout in Orange County, where recent primary election participation was low. "Their vote does matter," said Larry Colleton, president of the…...