Longwood Nursing School Flunks Exams, But State Lets It Keep Cashing Tuition Checks
State regulators have given Riggs College of Allied Health in Longwood a cautious green light to keep enrolling new nursing students this month, even as the program sits on a probationary license and struggles with weak licensure exam results. The state panel put a lid on how many newcomers the school can take but stop
Heat Index Hitting 100°+ Statewide Across Florida With Panhandle Approaching 110° and Central Florida...
FLORIDA — A dangerous heat index event is unfolding across Florida this Saturday, June 13, with the NOAA HRRR model valid at 3:00 PM EDT showing heat index values of 100°F or higher across virtually the entire state. Several spots are approaching the mid-100s, with the Panhandle running as high as 109°F and central Flo
Florida Dementia Killing Case Exposes a Dark Question Families Hate to Ask
An Orlando murder case is forcing a painful conversation far beyond one quiet Florida neighborhood....
FBI agent in charge of Pulse investigation reflects a decade later
ORLANDO, Fla. — Hundreds of law enforcement officials from across Central Florida and across the state and country responded to help during and following the Pulse nightclub shooting 10 years ago. At that time, current Seminole County Undersheriff Ron Hopper was FBI Special Agent in Charge and responded to...
This Massive Florida Flea Market Features More Than 200 Vendors And Food Trucks
Tucked along the busy stretch of West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee, Florida, Visitors Flea Market is one of the most exciting shopping and dining destinations in the Orlando area. With over 200 vendors and a buzzing food truck court, this place has something for everyone — whether you love hunting for dea
Impaired Kissimmee driver led RV pursuit, hit vehicles before crashing into tree, deputies say
A Kissimmee man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after deputies say he led law enforcement on a dangerous pursuit Friday night while driving an RV under the influence, striking other vehicles and injuring occupants before crashing into a tree. According to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, a deputy.
As Florida Property Tax Relief Heads To Voters, Orange County Seeks Feedback On Proposed...
Orange County residents will have an opportunity to learn more about a proposed stormwater utility fee during an upcoming community meeting in District 1, as Florida voters prepare to consider a separate statewide property tax relief measure later this year. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from..
Thunderstorms, Heavy Downpours, Strong Wind Gusts For Central Florida
ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts scattered to numerous showers and storms across east central Florida on this warm and muggy Saturday, June 13, 2026. Slow-moving storms could produce localized heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and strong wind gusts. NWS Melbourne Today’s Storm Ou
Rideshare Driver Arrested during Central Florida Traffic Stop
A rideshare driver was arrested during a Central Florida traffic stop, with customers in the back seat of his car. The post Rideshare Driver Arrested during Central Florida Traffic Stop appeared first on West Orlando News .
ATTENTION DRIVERS: Overnight Closures of Both Eastbound I-4 Entrance Ramps from Apopka-Vineland Road June...
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will implement overnight closures of both eastbound Interstate 4 (I-4) entrance ramps from Apopka-Vineland Road (State Road (S.R.) 535) on Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16. The closures will begin as early as 10 p.m. each night and are expected to end by 6 a.m. the f
