Orlando sets aside money for SunRail expansion projects
ORLANDO, Fla. - The City of Orlando set aside $100 million to put toward SunRail expansion. The system running from DeLand to Poinciana plans future expansion to include service to the Orange County Convention Center, Disney Springs and Orlando International Airport. A previously reported cost estimate is roughly $4...
Audit: Parking garage worker allegedly used own credit card device to steal $57,000 in...
An employee at a parking garage for the Orange County Convention Center was allegedly able to secretly take $57,000 in parking fees. The employee allegedly brought her own credit card reader, the report said. It was only discovered during a follow-up audit and after cameras were installed in the parking...
SNAP shutdown stretches into second week, impacting Central Florida families
ORLANDO, Fla. – As Thanksgiving approaches, thousands of Central Florida families are bracing for the holiday with empty cupboards and little hope for relief, as the federal government’s shutdown of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits stretches into a second week, leaving many anxious and local...
Debate Over Proposed State Road 534 Toll Road Heats Up in Central Florida Amid...
As congestion continues to choke the roads of southeast Orange and northeast Osceola counties, a proposed solution—the 14-mile State Road 534 toll road—spurs heated debate among community members and local officials. The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) has been pushing forward the project, which promises...
Florida’s new ‘Super Speeder’ law sees drivers face jail time
The "Super Speeder" law makes driving over 50 mph above the posted speed limit or faster than 100 mph an arrestable offense
Kissimmee Police Unveil New Online Reporting System For Non-Emergencies
KISSIMMEE, Fla. – The Kissimmee Police Department (KPD) is modernizing how residents and businesses interact with law enforcement with the launch of its new Online Reporting System. This digital platform is designed to offer a faster and more convenient way for the community to file reports for certain non-emergency...
Orlando Area Caterpillars: From Beautiful Monarchs to Stinging Puss Moths
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Orlando’s warm climate and diverse plant life create perfect conditions for an incredible variety of caterpillars throughout the… This article, Orlando Area Caterpillars: From Beautiful Monarchs to Stinging Puss Moths , appeared first on...
Orlando native plays young Glinda in Wicked: For Good
Meet Scarlett Spears, the actress playing young Glinda in Wicked: For Good. She talks about her amazing experience working with stars, her audition process and her favorite Orlando spots. The new movie is out November 21.
New Hello Kitty Car Popcorn Bucket Drives Into Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort has a new Hello Kitty popcorn bucket depicting the character driving a car. The bucket is available at Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. The plastic bucket is shaped like a car with Hello Kitty behind the wheel. She’s wearing a red overall dress, blue top, and her classic red bow.
Vicky Bakery’s pumpkin-inspired flan and pastelitos
ORLANDO, Fla. — The flavors of Cuba and South Florida are now in Central Florida, thanks to Vicky Bakery. Located off Semoran Boulevard in Orlando, franchisee Dione Brady is bringing her Cuban heritage to locals and tourists. Her passion spawned from her memories of visiting bakeries with her grandparents.

















