Passengers handed to Border Patrol after fleeing Florida Turnpike traffic stop
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A traffic stop along the Florida Turnpike on Tuesday morning ended with six passengers running away, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. In a release, an FHP spokeswoman said the incident happened at mile marker 267 in Ocoee after 7 a.m., when a trooper spotted a pickup truck pulling a...
Downtown Arts District opens CityArts Café this week
Arts and culture hub Downtown Arts District opens a new café this week that's set to fuel Orlando while supporting local artists. The post Downtown Arts District opens CityArts Café this week appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
Veteran volunteers at VA nursing home, providing games and activities for patients
ORLANDO, Fla. — United States Air Force veteran Jeremy Lam loves to volunteer. He spends a lot of his time helping people at several organizations. He is a recipient of veterans' services but says he believes in giving back by volunteering to help veterans just like himself. One place...
11 All You Can Eat Seafood Buffets In America That Are Absolutely Worth Traveling...
America is a treasure trove for seafood enthusiasts, with a plethora of buffets offering unlimited decadent delights. From coastal towns to vibrant cities, these spots promise a feast for the senses. Here are 11 seafood buffets that are undoubtedly worth the travel. Boston Lobster Feast, Orlando. In the heart of...
$5K reward offered months after 10-year-old girl vanishes from Florida Mall
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. – A $5,000 reward is now being offered in the disappearance of a Florida girl whose mother was arrested last week, according to Broward Crime Stoppers. In a release, investigators said they are searching for information about the disappearance of 10-year-old Gabrielle Terrelonge. Terrelonge was...
Florida parents arrested after twin boys shot inside home, deputies say
Twin 4-year-old boys were critically shot inside their Orlando-area home, and their parents were arrested on child neglect and firearm charges, deputies said.
FIREWORK ALERT: Expect Late-Night Booms from Area Fireworks Tonight
A community notice has been shared advising nearby residents to expect late-night fireworks activity tonight due to multiple displays taking place in the area. The announcement included an apology for potential noise but did not specify an exact start or end time, noting only that activity will occur late into the...
3 Teens Dead and 3 More Injured When Truck Hits Tree and Flips After...
Three teenagers lost their lives and three others were injured after an early-morning rollover crash in Apopka, Florida. According to NBC affiliate WESH and FOX affiliate WOFL, the Florida Highway Patrol reported that a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling eastbound on Welch Road shortly after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday,...
‘Y’all think I’m playing:’ Student threatens to blow up Sanford high school, police say
SANFORD, Fla. – A 20-year-old man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening to blow up Elevation High School last week, according to the Sanford Police Department. In an arrest report, police said a student reported that a “man outside of the school with a red hoodie” had stated he was going to shoot up the...
Cold snap reaches Orlando tourist district
Central Florida is bracing for likely record-breaking cold weather Monday night into Tuesday morning. Tourists on International Drive said they were caught by surprise. Some of them bought new cold-weather gear to stay warm.
