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Burglary Suspects from Orange and Osceola Counties Arrested in Polk County
Three burglary suspects from Orange County and Osceola County were arrested in Polk County. Multiple car burglaries occurred at the Champions Vue apartments in the Four Corners area of Davenport. When deputies arrived at the scene, the suspects took off running. Additional deputies responded, along with K9 Units. After a...
Tampa Police Officer Relieved of Duty Following Arrest in Central Florida
An officer of the Tampa Police Department has been placed on administrative leave following an arrest for Battery Domestic Violence in Central Florida. Cornelius Young was arrested this month in an off-duty incident at Cortaro Drive in Sun City, following a reported verbal argument with an adult female victim known to him that turned physical. According to law enforcement, the victim sustained minor injuries as a result of the altercation.
How do you keep safe from lightning during Tampa Bay’s thunderstorms?
Thunderstorms roll through Tampa Bay during summer months like clockwork: Sometime usually between 4 and 7 p.m., dark clouds form, rain pours down, thunder claps — and lightning strikes. Florida sees millions of strikes a year. On Thursday evening, four teens were struck by lightning while standing under a...
Four-star 2026 safety Jamarrion Gordon flips commitment from Alabama football to UCF
Four-star class of 2026 safety Jamarrion Gordon has flipped his commitment from Alabama football to UCF, Gordon told On3 on Friday. Gordon had been committed to Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide since May and was the first commitment in its 2026 class. The 5-foot-11, 185-pound Jackson, Alabama native is tabbed as the No. 10 prospect in Alabama within the 2026 class and the No. 20 safety in the cycle per the 247Sports Composite. Nationally, Gordon ranks...
Orlando weather: Shower and storm chances higher this weekend
ORLANDO, Fla. - TONIGHT: Scattered storms continuing to pop up East of I-4 and up I-95 before quieting down later on tonight. Main threats are gusty winds, heavy downpours and frequent lightning. This is due to the Western Seabreeze pushing storms into east-central Florida this weekend through the afternoon and evening.
Florida residents can make unlimited visits to Universal Orlando with new ticket deal
ORLANDO, Fla. – A new Universal Orlando ticket deal for Florida residents is giving unlimited visits to both theme parks through the end of the year. Universal Orlando Resort announced the “Florida Unlimited Days Ticket” that will let guests visit Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios through Dec. 18.
Local restaurant group expands with upscale Japanese tapas concept
The first of three Oza Izakaya restaurants has opened in the Williamsburg Downs shopping plaza not far from SeaWorld Orlando, and restauranteur Tim Liu, the name behind Oza and other eateries such as Mikado Sushi in MetroWest and Boku Sushi & Grill in Maitland, is ready for more.
Florida mom accused of DUI, neglect after leaving child behind in crashed car, police say
ORLANDO, Fla. - A young mother is behind bars after police say she was driving drunk when she crashed her car with her child in the backseat. Authorities report that she did not attempt to rescue her child from the wrecked vehicle. Josefina Lopez, 21, is facing charges after Clermont...
Bird re-signs with Solar Bears
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Solar Bears, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Tampa Bay Lightning, announced the team has agreed to terms on a contract with veteran forward Tyler Bird for the 2024-25 season. Bird returns for his sixth season with the Solar Bears after earning...
Summer Cup 101: Orlando Pride compete in first-ever NWSL x Liga MX Femenil competition
ORLANDO, Fla. (July 25, 2024) — With the Paris 2024 Olympics underway, the National Women's Soccer League will take a break from regular season play to host an international tournament, featuring clubs from Mexico's Liga MX. The Pride started the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup last weekend on the road and will host their first home game of the tournament this Saturday.
UCF Rowing Alums Shine at 2024 Paris Olympics: Poulsen in Women’s Four, Senkute in Single Sculls
UCF Rowing alumni, Poulsen and Senkute, along with a former UCF women's soccer player, are making their Olympic debuts in Paris, marking a significant moment for the university's athletic legacy. Julie Poulsen helped the UCF rowing team secure three AAC titles and earned CRCA All-American honors. Viktorija Senkute contributed to...
CareerSource Central Florida helps veterans transition to civilian life and find employment
ORLANDO, Fla. – National Hire a Veteran Day, observed annually on July 25, serves as a poignant reminder to employers nationwide to prioritize hiring individuals who have bravely served our country. Returning to civilian life and finding a fulfilling job can be challenging for veterans like Jacquelise Etienne. She...
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