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Trial continues for Florida deputy accused of sparking fire with Taser, burning man
Read full article: Trial continues for Florida deputy accused of sparking fire with Taser, burning manAn Osceola County deputy accused of using a Taser at a gas station and setting a man on fire is back in court after taking the stand a day prior.
‘Hidden gems:’ Dozens of apprenticeships available in Central Florida. How to get involved
Read full article: ‘Hidden gems:’ Dozens of apprenticeships available in Central Florida. How to get involvedFlorida is home to hundreds of registered apprenticeship programs, including 50 in Central Florida alone.
Defense presents case in trial of Florida deputy accused of sparking fire with Taser, burning man
Read full article: Defense presents case in trial of Florida deputy accused of sparking fire with Taser, burning manThe defense will call their witnesses in the trial of an Osceola County deputy accused of using a Taser at a gas station and setting a man on fire.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 season
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 seasonFrom markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
Osceola mom arrested after daughter’s death, accused of holding her head in bathtub
Read full article: Osceola mom arrested after daughter’s death, accused of holding her head in bathtubOn Wednesday evening, Sheriff Marcos Lopez said deputies responded to a home in Poinciana where a mother was reportedly wielding a hammer against others.
Minivan puts hole in building during crash that hurt 2 in St. Cloud
Read full article: Minivan puts hole in building during crash that hurt 2 in St. CloudA minivan that had just been involved in a two-vehicle crash in St. Cloud went on to punch a hole in a nearby building, according to police.
Kissimmee City Council discusses bringing back civilian oversight board
Read full article: Kissimmee City Council discusses bringing back civilian oversight boardWeeks after a scandal rocked the Kissimmee Police Department, city commissioners and community members convened Tuesday night to discuss the return of a civilian oversight board.
‘The people stood up:’ Reflecting on victory, Monique Worrell plans for a complex transition
Read full article: ‘The people stood up:’ Reflecting on victory, Monique Worrell plans for a complex transitionOn Election Day, Monique Worrell found herself immersed in a familiar routine: greeting voters, waving signs, and driving to polling stations.
‘Supposed to be safe:’ Osceola County Dad speaks out after son with autism wanders from sensory playground
Read full article: ‘Supposed to be safe:’ Osceola County Dad speaks out after son with autism wanders from sensory playgroundA 5-year-old autistic child recently drowned after walking away from an Osceola County playground that was specifically designed for “children on the autism spectrum,” according to a news release.
Kissimmee debates reinstating police oversight board amid calls for transparency
Read full article: Kissimmee debates reinstating police oversight board amid calls for transparencyOn June 30, Kissimmee's Police Civilian Oversight Board was dissolved. The oversight board was responsible for reviewing complaints, policies, and procedures and providing recommendations.
How Central Florida counties are protecting autistic children from water dangers
Read full article: How Central Florida counties are protecting autistic children from water dangersThe heartbreaking story of 4-year-old Waylon Childs, who was found dead a body of water in Ormond Beach on Sunday, has brought renewed attention to a critical issue: The heightened risk of drowning among children with autism.
Charges dropped against man accused in shooting at Osceola County motel
Read full article: Charges dropped against man accused in shooting at Osceola County motelA man facing attempted first-degree murder and other charges from a 2023 shooting at an Osceola County motel has had those charges dropped, court records show.
Angel Tree: Here’s how to help children, seniors in Central Florida this holiday season
Read full article: Angel Tree: Here’s how to help children, seniors in Central Florida this holiday seasonNews 6 and BFARR Contracting are once again teaming up with The Salvation Army for the annual Angel Tree Program.
Federal judge rejects voter lawsuit over prosecutor Monique Worrell’s suspension
Read full article: Federal judge rejects voter lawsuit over prosecutor Monique Worrell’s suspensionThree days after Monique Worrell won back her job at the ballot box, a federal judge rejected a lawsuit over Gov. Ron DeSantis’ controversial 2023 decision to suspend her as state attorney in Orange and Osceola counties.
‘Home for the Holidays:’ Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on 1st home in Osceola County
Read full article: ‘Home for the Holidays:’ Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on 1st home in Osceola CountyHabitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County broke ground on a new home in Kissimmee Friday morning, as part of their Annual "Home for the Holidays" build.
Call made for Kissimmee police citizen review board to be reinstated. Can it be done?
Read full article: Call made for Kissimmee police citizen review board to be reinstated. Can it be done?A week after personnel changes at the Kissimmee Police Department, a call has been made for the police citizen review board to be reinstated.
Leonard Spencer unseats Carolina Amesty in Florida House District 45 race, flipping a Republican seat
Read full article: Leonard Spencer unseats Carolina Amesty in Florida House District 45 race, flipping a Republican seatIncumbent Republican State Rep. Carolina Amesty has officially been unseated by Democrat Leonard Spencer in the race for Florida House of Representatives’ District 45 seat.
Monique Worrell wins job back, defeats Andrew Bain for Ninth Circuit State Attorney
Read full article: Monique Worrell wins job back, defeats Andrew Bain for Ninth Circuit State AttorneyAfter being suspended last year by Gov. Ron DeSantis on accusations of “neglect” and “incompetence,” former Ninth Circuit State Attorney Monique Worrell won her job back after defeating incumbent Andrew Bain.
Marcos Lopez to keep his position after winning Osceola County Sheriff race
Read full article: Marcos Lopez to keep his position after winning Osceola County Sheriff raceOsceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez will retain his position after winning his race against challenger Donnie Martinez on Election Day.
‘Touched a very sensitive topic:’ Central Florida Puerto Ricans respond to poll after comedian’s remarks
Read full article: ‘Touched a very sensitive topic:’ Central Florida Puerto Ricans respond to poll after comedian’s remarksResearchers at UCF's Puerto Rico Research Hub wanted the clearest picture yet 15 days from the General Election of who Central Florida's Puerto Ricans are voting for and why.
Find Osceola County election results for Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find Osceola County election results for Nov. 5, 2024Here’s where to find election results for races on the ballot in Osceola County. Live results will start to become available in Central Florida after the polls close at 7 p.m. on Election Day.
‘It’s my civic duty:’ A last look at long lines for early voting in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘It’s my civic duty:’ A last look at long lines for early voting in Central FloridaOn the last day for early voting in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties, News 6 sent a crew out to the Apopka Community Center, where the line wrapped around the building and down Station Street.
‘Culture of silence:’ State attorney’s office shares findings in Kissimmee use-of-force investigation
Read full article: ‘Culture of silence:’ State attorney’s office shares findings in Kissimmee use-of-force investigationOrange-Osceola State Attorney Andrew Bain shared details of a grand jury’s findings and recommendations for the Kissimmee Police Department following a use-of-force investigation involving a former police officer.
Bond denied for Florida bail bondsman accused of trading sex for bail money
Read full article: Bond denied for Florida bail bondsman accused of trading sex for bail moneyAn Orlando man will remain in jail for now on accusations that he used his position as a bail bondsman to force women into having sex with him in exchange for bail money.
Osceola County teen who made school shooting threat arrested after stolen gun found, deputies say
Read full article: Osceola County teen who made school shooting threat arrested after stolen gun found, deputies sayA 17-year-old student in Osceola County was arrested after making a threat to “shoot up a school” and being caught with a stolen gun, according to the sheriff’s office.
Orange-Osceola state attorney announces new task force to target hate crimes
Read full article: Orange-Osceola state attorney announces new task force to target hate crimesThe Hate Crimes Task Force will focus on increasing public awareness, improving reporting mechanisms, enhancing investigations and increasing prosecution of hate crimes.
‘Slap in the face:’ Florida Puerto Ricans react to ‘island of garbage’ comment at Trump rally by comedian
Read full article: ‘Slap in the face:’ Florida Puerto Ricans react to ‘island of garbage’ comment at Trump rally by comedianSome Central Florida Puerto Ricans are sharing their distaste regarding a comment made about the U.S. territory during a Trump rally in New York City over the weekend.
Kissimmee police chief resigns after 11 officers’ truthfulness, conduct questioned
Read full article: Kissimmee police chief resigns after 11 officers’ truthfulness, conduct questionedKissimmee police announce personnel changes, including the resignation of Chief Betty Holland and Deputy Chief Camille Alicea.
‘A gut punch:’ Stephen Sterns reacts to murder charge in newly-released jailhouse call with parents
Read full article: ‘A gut punch:’ Stephen Sterns reacts to murder charge in newly-released jailhouse call with parentsAmong the records shared on Friday was a phone call conversation involving Stephan Sterns after his arrest earlier this year.
Haunting Halloweekend events in Central Florida to get in the ghostly spirit
Read full article: Haunting Halloweekend events in Central Florida to get in the ghostly spiritHalloweekend is here! It’s finally time to debut that costume you’ve been planning and get in the ghostly spirit. Whether you’re looking for a fright, a sweet treat or a fun family activity, the weekend before Halloween is filled with ghoulish events to explore. Kick off the Halloween festivities with these Central Florida events.
Osceola County man wins $1M prize playing 500X the Cash scratch-off game
Read full article: Osceola County man wins $1M prize playing 500X the Cash scratch-off gameAn Osceola County man won a $1 million prize playing the Florida Lottery’s 500X the Cash scratch-off game. Larry Hamilton, of Kissimmee, claimed his winnings at the Florida Lottery’s headquarters in Tallahassee as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000, according to a news release.
Meet the candidates for Florida Ninth Circuit state attorney in the November election
Read full article: Meet the candidates for Florida Ninth Circuit state attorney in the November electionAfter being suspended last year by Gov. Ron DeSantis on accusations of “neglect” and “incompetence,” former Ninth Circuit State Attorney Monique Worrell is now fighting to take back her old position from incumbent Andrew Bain.
15-year-old girl missing, endangered out of Osceola County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 15-year-old girl missing, endangered out of Osceola County, sheriff’s office saysThe Osceola County Sheriff's Office is searching for a 15-year-old girl who ran away from home and has been missing for more than a month.
‘Widespread fraud’ behind Amendment 4, lawsuit claims. Here are the accusations
Read full article: ‘Widespread fraud’ behind Amendment 4, lawsuit claims. Here are the accusationsThe plaintiffs in the case allege that many of the signatures on the Amendment 4 petitions were forgeries, belonged to dead people, or contained perjury.
Meet the candidates for Osceola County supervisor of elections on the November ballot
Read full article: Meet the candidates for Osceola County supervisor of elections on the November ballotThe current head of the Osceola County elections office is up for reelection in November, and facing a challenge from a first-time candidate with concerns about election integrity.
What to know about Osceola County’s land conservation referendum on the November ballot
Read full article: What to know about Osceola County’s land conservation referendum on the November ballotTwenty years ago, Osceola County voters agreed to use a portion of real estate taxes to fund a land conservation program. This referendum is back on the ballot this year for renewal.
Results 2024: Meet the candidates for Florida Senate District 25
Read full article: Results 2024: Meet the candidates for Florida Senate District 25Election day is Nov. 5 and voters will have the chance to vote for someone new for Florida Senate District 25 as Senator Victor Torres, Jr. has reached term limits.
Meet the candidates for Florida House District 35 on the November ballot
Read full article: Meet the candidates for Florida House District 35 on the November ballotAfter Democrats flipped the seat in a January special election, Democrat Tom Keen looks to keep the Florida House District 35 seat from Republican opponent Erika Booth.
Meet the candidates for Florida House District 45 in the November election
Read full article: Meet the candidates for Florida House District 45 in the November electionIncumbent Republican State Rep. Carolina Amesty is up against Democrat Leonard Spencer for the Florida House of Representatives’ District 45 seat.
Orlando woman struck, killed after exiting crashed SUV on Florida’s Turnpike near Kenansville
Read full article: Orlando woman struck, killed after exiting crashed SUV on Florida’s Turnpike near KenansvilleA fatal crash forces the shutdown of all southbound lanes of Florida's Turnpike near Kenansville, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida’s election supervisors discuss handcounting ballots, polling place challenges ahead of Nov. 5
Read full article: Florida’s election supervisors discuss handcounting ballots, polling place challenges ahead of Nov. 5In a recent discussion, Central Florida election supervisors addressed a range of concerns about the upcoming election, including polling place accessibility and the potential impact of hand-counting ballots.
How Florida’s election supervisors try to build and maintain trust in the voting process
Read full article: How Florida’s election supervisors try to build and maintain trust in the voting processAs election season approaches, Central Florida's election supervisors are confronting not only logistical challenges but also ongoing skepticism from election deniers.
Intimidation, apathy worry Central Florida’s election supervisors ahead of November vote
Read full article: Intimidation, apathy worry Central Florida’s election supervisors ahead of November voteIn a recent interview with News 6, election supervisors from five Central Florida counties shared their thoughts on the upcoming November election, highlighting both optimism and concern.
Country Thunder Florida canceled after concert venue damaged during Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Country Thunder Florida canceled after concert venue damaged during Hurricane MiltonIn a statement, event organizers said that after assessing storm damage, it was determined the venue at Osceola Heritage Park is unable to safely hold the three-day music festival.
UPDATED COUNTY-BY-COUNTY IMPACTS: How Hurricane Milton will affect Central Florida
Read full article: UPDATED COUNTY-BY-COUNTY IMPACTS: How Hurricane Milton will affect Central FloridaMilton officially made landfall near Siesta Key as a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday evening, according to the National Hurricane Center.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: How Hurricane Milton will impact Central Florida
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: How Hurricane Milton will impact Central FloridaHurricane Milton will bring the potential for strong damaging winds, considerable rainfall, threat for flooding, tornadoes and even coastal storm surge through the duration of the storm.
Florida judicial body accuses Orange-Osceola Judge Jeff Ashton of inappropriate conduct
Read full article: Florida judicial body accuses Orange-Osceola Judge Jeff Ashton of inappropriate conductAn Orange-Osceola Circuit Court judge is facing charges by the state for his conduct in the courtroom, including shouting at attorneys and appearing to show bias during cases.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Feel the fright at these Central Florida haunted houses, trails, Halloween events
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Feel the fright at these Central Florida haunted houses, trails, Halloween eventsIt’s that time of year where the dreams switch to nightmares, pumpkins turn into jack-o-lanterns and houses become haunted.
More than 50 cattle stolen in Osceola County, rancher says; $10K reward offered for info
Read full article: More than 50 cattle stolen in Osceola County, rancher says; $10K reward offered for infoFifty-three young cattle were allegedly stolen from a ranch in Osceola County and a five-digit cash reward is now being offered for tipsters behooved to help serve justice, according to Crimeline.
Plan for glamping at an Osceola County park goes too far, Sierra Club says
Read full article: Plan for glamping at an Osceola County park goes too far, Sierra Club saysA proposal to add $19.5 million in“glamping” amenities like cabins, pools and more to South Park in Osceola County in side of Lake Toho is facing backlash from environmental advocates.
FALL GUIDE: Here are the must-do Central Florida fall festivals, events, mazes to check out
Read full article: FALL GUIDE: Here are the must-do Central Florida fall festivals, events, mazes to check outWhile Florida doesn’t really feel like fall because, well, it’s always hot here, we can make the most of the season by doing all the typical fall things.
‘It was the Magic Kingdom:’ Tupperware’s legacy in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘It was the Magic Kingdom:’ Tupperware’s legacy in Central FloridaThe iconic American brand was founded in Orlando back in 1946. The colorful plastic containers gave women a chance to make money through direct sales.
St. Cloud needs new fire, public safety facilities. The question is, how to pay for it
Read full article: St. Cloud needs new fire, public safety facilities. The question is, how to pay for itSt. Cloud city leaders are considering borrowing $90 million to build new a fire headquarters, three new fire stations, as well as a public safety complex.
New video shows detectives questioning Stephan Sterns after disappearance of Madeline Soto
Read full article: New video shows detectives questioning Stephan Sterns after disappearance of Madeline SotoNewly released video showed detectives questioning Stephan Sterns after the disappearance of Madeline Soto.
Florida’s ‘Malibu Rapist’ gets 3 years in prison for 1988 cold case
Read full article: Florida’s ‘Malibu Rapist’ gets 3 years in prison for 1988 cold caseThe Malibu Rapist — whose real name is George Girtman — got his nickname after a string of sexual batteries in the 1980s and 1990s in the Malibu Homes subdivision in Orlando.
FHP arrests driver in Orlando after high-speed pursuit through 3 counties
Read full article: FHP arrests driver in Orlando after high-speed pursuit through 3 countiesThe Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Orlando after a high-speed pursuit through three counties that ended with a PIT maneuver on a Florida Turnpike exit ramp.
Osceola County deputy hospitalized after crash, troopers say
Read full article: Osceola County deputy hospitalized after crash, troopers sayA crash south of Kissimmee involved a marked Osceola County Sheriff’s Office patrol car and sent the deputy driving it to the hospital, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
This abandoned resort near Disney could soon get a makeover. Here’s what to expect
Read full article: This abandoned resort near Disney could soon get a makeover. Here’s what to expectThe 77-acre Orlando Sun Hotel and Resort site has been described as an eyesore, though it may not be that way for much longer.