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Orlando Weekly

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Doctor behind DC mass shooting was in Orlando just days before attack

The gunman who killed one and injured four in a mass shooting in Washington, D.C., Thursday was in Orlando just days before the attack. The post Doctor behind DC mass shooting was in Orlando just days before attack appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

Orlando, FL · 1d

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Lake County, Florida, Restaurants With the Most Health Violations in October 2026

Two Clermont restaurants recorded more than 30 violations during October 2026 restaurant inspections, leading a list of 50 establishments across Lake County in Florida. Orchard Heights had 39 violations, including 10 high-priority violations, while Tijuana Flats Burrito Company had 33, including four high-priority violations. Clermont had 18 of the 50 listed establishments — more than any other location.

Lake County, FL · 23h

WFTV Channel 9 Orlando

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New Apopka community adds 192 affordable apartments with rents starting at $1,103

Orange County celebrates the opening of Southwick Commons, featuring 192 units with monthly rents starting at $1,103.

Apopka, FL · 1d

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Orange County Deputies Confronting Knife-Armed Woman Rosalia Hodges Before Officer-Involved Shooting in Quiet Dr. Phillips Neighborhood of Central Florida

ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA — Body camera footage shows Orange County deputies confronting a woman armed with a knife in the Dr. Phillips area before the encounter ended in an officer-involved shooting. The woman has been identified as Rosalia Hodges. Deputies repeatedly ordered her to drop the weapon, according to a post sharing the video. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement investigated the shooting.

Orange County, FL · 12h

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Bryant Sentenced to Life Without Parole in Orlando Wife's Killing

Lamar Antonio Bryant has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after a second-degree murder conviction in the killing of his wife, Takeshia Renee Eads. She was fatally shot at her Orlando home on March 25, 2025. The charge at his arrest was first-degree murder. WKMG reported Thursday that...

Orlando, FL · 2d

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Apopka moves forward with firefighter pension changes

The Apopka City Commission advanced changes to firefighters' pension plans per the three-year collective bargaining agreement approved in September. Firefighters may retire after 20 years of service regardless of age or at age 45 with 10 years, with pension benefits set at 4%. The new agreement increases firefighter base pay...

Apopka, FL · 2d

That Park Place

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Accident on Haunted Mansion Leads to Lawsuit Against Walt Disney World

A Magic Kingdom family says their Haunted Mansion ride went wrong in the last few feet. A new Haunted Mansion lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. says Jeri Johnson’s left pant leg became caught in the moving belt at the ride’s exit at Magic Kingdom in December 2024, and that crews had […] The post Accident on Haunted Mansion Leads to Lawsuit Against Walt Disney World appeared first on That Park Place .

Orange County, FL · 23h

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What Are The Blue Lights On Some Florida Traffic Signals Used For?

Drivers in certain areas of Florida like Gainesville, Fort Myers, Orlando, and Collier County, have begun noticing odd little blue lights mounted on the top of some traffic signals. What are they there for? In spite of what you or your passengers may have speculated, they have nothing to do with red light cameras. However, like traffic cameras, they play a role in catching drivers who run red lights.

Florida · 1d

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No Costco Membership Needed at This Florida Grocery Warehouse Where Anyone Can Buy Restaurant-Sized Food

No membership card. No annual fee. Just a store full of the same bulk food and supplies that restaurants buy, open to anyone who walks through the door. That simple idea makes me happy. I like how this spot skips the gatekeeping and treats a party planner the same as a caterer. It sells giant cans, big cases, and serious kitchen gear without asking for a card at the entrance.

Orlando, FL · 7h

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No plane, no problem: Defense leads the way as Sun Devils become bowl-eligible

(Photo/Mike Watters/IMAGN IMAGES) On Friday, Nov. 13, Arizona State football proceeded with business as usual, boarding the team plane at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport intending to fly across the country to Orlando, Florida, for its Week 11 matchup against UCF. Moments later, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide...

Tempe, AZ · 10h

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All-You-Can-Eat Bliss Awaits At This Florida Seafood Buffet Worth The Drive

Whole Maine lobsters, as many as you want, served one at a time at a buffet station. That’s the deal here, and I can’t think of a better reason to grab a bib. The spread doesn’t stop at lobster. Snow crab legs, oysters, crawfish, and peel-and-eat shrimp share the line with prime rib and homemade New England clam chowder.

Orlando, FL · 1d

Country Herald

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Florida Thanksgiving Travel: 'Micro Blizzards' Could Catch Orlando, FL Drivers

Holiday travelers using I-75 and I-95 should recognize the dangers of unexpected whiteouts farther north.

Florida · 1d

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The Nostalgic Music Festival Taking Over Orlando, Florida, This Weekend

Taking Back Sunday, The Used, and New Found Glory are all booked for the same Sunday. Throw in Jimmy Eat World and Motion City Soundtrack, and your old playlist suddenly feels very real. Saturday doesn’t play it safe either. Third Eye Blind, Simple Plan, Sublime, and Bowling for Soup share...

Orlando, FL · 1d

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Belle Isle man killed in Orange County crash after car overturns, hits parked vehicles

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Highway Patrol said the man was driving a 2006 Acura RSX east on Landstreet Road in the inside lane as he approached Avenue C. Investigators said he overcorrected to the right, left the roadway and lost control of the car. The Acura overturned...

Orange County, FL · 1d

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39-Year-Old Orlando Man Killed After Being Struck by Semi-Truck on Orange Blossom Trail in Osceola County

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — A 39-year-old Orlando man was killed late Friday night, November 13, after being struck by a semi-truck while attempting to cross Orange Blossom Trail in Osceola County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The fatal crash occurred at approximately 11:53 p.m. near the intersection...

Osceola County, FL · 1d

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Arizona State Takes Bold Approach to Unprecedented Travel Issues

What a day it has been for the Arizona State Sun Devils. The Sun Devils (5-4, 3-3 Big 12) are playing the UCF Knights on Saturday in Orlando Florida. Arizona State is currently unable to fly due to a rare FAA-sanctioned ground stop. ASU typically leaves on Friday afternoon for road games, which came directly into conflict with this situation.

Tempe, AZ · 1d

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Trespasser claims she’s gathering her things during unwanted return to residential home

A Leesburg woman was arrested after claiming she was gathering her belongings at a home from which she had been trespassed. A deputy responded to a verbal argument at a residence on Crossways Drive in Leesburg at 9:50 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, according to an arrest report from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. The property’s call history showed that 32-year-old Emily Kozlowski had been trespassed.

Leesburg, FL · 1d

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Lake Mary Office Building Makes Way for 158,000-Square-Foot Warehouse Project

3210 Lake Emma Rd. — Approximate Lake Emma Gateway Redevelopment Site. A roughly 92,000-square-foot office building in Lake Mary is being razed to make way for two new industrial buildings aimed at small and midsize businesses, with developers Banyan Street Capital and Lafayette Street Capital lining up a $20.1 million construction loan to get the project moving. The site, known as Contact Pointe, sits at 3210 Lake Emma Road on a 23.3-acre parcel and will be rebranded as Lake Emma Gateway once the new buildings go up.

Lake Mary, FL · 19h

Arizona State Sun Devils On SI

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Deja Vu? UCF Head Coach, Former Nebraska Quarterback Scott Frost Has Interesting Past with Arizona State

For being on opposite sides of the country, the Knights' head coach is quite familiar with the Arizona State Sun Devils.

Tempe, AZ · 1d

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Charges dropped for Harmony High student arrested in campus beating, family says he wasn’t there

HARMONY, Fla. – A 14-year-old who was among the 11 students arrested in connection with a widely shared beating outside Harmony High School will not be prosecuted, according to the State Attorney’s Office. The teen, Matthew Mapes, spent 15 days in juvenile detention and was expelled, his family...

Osceola County, FL · 1d