Orlando family pushes for newborn liver tests as part of ‘Mattie’s Law’
ORLANDO, Fla. — Two Orlando parents are urging state and federal lawmakers to update infant screening after what they describe as life-altering delays in their daughter’s diagnosis and treatment. Allison Walker Beacham and her husband, Michael Beacham, say they are now sharing two-year-old Mattie’s medical journey in...
Driver dies after possible medical episode, crashing into tree in Pine Hills, FHP says
PINE HILLS, Fla. – A driver died on Thursday after suffering a possible medical episode and crashing into a tree in Pine Hills, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. along N Hiawassee Road, south of Stardust Lane. According to a preliminary FHP crash...
Frontier Airlines announces new direct flight from Pensacola to Orlando
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Frontier Airlines announced new nonstop service today between Pensacola International Airport (PNS) and Orlando International Airport (MCO). The service begins Feb. 13, 2026, and will operate twice per week. To celebrate, America’s Low Fare Airline is offering fares starting at $29. “We are...
Rick Stacy Attributes Anna Kepner’s Death to Provocative Dressing and Selfie Obsession
In a recent episode of his radio show, Rick Stacy has stirred controversy by suggesting that the way Anna Kepner dressed and her selfie-taking habits may have contributed to her untimely death. The comments were made in the context of discussing the recent developments in the case, where Anna's stepbrother has been...
Bicyclist hurt in traffic crash near Kissimmee
Troopers said the crash happened early Wednesday along North Orange Blossom Trail.
Scooter rider struck in hit-and-run on Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee
KISSIMMEE, Fla. – A hit-and-run crash is under investigation Thursday morning in Osceola County, the Florida Highway Patrol reported. The crash happened around 6:55 a.m. on West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway at Target Boulevard in Kissimmee. According to troopers, a vehicle was heading west on West Irlo Bronson...
Orlando International Airport explores creating its own police force
ORLANDO, Fla. - Orlando International Airport is considering forming its own police department, a move that would shift security duties away from Orlando police within the next decade, officials said. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority board opened discussions on the proposal on Wednesday. Local perspective: —...
Valencia College is first in Florida to offer semiconductor technician degree
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — It’s the first and only program in Florida offering college credits for a degree to be a semiconductor engineer technician. Valencia College is leading a pathway to a cutting-edge industry that pays well. Calvin Wilkinson is one of the first five students studying for the...
Waymo’s self-driving car coming to Orlando
Self-driving cars are coming to Orlando. Waymo announced Tuesday its plans to service customers in Orlando next year, in addition to other cities in Florida and Texas.
Boy injured in Lake County wreck may not walk again: Family
A little boy seriously hurt in a deadly Lake County car wreck is recovering in Orlando. Nickai Mixon, 6, has been at Arnold Palmer Hospital since Saturday.
