Teachers in Orange County are set to receive pay raise this school year
The agreement moves forward on teacher pay in Orange County, a key issue for educators and officials.
Florida deputies force way into wrong home in search of shoplifting suspect
A miscommunication resulted in Seminole County deputies barging into a Lake Mary home in search of a suspect in an alleged shoplifting incident.
Mother fights HOA after receiving letter complaining about son playing on a magnolia tree
Ariel Barner, received a legal notice from her homeowner's association (HOA) for her son playing on a community magnolia tree near his bus stop. The HOA is concerned about liability issues if the child gets injured, and they have demanded a payment for legal fees. Barner plans to consult with...
‘Y’all I almost cried’: Orlando college student goes to Barnes & Noble. He can’t...
Barnes & Noble has made a recent shift in its aesthetics, and many customers aren’t happy about it. An Orlando college student, for one, found a store that survived the impact of remodels and said he was “almost brought to tears” in a TikTok that has more than 7.8 million views. Zach (@zachtose_intiktokerance) added...
Florida’s ‘Trenton’s Law’ brings tougher DUI/BUI manslaughter penalties
BELLE ISLE, Fla. — A new law is now in effect across Florida — one that could change the way people think about getting behind the wheel or the throttle after drinking. Belle Isle Police hope “Trenton’s Law” will save lives, both on the road and out on the water.
Meet Cookie, the sweet Goldendoodle pup searching for love; Will you take her?
Florida pet parents and dog lovers, a local rescue in Orange County, Florida, would like you to meet Cookie, a 3-year-old female Goldendoodle, who is ready to find her perfect family through VIP Rescue of Central Florida, Inc. The adoption fee for this loving pup located in Maitland, FL, is $375. The rescue says this...
Unlicensed driver in unregistered vehicle apprehended by deputies
An man was arrested after being stopped for an expired tag with no license or registration. A deputy observed 32-year-old James Eugene Roundtree of Apopka driving a silver Honda Crosstour on North Florida Street in Bushnell around 11:05 p.m. Wednesday, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s...
Florida School Employee Investigated After Admitting He Wanted to Kill 6-Year-Old Student
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA — A paraprofessional at Sabal Point Elementary School in Longwood has resigned after confessing to disturbing and violent thoughts involving a 6-year-old student, according to a sheriff’s office report and court filings obtained by WESH 2 News. Staff Member Self-Reported Disturbing Thoughts....
Orange County, FL, Hoffner Catering & Supply was closed due to rodent, roach issues,...
Hoffner Catering & Supply was temporarily closed by state inspectors after they documented 33 violations, including rodent and roach activity throughout the facility at 4880 B Distribution Ct Unit 1-2 in Orlando, Orange County.
Chick-fil-A in Polk County, FL, issued warning after inspection finds flies, insects, rodents issues
A popular Chick-fil-A location at 43568 Highway 27 in Davenport, Polk County, FL, was issued a warning after a Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation inspection on September 4, 2025, found 9 total violations. The popular fast food chicken restaurant chain faced two high-priority violations, five...
