Fast thinking from Troopers saves possible kidnapping victim, according to FHP
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Quick thinking by state troopers may have saved a kidnapping victim last Wednesday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say they received a BOLO (be on the lookout) alert for a white truck that investigators believe was involved in a kidnapping out of Orange County.
Saharan Dust Florida: Massive dust plume to trigger hazy skies, lower air quality in...
A FOX 35 Storm Team Alert remains in place for Sunday as a shifting weather pattern brings a 60% chance of severe afternoon thunderstorms to metro Orlando between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. While a thick, incoming layer of Saharan dust will create vibrant sunsets, it will also lower regional...
Florida Candidates Clash Over Teacher Pay And Vouchers
Florida’s race for governor turned straight into an education slugfest Friday in Orlando, as candidates clashed over how much to pay teachers and how far the state should go with private-school vouchers. Onstage at a statewide PTA gathering, would-be governors rolled out competing plans to raise salaries, rework testin
Roach Activity, Unsafe Food Temps Found at Lake County, Florida, Salt Shack On The...
Roach issues and incorrect raw meat storage were found at Salt Shack On The Lake in Clermont in Lake County, Florida, during a July 7, 2026, complaint-driven inspection that cited 24 violations — including unsafe food temperatures and a dishmachine with zero sanitizer. The Florida Department of Business and Professiona
Maitland Man Jailed After Alleged Hotel Brawl With Polk County Deputies
Martin Anthony Link POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A Maitland man faces multiple felony charges after...
Fentanyl Dealer Indicted for Murder after Central Florida Overdose
A fentanyl dealer was indicted for murder after a Central Florida overdose. The post Fentanyl Dealer Indicted for Murder after Central Florida Overdose appeared first on West Orlando News .
NEWS: Disney Wins Tax Lawsuit Against Orange County
While we always make sure to keep you informed of Disney World news, that often means new snacks, new movies, or new rides in the parks. However, sometimes it means discussing taxes. Which is exactly what we will be doing today. Disney has recently been filing many property tax lawsuits;...
Child hospitalized after Orange County drowning call, officials say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla - A child was transported to local hospital after a drowning call in Orange County on Saturday, according to officials with Orange County Fire Rescue. Units were called out to the 3900 block of Macdonough Avenue just before 3 p.m. in reference to a child drowning. Orange...
At least 10 people lose their homes after apartment fire: Orlando Fire Department
ORLANDO, Fla. - An afternoon fire that broke out inside a second floor apartment Friday has resulted in at least 10 people losing their homes inside a Rio Grande Avenue apartment building, according to an Orlando Fire Department spokesman. Information provided in an Orlando Fire press release says the fire...
Heat Advisory, Severe Thunderstorms For Central Florida
ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts above normal heat continuing across East Central Florida today, with a Heat Advisory in effect for all of East Central Florida. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) of severe thunderstorms across the...
