‘A lot of people are not moving over:’ Law enforcement hands out more than 17K ‘Move-Over’ tickets
Read full article: ‘A lot of people are not moving over:’ Law enforcement hands out more than 17K ‘Move-Over’ ticketsIt was a little good news, in the epidemic of Florida hit-and-run crashes: The Florida Highway Patrol made an arrest of a 49-year-old driver from Davenport after two case-cracking anonymous tips.
Lady Lake police hires evidence tech to audit, clean out 6K pieces of evidence
Read full article: Lady Lake police hires evidence tech to audit, clean out 6K pieces of evidenceIt was a project two years in the making: Meticulously inventorying, cataloguing and organizing the evidence room at the Lady Lake Police Department.
‘No. 1 is the flooding:’ Brighton Lakes residents concerned about development plans
Read full article: ‘No. 1 is the flooding:’ Brighton Lakes residents concerned about development plansNews 6 met with about a dozen residents in Osceola County's Brighton Lakes development to speak about their concerns regarding their prospective neighbors.
'They're ugly:' Eastern lubber grasshoppers are eating at people's patience in DeBary
Read full article: 'They're ugly:' Eastern lubber grasshoppers are eating at people's patience in DeBaryIf you've seen them, you'd know them: they're Eastern lubber grasshoppers. Maybe the name doesn't sound familiar, but the look is distinct.
‘Our neighborhood has become a trash dump:’ Pine Hills residents demand action
Read full article: ‘Our neighborhood has become a trash dump:’ Pine Hills residents demand actionA local business owner is frustrated by the illegal dumping near his office, Precision Cycle Incorporated, on Silverton Street and is among several residents in the Pine Hills area who have reported the growing problem of trash accumulation.
‘Potential of dying is much, much more:’ Community protests Rockledge Hospital closure
Read full article: ‘Potential of dying is much, much more:’ Community protests Rockledge Hospital closureOrlando Health said that because of years of neglect and costly repairs, it will shut down Rockledge Hospital on April 22.
Complaints get results: Orlando police chief listens and learns
Read full article: Complaints get results: Orlando police chief listens and learnsWhen the Orlando Police Department made a recent change in how it protects the Parramore community, the change ended up, unintentionally, leaving residents feeling abandoned and vulnerable.
Town hall set to shed light on homeless community’s needs in east Orange County
Read full article: Town hall set to shed light on homeless community’s needs in east Orange CountyA town hall meeting on Thursday evening invites the public to ask questions about the issue of homelessness in east Orange County, and what people can do.
Florida Senate bill aiming to roll back rural boundaries under talks
Read full article: Florida Senate bill aiming to roll back rural boundaries under talksMonday afternoon, a state Senate committee is set to discuss a bill that aims to make changes regarding land use and development regulations in Florida.
Community rallies to support Orlando church after disruption
Read full article: Community rallies to support Orlando church after disruptionAfter a local church's worship service was interrupted, a group dedicated to standing up against discrimination stood out front to ensure the congregation would have a safe place to worship.
Longwood residents begin cleanup, recovery in tornado’s aftermath
Read full article: Longwood residents begin cleanup, recovery in tornado’s aftermathHomeowners in Longwood are beginning the difficult process of cleaning up after a tornado tore through their neighborhood, leaving behind significant damage.
Could Pine Hills become its own city? That's what local leaders are asking
Read full article: Could Pine Hills become its own city? That's what local leaders are askingA growing movement is pushing for Pine Hills to break away from Orange County and become its own municipality, following in the footsteps of cities like Belle Isle and Winter Park.
Sanford Police Department’s ‘Neighborhood Response Unit:’ Dealing with problems
Read full article: Sanford Police Department’s ‘Neighborhood Response Unit:’ Dealing with problemsThe Sanford Police Department credits a long-running special tactical unit – the Neighborhood Response Unit – with lowering crime.
‘He was my world:’ Community rallies in 26-hour ruck for fallen first responders
Read full article: ‘He was my world:’ Community rallies in 26-hour ruck for fallen first respondersCommunity members pushed their limits in a 26-hour endurance event to honor Orange County SWAT Deputy Michael Milmerstadt and Lt. Ellie Shea.
Bell tower on brink of collapse at 139-year-old Altamonte Chapel. What’s being done to save it?
Read full article: Bell tower on brink of collapse at 139-year-old Altamonte Chapel. What’s being done to save it?You may have driven by the historic Altamonte Chapel on State Road 436 countless times and never known its story.
Pine Hills community holds discussion on crime 2 years after fatal shootings
Read full article: Pine Hills community holds discussion on crime 2 years after fatal shootingsTwo years after the tragic shooting deaths of 9-year-old T’Yonna Major and journalist Dylan Lyons, the Pine Hills community gathered Wednesday evening to discuss ways to combat rising crime in West Orange County.
What happened in my neighborhood? There’s an Orlando police app for that
Read full article: What happened in my neighborhood? There’s an Orlando police app for thatOrlando Police Chief Eric Smith insisted crime has decreased significantly since he took over in 2022, and lately his new app has continued to drive down the numbers.
Petition to light up baseball and soccer fields at Central Winds Park in Winter Springs gets 1,000+ signatures
Read full article: Petition to light up baseball and soccer fields at Central Winds Park in Winter Springs gets 1,000+ signaturesMore than 1,000 parents, athletes, and coaches are petitioning Winter Springs commissioners to get the lights turned on at Central Winds Park's baseball and soccer fields.
‘We’re asking you to stay away:’ In Astor, opponents bash Spring Protection Zone
Read full article: ‘We’re asking you to stay away:’ In Astor, opponents bash Spring Protection ZoneIn a meeting that was well over capacity, hundreds of people packed tightly together inside the Astor Community Association Thursday to weigh in on the future use of the Silver Glen Springs.