Ocoee Police warns residents of “grandparent” scam
The Ocoee Police Department is warning residents of "grandparent" scams. These scams target the elderly, where scammers pretend to be their grandchildren claiming to be in trouble. Some claims include being arrested, involved in an accident, and urgently needing money. The police department released warning signs,...
Orlando renames park to honor former Mayor Glenda Hood
ORLANDO, Fla. – Former mayor of Orlando Glenda Hood was honored Friday as the city renamed a park along Lake Baldwin. A new sign reading “Mayor Glenda Hood Park” was unveiled during a ceremony that morning, at what until then was known as Harbor Park. In a...
Orlando Surf Park denied by Orange County
Horizon West might get a new surf park in the future. Orlando Surf Park was proposed to Orange County as a 44-acre sports and lifestyle complex, featuring a 15-acre surf lagoon. It would feature a full restaurant, beach volleyball, live entertainment, surf stores and more. But before this project can...
Disney World property employee accused of stealing hundreds of dollars using guest’s checks
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – An employee working on Walt Disney World property has been arrested after investigators say he stole a guest’s checkbook from her vehicle and cashed nearly $1,300 in fraudulent checks, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The victim, a visitor from Ohio, told...
Florida’s Turnpike Reopens After Overnight Multi-Vehicle Crash in Orange County
Early this morning, a multi-vehicle crash forced the closure of a section of Florida’s Turnpike in Orange County. According to FOX 35 Orlando, the incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. near mile marker 257 and involved two tractor-trailers among five vehicles. The Florida Highway Patrol reported that fuel spilled onto...
‘Dogs are family:’ Video shows Sanford police rescue husky from burning home
SANFORD, Fla. – New video from the Sanford Police Department shows first responders save a family dog from a house fire. All adults and children had been safely evacuated from the burning home early Tuesday on Appaloosa Court, but Sanford police learned upon reaching the scene that the family dog, a husky, was still...
New Entertainment and Shopping Experiences Await Local Residents at The Florida Mall
The Florida Mall in Orlando is a shopping center that offers a range of retail, entertainment, and attractions. Influencer Josh Easterling recently visited the mall and noted its variety of experiences for both local residents and tourists. The mall features the GATCHA Clawcade, an arcade with claw machines that...
White Castle Breaks Ground in Kissimmee Making it the Third Location in Central Florida
On Tuesday, Dec. 2, construction crews and local officials marked the groundbreaking for the soon-to-open White Castle restaurant in Kissimmee, located at 5828 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway (Route 192) at Holiday Trail, near the Old Town Entertainment District. According to the announcement, the new Castle will...
Orlando Hosts First Florida Black Lawyers Summit, Bringing Together Legal Community and Local Leaders
On November 14, 2024, the first Florida Black Lawyers Summit & Judicial Reception took place in Orlando. The event was organized by the Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association (VHFCNBA) and 14 other voluntary bar associations from Florida. More than 300 judges, attorneys, and law students attended at...
Oviedo blocks townhomes in effort to prevent piecemeal development
What was described as a “glitch ordinance” prompted an unexpected decision by the Oviedo City Council Monday night to prevent piecemeal townhome development in certain existing Oviedo neighborhoods. Teresa Correa, Oviedo’s development services director, said the “glitch ordinance,” part of a presentation on city’s...
