Death of man on Universal Studios in Orlando roller coaster ruled an accident, officials...
The death of a 32-year-old man after riding a high-speed roller coaster at Universal Studios has been ruled accidental.
FHP continues to investigate Orange County hit-and-run crash that killed Leesburg man
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla.—The car believed to be involved in an Orange County hit-and-crash that killed a Leesburg man Monday night is in the custody of the Florida Highway Patrol, troopers said Saturday. A 36-year-old Orlando man was driving a 2003 Honda Accord eastbound in the center lane of Silver...
Second Harvest food drives throughout Orange County help cover families over holiday break
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – As winter break approaches, many Orange County families are facing a familiar concern: how to put food on the table when school meals stop. For thousands of students, breakfasts and lunches provided at school are a primary source of daily nutrition. To help bridge that gap during the break,...
New Beginnings Opens Homes for Homeless Mothers Ready for a Fresh Start
Just two weeks before Christmas, six brand-new housing units located behind the New Beginnings Thrift Store in Clermont are about to become the starting point for families who need it most. We’re talking homeless mothers and their school-aged children willing to commit to a yearlong program built on faith, education...
Tanishq Opens Stores in Virginia and Orlando, Marking Major U.S. Expansion Milestone
NEW YORK — Dec. 11, 2025 — Tanishq, one of India’s largest and best-known jewelry brands, has expanded its U.S. footprint with the opening of two new stores in Tysons, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida. The locations mark the brand’s eighth and ninth U.S. outlets and signal its accelerating growth strategy in North...
Ex-girlfriend purposely rams ex-beau’s car at night spot in Clermont
A Clermont woman was arrested for twice hitting her ex-boyfriend’s car with her own after a couple arguments in a bar parking lot. An officer responded to The Roasted Spirit, located at 756 W Montrose St., regarding a hit-and-run crash at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, according to an arrest report from the Clermont Police...
Orange County Veterans Share Challenges and Support in Transition to Civilian Life
Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be difficult. Three veterans working with Orange County Veteran Services shared their experiences. Melissa Michaud, a former U.S. Navy sailor, joined the military after meeting ROTC candidates in college. She served for seven years, overcoming a knee injury...
Six Candidates (So Far) Step Up to Replace Demings as Orange County Mayor
Former Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Winter Park is one of the contenders. This story is part of the News Collaborative of Central Florida, a group of 10 local news outlets working towards a more informed and engaged region. It was originally published by VoxPopuli. By Dibya Sarkar, VoxPopuli. Orange County’s...
Florida Middle School Placed On Lockdown After A.I. Mistakes Clarinet For A Gun
Artificial intelligence has been positioned as a potential solution to many of the world’s problems, and some schools have adopted A.I.-powered security systems that are designed to detect weapons. That includes a middle school in Florida that was recently placed on lockdown over a false alarm that was traced back to...
82-Year-Old U.S. Army Veteran Becomes Valencia College’s Oldest Graduate, Continues Educational Pursuit at UCF
Paul Grizelle-Reid is not your average college graduate. At 82, the U.S. Army veteran has been recognized as Valencia College's oldest graduate this year, a feat that's shattering perceptions about the boundaries of age and education. Having moved to Poinciana to help care for his brother with Parkinson's disease,...
