Orlando Braces For Blustery Weekend As Storms Roll In
Orlando wakes up under a blanket of clouds this morning with temperatures hovering near 70°F, and the stage is already set for a warm, unsettled weekend. Expect a high close to 80°F today, with scattered showers and a shot at thunderstorms through the midday hours and the afternoon commute. East-northeast winds will...
Man Sentenced for Shooting Victim Multiple Times in Driveway in Central Florida
A man was sentenced for shooting his victim multiple times in a driveway in Central Florida. The post Man Sentenced for Shooting Victim Multiple Times in Driveway in Central Florida appeared first on West Orlando News .
12 Florida Food Trucks That Outshine Plenty Of Sit-Down Places
Florida is home to some seriously amazing food trucks, and many of them are giving traditional restaurants a real run for their money. From Korean street food in Orlando to loaded mac and cheese in Miami, these rolling kitchens pack big flavors without the fancy price tag. Whether you are...
One person dead after vehicle strikes tree, catches fire in Florida
FLORIDA — A driver was killed early Sunday after a car ran off the road, struck a tree and caught fire near Walt Disney World, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash occurred around 1:22 a.m. at the intersection of Epcot Center Drive and Overpass Road in Orange County. Investigators said a...
Orlando Health adds 3 orthopedic surgeons
Orlando (Fla.) Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute has added three new surgeons, according to a March 12 report from Orange Observer. Kevin Cox, MD, Jose Torres, MD, and Jacob Cox, MD, have partnered to join Orlando Health. Dr. Kevin Cox and Dr. Torres have previously held leadership roles at Orlando Health...
Ocoee goes green with St. Patrick’s Day Block Party
It will be easy being green tonight in Ocoee. The city of Ocoee will host its St. Patrick’s Day Block Party from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 13, in downtown Ocoee. Kick off St. Paddy's Day weekend at this party, which will feature games, rides, live Irish music, food trucks and fun contests.
Five-Day Golden Oak Mansion Sale Jolts Disney’s High-End Enclave
A Golden Oak home at 9742 Earle Court changed hands in early December after just five days on the market, a blink-and-you-missed-it turnaround for Walt Disney World's gated neighborhood. The speedy deal points to renewed demand for Disney‑adjacent, move‑in‑ready luxury in Orlando, especially among buyers chasing...
ADHD medication shortage cannot keep up with students’ needs, Student Health Services says
Students may face difficulty getting prescription medication for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder at the pharmacy on campus, as Student Health Services at UCF is experiencing a shortage. SHS posted an alert on its website about a shortage of ADHD medication in the pharmacy, which could affect students who...
OUC Safety Failures After Downtown Substation Explosion
A newly released investigation points to internal failures, outdated procedures, and patchy training after an arc‑flash explosion at an Orlando Utilities Commission substation last August injured three workers, leaving one with permanent injuries. The blast hit during routine maintenance on four capacitor banks at...
Illegal immigrant caught selling “ICE immunity” IDs from fake DHS branch
A 50-year-old Brazilian national faces federal charges for allegedly running a fake government agency out of Florida. Mario Cesar Dos Santos Jr. was indicted in federal court in Ocala for fraudulent use of government seals. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announced the charges. Dos Santos allegedly created the...
