Happy birthday, Orlando!

As WKMG Hits the Road to downtown Orlando this week, we learned the 32801 ZIP code is seeing a population boom with no signs of slowing down.

With multiple sporting events happening in downtown Orlando, people said they’re noticing more visitors to to the area.

Being one of the largest cities in Florida, Orlando has a plethora of large buildings within its borders.

To celebrate Earth Day, two Main Street districts came together on Sunday, along with Orlando City Soccer to help the City Beautiful live up to its name.

Starting Monday, join News 6 Anchor Ginger Gadsden on her behind-the-scenes journey to the Drew Barrymore Show.

While Las Vegas topped the list, a few of Florida's cities ranked near the top.

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The City Beautiful will celebrate its 148th birthday on Monday, July 31.

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If all the world’s a stage, then the City Beautiful has one of the best ones, according to a new list released by Architectural Digest.

Sgt. Amanda White talks about inclusivity initiatives at the Orlando Police Department.

Buddy Dyer was first elected mayor of the city of Orlando in 2003. That means this is his 20th year as mayor of the City Beautiful. He’s hoping to add another term in office.

Orlando’s Lake Eola Park looks good for having just turned 140 years old.

Angel City FC beat out the Orlando Pride 2-1 during the City Beautiful team’s home opener at Exploria Stadium on Sunday evening.

Love is in the air in the City Beautiful — along with plenty of romance scams.

The City Beautiful has embarked on a first-of-its-kind project, and it's now being showcased in Barcelona at the Smart City World Expo Congress.

Spooky time is here, which means it’s time to dress up and enjoy the Halloween fun that Orlando has to offer for those 21+ trick-or-treaters! Here we have a selection of events in the City Beautiful that even the ghosts will not want to miss:

Orlando venues have already seen their fair share of artists and bands, but more are ready to close out 2022 in the City Beautiful.

Michelle and Anthony Canton's motto is "Life is short! Eat the Cookie!"

Breaking news: Orlando is hosting the regional qualifier in a national break dancing competition this August.

The tastes of the Windy City are coming to the City Beautiful this weekend.

Bad As's Sandwiches has become a staple of Orlando's trendy Milk District and now the owner is looking to bring a new concept to another up-and-coming neighborhood in the City Beautiful.

Orlando Brewing — which is being forced to leave its current, long-time location — has now announced it will be setting up shop in the City Beautiful's tourist district.

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching.

The City Beautiful is getting ready for one of its major sporting events.

A Christmas tradition returned to the City Beautiful on Sunday with the annual installation of the “Jack Kazanzas” star, ushering in Orlando’s holiday spirit.

The City Beautiful is in full celebration mode this weekend as it once again hosts the Florida Blue Florida Classic, a weekend full of events including the Battle of the Bands.

Orlando will be hosting free, family-friendly activities, events and spectacles throughout November and December.

Orlando is one of the best cities to live in for those who have a home-buying criterion of "must have ready access to donuts."

If you own a cat and live in Orlando, then you’re in the purrfect place.

Nearly two years after its last event, Thai pop-up Bangrak Thai Street Kitchen is making a one-night-only comeback in the City Beautiful.

Saturday marked five years since 49 lives were taken at Pulse nightclub — a night that devastated and united the Orlando community.

ORLANDO, Fla. – The City Beautiful is also the most dangerous place in the United States for pedestrians. Six Florida cities, with Orlando topping the list, are among the 10 most dangerous for pedestrians in America, according to the latest “Dangerous by Design” study released Wednesday. [TRENDING: ‘Manatee graveyard in Fla. | 6 major announcements from Disney | Fla. woman charged in US Capitol attack]AdThe Orlando metropolitan area is the most dangerous in the United States. According to the Insurance Insurance for Highway Safety, 713 pedestrians died on Florida’s roads in 2019 -- its most recent data. “Despite what they claim about safety, they continue to prioritize moving cars at high speeds.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week Forecasting Change focused on warming seasons. Remember, that it is the trend that most of the warming we have going on is being experienced in the winter season. Look at this graph below that shows that the average temperature for the winter season has increased by almost three degrees in the past 50 years. Warming winter daysAnd, as I have said before, it’s not just Orlando that is feeling the heat. Look at this winter warming graphic.

ORLANDO, Fla. – If your name has Orlando in it, you can visit the City Beautiful for free. Frontier Airlines and Visit Orlando have teamed up to make it easier than ever for people who #LoveOrlando to visit one of the country’s favorite vacation destinations. The collaborated promotion offers individuals with Orlando as their first or last name to fly for free to the city in October, including sale fares for everyone else to visit the Central Florida destination for as low as $39. People with the name Orlando will get a $250 travel voucher. All flights will be to Orlando International Airport and must be between Oct. 13 through Oct. 20, according to Frontier’s promotion guidelines.

ORLANDO, Fla. – It’s never too early to prepare for college, and ELEVATE Orlando is partnering with local organizations to host a virtual scholarship forum for parents and students to help foot the bill. The free event will take place via Zoom on Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.ELEVATE Orlando focuses on mentoring and guiding the City Beautiful’s urban youth with the goal of preparing students for the future. They’re partnering with the United Negro College Fund to fulfill its mission. The event will feature presentations on financial literacy, applying for FAFSA and scholarships and give students the opportunity to meet representatives from colleges and universities across the country. Event attendees will only be visible on camera when meeting with campus representatives.

Its been now five months since the performing arts and live entertainment industry halted productions across Orlando, the City Beautiful. A group of friends involved in the theater industry and St. Lukes United Methodist Church are launching the Greater Orlando Performing Arts Relief initiative, or GOPAR. So, they partnered with St. Lukes United Methodist church. "A lot of people who work in the performing arts work in a gig related industry, so they work for several different companies none of which give them benefits," Wanzie said. Wanzie said GOPAR's mission is to provide financial assistance and resources to help with rent and utility payments--even with healthcare.

ORLANDO, Fla. Ever walked around the City Beautiful and wondered how it stays so sparkling clean? Rondale Silcott said the answer is with the Clean Team. During the heat of a steamy June afternoon, members of the Clean Team suited up with backpacks full of disinfectant spray spread out along Orange Avenue. From parking meters to trash cans, sidewalks, and downtown businesses - the Clean Team doesn't miss an inch. He said his team has always worked hard to keep the city looking beautiful, but now with the coronavirus pandemic, the focus in on safety.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Four years ago Friday, a gunman opened fire at Pulse nightclub in Orlando’s SoDo neighborhood, killing 49 people and injuring dozens of others. [READ: 49 bell tolls ring throughout Orlando, 4 years after Pulse nightclub attack | Rainbow emerges during Pulse remembrance ceremony]In 2018, the wounds were reopened when the gunman’s widow stood trial for her alleged role in the terror attack. While June 12, known as Orlando United Day, is usually marked somber gatherings with candles and moments of silence, this year will be different. Poma said even though the community can't gather for the remembrance ceremony, we still need to remember and honor our angels. Regardless of how it is honored, June 12 will be a day Orlandoans will never forget.

Chicago’s very own Portillo’s is hitting the road to bring its famous hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches and cheese fries to the City Beautiful. During select dates, the Beef Bus will be around town offering up a taste of what’s to coming later this year. [Fans can ‘cake shake’ down to Lake Buena Vista for new Portillo’s location]Locals should keep an eye out for the Beef Bus around downtown Orlando this Friday and Saturday, but fans will need to check the brand’s Instagram and Twitter to find the exact stops. Look for the food truck behind the Icon Park Ferris wheel during the following dates. March 5 to 9 from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.Portillo’s is opening a new location at Lake Buena Vista as part of The Village at O-Town West development in late 2020.

According to Kayak’s 2020 Travel Hacker Guide, Orlando was ranked No. 1 for affordable trip destinations, averaging 47% less than the average North American trip cost. Wekiwa Springs and the Orlando Science Center were mentioned as fun, affordable alternatives to the various theme parks tourists usually visit. If you want to plan ahead, the guide listed January as the cheapest month for flight travel with prices averaging $149 and hotel prices averaging $166. Kayak "defined a ‘trip’ as ‘a round-trip flight + 3-night hotel stay,” the travel guide methodology section said.