8 Central Florida restaurants and a food truck shut down last week
Nine Central Florida restaurants shut down the week of March 2-8, according to data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Orange Juicy Pot at 5206 W. Colonial Dr. in Orlando shut down on March 3. Inspectors found 11 violations, three of which were high priorities. Those violations...
Felon Sentenced to 12½ Years for Possessing Ammunition
James Patrick Sychowski, 48, of Tarpon Springs, was sentenced to 12 ½ years in federal prison for possessing ammunition as a convicted felon, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida announced today.
Florida students may have to learn these subjects if lawmakers get their way
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – With the latest Legislative session underway, Florida lawmakers are already hashing it out over different bills to determine what legislation will become Florida law. As part of the kerfuffle, a couple of these bills aim to bring required topics into the classroom. House Bill 921 is...
Florida Gets New Location Of 5-Star Pizzeria Said To Be “Best” In US And...
There is no shortage of places to get pizza in Florida. You can opt for a large chain or you can choose an independent pizzeria, depending on your preferences. One pizzeria that has been rated both the best in the nation and the best in the state has expanded in Florida with a new location - Mister 01 Extraordinary...
Battle Against Illegal Muffler Modifications: Floridians Demand Enforcement of Noise Ordinances
Wilton Manors Community Exhausted by Noise Pollution; Officials Pass Responsibility Amid Federal and State Laws. Fla. News Network— A wave of exasperation is sweeping through Florida communities as residents, plagued by the incessant roar of illegally modified vehicle mufflers, find themselves caught in a...
Florida Snowbirds from Canada will be subject to new federal rules
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Canadians who visit Florida and stay for long periods of time will soon have to deal with new immigration requirements. Approximately one million Canadian snowbirds flock to the U.S. annually. The Sunshine State is their favorite destination. The rules for them are about to be tightened.
Woman recalls terrifying moments as tornado hit Longwood
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner speaks with a homeowner who recalls the terrifying moments before an EF2 tornado struck her Longwood neighborhood.
UCF Suspends Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon Fraternities Amid Felony Hazing Investigations
Hazing allegations have led the University of Central Florida to suspend two fraternities, Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon, pending further investigation into activities that may have put students in danger. As reported by ClickOrlando, the fraternities are accused of engaging in "dangerous and degrading" behaviors that...
Alleged congressional campaign worker in Florida accused of stealing a child’s bicycle
ORLANDO, Fla. - A 35-year-old Orlando resident who was allegedly campaigning for a congressional candidate was arrested on Friday, accused of stealing a child’s bicycle. ‘This is a perfect example of a crime of opportunity'. What we know:. Arlecia Darnae Brown, 35, of Orlando, was arrested on Friday in...
FL: WOMAN FEARED FOR HER LIFE IN CAR DURING TORNADO
Jeanicmar Rangel captured the terrifying moments from her car as an EF2 tornado struck in Longwood. COPYRIGHT 2025 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.