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Uninsured speeder with bogus plate arrested near new rec center site
An uninsured speeder with a bogus license plate was arrested near the site of a new recreation center in The Villages. Joshua Alexander Logan, 25, of Orlando, was driving a blue Honda coupe at 4:20 p.m. Monday in the vicinity of Central Parkway and Bexley Trail near the new Saluki Recreation Center when he was caught on radar traveling at 54 miles per hour in a 35 mph zone, according to an arrest report from the Wildwood Police Department.
Illegal parking, drivers ignoring traffic laws a big problem at Orlando International Airport
ORLANDO, Fla. — Illegal parking and drivers ignoring traffic laws is a big problem at Orlando International Airport. In 2023, more than 57 million people traveled through the airport. That's a 15% increase from 2022. With the increase in passengers has come an increase in traffic and many drivers...
⛽ How gas prices have changed in Orlando in the last week
ORLANDO, Fla. – The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is declining for a fourth straight week as the country gears up to open swimming pools for the summer season this Memorial Day weekend. Prices are just 5 cents higher than they were one year ago at...
Tuesday's top Orlando headlines: 11AM Update
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer has the latest news headlines in Central Florida, including a large wildfire burning in Volusia County, the special election to fill Regina Hill's seat on the Orlando City Commission, and a health discussion with FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt on sugar and sugar substitutes.
What do the painted numbers on the highway mean?
ORLANDO, Fla. – I had a viewer message me asking what are these random painted numbers they have seen along some of our major highways. During today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, we will hit the highways and try to find these “painted numbers” he has seen and give you the information you need to know.
Florida high school senior achieves perfect scores on SAT, ACT
ORLANDO, Fla. - Thousands of students across the Sunshine State are preparing to graduate from high school, entering a new stage in their lives. However, one student is exiting high school with a major accomplishment. She achieved a perfect SAT score of 1,600 and a perfect ACT score of 36....
Another nice day in Central Florida, with scattered storms possible
ORLANDO, Fla. – A weak surface low remains just off the Florida east coast, promoting a steady northeast wind (10-15mph) for much of the area. The setup will aid in the development of the east coast sea breeze Tuesday afternoon, with rain chances at 40% in the Orlando area and the threat of coastal showers in the morning followed by scattered showers and storms further inland by the afternoon.
New details released about Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses
Universal Orlando is sharing spooky new details about what guests can expect at Halloween Horror Nights. There are 10 haunted houses and five scare zones. Wednesday, Universal announced details of the third house. Guests this fall can become a chaperone on a field trip to the "Major Sweets Candy Factory."
Missing North Carolina 16-year-old girl may be heading to Orlando
A 16-year-old girl reported missing from her home in North Carolina may be headed to the Orlando area, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Officials said Alexis Dahl was last seen at her Franklin, North Carolina home on May 14, but she may be traveling to Orlando.
Sunny, warm and mostly dry start to the work week
This Monday morning is off to a warm start with a few showers around. Much of the activity will clear throughout the morning setting us up for a mostly dry afternoon. A few isolated showers can’t be ruled out this afternoon, otherwise expect sunny & warm weather. Highs will reach the upper 80s inland. Coastal communities will reach the lower and middle 80s.
Weak cold front reaches Interstate 4 corridor
A weak cold front from the peninsula reached the Interstate 4 corridor. Rain chances are 30 percent near the Orlando area and 50 percent further south near Okeechobee, according to NWS Melbourne. Strong storms could develop, but dry air could keep them from being too strong. Temperatures will be in the high 80s to lower 90s across Central Florida. ©2024 Orlando Sentinel. Visit ...
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