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James Ernest Hitchcock, 70, will be executed by lethal injection Thursday, April 30, for the 1976 murder of his 13-year-old stepniece, Cynthia Driggers, in Winter Garden. Hitchcock had moved to Winter Garden July 1976 to live with his brother as a 20 year old fresh out of an Arkansas prison.

Lake County deputies say two men were arrested after drugs and guns were found at a Leesburg property known as The Carwash.

There are so many amazing places to grab a bite to eat at Disney Springs, from great quick service to fantastic sit-down dining. How do you choose when you have dozens of options?!. Well, all the deals and events at this popular restaurant might bring it to the top of...

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County issued a health alert for blue-green algae toxins in the Northwest Recreation Complex pond. Toxic cyanobacteria in the pond can cause nausea, vomiting, and acute liver failure if ingested, so swimming in and drinking the water are unsafe. DOH-Orange advises against bringing...

FLORIDA — Nine people are facing charges after investigators dismantled a major drug trafficking operation that brought cocaine from Puerto Rico into Central Florida, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation began with a tip and developed into a months-long, multi-agency operation that uncovered large quantities of drugs, cash and firearms. Authorities said […] The post Nine people arrested following large drug...

The Florida High School Athletic Association opens the 2026 state tennis tournament April 27 at three sites across Seminole County near Orlando. Nease won the Class 3A girls championship in 2025. See this year's previews for Northeast Florida boys and girls teams. Boys tennis state championships CLASS 4A When : April 27-29. Where : Sanlando Park, Altamonte Springs. Individual qualifiers : Singles, Tristan Straw (Tocoi Creek...

ORLANDO, Fla. – A growing crisis could soon bring a big change to East Orange County. A vacant lot on Goldenrod Road is now being considered for a new homeless shelter, aimed at helping dozens of people get off the streets and back on their feet. But for neighbors who live right across the street, this plan is hitting close to home. Some say help...

The City of Apopka has begun construction on six new natural grass multipurpose fields at the Northwest Recreation Complex. The fields will be located between Gates 4 and 5 off Appy Lane and are designed to expand capacity for local sports and tournaments. Construction is expected to begin within two weeks and continue through the summer.

Orlando is known for theme parks and sunshine, but locals will tell you the real magic happens slice by slice. The pizza scene here has quietly grown into something seriously impressive, with spots ranging from neighborhood gems to wood-fired showstoppers. Whether you’re a New York purist, a Neapolitan fan, or...

ORLANDO, Fla. - It's a mild and muggier start to our Monday morning across Central Florida with temperatures in the upper 60s and low 70s. By this afternoon, temperatures will be seasonable and near-normal. Plan for highs near the upper 70s at the beaches and low to mid 80s inland.