Orange County Politics

Early voting wraps up in Orange and Seminole counties ahead of Aug 18 elections. Key contests include Orange County School Board Chair and Mayor, plus a competitive GOP primary for U.S. Rep. Cory Mills in Florida's 7th District.

Central Florida voters weigh in on the Aug 18 Ag Commissioner primary. Candidates debate water quality, citrus disease, and urban-agricultural balance affecting Orange County communities.

Orlando-area emergency crews train with hospitals using realistic simulations to handle the surge in severe injuries from e-bike crashes, improving regional trauma care standards.

Orlando media watchdogs react as Fla. AG seeks NYT internal records for six years of local reporting, citing potential chilling effect on press freedom in the I-4 corridor.

State official says he was unaware of hurricane concerns cited by ICE for keeping detainees at controversial Kissimmee facility during storm season.

President Trump stages controversial White House cage fights during global conflict, sparking debate across Orlando and beyond about leadership style and national priorities.