FHP Troopers accused of billing ChampionsGate district for patrol shifts they never worked
Two former Florida Highway Patrol troopers are facing fraud charges after investigators say they billed a Central Florida community for off-duty patrol shifts they never worked. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Office of Inspector General, former FHP Captain Lenita King and Troop
Pilot program aims to build $200K homes in Central Florida to help low-income families...
ORLANDO, Fla. – For many Central Florida families, the dream of owning a home feels further out of reach than ever. With the median home price now topping $400,000, a new pilot program in Orlando is trying to change that by building new homes for about half the cost.
Truck Driver Arrested for Road Rage Attack with Hammer in Central Florida
A truck driver was arrested for a road rage attack with a hammer in Central Florida. The post Truck Driver Arrested for Road Rage Attack with Hammer in Central Florida appeared first on West Orlando News .
Florida Has A Farm With Clydesdales Just 1.5 Hours From Orlando
If you’ve ever dreamed of getting up close with those majestic horses from the Budweiser commercials, you don’t have to travel far from Orlando. Grandview Clydesdales in Dunnellon offers an unforgettable experience where you can meet these gentle giants, including adorable baby Clydesdales, right here in Florida. This
Woman arrested for grand theft auto says dead father told her to tow vehicle
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - A woman arrested on grand theft auto charges told investigators she towed a vehicle because her dead father instructed her to do so from “the other side,” according to Marion County Sheriff’s deputies. Latasha Kohler, 43, remained in jail Thursday following her arrest...
New gas station, convenience store planned for northeast Ocala intersection
A new gas station and convenience store is being planned for a highly traveled intersection in northeast Ocala, adding to the ongoing commercial expansion in the immediate area. The project, named Sunstop #360 Ocala, is slated for development at 2540 NE 35th Street, situated directly at the intersection of NE...
Southbound I-75 Off-Ramp to CR 484 in Marion County to Close Overnight (Again?!) June...
MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – The Florida Department of Transportation has announced part of the I-75/CR 484 interchange in southern Marion County will close overnight. According to the FDOT announcement, the off-ramp from southbound I-75 to CR 484 will close from 8 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2026, until 6 a.m. Tuesday
Central Florida Man Sentenced for Firearms Trafficking
A Central Florida man was sentenced for firearms trafficking. The post Central Florida Man Sentenced for Firearms Trafficking appeared first on West Orlando News .
Villager claims Community Watch dismissed his neighborhood safety concern
I am writing to support the concerns raised by Bart Zoellner regarding his recent experience with Community Watch. I share similar questions about the role of the program after experiencing a similar dismissive response firsthand. Shortly after a golf cart was stolen from a garage in our neighborhood, I noticed...
Thunderstorm warnings issued across Central Florida
Severe T'Storm Warning issued for Brevard and Osceola counties until 5:00 PM. Expect winds over 50 mph, intense lightning, and small hail.

















