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1 week after mass shooting, Downtown Orlando residents prepare to enjoy busy weekend
Read full article: 1 week after mass shooting, Downtown Orlando residents prepare to enjoy busy weekendOrlando is gearing up for a busy weekend after a mass shooting prompted city leaders to make changes to curb violence.
Orlando to end late-night downtown curfew, but ‘street-party atmosphere’ coming to an end, officials say
Read full article: Orlando to end late-night downtown curfew, but ‘street-party atmosphere’ coming to an end, officials sayDowntown Orlando businesses will be able to serve alcohol after midnight again starting tonight, according to a release from city officials Thursday.
Downtown Orlando mass shooting is Florida's latest. Here's how many have happened in the last decade
Read full article: Downtown Orlando mass shooting is Florida's latest. Here's how many have happened in the last decadeFriday's early morning shooting in Downtown Orlando continues the trend of gun violence in America, and Florida is not immune.
Thousands expected at Orlando ‘Come Out With Pride’ event
Read full article: Thousands expected at Orlando ‘Come Out With Pride’ eventDowntown Orlando’s Rosalind Avenue will be shut down for one of the city’s largest celebrations as more than 220,000 people are expected to attend the annual Come Out with Pride event on Saturday.
Can’t wait for The Canopy in Orlando? Here are 3 underpass parks around the US to check out
Read full article: Can’t wait for The Canopy in Orlando? Here are 3 underpass parks around the US to check outOne of Orlando’s busiest highways will soon double as a vibrant oasis for residents to gather. The city of Orlando released a first look at The Canopy, a project to develop the vacant space under Interstate 4. As you wait in anticipation of The Canopy’s opening day, take a look at these three similar underpass parks to make the time pass a little easier.
Dyer touts ‘transformational improvements’ to Downtown Orlando in annual address
Read full article: Dyer touts ‘transformational improvements’ to Downtown Orlando in annual addressDowntown Orlando is about to undergo a major change if the plans Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced Tuesday come to fruition.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Here’s how much rain Central Florida racked up with rounds of downpours
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Here’s how much rain Central Florida racked up with rounds of downpoursParts of Central Florida have been dealing with flooding issues over the past week as rounds of heavy rain continue to hit the area as part of a stalled front.
There’s a secret tunnel hiding underneath Orlando. Here’s what it looks like
Read full article: There’s a secret tunnel hiding underneath Orlando. Here’s what it looks likeLocal lore suggests that the tunnel connects the historic Beacham Theater to the Angebilt Hotel. News 6 went down to get a closer look.
Residents in Orlando's Wadeview Park blame city road project for flooding
Read full article: Residents in Orlando's Wadeview Park blame city road project for floodingSeveral neighbors in the Wadeview Park area believe the $13 million project stretching across Delaney Avenue is the reason for the flooding. The Harrisons say the construction is blocking the stormwater drain and interfering with the infrastructure.
New rule limits nightclubs in downtown Orlando to roughly 1 per city block
Read full article: New rule limits nightclubs in downtown Orlando to roughly 1 per city blockThe Orlando City Council unanimously approved new rules Monday to require new nightclubs to be at least 300 feet away from existing nightclubs, or roughly one city block.
Your Florida Daily: Who was Orlando’s longest serving mayor before Buddy Dyer?
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Who was Orlando’s longest serving mayor before Buddy Dyer?Podcast host Katrina Scales hits the road to learn about the eccentric World War II veteran who led the city through the opening of Disney.
‘Our business has dropped 50%:’ Downtown Orlando restaurants struggling amid drop in foot traffic
Read full article: ‘Our business has dropped 50%:’ Downtown Orlando restaurants struggling amid drop in foot trafficAs WKMG Hits the Road to downtown Orlando this week, some business owners told us they're hoping others will do the same.
New downtown Orlando parking garage policy is latest public safety measure
Read full article: New downtown Orlando parking garage policy is latest public safety measureThe city of Orlando has quietly implemented new parking garage rules for the downtown area in the latest step to crack down on nighttime safety issues, a spokesperson told News 6.
Troopers arrest 3 accused of blocking I-4 near Disney Springs with cars, ‘Free Palestine’ signs
Read full article: Troopers arrest 3 accused of blocking I-4 near Disney Springs with cars, ‘Free Palestine’ signsThree people are accused of blocking Interstate 4 near Lake Buena Vista while holding signs stating “Free Palestine,” according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man shot, killed by police in downtown Orlando identified
Read full article: Man shot, killed by police in downtown Orlando identifiedAccording to the Orlando Police Department, officers are working an incident at Orange Avenue and South Lucerne Circle. Traffic is being diverted east and west at Anderson Street, and traffic northbound on Orange Avenue is being diverted east and west at Gore Street.
OneBlood seeks blood donors amid spring break shortage
Read full article: OneBlood seeks blood donors amid spring break shortagePat Michaels from OneBlood, called in live from their donation center in Downtown Orlando. He talked about shortages that happen around this time of year due to spring break and summer break. Michaels says donations from high school and college blood drives actually make up a big chunk of the supply - almost 20%.
St. Patrick’s Day fun brings economic boon to Orlando businesses
Read full article: St. Patrick’s Day fun brings economic boon to Orlando businessesHundreds of people painted Downtown Orlando green this weekend. Many said it's one of the best places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, including Dara Donnelly.
Your Florida Daily: State leaders remove sociology as core class amid DEI crackdown at universities
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: State leaders remove sociology as core class amid DEI crackdown at universitiesThis affects Florida's 12 public universities, including the University of Central Florida, Florida State University and the University of Florida.
Financial incentives could come to chains looking to open in downtown Orlando
Read full article: Financial incentives could come to chains looking to open in downtown OrlandoDowntown Orlando's Community Redevelopment Agency voted to approve changes to the city's Downtown Restaurant and Retail Stimulus Program on Wednesday.
Drums, dancing and a dream in downtown for Orlando’s 40th Martin Luther King Jr. parade
Read full article: Drums, dancing and a dream in downtown for Orlando’s 40th Martin Luther King Jr. paradeMarching bands, drum lines, dance teams, sororities, fraternities and dozens of community organizations lined the streets of downtown Orlando for the city's 40th annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade.
Your Florida Daily: Former school board member accused of stealing $100K from district, Orlando preps for Olympic trials
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Former school board member accused of stealing $100K from district, Orlando preps for Olympic trialsFormer Miami-Dade School Board Vice Chair Lubby Navarro is accused of using her district credit cards for personal purposes, like buying groceries, appliances, beauty products and vacations.
Orlando ordinance would fine or jail people for blocking the sidewalk
Read full article: Orlando ordinance would fine or jail people for blocking the sidewalkOrlando city commissioners approved the first reading of an ordinance Monday that would allow police officers to take immediate action against anyone who intentionally blocks a sidewalk and refuses to move.
From pineapples to people: Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village taking on more residential projects
Read full article: From pineapples to people: Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village taking on more residential projectsOn the shores of Lake Ivanhoe just north of Downtown Orlando, Ivanhoe Village has long been known for its unique shops, dive bars, and restaurants, but it's becoming a popular place to live.
3 new restaurants to open soon in downtown Orlando
Read full article: 3 new restaurants to open soon in downtown OrlandoWhile city leaders continue to look for ways to bring business to downtown Orlando, some are already expanding their brands and planning to open soon in the busy entertainment district.
Construction underway on Lynx bus transfer center in Pine Hills
Read full article: Construction underway on Lynx bus transfer center in Pine HillsCentral Florida transportation officials and elected leaders broke ground Monday on the Pine Hills Transfer Center, a LYNX facility designed to improve transportation access in that Orange County community.
Project will transform downtown Orlando into a ‘neighborhood for everyone,’ Dyer says
Read full article: Project will transform downtown Orlando into a ‘neighborhood for everyone,’ Dyer saysSafety and creating storefronts are pivotal to transforming downtown Orlando into a “neighborhood that belongs to everyone,” Mayor Buddy Dyer said at the annual State of Downtown address Wednesday.
What do you think? Orlando asks residents for feedback on ‘Under-I’ project
Read full article: What do you think? Orlando asks residents for feedback on ‘Under-I’ projectOrlando city officials are determining what to do with the “new and unique spaces” below Interstate 4 — an area that is collectively referred to by the city as “Under-I.”
Here’s when crews will begin dismantling unstable scaffolding in downtown Orlando
Read full article: Here’s when crews will begin dismantling unstable scaffolding in downtown OrlandoCrews will begin dismantling this week a scaffolding at a construction site in downtown Orlando that has threatened to collapse.
Here are the roads, businesses closed as downtown Orlando scaffolding threatens to collapse
Read full article: Here are the roads, businesses closed as downtown Orlando scaffolding threatens to collapseA moderate portion of downtown Orlando remained shut down on Monday as “unstable” construction scaffolding continues to threaten collapse.
‘Dangerous combination:’ Extreme heat hits homeless populations hard in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘Dangerous combination:’ Extreme heat hits homeless populations hard in Central FloridaThe extreme heat in Central Florida has been hard to ignore for the past couple of weeks. While some people have the luxury of cooling off in an air-conditioned home, others have no escape.
Gunman fled from UCF police weeks before shooting Orlando officers
Read full article: Gunman fled from UCF police weeks before shooting Orlando officersThe gunman who shot two Orlando police officers Friday night was recently stopped by police at the University of Central Florida, but managed to escape in his car as UCF officers tried to arrest him on a series of warrants, court records uncovered by News 6 reveal.
‘Hungry Pants is for everybody:’ Orlando restaurant owner champions acceptance for all
Read full article: ‘Hungry Pants is for everybody:’ Orlando restaurant owner champions acceptance for allWith a nickel and a prayer, former gourmet cupcake truck owner Alex Marin and his partner at the time, opened their first brick-and-mortar restaurant, Hungry Pants, in October 2019 just south of downtown Orlando.
Arcade, esports venue coming to 16-story downtown Orlando apartment building
Read full article: Arcade, esports venue coming to 16-story downtown Orlando apartment buildingThe Velocity Esports venue will provide esports lounges, arcade games and other in-person entertainment features at Society Orlando.
Less than half of downtown Orlando bars have new permits so far
Read full article: Less than half of downtown Orlando bars have new permits so farA little less than half of the bars and businesses that have applied for a new permit to serve alcohol after midnight have been issued one, as of Friday afternoon.And with the new rules going into effect on Monday, the clock is ticking.
Downtown Orlando clubs receive training to combat active shooters
Read full article: Downtown Orlando clubs receive training to combat active shootersThe Beach Theater has partnered with Nightlife Security Consultants to host a training session for their employees and surrounding bars and clubs on active shooter events.
Thousands descend to downtown Orlando after the city hosts several large events concurrently
Read full article: Thousands descend to downtown Orlando after the city hosts several large events concurrentlyDowntown saw thousands Saturday after the city hosted several large-scale events in hopes of getting results for residents, tourists, and businesses.
Orlando seeks new rules for downtown nightclubs, bars to increase safety. Here’s the plan
Read full article: Orlando seeks new rules for downtown nightclubs, bars to increase safety. Here’s the planA temporary moratorium on new nightclub openings and after-midnight alcohol permits are being considered in downtown Orlando, according to city officials.
‘We stand with you:’ Orlando mayor speaks against antisemitic messages projected across city
Read full article: ‘We stand with you:’ Orlando mayor speaks against antisemitic messages projected across cityOrlando Mayor Buddy Dyer released a statement after antisemitic messages showed up on the side of a building in downtown Orlando.
Health inspector cites downtown Orlando ‘dog bar’ for allowing dogs inside
Read full article: Health inspector cites downtown Orlando ‘dog bar’ for allowing dogs insideThe owners of a downtown Orlando bar say they are confused after state health inspectors gave conflicting reports on whether dogs can accompany their customers inside.
Orlando wig-store owner donates wigs for Breast Cancer Awareness month
Read full article: Orlando wig-store owner donates wigs for Breast Cancer Awareness monthA Downtown Orlando business owner is set to give away wigs throughout October to help spread breast cancer awareness, according to a release.
Orlando city officials meeting Monday to discuss downtown safety
Read full article: Orlando city officials meeting Monday to discuss downtown safetyIt comes more than two weeks after police say seven people were hurt in downtown Orlando after a fight led to gunfire near Wall Street and Orange Avenue.
On-site parking sells out for Florida Cup game at Camping World Stadium this weekend
Read full article: On-site parking sells out for Florida Cup game at Camping World Stadium this weekendOn-site parking at Camping World Stadium is sold out for the Florida Cup game series this weekend, the stadium said.
Stike a pose: 12 Central Florida spots for selfie-worthy photos
Read full article: Stike a pose: 12 Central Florida spots for selfie-worthy photosIn Central Florida, selfie lovers can snap away in parks, at museums and gardens, outside popular murals, and even at venues dedicated to the self-portrait.
Thousands of protesters gather downtown in opposition of SCOTUS opinion draft leak on abortion rights
Read full article: Thousands of protesters gather downtown in opposition of SCOTUS opinion draft leak on abortion rightsAll this coming after an opinion draft was leaked from the United States Supreme Court suggesting they would overturn the historic case of Roe. V. Wade, which legalized abortion.
WATCH LIVE: Pappy Kennedy Prayer Breakfast honors Martin Luther King Jr.
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Pappy Kennedy Prayer Breakfast honors Martin Luther King Jr.Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events are returning to Orlando in January, but organizers said on Saturday, Jan. 8, that the annual parade through the city’s downtown area will be canceled due to concerns over COVID-19.
Video: Orlando police cruiser hits, seriously injures woman crossing road
Read full article: Video: Orlando police cruiser hits, seriously injures woman crossing roadA woman is seriously injured after being struck by an Orlando patrol car near downtown late Saturday night, according to the police department.
No arrests made since downtown Orlando shootings injured 3 teens, 4 adults, police say
Read full article: No arrests made since downtown Orlando shootings injured 3 teens, 4 adults, police sayNearly 24 hours since two shootings that left seven people injured in downtown Orlando, investigators have yet to make an arrest.
Pride Book Sale underway through Orange County Library System
Read full article: Pride Book Sale underway through Orange County Library SystemCelebrating Pride month, the bookstore is hosting a Pride book sale, partnering with The Center, an organization that provides resources for the LGBTQ+ community.
16-year-old girl killed in shooting near Orlando gas station, police say
Read full article: 16-year-old girl killed in shooting near Orlando gas station, police sayA juvenile died overnight Sunday following a shooting by a gas station on John Young Parkway, according to the Orlando Police Department.
It’s electric: 100 new vehicle charging stations popping up throughout Orlando
Read full article: It’s electric: 100 new vehicle charging stations popping up throughout OrlandoThe City of Orlando in partnership with the Orlando Utilities Commission, along with American Cities Climate Change, installed 100 new EV stations throughout Orlando.
Marijuana-themed sandwich shop to offer ‘toasted’ subs near UCF
Read full article: Marijuana-themed sandwich shop to offer ‘toasted’ subs near UCFORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A new franchise of the Colorado-based, marijuana-themed sandwich chain Cheba Hut is set to open its first Orlando location on Monday. The new Cheba Hut is setting up shop at 12100 E. Colonial Drive, not far from the University of Central Florida campus. This will be the second Cheba Hut location in the state, the first is in St. Augustine, but it will be the first for owner Tim Brashear. Brashear, 48, is originally from Jacksonville, but he has lived in Orlando for the past 20 years. Mural inside the new Cheba Hut location (Promotional Photo from Cheba Hut)“It’s a little bit of a counterculture.