Orange County

Central Florida faces its hottest day yet under a rare Extreme Heat Warning. Temperatures exceeding 105°F threaten public safety across Orlando and surrounding areas.

An Orange County Sheriff's Deputy killed his ex-girlfriend, kidnapping her from her daughters' sight before committing suicide. The incident triggers internal investigations and grief across Central Florida law enforcement.

Florida health officials report 352 cyclosporiasis cases linked to contaminated produce. Orange County has 26 confirmed cases as summer infections spike nationwide.

Early voting has begun in several Florida counties with over half a million ballots cast statewide. Voting continues across all 67 counties through mid-August as residents prepare for the upcoming primary election.

Florida Supreme Court rejects public reprimand for Orange County judge involved in controversial courtroom remarks regarding a Black defendant and conduct toward public defenders.

Florida bans CAIR access to public funds and expels supporters from schools, prompting an immediate lawsuit challenging the designation's constitutionality.

Central Florida mourns as a toddler dies in a car after a forgotten drop-off, sparking renewed calls for parental awareness and vehicle safety measures across Orange County.

Authorities issued a severe weather alert for Orange and Osceola counties in central Florida due to strong winds, lightning, and small hail.

An Orlando-area tattoo shop faces backlash for banning military vets and law enforcement officers following owner's controversial 'war criminal' claims online.

Intelligence agencies warn that AI tools will enable crippling cyberattacks within months, posing a severe risk to Central Florida's critical infrastructure and economy.

James Ray Smith, an 83-year-old from Orange County, is set to become America's oldest executed person after murdering his wife in a case that reshaped domestic violence laws.

Poll data shows Californians feared federal election interference before latest claims. This anxiety mirrors concerns in Orlando and the I-4 corridor regarding ballot integrity.