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Tiffany Moore Russell wins Orange County mayor’s race, makes history as first Black woman to hold office

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County voters elected Tiffany Moore Russell as the county’s next mayor Tuesday, making her the sixth person to hold the office and the first Black woman to serve as Orange County mayor. Moore Russell, the Orange County clerk of courts, defeated tech entrepreneur...

Orange County, FL · 3d

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Beer, Bacon And BBQ Festival Marks 10th Year At Cranes Roost Park

Smoked brisket, cold craft beer and a wall of college football screens are taking over Cranes Roost Park this Saturday as the Beer, Bacon and BBQ festival returns to Altamonte Springs for its 10th year. The event runs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., bringing together local pitmasters, breweries and a full slate of games and vendors for an afternoon built around three of the region's favorite food groups.

Altamonte Springs, FL · 1d

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Orange County mayor-elect says she’ll lean on staff for help addressing Amendment 3

The day after her historic victory as Orange County’s first Black woman to be elected mayor, Mayor-Elect Tiffany Moore Russell outlined her goal of building “a better future” for the county. Her transition team will focus on three governing priorities, she said: effective government, opportunity and quality...

Orange County, FL · 2d

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Darren Soto banks on narrow lead for District 9

Incumbent Darren Soto claims victory over the race for District 9 even as results are waiting to be called. Soto is feeling confident even after the state legislature's redrawing of district lines.

Orlando, FL · 2d

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Florida flooding state of emergency expands to Lake, Seminole and Volusia counties

Florida has expanded its state of emergency declaration for the historic flooding the state saw Monday as a new flooding threat emerges in the St. Johns River. Gov. Ron DeSantis expanded the emergency declaration on Wednesday to include Lake, Seminole and Volusia counties, as well as Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee and Palm Beach counties in South Florida.

Florida · 2d

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Ryan Elijah Ahead In Tight FL-7 Congressional Race

UPDATE: This article has been update to reflect that the race remains close and may lead to a victory for either candidate pending further vote-counting and/or potential recounts. A previous version prematurely reported Ryan Elijah as the victor. Republican Ryan Elijah appears close to winning the general election for Florida’s...

Florida · 1d

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Paychecks for Patriots job fair set for Nov. 10 in Orlando

CareerSource Central Florida hosts its Paychecks for Patriots job fair on Nov. 10 at Orange Technical College in Orlando.

Orlando, FL · 1d

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RIDE ALONG: See your Florida toll dollars used as Road Rangers clear crazy debris

You’ve probably seen it while driving on Central Florida’s expressways: a blown-out tire, a piece of furniture or some other unexpected obstacle sitting in the middle of the road. But who gets it out of the way — and how much of your toll money goes toward keeping...

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Flooding in Florida, damage to homes and cars: A city by city roundup

Parts of Florida got so much rain that kayakers paddled out into streets and roads resembled rivers . Heavy torrential rain pounded Brevard County , Lake County and areas of the Treasure Coast on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, with the Space Coast seeing about 10-15 inches of rain, according to the National Weather Service. Schools were closed Monday in Brevard, and emergency management officials warned of “life-threatening” conditions across Central Florida. Below is a roundup of photos and videos of flooding in Florida , particularly in the Space Coast, city by city. Weird weather: Heavy rain causes flooding in Florida. Stunning photos show severity Photos of flooding damage, cars under water, kayaks in streets in Brevard County, Florida Photos and video of flooding in Cocoa Beach, Florida Photos of flooding in Eau Gallie area of Melbourne, Florida Photos and video of flooding in Melbourne, Florida Photos and video of flooding on Merritt Island, Florida Photos and video of flooding in Palm Bay, Florida Photos and video of flooding at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida Photos and video of flooding in Rockledge, Florida, and nearby Cocoa Photos and video of flooding in Titusville, Florida Photos and video of flooding in

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Four Villages residents booked into Sumter County jail on Halloween

Four people who gave The Villages as their address were booked into the Sumter County jail on Halloween afternoon and evening, Oct. 31, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office jail roster. The bookings include a misdemeanor DUI charge, two probation violations and sex offender registration charges. All four...

Sumter County, FL · 5d

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Orange County Votes Blue as Florida Stays Red in Midterm Elections

Orange County voters backed Democrats in several major races Tuesday, November 3, even as Republicans won Florida’s statewide contests and Democrats made significant gains nationally. According to unofficial election results, Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly received roughly 64% of the vote in Orange County, compared to Republican Byron Donalds’...

Orange County, FL · 3d

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Incumbent Democrat holds onto redistricted Florida congressional seat

Voters returned Democrat Darren Soto to Congress in the Nov. 3 General Election in a district created by Florida Republicans as a likely GOP win. Soto, of Kissimmee, garnered 50.2% vote to 49.8% for Vero Beach Republican Dan Green, according to final, unofficial results from the seven county supervisor of elections offices in the massive district. The General Election was the first since Indian River County was brought into the redrawn District 9. Florida's 9th Congressional District now covers 5,500 square miles stretching from urban Orlando south to Lake Okeechobee and east to Vero Beach. The district represents all of Highlands, Indian River, Okeechobee and Glades counties, most of Osceola County and portions of Orange County and Polk counties. The district runs from Orlando southwest to Yeehaw Junction, and includes all of Indian River County. It also dips south into the cities of Kissimmee and St. Cloud, making it one of the largest districts by area in the state. Indian River formerly was in the 8th Congressional District, which stretched from Titusville in Brevard County down the coast to Vero Beach. Neither candidate could be reached for comment on the evening of Nov. 3. Soto, a family law attorney, served

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Amendment 3 could pressure Orlando’s pothole repair budget

ORLANDO, Fla. — Voter approval of Amendment 3, which cuts property taxes for homeowners, will put pressure on city budgets across Florida. Among them is Orlando’s program to quickly repair potholes on city streets. The city of Orlando’s Streets and Stormwater Department pothole team fills more than 3,000...

Orlando, FL · 3d

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Orange County Public Schools says micromobility policy is working as intended

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County Public Schools leaders say the district’s micromobility policy is working as intended, with survey results showing high compliance and most families reporting little to no disruption since the rules took effect on Sept. 8. The policy allows only high school students with a...

Orange County, FL · 2d

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Governor DeSantis Appoints Former Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle to Greater Orlando Aviation Authority

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed former Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle to the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. Jeff Vahle Appointed to the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority The news was announced via a news release on the Florida governor’s website on Friday, October 30. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) oversees the operation, maintenance, ... Read more

Orlando, FL · 4d

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Voters Approve Amendment 3, Expanding Homestead Property Tax Exemptions

Florida voters have approved Amendment 3, a property tax measure that will significantly expand homestead exemptions for qualifying homeowners while potentially reducing revenue for local governments. The Associated Press declared Amendment 3 approved at 9:46 pm Tuesday, Nov. 3, with 62% of voters supporting the measure. With an estimated 98%...

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Orlando WWII airman to be laid to rest on Veterans Day, 81 years after his death

Orlando airman Sgt. Leonard James McNeill will be laid to rest on Veterans Day, over eight decades after dying in captivity.

Orlando, FL · 3d

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Seminole County updates sandbag hours ahead of potential flooding

Seminole County offers sandbags in Geneva and Sanford, while Winter Springs provides them at Central Winds Park.

Seminole County, FL · 3d

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After heavy rain, counties prepare for more flooding from the St. Johns River

A flood warning is in effect for areas near the St. Johns River in Seminole, Volusia and Brevard counties. The areas are preparing as the river is forecast to rise to a moderate-to-major flood stage through the weekend according to the National Weather Service. Heavy rains beginning Sunday brought upwards...

Brevard County, FL · 2d

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These Florida races are still too close to call

Seminole County, FL · 2d