Orange County leaders want to roll out new rules for e-scooters and e-bikes
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orange County School Board and Orange County Commissioners are working to put safety rules on the books as more people use electric bikes and electric scooters. They say there are too many accidents with no formal safety or enforcement rules in Orange County. Orange County...
Man arrested after running from Osceola deputies, hiding under mobile home for nearly 14...
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – A man was arrested Sunday after an hourslong standoff with deputies at a Kissimmee mobile home, authorities said. The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded at about 1:15 a.m. to a criminal mischief complaint near Biscayne Road and Seville Drive. While investigating, deputies...
Man accused of shooting, killing man in girlfriend’s apartment
Jon Fuller, 31, is facing homicide charges after officials said he shot a man in his girlfriend's apartment after accusing his girlfriend of cheating on him. Fuller entered a not guilty plea on Dec. 2 and is being held without bond.
‘Bluey’ coming to Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, Disneyland in 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. — Disney park guests will soon be able to step into the world of “Bluey” at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, officials announced Tuesday. Bluey and her younger sister, Bingo, will be at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom in summer 2026. Guests can meet the duo at Conservation Station where they...
St. Port Lucie officer shot, in ‘critical’ condition
Sergeant Erik LeVasseur – who's been with the Port St. Lucie Police Department for 25 years – was shot on Dec. 1 when he responded to a disturbance call in the area of Tradition Parkway and Gatlin Boulevard. Sgt. LeVasseur was responding to a disturbance call when he was shot, the department said. He's currently in...
The official Barbie Truck motors into Orlando this weekend
The Barbie Sports Club Truck is on tour (again) and headed to Orlando, bringing a trunk full of exclusive swag to Waterford Lakes The post The official Barbie Truck motors into Orlando this weekend appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
Daughters of Ruth launches holiday drive to support Apopka’s homeless
Shirley Renee Wiggs created the Daughters of Ruth to honor her mother’s legacy of compassion and to serve people experiencing homelessness. Throughout 2025, the organization has hosted major community events, including a Women’s Day Brunch and the Bounty of Blankets drive. Their latest effort, the Gifts From St. Nick...
A ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ burlesque show takes over Conduit
In typical burlesque manner, this Cherry Bonbon Productions parody of the franchise will bring on costumes, plot twists and scantily clad dancers. The post A ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ burlesque show takes over Conduit appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
Understanding Toll Charges: Sunpass vs Epass Confusion
A social media user recently shared their confusion and frustration over an unexpected toll charge. Despite having a Sunpass, which is supposed to automatically pay tolls, they found themselves facing a bill of $216.99 for tolls owed to Epass. The user was left puzzled as to why they were charged by Epass when they...
U.S. Secret Service targets card skimmers in Orlando stores
SANFORD, Fla. - United States Secret Service members were in Central Florida to investigate the illegal act of capturing and recording card data – known as "skimming." The U.S. Secret Service – along with the Orlando Field Office and local law enforcement – conducted an operation on Dec. 2 to remove skimming devices....
