‘Blunt impact injuries’ in Epic Universe ride death, Kissimmee police deputy chief suspended, and...
Good morning, Central Florida. Here's what you need to know today. Expect mostly to partly sunny skies for Friday with only an isolated afternoon shower with highs climbing to the upper 80s to around 90. Get the full forecast here. Stay weather aware with alerts to your phone or tablet...
Orlando police investigating after reports of shooting in Baldwin Park
BALDWIN PARK Fla. - The Orlando Police Department (OPD) is currently investigating reports of a shooting that took place Friday morning in Baldwin Park. The OPD says they received reports of a shooting around 8:08 a.m. Friday off Fox Street, which is located in the Baldwin Park area of Orlando.
Council’s Corner — Fall Community Resource Expo
For the third year in a row, the Osceola Council on Aging (OCOA) will host a Fall Community Resource Expo for Osceola residents. With more than 50 vendors scheduled to be present, the Expo will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at the BEV Center on the OCOA campus (700 Generation Point, Kissimmee)....
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, returns for 6th year at...
SANFORD, Fla. (September 18, 2025) — Orlando’s most dazzling holiday tradition returns at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens!. The magical displays of Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild will return on select nights from November 14, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Central Florida’s well-known grocery store,...
Guest dies after riding Epic Universe roller coaster, Universal says
ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA)— A guest at Epic Universe died after riding on Stardust Racers on Wednesday night, NBC affiliate WESH announced. According to a statement from Universal, the guest was found unresponsive after riding the roller coaster and was taken to a nearby hospital, where they later died. The Orange County...
Guest Knocks Down Cast Member Directing Crowds at Magic Kingdom
A guest was arrested for knocking down a Cast Member directing the crowds at the Magic Kingdom back in June. Heaven Dein Young-Harry has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanour battery. Her trial is scheduled for the 3rd November, 2025, according to court records (via WDWNT). The incident occurred on the...
Pedestrian struck, killed on Colonial Drive in Christmas, FHP says
CHRISTMAS, Fla. – A 32-year-old Panama City man walking across State Road 50 in Christmas was struck by a pickup truck and killed Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 10 p.m. on S.R. 50 (Colonial Drive), west of Hodges Boulevard, troopers said. According...
PHOTOS: AHF relocates Orlando Healthcare Center & Pharmacy, celebrates with grand opening
ORLANDO | AIDS Healthcare Foundation relocated its Orlando Healthcare Center & Pharmacy Sept. 17 and invited the community to celebrate with a ribbon cutting and tour. With the same name and a new space, AHF said patients can expect the same world-class HIV care, trusted pharmacy services and supportive team they...
Florida Dad Receives First-in-World ALS Treatment
Before the sun rises at his home near Orlando, Florida, Rakesh Parekh, M.D., is already making the most of the day. He reviews patient notes and exercises before joining his wife, Tejal Parekh, in preparing their children for school. Time means a great deal to Dr. Parekh. In 2020, he...
Assistant principal shot, killed outside school
Cause of death determined for man killed on thrill ride at Epic Universe. A cause of death has been released for a man who died Wednesday after riding a roller coaster at Universal’s Epic Universe theme park in Orlando. (Source: WFTV, UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT, CNN) Updated: 4 hours ago.

















