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First degree murder charge filed in the death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto
Stephan Sterns has been indicted with first degree murder in the death of Orange County School student Madeline Soto. Sterns was the boyfriend of Soto’s mom. The 13-year-old was a student at Hunter’s Creek Middle School in Orange County, whose disappearance and death sparked attendance changes in the district.
Lawsuit: Couple hurt on moving walkway at Universal
A couple from Brevard County is suing Universal Orlando Resort after they claim they were seriously injured on the theme park's moving walkway, according to a lawsuit filed earlier this month. The couple is seeking $50,000.
Sheriff: Felony suspect refuses to leave Orange County home, prompts large law enforcement presence
ORLANDO, Fla. — An uncooperative felony suspect prompted law enforcement presence around an Orlando residence on Tuesday night. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to the 4800 block of Red Willow Avenue regarding a suspect who refused to exit a residence. It's unclear how long the...
2 Central Florida dining venues temporarily shut down after inspections last week
A Central Florida restaurant and a hotel dining area were shut down the week of April 14-20, according to data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Orange County The Wine Room On Park Avenue at 270 S. Park Ave. in Winter Park shut down on April 15. Inspectors found seven violations, four of which were labeled as high priority. Those violations included an ...
Here’s what the new Orlando sports and entertainment district will be named
ORLANDO, Fla. – A sprawling 8.5-acre downtown Orlando sports and entertainment district, which was given the final green light on Monday, now has a name. In a news release issued early Wednesday, officials said the project, which will be located next to the Kia Center at West Church Street and South Hughey Avenue, will be named Westcourt.
Ex-deputy linked to fatal carjacking of Homestead woman seeks redemption: ‘I just want my life back’
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – A former Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Wednesday who was arrested and relieved of duty after investigators say he inserted himself into a fatal carjacking and shooting case of a Homestead woman is now sharing his side of the story. Francisco Estrella, who is accused...
Theft suspect loads shovels into truck parked in fire lane at Home Depot
A theft suspect was arrested after loading shovels into a truck parked in the fire lane at Home Depot. Lee Curry Cobb, 59, of Orlando entered the store in Lady Lake on Tuesday afternoon and put three DeWalt shovels into a shopping cart, according to an arrest report from the Lady Lake Police Department.
Could benches be fix for homeless concerns?
A downtown community in Florida has removed their benches due to unhoused people apparently sleeping on them. Some business owners asked that the benches be removed to deter homeless people from sleeping on them outside their stores. However, whether it's working or helping all the underlying issues that lead to homelessness is up for debate.
Winter Park Residents Get Final Vote on City’s Leaf Blower Ban
The decision to keep or kick Winter Park’s controversial gas-powered leaf blower ban will be up to voters after an ordinance placing a referendum on the March 2025 ballot passed City Commission by a 3-2 vote at its April 24 meeting. The ban had been unanimously approved by commissioners...
States seeks death penalty for Florida mom accused of forcing kids to drink bleach, strangling toddler to death: SAO
Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for a Florida mom who was accused of making her children drink bleach and strangling her toddler to death, according to NBC affiliate WESH.
Seminole County hosts hiring event for community members
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — Those interested in getting a job can do so at Thursday's Seminole County hiring event. The Employers in Seminole County Hiring Event will take place at the Seventh Day Adventist Church gymnasium in Altamonte Springs. The event will begin at 1 p.m. and end at...
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