The Weekly: News 6โฒs Mike DeForest discusses 2006 unsolved disappearance of Leesburg toddler
In 2006, a Leesburg mom told police her 2-year-old son had been kidnapped from his room. Seventeen years later, Trenton Duckett is still missing.
โStock Doctorโ discusses latest rate hike, potential impacts of a deeper recession
The Federal Reserve last week raised interest rates for the ninth time in the last year as it works to tame lingering inflation and slow down the economy.
Understanding the world of artificial intelligence and its future impacts
Dr. Rebecca Leis, a computer science program director at Full Sail University, sat down with anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weeklyโ to help us better understand the world of AI.
News 6 political analyst talks classified documents, potential DeSantis presidential run
Classified documents, the debt ceiling and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dominated the national headlines last week.
Floridaโs director of emergency management outlines hurricane recovery, federal assistance
Hurricane season is officially over, but the impacts from Ian and Nicole will linger for years to come.
Central Florida congressman on Hurricane Ian federal response
U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz (R-District 6) joined anchor Justin Warmoth on "The Weekly" to break down the federal response to Hurricane Ian in Florida and the potential congressional aid package for victims.
โI have 100% confidence in our deputies:โ Orange County sheriff talks school safety, new SRO training
Law enforcement leaders have been rolling out new ways to prevent and respond to an active shooter on campus.
Orange Countyโs new superintendent talks campus safety, โDonโt Say Gayโ law ahead of upcoming school year
From new education laws to enhancing school safety, it's been a busy summer for districts across Central Florida as they prepare for the upcoming school year.
โGrim reaperโ 1 of 3 Democrats running for Florida attorney general
A criminal defense attorney and social activist who made headlines as the "Florida grim reaper" is vying for the seat of Florida's attorney general.
โHe doesnโt listen to the people:โ Orange County mayoral candidate looking to unseat Jerry Demings
Even though Florida is a closed primary state, there are still a number of nonpartisan positions up for grabs in the Aug. 23 primary election, including Orange County mayor.
Convicted felon, former US Rep. Corrine Brown on why sheโs running for Congress again
U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown tells โThe Weeklyโ what she would say to voters who might be skeptical of her recent legal troubles.
The Weekly: Alan Grayson talks congressional campaign
Alan Grayson, who was a member of Congress from 2009 until 2017, joined anchor Justin Warmoth on "The Weekly" to lay out his platform and why he decided to run for Congress again.
News 6 political expert weighs in on Floridaโs midterm election
News 6 political expert and UCF history professor Dr. Jim Clark joined anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weeklyโ to break down some of the key races heading into Floridaโs primary election, including the matchup to see which Democrat will challenge Gov. Ron DeSantis in November.
โItโs like Russian roulette:โ Seminole sheriff explains how fentanyl is fueling deadly opioid crisis
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma sat down with anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weeklyโ to break down how the opioid epidemic has evolved over the years and what itโs going to take to get the crisis under control.
The Weekly: Florida Congressman Soto talks Roe v. Wade, inflation
U.S. Rep. Darren Soto, D-Kissimmee, joined anchor Justin Warmoth on "The Weekly" to discuss the potential ruling, inflation, and whether he believes the Biden Administration is doing enough to curb the high cost of living.
Property insurance attorney offers perspective on Floridaโs insurance crisis
Insurance companies say the crisis is being fueled by mounting litigation and fraud, but property insurance attorney John Tolley said that's not the full story.
The Weekly: Hereโs whatโs causing Floridaโs homeowners insurance crisis
Florida homeowners are seeing their premiums jump โ sometimes by more than triple โ or their policies are getting dropped all together.
News 6 political expert talks Florida politics on โThe Weeklyโ
With Florida's legislative session behind us, lawmakers could soon return to Tallahassee to hammer out some key items that still need to be addressed.
US Rep. Charlie Crist talks run for Florida governor on โThe Weeklyโ
U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, who served as Floridaโs Republican governor from 2007-11, has emerged as the frontrunner in the Democratic primary based on recent polls and campaign dollars raised.
The Weekly: As Florida rents, home prices soar, advocates ask: where will we live?
Nearly a thousand people move to the Sunshine State every day โ a trend analysts believe will continue for at least the next five years. And that begs the question: where are those folks going to live?
Could gas prices reach $4 a gallon? Gas Buddy analyst weighs in
Even with inflation reaching its highest point in 40 years, it seems the high price of gas โ at its highest level in eight years โ is frustrating Americans the most.
Orlando restaurant owner talks ongoing challenges from pandemic
From being forced to shut down in March 2020 to the ongoing shortages of both supplies and workers, the challenges have been constant โ especially for local restaurants.
The Weekly talks expanding cancer coverage for firefighters, ongoing problems with unemployment benefits
Florida is one step closer to expanding cancer coverage for firefighters.
โMore complicated:โ Orange County business owner talks supply chain bottleneck, inflation concerns
Some of the issues causing the slowdown include labor shortages, port congestion and manufacturing delays overseas.
Visit Orlando expecting influx of international tourists as travel ban gets lifted
The U.S. will lift its ban on international travelers effective Friday, Nov. 8, and it appears folks from all over the world are itching to get back to Americaโs tourist destinations.
US easing restrictions for international flights after 18 months
For the first time in 18 months, the U.S. will allow foreigners to fly into the country this fall if they have proof of vaccination and a negative coronavirus test.
Orlando pediatrician talks school mask mandates, vaccinations as coronavirus cases rise
Orlando pediatrician Dr. Candice Jones spoke with anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ about how the virus is affecting children.
WATCH LIVE: Seminole County Sheriff Lemma to address escalating overdoses
Health officials say the coronavirus pandemic has created the greatest mental health, substance abuse and overdose crisis in U.S. history.
Where Florida unemployment accounts stand after PIN reset rollout
Thousands of Florida unemployment accounts were locked without warning earlier this month in a move to counter a potential data breach that targeted nearly 58,000 Department of Economic Opportunity Connect accounts.
Congressman Soto discusses Jan. 6 insurrection hearing, latest CDC recommendations
It was a busy week in the U.S. capitol; between the Jan. 6th insurrection hearing and the Centers for Disease Control's recommendations that all Americans should wear a mask indoors in public spaces.
A look at anti-government protests that erupted in Cuba
Anti-government protests have erupted in Cuba in the last week over a lack of access to food and basic medical supplies, amid a rise in COVID-19 cases. People around the country, and here in Central Florida have rallied in support of those protesters.
NCAA changes rules allowing athletes to profit off of NIL
The NCAA recently changed its rules on allowing college athletes to profit off their name, image, and likeness (NIL). It allows athletes to make money off everything from autographs to endorsement deals to social media content, but there is still some confusion about the rules.
The Weekly: Looking back at News 6โฒs Real Talk: Whatโs Changed town hall
In the week leading up to Juneteenth, News 6 took a closer look at the progress that has been made since the death of George Floyd.
Why the push to make heart screenings mandatory for student-athletes is so important
School districts across Central Florida are now requiring student-athletes to get an electrocardiogram and a physical before they can take to the field or the court.
Florida ending federally funded boost to unemployment benefits
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity recently announced it will cut off the $300 federal unemployment benefit on June 26. The state hopes ending the extra benefits will help address the labor shortage that is impacting several industries.
Rep. Val Demings weighs in on renewed calls for gun control, southern border policy
WASHINGTON โ The recent mass shootings in Atlanta and Boulder have renewed calls for Congress to act on gun control. U.S. Representative Val Demings joined anchor News 6 Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to discuss legislation she believes will reduce gun violence in America and whether President Joe Biden should take action. Watch the full interview on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ with Justin Warmoth in the video player at the top of this story. Watch โThe Weeklyโ on Sundays at 7:30 a.m. on News 6. Click or tap here to see other interviews and discussions.
The Weekly: Central Florida theme parks continue to have success amid pandemic
ORLANDO, Fla. โ It has been one year since Walt Disney World announced it would close its theme parks because of the coronavirus pandemic. Its competitors followed suit, but those parks have since reopened with reduced capacity and safety guidelines. Dickson talks about Universalโs upcoming attractions, including the new โEpic Universeโ park. He also explains why the success of the theme parks is key for Central Florida. We have a special section dedicated to all things theme parks on ClickOrlando.com/themeparks.
Congressman Soto talks $1.9 trillion relief bill, Puerto Rico statehood
President Biden last week signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan as the world marked one year since the World Health Organization declared the virus a pandemic. [TRENDING: SpaceX launches 60 Starlink satellites | Weekend vaccine events for OCPS employees | Family speaks after deadly shooting]U.S. Rep. Darren Soto, D-Kissimmee, discussed how the relief package will impact Central Floridians on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.com with Justin Warmoth.โAdSoto also talked about the vaccine rollout, the possibility of Puerto Rico becoming a state and the ongoing security threat at the U.S. Capitol. Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com 4pm Trending newsletter, sent every weekday.
Seminole County Emergency Manager talks vaccine distribution
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. โ More Floridians are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Seminole County Emergency Management director Alan Harris joined anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to talk about how the county is preparing for more vaccinations. Harris also explains how the county is working to overcome vaccine hesitancy, and what his team is doing to meet the Biden administrationโs latest vaccine goal. President Biden announced this week that the U.S. will have enough vaccine for all adults by the end of May. AdFor information on how to get a vaccine in your area, check out the county-by-county breakdown on ClickOrlando.com/vaccine.
Record budget, Big Tech regulation among big issues lawmakers will face during Floridaโs legislative session
ORLANDO, Fla. โ Florida lawmakers are getting ready to descend on Tallahassee to debate policy, pass new laws and put together a state budget. Perhaps the biggest hurdle lawmakers will face during the 60-day legislative session is the record $96.6 billion budget put forth by Gov. News 6 political expert Dr. Jim Clark joined anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to break down what to expect over the next two months. State Rep. Anna Eskamani, (D) District 47, also appeared on the program to explain what her legislative priorities are this year and whether sheโs considering a run for governor in 2022. Floridaโs legislative session kicks off Tuesday, March 2.
The Weekly: Central Florida doctor talks COVID-19, vaccine distribution
ORLANDO, Fla. โ While the vaccine has given us hope, the coronavirus continues to surge across the United States. Cases and hospitalizations are spiking, and the country just had its deadliest week on record. As more people get the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, other companies -- including Johnson and Johnson -- are hoping their versions will get FDA authorization soon. Dr. Kenneth Alexander with Nemours Hospital joined anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to discuss the pandemic, vaccine distribution and what we know about a new variant of the virus.
WATCH: Seminole County Emergency Manager talks vaccine rollout
ORLANDO, Fla. โ Rolling out the coronavirus vaccine has proven to be difficult across the country and in Central Florida. The supply is not keeping up with the high demand, creating huge lines at first-come, first-served locations and websites crashing as people try to book reservations. [TRENDING: Police officer dies in Capitol clash | Fla. man arrested, firefighter investigated in Capitol riot | COVID-19 variant spreading in Fla.]By the beginning of April, Dr. Anthony Fauci hopes the vaccine will be available to everyone, not just the at-risk population. County health departments are now working to secure additional resources to accommodate more people. Alan Harris, Seminole Countyโs Emergency Manager, joined anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to discuss the logistics behind the vaccinations and what to expect as more doses arrive.
Orlando pediatrician answers coronavirus vaccine questions
ORLANDO, Fla. โ As we wait for the first shipments of the coronavirus vaccine to arrive in Central Florida, the next hurdle will be distributing doses and building trust that itโs safe. [TRENDING: States will start getting COVID-19 vaccine Monday | Floridaโs Keyontae Johnson collapses on court | 2020 pop culture wrap]Orlando pediatrician Dr. Candice Jones joined anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to answer some of the most popular questions people have about the vaccine. Watch โThe Weeklyโ every Sunday at 7:30 a.m. on News 6. MORE FROM โTHE WEEKLYโ: Congressman Soto discusses COVID relief package, Puerto Rico statehood on โThe Weeklyโ
Congressman Soto discusses COVID relief package, Puerto Rico statehood on โThe Weeklyโ
ORLANDO, Fla. โ Itโs been eight months since Congress passed the CARES Act but finding common ground for the next COVID relief package remains to be seen. While thereโs broad support among members from both parties, they sharply disagree on the size and scope of it. U.S. Rep. Darren Soto (D-Fla.) joined News 6 anchor Justin Warmoth on โThe Weekly on ClickOrlando.comโ to discuss the timeline for another relief package and the promising news when it comes to a vaccine. On election day, Puerto Ricans voted โyesโ on statehood, but the vote was non-binding -- meaning it would need Congressional approval before it can move forward. โPuerto Rico needs to become a state,โ Soto said.
Second Harvest Food Bank CEO fears food supply shortages next year amid pandemic
Food insecurity has risen significantly around the country after the coronavirus pandemic caused millions of Americans to lose their jobs. Non-profits, like Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, have been doing what they can to help people in need of food, but the supply is beginning to stretch thin. โIn the first quarter of 2021, we may face a massive food cliff in terms of supply,โ Krepcho said. โWe donโt know how long the community can continue to support us.โIf youโd like to donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, just head to FeedHopeNow.org. Click or tap here to see other interviews and discussions.