Family’s Apopka, Ocoee Shops Tagged In Alleged Illegal Pharmacy, Backroom Gambling Ring
Three members of a family that owns La Tienda Guatemala convenience stores in Apopka and Ocoee were arrested this week, with prosecutors accusing them of running an illegal pharmacy operation out front and an unlicensed gambling setup in the back, according to court records. Investigators say months of undercover work
Orange County considering pedicab ordinance updates on I-Drive
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orange County could be making changes to how pedicabs operate along International Drive, one of central Florida’s most popular tourist corridors. County officials are considering updates to an existing ordinance and are looking for public input on how to improve safety, customer satisfaction and the ove
FHP: Bicyclist killed in crash involving Tesla in East Orange County
ORLANDO, Fla. - A bicyclist was killed Wednesday afternoon in a crash involving a Tesla on State Road 50 (East Colonial Drive) in East Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Portions of East Colonial Drive were closed for about three hours as troopers conducted an investigation. The backstory:
Florida woman pleads guilty in mortgage fraud conspiracy
An Orlando woman has pleaded guilty for her role in a mortgage fraud scheme targeting financial institutions, federal prosecutors announced. Kimberly Williams, 44, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud. She faces a maximum penalty of 30 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been set, accord
APD reports six burglary-related incidents during the past week
The Apopka Police Department reported six burglary-related incidents during the week of July 12-18, including three residential burglaries, one commercial burglary, and two vehicle burglaries. The incidents remain under investigation and are subject to change as detectives gather additional information. According to th
SR-46 reopens following deadly crash in Seminole County
Florida Highway Patrol investigates a fatal crash on State Road 46 in Geneva, which blocked traffic until Wednesday morning.
1 dead after pickup truck hits tree, catches fire in Seminole County, FHP says
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - A man died Tuesday night in a crash that shut down State Road 46 in Seminole County for several hours. The crash happened around 10:19 p.m. on SR-46 and County Road 426, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Officials said the man was driving a pickup...
Inside the Viral Mukbang Trend with @mukbangwithKay
We teamed up with top central Florida creator @mukbangwithKay to dive into the internet's favorite food phenomenon. Plus, we put our appetites to the test with a massive taste-test featuring local favorites Sus Hi Eatstation and JAM Hot Chicken.
12 Florida Wing Joints That Turned An Ordinary August Meal Into A Summer Highlight
The sound of a crispy wing breaking apart can be just as satisfying as the first taste. Add a cold drink, a table covered with sauce-streaked napkins, and the easy rhythm of a Florida August evening, and an ordinary meal suddenly feels like one you’ll remember long after summer ends.
1 dead, several injured in multi-vehicle crash in Ocoee, police say
OCOEE, Fla. - One person was killed, and at least seven others were injured in a four-vehicle crash on Tuesday night in Ocoee, authorities said. The crash occurred near the intersection of North Clarke Road and A.D. Mims Road. A woman driving one of the vehicles died at the scene....

















