Global Pet Expo draws animal influencers to Orlando
The Global Pet Expo at the Orange County Convention Center attracted animal influencers from across the country to Orlando. From viral pups to pampered kitties, these famous four-legged friends got to test the latest in pet tech and luxury fashion. The 407's Lauren Margolis gives us the scoop at a dog ice cream bar...
Universal Files Permit for New Building at Wizarding World in Epic Universe
Universal Orlando Resort filed a new permit for construction of a pre-engineered building at Epic Universe, likely in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Permit B26901776 calls for “PEMB Construction” at 1001 Epic Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819. It was filed by Baker Barrios Architects Inc. on behalf of Universal Orlando,...
Orange County leaders back firefighters union in contract proposals
After over a year of negotiations, Orange County commissioners sided with the local firefighters union Tuesday on contract proposals that will deliver double-digit percentage raises for Orange County firefighters, bringing them closer to the salary levels of their peers in other local municipal fire departments. The...
Haunted Orlando: Why We Love Ghost Stories
ORLANDO — You don’t have to be a resident of Orlando to appreciate author Joshua Ginsberg’s non-fiction book Haunted Orlando, although the City Beautiful’s reputation as one of the nation’s most beloved tourism hotspots should give this engaging work the potential for a much wider audience than, say, a book titled...
Social media star ‘Clavicular’ arrested after allegedly instigating fight at Kissimmee Airbnb
Deputies in Osceola County said a popular social star was arrested after an incident at an Airbnb near Kissimmee.
‘Don’t feed the swans’: Orlando implements policy against feeding Lake Eola wildlife
The city of Orlando has implemented a "no-feeding" policy for the swans at Lake Eola. The public is no longer allowed to feed the birds and all coin-operated, public bird feeders have been removed. The change comes after dozens of swans died from an avian flu outbreak.
UCF students help NASA with plans to return to the moon
OVIEDO, Fla. — Artemis II sets the stage for future Artemis missions, when astronauts will once again set foot on the moon. Besides this launch, there are several more things that need to be done on Earth to get humans to the moon. A lot of that work is...
Puerto Rican Pride To Flood Downtown Orlando For 10th Anniversary Parade
Puerto Rican flags will be flying high over downtown Orlando on April 25 when the Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival returns for its 10th anniversary. The milestone celebration pairs a traditional street parade with a family-friendly festival packed with food, live music, and artisan vendors. Organizers say the...
Rialto Apartments to talk lease terminations with Orange County residents after building evacuation
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The management company for the Orange County apartment complex that was evacuated last week for structural issues has told residents that they will be sharing information on lease terminations. Residents at The Rialto apartments in Dr. Phillips received a letter from the management company on...
Pet Alliance Sets Grand Opening Celebration Of New Life-Saving Orlando Shelter On Saturday, March...
Pet Alliance, Central Florida’s “go-to” pet experts, will host the highly awaited grand opening of their beautiful new Orlando shelter on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Pet Alliance will hold a special ribbon cutting at 10am, followed by the official grand opening “pawty” to the public at Noon – with live DJ entertainment...

















