CENTRAL FLORIDA NEWS
‘The Notebook The Musical’ making stop in Orlando
Read full article: ‘The Notebook The Musical’ making stop in OrlandoA new musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' 'The Notebook' is coming to Orlando, telling the story of Allie and Noah, lovers from different backgrounds who overcome obstacles to reunite.
Steamy, stormy pattern to start the week in Central Florida. Here’s what to expect
Read full article: Steamy, stormy pattern to start the week in Central Florida. Here’s what to expectStorm chances are ramping up across Central Florida to start the week, with multiple rounds of scattered storms expected each afternoon. Some of these storms could turn strong, bringing gusty winds, hail, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning.
Speeders in Titusville school zones to be fined $100 come Monday
Read full article: Speeders in Titusville school zones to be fined $100 come MondayIn Titusville, a 60-day warning period for those speeding in a school zone during school hours is coming to an end next week. Police have been using cameras to catch drivers with a heavy foot.
Publix is selling rare plants for a limited time in these Florida cities
Read full article: Publix is selling rare plants for a limited time in these Florida citiesPublix is offering rare plants at select stores in Florida for a limited time this month, according to the Florida-native grocery chain.
Dogs vs. sea turtles: Satellite Beach temporarily bans dogs on beaches pending board review
Read full article: Dogs vs. sea turtles: Satellite Beach temporarily bans dogs on beaches pending board reviewFor the first time in nearly 70 years, Satellite Beach may allow dogs on the beach permanently during limited hours. However, that’s being met with concern.
Florida gas prices surge again—here are 3 apps that can help you save at the pump
Read full article: Florida gas prices surge again—here are 3 apps that can help you save at the pumpAAA says gas prices spiked another 31 cents this week, pushing the statewide average to $4.46 a gallon. In Flagler County, it’s even higher at $4.54.
Palm Coast woman accused of abandoning children at hospital, deputies find dozens of animals at home
Read full article: Palm Coast woman accused of abandoning children at hospital, deputies find dozens of animals at homeA Palm Coast woman is accused of abandoning her three children at a hospital — allegedly angry over a dead dog — while deputies say more than 40 animals were living in squalid conditions at her home.
Atlanta man arrested after fire at Sanford Buddhist temple, multi-county chase
Read full article: Atlanta man arrested after fire at Sanford Buddhist temple, multi-county chaseAn Atlanta man is facing arson and burglary charges in connection to a fire at Wat Navaram Buddhist Temple in Sanford and led officers on a multi-county chase before being arrested.
Central Florida man ‘exposed his genitals’ at Chick-fil-A drive thru, deputies say
Read full article: Central Florida man ‘exposed his genitals’ at Chick-fil-A drive thru, deputies sayA Palm Coast man was arrested after being accused of exposing himself to a minor at a fast-food drive thru last week, deputies announced.
Flagler County deputy in hot water after 11-year-old grazed by bullet
Read full article: Flagler County deputy in hot water after 11-year-old grazed by bulletA Flagler County deputy has been released from his law enforcement duties after grazing an 11-year-old boy with a stray bullet last year, according to the sheriff’s office.
Palm Coast woman denied bond after murder charge upgrade in infant death case
Read full article: Palm Coast woman denied bond after murder charge upgrade in infant death caseA Palm Coast woman accused of giving birth at home, watching her newborn die and burying the infant in her backyard was denied bond Tuesday after her charges were upgraded to first-degree murder.
Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central Florida
Read full article: Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central FloridaAfter recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.
Lake County woman accused of animal cruelty after 31 emaciated cows are found
Read full article: Lake County woman accused of animal cruelty after 31 emaciated cows are foundA Lake County woman was arrested after Lake County detectives found 31 emaciated cows on a property in Tavares. According to a probable cause affidavit, 31 zebu-style cattle were found in “extremely poor body condition, with prominent ribs, spine, and pelvic bones clearly visible, consistent with severe emaciation.”
‘The Notebook The Musical’ making stop in Orlando
Read full article: ‘The Notebook The Musical’ making stop in OrlandoA new musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' 'The Notebook' is coming to Orlando, telling the story of Allie and Noah, lovers from different backgrounds who overcome obstacles to reunite.
Rolling Loud hits Camping World Stadium for the first time—and traffic, heat hit back
Read full article: Rolling Loud hits Camping World Stadium for the first time—and traffic, heat hit backRolling Loud’s first year at Camping World Stadium is drawing massive crowds and “electric” energy, while organizers and law enforcement urge fans to stay safe amid extreme heat and congested roads.
Florida man nabbed during Hawaiian vacation over ‘Orlando World Live’ scheme
Read full article: Florida man nabbed during Hawaiian vacation over ‘Orlando World Live’ schemeAn Orlando man was arrested during a trip to Hawaii as part of a fraud bust this week, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.
Cyberattack affecting local Florida schools, universities
Read full article: Cyberattack affecting local Florida schools, universitiesA cyberattack is disrupting the online learning platform Canvas, affecting thousands of schools in Florida and around the world as students prepare for finals.
🤸♀️Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Drawn to Life’ blends Disney animation, jaw-dropping acrobatics
Read full article: 🤸♀️Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Drawn to Life’ blends Disney animation, jaw-dropping acrobaticsStep into Disney animation, then watch it take flight. Cirque du Soleil’s Drawn to Life at Disney Springs mixes big feelings, big stunts and big magic.
Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central Florida
Read full article: Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central FloridaAfter recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.
Orlando’s election leaders scrambling to inform voters on new congressional map amid lawsuits
Read full article: Orlando’s election leaders scrambling to inform voters on new congressional map amid lawsuitsLast month, local elections officials were sounding the alarm that new congressional maps would cost counties money and staff time. Those concerns are now coming true. On Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a controversial new congressional map into law that gives Republicans an advantage in nearly all the state’s seats.
Osceola County sheriff vows crackdown on illegal vacation rental parties ahead of Rolling Loud
Read full article: Osceola County sheriff vows crackdown on illegal vacation rental parties ahead of Rolling LoudSheriff Christopher Blackmon said the problem has reached epidemic levels on the county’s west side, where promoters are using short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo to host large, unauthorized gatherings.
Habitat for Humanity launches faith-based housing initiative in Central Florida
Read full article: Habitat for Humanity launches faith-based housing initiative in Central FloridaHabitat Orlando & Osceola is launching an initiative that engages religious organizations to help address Central Florida's housing crisis.
Plane crashes, flips near Polk County neighborhood, sheriff’s office announces
Read full article: Plane crashes, flips near Polk County neighborhood, sheriff’s office announcesA plane crashed in Polk County on Friday night, prompting a response from deputies, according to the sheriff’s office.
Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central Florida
Read full article: Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central FloridaAfter recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.
Passport, stamps, play: Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida debuts limited-time travel event
Read full article: Passport, stamps, play: Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida debuts limited-time travel eventThe globe-trotting experience follows Peppa, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, George, and baby Evie on their first holiday as a family of five.
Florida families caring for medically fragile children say system is failing them
Read full article: Florida families caring for medically fragile children say system is failing themA Volusia County woman accused of trying to kill her disabled great-granddaughter before attempting to take her own life has put a long-standing crisis into sharp focus - Florida families caring for medically fragile children say the system is failing them.
‘Beat the gay out of him:’ 5-year-old attacked in hate crime case, Polk sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Beat the gay out of him:’ 5-year-old attacked in hate crime case, Polk sheriff saysAccording to deputies, the suspect said he would “beat the gay out of him if it was possible, but since it wasn’t possible, he would beat him more.”
Ex Seminole tax collector Joel Greenberg’s victim seeks to unmask ‘unindicted conspirator’
Read full article: Ex Seminole tax collector Joel Greenberg’s victim seeks to unmask ‘unindicted conspirator’A victim of disgraced former Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg is asking a federal judge to unseal court records that would identify an “unindicted conspirator” linked to one of Greenberg’s criminal offenses, News 6 has learned.
Lee Corso gives Indiana’s Curt Cignetti inaugural Lee Corso Legacy Award
Read full article: Lee Corso gives Indiana’s Curt Cignetti inaugural Lee Corso Legacy AwardAfter he led Indiana to win the CFP National Championship, Cignetti received more hardware from former Indiana head coach and retired broadcaster Lee Corso
‘It will turn into a swamp’: Lake Mary considers plan to clean up West Crystal Lake
Read full article: ‘It will turn into a swamp’: Lake Mary considers plan to clean up West Crystal LakeThe City of Lake is voting to approve an interlocal agreement with Seminole County to incorporate West Crystal Lake into its lake management program.
Oviedo officer, heart attack survivor reunite after life-saving rescue
Read full article: Oviedo officer, heart attack survivor reunite after life-saving rescueA Port St. Lucie man is alive today thanks to the quick actions of an Oviedo police officer who used an AED and CPR to bring him back from a heart attack — and the two reunited Wednesday for the first time since that life-saving moment.
WOW! drops subcontractor, promises new oversight after repeated Longwood water main breaks
Read full article: WOW! drops subcontractor, promises new oversight after repeated Longwood water main breaksAfter News 6 reached out directly, a WOW! spokesperson confirmed that the company would no longer be working with the subcontractor and outlined what other changes they would be making to prevent future incidents.
Sumter County deputy terminated, arrested for stealing narcotics from medication drop box, sheriff says
Read full article: Sumter County deputy terminated, arrested for stealing narcotics from medication drop box, sheriff saysThe Sumter County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of one of their deputies, accused of stealing narcotics from a drop box.
Woman in coma after shooting in Sumter County, family points to signs of domestic abuse
Read full article: Woman in coma after shooting in Sumter County, family points to signs of domestic abuseA Sumter County woman is in a medically induced coma after being shot in the neck in what her family says is a case of domestic violence involving her boyfriend.
US Rep. Dan Webster, Florida congressman since 2011, will not run for reelection
Read full article: US Rep. Dan Webster, Florida congressman since 2011, will not run for reelectionDaniel Webster, the Florida lawmaker who has represented our area in Congress since 2011, will not seek reelection. The Republican, who turned 77 on Monday, announced in a news release that “the time has come to pass the torch to the next conservative leader and spend more precious time with my wife, children and 24 grandchildren.”
President Trump coming to The Villages Friday to talk taxes
Read full article: President Trump coming to The Villages Friday to talk taxesSenior citizen stronghold The Villages will get a visit from the president on Friday. According to the Republican Party of Florida, Trump’s visit will center on promoting policies like “no tax on tips” and “no tax on social security.”
‘She’s fine:’ Florida man hides in backyard pool after shooting woman in neck, police say
Read full article: ‘She’s fine:’ Florida man hides in backyard pool after shooting woman in neck, police sayAccording to the Wildwood Police Department, officers spotted Robert Anthony Morgan crawling under a garage door and jumping into a backyard pool before pulling him from the water and detaining him.
Volusia County releases body camera video in deadly deputy-involved Walmart parking lot shooting
Read full article: Volusia County releases body camera video in deadly deputy-involved Walmart parking lot shootingSheriff Mike Chitwood said the incident began Friday night when a DeLand police officer spotted the driver running without headlights, nearly striking a pedestrian, before speeding away and running multiple red lights.
‘Welcome to Rockville’ reopens gates after severe weather in Daytona Beach
Read full article: ‘Welcome to Rockville’ reopens gates after severe weather in Daytona Beach“Welcome to Rockville” in Daytona Beach was put on pause due to severe weather heading into the region on Friday evening, according to organizers.
Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central Florida
Read full article: Here is where the most mail was reported stolen in Central FloridaAfter recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.
Around 100 hot dogs stolen in overnight burglary at Central Florida school
Read full article: Around 100 hot dogs stolen in overnight burglary at Central Florida schoolAfter entering through an unlocked door, the two suspects apparently messed with ESE equipment before going around the campus taking things, according to the police department.
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Orlando venue owner ‘Uncle Lou’ detained on immigration hold
Read full article: Orlando venue owner ‘Uncle Lou’ detained on immigration holdOrlando’s music community is rallying around Uncle Lou’s owner “Uncle Lou” Arguello after he was detained on an ICE hold at the Orange County Jail with no charges listed, according to state records.
Rolling Loud hits Camping World Stadium for the first time—and traffic, heat hit back
Read full article: Rolling Loud hits Camping World Stadium for the first time—and traffic, heat hit backRolling Loud’s first year at Camping World Stadium is drawing massive crowds and “electric” energy, while organizers and law enforcement urge fans to stay safe amid extreme heat and congested roads.
More than 100 passengers sick after Norovirus outbreak on Caribbean Princess cruise ship
Read full article: More than 100 passengers sick after Norovirus outbreak on Caribbean Princess cruise shipMore than 100 passengers are sick with norovirus aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship, which is scheduled to dock at Port Canaveral on Monday, May 11. News 6 investigative reporter Pavlina Osta spoke with a passenger on board who says the outbreak has not stopped everyone from enjoying their trip.