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How secret is your vote in Florida? What the law says about election privacy
Read full article: How secret is your vote in Florida? What the law says about election privacyThe question has popped up on social media and Google searches over the last couple of months: Can people find out who you voted for?
Find results for the Florida House District 35 race on Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find results for the Florida House District 35 race on Nov. 5, 2024After 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.
Find results for the Florida House District 45 race on Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find results for the Florida House District 45 race on Nov. 5, 2024Incumbent Republican State Rep. Carolina Amesty is up against Democrat Leonard Spencer for the Florida House of Representatives’ District 45 seat.
Find results for the Florida Ninth Circuit state attorney race on Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find results for the Florida Ninth Circuit state attorney race on Nov. 5, 2024After 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.
Find results for the Orange County supervisor of elections on Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find results for the Orange County supervisor of elections on Nov. 5, 2024Four Democrats are vying to become the new supervisor of elections in Orange County, but first, they have to face each other in the election on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Find results for the Orange County Commission Districts 1, 3, 5 races on Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find results for the Orange County Commission Districts 1, 3, 5 races on Nov. 5, 2024Here are the candidates up for election in November for Orange County Commission seats in Districts 1, 3 and 5.
Find Orange County election results for Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find Orange County election results for Nov. 5, 2024Here’s where to find election results for races on the ballot in Orange County. Live results will start to become available in Central Florida after the polls close at 7 p.m. on Election Day.
‘Just a great kid’: Mass shooting victim remembered as good employee, friend
Read full article: ‘Just a great kid’: Mass shooting victim remembered as good employee, friendTyrek Hill's boss is remembering the 25-year-old after he was killed in a mass shooting in Downtown Orlando last week.
‘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.
Orlando man dies after sedan crashes into building in Orange County, troopers say
Read full article: Orlando man dies after sedan crashes into building in Orange County, troopers sayA 57-year-old Orlando man died after losing control of a sedan and crashing into a building in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Bill Clinton, Rick Scott stump in Orange County as early voting comes to a close
Read full article: Bill Clinton, Rick Scott stump in Orange County as early voting comes to a closeFormer President Bill Clinton spoke at an early voting event Sunday in Orange County on behalf of Vice President Kamala Harris while Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, held a get-out-the-vote rally in Orlando that afternoon.
Curfew, alcohol ban after midnight implemented in downtown Orlando after Halloween shooting
Read full article: Curfew, alcohol ban after midnight implemented in downtown Orlando after Halloween shootingIn response to a Halloween shooting that left two people dead and eight others injured, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has declared a state of emergency, implementing a temporary curfew and restrictions on alcohol sales in downtown Orlando.
Downtown Orlando mass shooting suspect waives court appearance
Read full article: Downtown Orlando mass shooting suspect waives court appearanceThe 17-year-old suspect in the downtown Orlando shooting which killed two people and injured several more had his first appearance waived. However, while he did not appear in court, his mother did.
Downtown Orlando mass shooting is Florida's latest. Here's how many have happened in the last decade
Read full article: Downtown Orlando mass shooting is Florida's latest. Here's how many have happened in the last decadeFriday's early morning shooting in Downtown Orlando continues the trend of gun violence in America, and Florida is not immune.
Q&A: Former Orlando police chief discusses security, response after downtown mass shooting
Read full article: Q&A: Former Orlando police chief discusses security, response after downtown mass shootingNews 6 speaks with former Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon about security measures in place for large events like Halloween and more.
Early voting ends this weekend in Central Florida. How to check polling place wait times
Read full article: Early voting ends this weekend in Central Florida. How to check polling place wait timesIf it seems like there are longer lines at early voter polling stations, it’s not your imagination. Central Floridians are setting record numbers for voting early, and that should continue heading into the final weekend before the election.
Misinformation: Social media shares wrong mugshot in downtown Orlando shooting
Read full article: Misinformation: Social media shares wrong mugshot in downtown Orlando shootingA 16-year-old arrested in connection with a murder in Kentucky was linked to a mass shooting in Orlando. But it wasn't him.
What we know about Jaylen Edgar, suspect in deadly downtown Orlando shooting
Read full article: What we know about Jaylen Edgar, suspect in deadly downtown Orlando shootingAccused gunman Jaylen Dwayne Edgar, 17, is being held in custody on two counts of first degree murder with a firearm and six counts of attempted first degree murder with a firearm, according to police.
VIDEO: Magic Kingdom undergoes holiday transformation
Read full article: VIDEO: Magic Kingdom undergoes holiday transformationAs guests shuffled out of the Magic Kingdom following the final Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party of the year, Disney crews stood by to start a holiday transformation.
Where to find mental health help in Central Florida after downtown Orlando shooting
Read full article: Where to find mental health help in Central Florida after downtown Orlando shootingFollowing the downtown Orlando shooting that officials say killed two people and injured six, those in need of mental health resources to cope with the incident can take advantage of this list of Central Florida mental health resources.
Commissioner: Orlando considering additional security measures after downtown shooting
Read full article: Commissioner: Orlando considering additional security measures after downtown shootingThe city of Orlando is considering a massive new downtown security measure in the wake of a deadly shooting.
From selfies to stardom: Orlando resident wins national selfie contest
Read full article: From selfies to stardom: Orlando resident wins national selfie contestA picture is worth a thousand words. For 70-year-old Orlando resident Doreen Ratigan, a simple selfie represents “the joy of life.” Ratigan was named the winner of The New 65+ Selfie Photography Contest, presented by Humana and Growing Bolder.
2 dead, 7 injured in downtown Orlando shooting; mayor declares a state of emergency
Read full article: 2 dead, 7 injured in downtown Orlando shooting; mayor declares a state of emergencyTwo people were killed, seven others were wounded and another person was trampled and injured in a shooting in downtown Orlando, according to police.
Orlando Fashion Square Mall is up for sale. Residents hope it will finally lead to a new chapter
Read full article: Orlando Fashion Square Mall is up for sale. Residents hope it will finally lead to a new chapterA Dallas-based real estate brokerage is helping to sell Orlando Fashion Square Mall, long the subject of redevelopment plans that never came to fruition.
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.
SeaWorld Orlando to ring in holiday season with Coasters After Dark, festive favorites
Read full article: SeaWorld Orlando to ring in holiday season with Coasters After Dark, festive favoritesThere will be plenty of jolly good thrills and festive fun happening at SeaWorld Orlando this holiday season.
Man smashes Orlando fire station windows with rock, causes $30K in damage, police say
Read full article: Man smashes Orlando fire station windows with rock, causes $30K in damage, police sayA man was arrested after police said he caused thousands of dollars in damage to a downtown Orlando fire station with a rock.
Orange County awards nearly $75M in tourist tax dollars to arts, sciences
Read full article: Orange County awards nearly $75M in tourist tax dollars to arts, sciencesShortly after commissioners voted to approve nearly $75 million in tourist tax dollars, representatives of the organizations hoping for the funding broke out into applause.
Butterfly Lifestyle helps feed Pine Hills community as need continues to grow
Read full article: Butterfly Lifestyle helps feed Pine Hills community as need continues to growShereece Mitchell-Sanchez has been working tirelessly since 2021 to help feed people living and working in the Pine Hills community.
🌳Unlock family tree with free genealogy center, ancestry database through Orange County Library System
Read full article: 🌳Unlock family tree with free genealogy center, ancestry database through Orange County Library SystemNeed help filling in that family tree? There are resources you may not know about that can help you research your heritage and connect with family members. And it’s as close as your local library.
Voters to decide whether to allow noncitizens to vote in California city's elections
Read full article: Voters to decide whether to allow noncitizens to vote in California city's electionsVoters in a Southern California city are going to decide this November whether residents who aren't U.S. citizens can vote in local elections.
Central Florida seeing record numbers in early voting
Read full article: Central Florida seeing record numbers in early votingEarly voting is in full swing across Central Florida and election leaders say they’re seeing record numbers in several counties when it comes to voter turnout. So much so, that election officials in Orange County have expanded some check-in sites to better accommodate voters.
Florida home transforms into Disney’s Haunted Mansion for Halloween. Here’s how to see it
Read full article: Florida home transforms into Disney’s Haunted Mansion for Halloween. Here’s how to see itA Florida couple goes above and beyond to transform their home into an iconic scene out of the Disney attraction.
‘Obvious signs of trauma:’ Man arrested on murder charge in woman’s death
Read full article: ‘Obvious signs of trauma:’ Man arrested on murder charge in woman’s deathOrange County deputies are investigating after the death of a 29-year-old woman with “obvious signs of trauma,” according to a news release.
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.
Orange County commissioner addresses urgent flooding, infrastructure concerns in District 1
Read full article: Orange County commissioner addresses urgent flooding, infrastructure concerns in District 1Neighborhoods, like the intersection of Reamsand Ficquette roads, near Summerlake Boulevard, will be the topic of discussion at this morning's commissioners meeting.
‘We have a crisis situation:’ Voters in Marion, Orange counties to decide whether to fund school renovations
Read full article: ‘We have a crisis situation:’ Voters in Marion, Orange counties to decide whether to fund school renovationsVoters are heading to the polls in two Central Florida counties to decide whether they want to pay a half-cent sales tax to fund repairs, renovations and maintenance costs for public schools.
Central Florida doctor diagnosed with breast cancer shares importance of annual mammograms
Read full article: Central Florida doctor diagnosed with breast cancer shares importance of annual mammogramsA Central Florida radiation oncologist showed up to work one day not realizing it would change her life.
Orlando officer opens fire on speeding driver who nearly hit people downtown, chief says
Read full article: Orlando officer opens fire on speeding driver who nearly hit people downtown, chief saysAn Orlando police officer opened fire after a speeding driver nearly hit people and drove toward officers in downtown, according to the police chief.
‘Express’ voting sites open in Orange County to meet early voting demand
Read full article: ‘Express’ voting sites open in Orange County to meet early voting demandNew “express voting sites” now open across Orange County are Supervisor of Elections Glen Gilzean's answer to record turnout and long lines.
‘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.
Greenwood Cemetery is the eternal home of Orlando’s history makers. This tour shows you the haunted side
Read full article: Greenwood Cemetery is the eternal home of Orlando’s history makers. This tour shows you the haunted sideGreenwood Cemetery is Orlando’s oldest, established in 1880 by eight men with last names folks who have driven around Orlando will recognize, like Boone, Livingston, Delaney and Robinson.
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.
Orange County elections supervisor adds early voting ‘express sites’ in answer to long lines
Read full article: Orange County elections supervisor adds early voting ‘express sites’ in answer to long linesOrange County Supervisor of Elections Glen Gilzean held a news conference in Winter Park to announce “a substantial change” to early voting.
‘Murdered in this box:’ Sarah Boone found guilty in suitcase murder trial
Read full article: ‘Murdered in this box:’ Sarah Boone found guilty in suitcase murder trialThe murder trial for Sarah Boone, a Florida woman accused of killing her boyfriend after he died in a zipped-up suitcase during an apparent drunken game of hide-and-seek, is now in the jury’s hands.
Spraying begins in Orange County to combat mosquito-borne illnesses
Read full article: Spraying begins in Orange County to combat mosquito-borne illnessesOrange County has been spraying as part of ongoing efforts to combat the spread of the West Nile Virus following the recent impacts of Hurricane Milton.
Bodycam video shows man with knife fatally shot while running at Orange County deputies
Read full article: Bodycam video shows man with knife fatally shot while running at Orange County deputiesThe Orange County Sheriff’s Office released body camera footage of a man who was fatally shot while running at deputies with a knife in September.
Drowning in credit card debt? Here’s how one program helps pull you out of the red
Read full article: Drowning in credit card debt? Here’s how one program helps pull you out of the redAs the cost of living continues to soar, millions of Americans are grappling with the heavy burden of credit card debt.
Sunshine state spooks: Halloween costumes with a Central Florida twist
Read full article: Sunshine state spooks: Halloween costumes with a Central Florida twistWhile the haunted houses and the flickering jack-o’-lanterns might give you a fright, the real scare is not being able to find a costume in time for the 31st. Don’t fret! News 6 has you covered.
Matt Smith, Alicia Silverstone, Dolph Lundgren among MegaCon Orlando’s 1st guests
Read full article: Matt Smith, Alicia Silverstone, Dolph Lundgren among MegaCon Orlando’s 1st guestsMegaCon Orlando is starting to release the celebrity guest lineup for its four-day convention in February, and so far more than a dozen celebrities are on the list.
🚘This Florida car wash turns ‘Tunnel of Terror,’ raising money for students
Read full article: 🚘This Florida car wash turns ‘Tunnel of Terror,’ raising money for studentsTunnel of Terror is back at Sweetwater Car Wash in Windermere with more soap, lights and scares. This year, the event is raising money for local students.
Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida breaks ground on new Winter Garden facility
Read full article: Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida breaks ground on new Winter Garden facilityThe 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.
‘Pretty surreal:’ Disney helps with conservation effort of bird extinct in the wild
Read full article: ‘Pretty surreal:’ Disney helps with conservation effort of bird extinct in the wildDisney’s Animal Kingdom is full of incredible experiences, but it’s also part of a conservation effort taking place thousands of miles from Central Florida.
Tupperware agrees to be bought by lender group, will be privately held
Read full article: Tupperware agrees to be bought by lender group, will be privately heldThe beloved yet beleaguered Orlando-based Tupperware Brands has agreed in principle to be bought by a lender group that includes Stonehill Capital Management Partners and Alden Global Capital.