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Safety questions are mounting after a man who used a wheelchair died last week while riding the Stardust Racers coaster at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe.

The University of Central Florida is now considered a preeminent university and joins the ranks of other state schools such as Florida International University, Florida State University, the University of South Florida, and the University of Florida. The designation allows it to qualify for more research funding and...

(ORLANDO, Fla.) -- The family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding a roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe theme park in Florida last week, remembered the 32-year-old as a roller coaster enthusiast, as attorneys for the family said they are conducting an independent investigation into his...

A black bear was reportedly struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Florida Mall on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

A 59-year-old St. Cloud man was killed in a multi-car accident on Florida's Turnpike in Lake County Wednesday, Florida Highway Patrol reports. The incident occurred at 3:40 p.m. near mile marker 277, just south of the Hancock Road interchange. Troopers say the man was traveling southbound when his Genesis GV80 ran...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Ocoee is challenging a decision by the Florida Department of Commerce to reject the city’s revised comprehensive plan because of a controversial new state law. The Orange County city filed the challenge Tuesday at the Florida Division of Administrative Hearings as communities in many parts...

The family of Kevin Rodrigues Zavala, the Epic Universe park visitor who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster, is seeking answers.

The Osceola County Sheriff's Office announced its made an arrest in a road rage-induced shooting Tuesday afternoon along Cypress Parkway. Detectives had to go to the Miami area, but 30-year-old Josue Gabriel Astacio is now off the streets. Thanks to round-the-clock detective work, Osceola investigators identified...

Cape Canaveral's Wizard of Oz museum will now be moving to Cocoa Beach instead of Kissimmee , according to owner Fred Trust. The quirky attraction known for its immersive experience and collection of Wizard of Oz memorabilia will now be moving to 333 W. Cocoa Beach Causeway, closer to The Dinosaur Store and the Surf...

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – An Orange County couple lost their life savings after falling victim to a deceptive vehicle sale that began on Facebook Marketplace. Jeffrey Kolkedy enjoyed his 2002 Chevy Avalanche but wanted a newer version with similar features. His search led him to Facebook Marketplace, where he...