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Hit-and-run suspect arrested, leads chase on bike after crash, St. Cloud police say
Read full article: Hit-and-run suspect arrested, leads chase on bike after crash, St. Cloud police saySt. Cloud police say a group of citizens help capture a hit-and-run suspect after they say he hit a pedestrian and took off from the scene.
Nikki Haley, Jesus Christ, Mickey Mouse, Giant Meteor? Florida’s write-in votes for president
Read full article: Nikki Haley, Jesus Christ, Mickey Mouse, Giant Meteor? Florida’s write-in votes for presidentThe top two choices for president in November's election were Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Thousands of voters had other ideas. These are their write-in votes.
Stolen car investigation leads to 1 dead, 3 taken into custody in Orange County
Read full article: Stolen car investigation leads to 1 dead, 3 taken into custody in Orange CountyA man died after shooting himself during a traffic stop in Orange County that stemmed from a stolen car investigation, according to sheriff’s officials.
Student arrested after gun fears spark lockdown at Poinciana High School
Read full article: Student arrested after gun fears spark lockdown at Poinciana High SchoolAn 18-year-old student was arrested after he brought a firearm to Poinciana High School on Tuesday, sparking a lockdown, according to the sheriff.
Off-duty Orange County deputy stabbed during road rage incident in St. Cloud, police say
Read full article: Off-duty Orange County deputy stabbed during road rage incident in St. Cloud, police sayAn off-duty Orange County deputy is recovering after St. Cloud police say a road rage incident led to a stabbing.
Osceola County sheriff to pay $250 fine for posting photo of missing girl’s body on social media
Read full article: Osceola County sheriff to pay $250 fine for posting photo of missing girl’s body on social mediaIn a plea agreement with the state attorney’s office, Osceola County’s sheriff will pay a civil fine and plead no contest for posting the body of a missing girl on social media.
PHOTOS: New 3-story Publix store with boat dock opens in Florida. Here’s an inside look
Read full article: PHOTOS: New 3-story Publix store with boat dock opens in Florida. Here’s an inside lookTwo Publix stores are set to open their doors to customers on Thursday, adding to the grocery chain’s growing list of locations.
St. Cloud man, 80, sentenced to 8 years in child porn case
Read full article: St. Cloud man, 80, sentenced to 8 years in child porn caseA federal judge sentenced an 80-year-old St. Cloud man to eight years in prison for the receipt and possession of child sexual abuse materials, according to a news release.
Suspect in Kissimmee Thanksgiving homicide caught in Texas trying to flee country, police say
Read full article: Suspect in Kissimmee Thanksgiving homicide caught in Texas trying to flee country, police sayA 24-year-old man faces charges related to a homicide on Thanksgiving in Kissimmee, according to a news release shared by police.
New 3-story Publix store to open with boat dock, parking garage. Here’s where
Read full article: New 3-story Publix store to open with boat dock, parking garage. Here’s whereTwo Publix stores are set to open their doors to customers on Thursday, adding to the grocery chain’s growing list of locations.
Peak pricing piques concern: OUC approves launching time-of-day rates
Read full article: Peak pricing piques concern: OUC approves launching time-of-day ratesOrlando Utilities Commission (OUC) today unanimously approved a new time-of-day billing policy for its customers that sets individual prices for peak and non-peak kilowatt-per-hour (kWh) rates.
Man accused of shooting at Osceola home nabbed after high-speed pursuit. Here’s what we know
Read full article: Man accused of shooting at Osceola home nabbed after high-speed pursuit. Here’s what we knowOsceola County deputies said the man who fired several rounds outside a home in a Kissimmee area neighborhood Tuesday was captured in Southwest Florida on Tuesday evening.
Orange-Osceola state attorney tells staff he won’t help Monique Worrell with transition, but her term will begin Jan. 7
Read full article: Orange-Osceola state attorney tells staff he won’t help Monique Worrell with transition, but her term will begin Jan. 7Orange-Osceola State Attorney Andrew Bain is not helping once and future chief prosecutor Monique Worrell transition to her new administration, but after a memo he sent to staff was made public, he now makes clear that she will take over the office on Jan. 7.
Man accused of killing wife in St. Cloud indicted on murder charges
Read full article: Man accused of killing wife in St. Cloud indicted on murder chargesA man arrested earlier this year, accused of shooting and killing his wife in St. Cloud, has been indicted on charges including first-degree murder, according to the Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office.
Osceola County woman indicted on murder charge in daughter’s bathtub drowning death
Read full article: Osceola County woman indicted on murder charge in daughter’s bathtub drowning deathAn Osceola County woman accused of holding her daughter’s head underwater in a bathtub has been formally charged by a grand jury.
St. Cloud High School cleared after another threat prompts investigation
Read full article: St. Cloud High School cleared after another threat prompts investigationAnother threat was made early Thursday morning to St. Cloud High School, prompting police to conduct an investigation before the school day was scheduled to begin.
OUC’s proposed PeakSHIFT program sparks debate about energy costs, solar impact
Read full article: OUC’s proposed PeakSHIFT program sparks debate about energy costs, solar impactThe plan, which introduces a new demand-based pricing model, could add $5 to $15 to customers’ monthly bills based on their energy usage during peak hours.
Osceola County Commissioners unsure about SunRail expansion funding
Read full article: Osceola County Commissioners unsure about SunRail expansion fundingCommissioners in Osceola County questioned the benefits the proposed Sunshine Corridor would bring to their constituents after FDOT requested a $500,000 investment in the project.
Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s where
Read full article: Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s whereAs arctic air blasts through Central Florida, bringing the coldest air of the season, counties have announced cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida.
Santa’s darker companion arrives: Where to find Krampus events in the Orlando area
Read full article: Santa’s darker companion arrives: Where to find Krampus events in the Orlando areaHere in Central Florida, events range from traditional Krampus Runs to breakfast with Krampus, to festivals, pub crawls, art shows and, at Gatorland, the Krampus Croc.
Find Small Business Saturday deals, markets, more in the Orlando area
Read full article: Find Small Business Saturday deals, markets, more in the Orlando areaBlack Friday may be the official start to the holiday shopping season, but Small Business Saturday is the big day for mom-and-pop shops, and Central Florida business districts and stores are offering deals, markets, freebies, activities and more to lure customers in.
Woman killed, 9-year-old critically injured in crash on Turnpike in Osceola, FHP says
Read full article: Woman killed, 9-year-old critically injured in crash on Turnpike in Osceola, FHP saysA woman is dead and a 9-year-old girl is among two others who were injured when their car was struck by an SUV on the Turnpike in Osceola County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida deputy found not guilty of negligence in fire with Taser that burned a man
Read full article: Florida deputy found not guilty of negligence in fire with Taser that burned a manA jury found an Osceola County deputy not guilty of culpable negligence, after he used a Taser at a gas station and set a man on fire.
‘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.
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 bathtubA mother arrested on Wednesday after her 14-year-old daughter was found dead is now facing first-degree murder charges, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
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.