Residency Ruckus: Seminole Commissioner Hit With Anonymous Complaint
Seminole County Commissioner Jay Zembower is under review after an anonymous tipster told the county clerk's fraud, waste, and abuse hotline that he does not live in the district he represents. The county's Division of Inspector General is reviewing the complaint and will send any findings to the appropriate...
Jeff’s Bagel Run Powers Ahead with 24 New Franchise Awards Across Five Markets
A Turbocharged Trajectory from Kitchen to Coastline (Image Credits: Unsplash) Orlando, Florida – Jeff’s Bagel Run revealed plans for substantial growth by awarding 24 new franchise units in five strategic markets, underscoring the brand’s surging popularity nationwide.[1] A Turbocharged Trajectory from Kitchen to...
Orange County crews battle large scrap-metal fire
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Heavy smoke filled the area near the intersection of West Landstreet and Sidney Hayes Road on Monday as crews responded to a large scrap-metal fire. Fire officials said crews, including a drone team, were on scene working the fire, which involved a 50-by-50 pile of scrap metal, and firefighters...
Judge denies new trial for Florida death row inmate Tommy Zeigler
A judge has denied a request for a new trial from a Florida death row inmate convicted in a 1975 quadruple killing in Winter Garden.
Corrections Officer Killed in Motorcycle Crash With Drunk, Unlicensed Driver
Friends, family members and members of the local riding community are mourning the loss of Donald King, a man many described as loyal, generous and deeply devoted to those around him. Donald, who was an employee at Dirty South Saloon and known throughout the motorcycle community, died from injuries sustained...
Orlando Residents Blindsided by Revival of Long-Dormant Mortgage Debts
One Orlando family was going about normal life in early March when a letter dropped onto the kitchen table and rewrote their month. A company they had never heard of was suddenly demanding roughly $147,000 on a second mortgage from the mid-2000s. The bill showed up more than a decade after the family’s first loan was...
Orange County leaders unanimously approve resolution opposing proposed ICE facility
Bolstered by a show of public support, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday that voices opposition to the conversion of any industrial warehouse in Orange County into a federal immigrant detention center. The resolution comes in response to reports that U.S....
Fla. Mother and Daughter Went to Universal CityWalk. When Girl Wanted to Return to...
Amanda Thorpe, 33, of Florida, is accused of child neglect after authorities allege she left her daughter at a Universal CityWalk bar
Iran war impacts travel costs in Central Florida, preserving Eatonville cemetery and water conservation...
Good morning, Central Florida. Here's what you need to know today. Record highs will be rivaled again on Tuesday with highs pressure in control, supplying Central Florida with plenty of sun as readings climb to the upper 80s to near 90 degrees. While a low 10% rain chance will appear in the forecast for a spotty late...
Apopka Man Accused Of Killing Dog Lotus, Burying Her In Yard
A disturbing animal cruelty case out of Apopka centers on a man accused of killing and burying his dog, Lotus. The alleged killing happened Jan. 21, but the case only began to move forward this week after an anonymous tip sent officers to the property. Investigation details. Orange County Animal...

















