The city of Winter Garden is considering new rules to regulate e-bikes and motor scooters to improve public safety.

Florida prosecutors turned to a blood stain analyst to start off their case to keep Tommy Zeigler on death row Thursday. The hearing on new DNA evidence could lead to a retrial for Florida’s longest-serving death row inmate, who was convicted of the 1975 murders of four people at his Winter Garden furniture store.

On the third day of a high-profile evidentiary hearing in Orange County, forensic experts took the stand Wednesday as the legal team for 80-year-old Tommy Zeigler sought to use modern DNA testing to challenge a nearly half-century-old murder conviction.

With the holiday season approaching, the Horizon West American Legion Post 419 is working tirelessly to ensure that every veteran laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Gotha is honored during this year’s Wreaths Across America event on Dec. 13.

A judge will re-examine key evidence in the murder case of Tommy Zeigler, who has been on death row since being convicted in the killing of four people in Winter Garden in 1975.

Out of the 100 restaurants included in the ranking, only this one can be found in Central Florida.

PopStroke has arrived in Hamlin and it’s more than just mini-golf.

One person died after an Orange County home caught fire on Friday, according to the Winter Garden Fire Department.

A FedEx truck caught fire along Florida’s Turnpike after crashing into a ditch, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

One of the best bodybuilders in the world is a West Orange High School graduate, and she paid a visit to the News 6 studio.

East Crown Point Road is washed out just north of East Fullers Cross Road in Ocoee. The road is closed in both directions. Orange County officials say the road remains closed because of the torrential rains from Sunday’s storms.

A Winter Garden elementary school teacher was arrested last week over a domestic violence incident at her home, according to the police department.

Jennifer Pelcher opened Abbott’s Frozen Custard in 2019 and survived many challenges over that time. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic, a major issue has grown.

For a pet owner in Winter Garden, she fears her missing cat may have been attacked by a coyote, and now, she is warning her community.

It’s been relatively dry across these parts for the last several days, but that likely changes Tuesday.

An arrest has been made nearly six years after a 61-year-old Winter Garden business owner was found dead in Sumter County, according to the sheriff’s office.

Just two months after launching, Plant Street Recycling is expanding beyond gated communities in Winter Garden with more neighborhoods and subscribers signing on every week.

A recent study by MovingPlace has revealed which ZIP codes in the U.S. are the “hottest” nationwide. And it turns out one of the top picks is right here in Central Florida.

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a 60-year-old missing man.

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a 60-year-old missing man.

The proposed rates would have started at $330 for homes under 1,000 square feet and exceeded $500 for those over 3,500 square feet.

The Winter Garden city manager recommended that the city not proceed with a public hearing to impose a fire assessment.

Orange County deputies are searching for a missing 60-year-old man considered endangered.

A few of our viewers reached out with concerns about newly installed signage at the SR-429 and Plant Street interchange in Winter Garden, saying it’s causing some confusion for drivers.

The Sanford City Commission on Tuesday held a second public hearing on proposed fire assessment fees, sparking debate between residents and city leaders ahead of a final vote scheduled for early September.

Winter Garden residents packed City Hall Tuesday night to voice opposition to a proposed fire assessment fee aimed at closing a $12 million budget shortfall.

Winter Garden is set to vote to tighten its rules on solicitation. According to the updated ordinance that the city commission is set to vote on Thursday, it is designed to enhance safety and welfare for residents. However, those who rely on small donations say the changes will make life harder.

The city of Winter Garden is asking for input from residents on a proposal to add a fire assessment fee to properties within city limits.

When the city of Winter Garden ended its curbside recycling program earlier this year due to rising costs and contamination, there wasn’t a backup plan — just a question from a concerned 10-year-old.

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A 24-year-old man was killed and another person was injured in a shooting in Winter Garden early Tuesday morning, according to a news release.

Scammers are increasingly impersonating bank employees, leaving innocent victims devastated and, in some cases, out of their life savings.

This Father’s Day means a lot more for one Central Florida man who received his second liver transplant back in December.

The projector will roll once again at the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden with a new summer movie series, with the first film opening Tuesday, July 10.

Police in Winter Garden said they are investigating after gunshots were reported in the downtown area on Saturday evening.

Future outings in Winter Garden could soon involve visits to a soccer stadium and a professional men’s team to match.

Jessica Rivera was taken into custody at Whispering Oak Elementary School in Winter Garden on charges of tampering with evidence during a capital felony proceeding.

A Winter Garden woman is petitioning for mandatory e-bike and moped safety training in Orange County public schools.  Depending on what class of E-Bike you

It’s that time of year again, and Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner.

A man is accused of attacking a referee at a high school basketball tournament in Winter Garden where he had been one of the coaches, according to police.

On Thursday, Winter Garden leaders unanimously approved a plan to revive the historic Garden Theatre, focusing on concerts, special events, and limited rentals.

A beloved community stage in Winter Garden may soon get a second act.

Three people were injured in a three-vehicle crash on the Florida Turnpike in Orange County on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Five local governments will provide officers for public schools in tentative agreements reached by Orange County Public Schools.

An Orange County grand jury has indicted Ralph Hensel on a charge of first-degree murder in the shooting death of Ja’Keem Williams, records show.

The City of Winter Garden approved a letter of intent to continue discussing a multi-use project that includes an open-air soccer stadium at a City Commission Meeting Thursday night.

Three police officers were injured due to a house fire in Winter Garden on Saturday evening, according to fire officials.

Drivers on State Road 429 in Orange County are being diverted due to a ground depression as crews assess possible repairs, according to the Central Florida Expressway Authority.

The family of a man who was shot and killed while riding an ATV in Winter Garden has hired attorney Ben Crump.

Police said they responded to the home at 1031 Horizon Street around 3:51 p.m. after receiving reports about a shooting behind the home.

National Pizza Day is on Feb. 9 (the same day as Super Bowl day!) which means indulging on cheesy goodness and enjoying the game.

A crash on the southbound lanes of State Road 429 in Orange County on Tuesday morning left one person injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

As cold temperatures grip Central Florida, Matthew’s Hope in Winter Garden has become a lifeline for homeless men, women, and children.

A new ordinance that went into effect New Year’s Day limits the sale of alcohol after midnight for restaurants and bars in Winter Garden without a special permit.

My hotdog has a first name, it’s O-R-L-A-N-D-O, my hotdog has a – well, that’s it, I ran out of words – but you can run out and see a piece of Americana when the famous Wienermobile visits Central Florida this month.

Starting Jan. 1, Winter Garden residents will not longer be able to recycle through the city's trash service.

Earlier this week, police announced that the mother was supposed to bring the children back to their father, but she failed to do so.

Winter Garden police announced they are searching for a mother who failed to return her two children to their father over the weekend.

A man arrested by Windermere officers confessed to detectives that he killed his wife several days earlier, the police department said.

The cities didn't just make the cut due to personal appeal — they've also exhibited strong job markets.

The first of its kind, a net zero-energy ready townhome is set to be built in Winter Garden.

Corie Murray, News 6 photojournalist and host of the "Black Men Sundays" podcast, is getting results for Central Florida families this Thanksgiving.

A driver was sent to the hospital as a trauma alert and later died after their pickup truck plowed through a fence and into a pond in Winter Garden.

From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.

The Winter Garden City Commission addresses several significant issues affecting businesses and residents.

Here are some simple steps to take.

Amid rising costs, the city of Winter Garden may be trashing its recycling collection services.

A Winter Garden automotive dealer has pleaded guilty to charges that he rolled back the odometer on vehicles he sold in Florida and Arizona.

Tyrek Hill's boss is remembering the 25-year-old after he was killed in a mass shooting in Downtown Orlando last week.

Florida family transforms their home into a scene out of Ghostbusters.

The Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida and the City of Winter Garden broke ground on their new location in the historic East Winter Garden.

The Winter Garden Theatre, which had been closed for weeks, will reopen its doors Thursday evening for a debut performance of "The Little Mermaid."

Check out the Player of the Week featuring Madison Krause of Foundation Academy.

Beware of scammers looking to rip you off as you try to repair your home from hurricane damage

Most electric company customers in Central Florida are serviced by Florida Power and Light, OUC or Duke Energy.

While South Florida might have taken the top spot, Central Florida took second and third.

According to officials, the closure comes amid financial hardship for the theatre, which hasn’t been able to bring in enough funds to stay in operation.

Some churches are launching new Christian schools on their campuses, seeking to give parents more education options that align with religious values.

This will mark the first time since the faith-based chain first kicked off nearly 15 years ago that its locations will be open on a Sunday.

While “Pippin” will perform the beloved story that’s been around for more than 50 years, you’ll also notice this show being more accessible for audiences who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.

It's the summer vacation of a lifetime for Little League World Series umpires David Noegel and Eddie Smith.

Officials said all of the suspects were in the U.S. illegally, targeting homes that belonged to small business owners.

Serving in the Vietnam War at just 22 years old, Marc Gimbel, now 77, has gone back. Marc recently completed 390 miles in two weeks biking through Vietnam and reliving his past with a new sense of humanity.

UPDATE: William Allen Stephens, 47, has been located and is safe, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

A 23-year-old Winter Garden woman died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash along a road within the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Two people were taken to the hospital after a house fire near Winter Garden, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.

Show runs July 12 – 28 at Garden Theatre in downtown Winter Garden.

Orange County approved $255,000 in funding for the Central Florida Diaper Bank Tuesday morning.

Located in the booming area of Winter Garden and Ocoee, the growth of homes and increase of cars on the road has caused major roadway transformation out here.

A homeless outreach center moved to evict some of its clients from its transitional housing program after they refused to leave.

On Monday, the city of Orlando moved one step closer to adding speed cameras to school zones after an initial vote of approval by the city council.

A homeless outreach organization has halted its transitional housing program after one of its clients refused to leave after being kicked out of the program.

A vehicle caught fire after a crash on Florida’s Turnpike in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Florida troopers investigate a six-vehicle wreck on the Turnpike in Orange County.

Former Buffalo Bills DE Lou Ross, aka Big Lou, has opened his first brick-and-mortar wing restaurant serving authentic, original-recipe Buffalo wings.

A man was shot and killed by his friend in Winter Garden, according to police.

A woman who was cleaning out her deceased father's home in Winter Garden may have found a hand grenade, according to police.

Already in 2024, several drivers have lost their lives in several high profile wrong-way crashes on major Central Florida roadways, including I-4 and S.R. 429, which is part of the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFEA) - the public agency that operates the local toll roads and has been at the forefront of wrong-way detection technology since 2015.

A new park is now open for people living the Summerlake community in west Orange County.

The results are in for the 2024 runoff elections in Winter Park and Winter Garden, each for a respective city commissioner’s seat.