Can you eat while driving in Florida? Here’s what the law says
Read full article: Can you eat while driving in Florida? Here’s what the law saysPlenty of drivers have been there: pulling through a fast-food drive-thru to pick up a bite to eat on route to their destination. But is it legal to munch on the go?
This is the best city to live in Central Florida, study claims. Do you agree?
Read full article: This is the best city to live in Central Florida, study claims. Do you agree?There are plenty of people who want to live in the Sunshine State. But according to a new study, there’s one city that’s better than the rest.
Monster Jam event in Orlando features JCB’s Digatron, driver Tristan England
Read full article: Monster Jam event in Orlando features JCB’s Digatron, driver Tristan EnglandA fan appreciation event featuring JCB’s Digatron monster truck and driver Tristan England took place recently in Orlando, building excitement for the upcoming Monster Jam weekend.
Activate debuts in Altamonte Springs, offering immersive gaming and competitive league
Read full article: Activate debuts in Altamonte Springs, offering immersive gaming and competitive leagueActivate's new location in Altamonte Springs features over 55 interactive games and a popular competitive league.
Rachel Goldberg-Polin's memoir recounts her journey after her son's abduction by Hamas
Read full article: Rachel Goldberg-Polin's memoir recounts her journey after her son's abduction by HamasRachel Goldberg-Polin, known for her advocacy for hostages abducted by Hamas-led militants, has a memoir coming out this spring.
Press freedom advocates worry that raid on Washington Post journalist's home will chill reporting
Read full article: Press freedom advocates worry that raid on Washington Post journalist's home will chill reportingPress freedom advocates are concerned this week's raid on a Washington Post journalist's home will deter reporting on government actions and silence whistleblowers.
Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard's Hasty Pudding Theatricals
Read full article: Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard's Hasty Pudding TheatricalsActor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals.
NYC nurses on strike set to resume negotiations with hospitals on 4th day of walkout
Read full article: NYC nurses on strike set to resume negotiations with hospitals on 4th day of walkoutNew York City nurses on strike are set to resume negotiations with hospital administrators to try to bring an end to a walkout that’s in its fourth day.
Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yet
Read full article: Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yetThe final day to select Affordable Care Act health insurance for the year has arrived across much of the country.
Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's push to extradite doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
Read full article: Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's push to extradite doctor accused of mailing abortion pillsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's effort to extradite a California doctor accused of mailing abortion pills out of state.
Recalled Super Greens diet supplement powder sickens 45 with salmonella
Read full article: Recalled Super Greens diet supplement powder sickens 45 with salmonellaFederal health officials say at least 45 people in nearly two dozen states have been sickened with salmonella food poisoning tied to the Super Greens brand of diet supplement powder.
Gene Simmons, The Fray to headline 2026 Seven Seas Food Festival concert lineup at SeaWorld Orlando
Read full article: Gene Simmons, The Fray to headline 2026 Seven Seas Food Festival concert lineup at SeaWorld OrlandoSpanning six decades of music, the lineup includes genres from pop, hip-hop, rap and country to classic rock, alternative, hard rock, punk, Christian and Latin.
‘A national treasure:’ Florida Citrus industry sees early signs of comeback
Read full article: ‘A national treasure:’ Florida Citrus industry sees early signs of comebackFlorida’s iconic citrus industry may be showing early signs of a comeback after years of steady decline, according to new federal estimates and growers working to keep trees alive through ongoing challenges.
Health violations shut down over a dozen Central Florida eateries
Read full article: Health violations shut down over a dozen Central Florida eateriesOver a week into the new year, over a dozen more Central Florida restaurants have been forced to close up shop after a visit from a health inspector.
Bebe Rexha, Shaggy to headline 2026 concert lineup for Universal Mardi Gras
Read full article: Bebe Rexha, Shaggy to headline 2026 concert lineup for Universal Mardi GrasRunning Feb. 7 through April 4, the annual event promises a lively parade inspired by New Orleans, more than 40 international food offerings, and live concerts by top artists on select nights.
🚗 More electric vehicles means less gas tax revenue: How this impacts Florida’s budget
Read full article: 🚗 More electric vehicles means less gas tax revenue: How this impacts Florida’s budgetElectric vehicles are more popular than ever, with 21% of new car sales in the United States being either electric, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid models. One of the unintended consequences of this consumer trend is the effect on gas tax revenue.
8 LYNX routes end in Seminole County. Here’s what’s replacing them
Read full article: 8 LYNX routes end in Seminole County. Here’s what’s replacing themMany Seminole County residents are adjusting to major changes in public transportation after eight LYNX bus routes officially ended this week, replaced by a county-run, on-demand ride-sharing service called Scout.
FAA picks 2 firms to replace 612 outdated radar systems that air traffic controllers rely on
Read full article: FAA picks 2 firms to replace 612 outdated radar systems that air traffic controllers rely onThe federal government has picked two companies to replace 612 radar systems nationwide that date back to the 1980s as part of a multibillion-dollar overhaul of the nation’s air traffic control system.
‘Really glad we got here early:’ Taking a peek at peak holiday travel in Orlando
Read full article: ‘Really glad we got here early:’ Taking a peek at peak holiday travel in OrlandoHoliday travel is peaking at Orlando International Airport as thousands of passengers head home from New Year’s vacations or begin trips to kick off 2026.
Holiday travel delays impact hundreds of flights at Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Holiday travel delays impact hundreds of flights at Orlando International AirportTravelers returning home after Christmas packed Orlando International Airport on Thursday, with many facing flight delays and cancellations amid record holiday travel.
Visitors trade winter chill for Central Florida sunshine on Christmas
Read full article: Visitors trade winter chill for Central Florida sunshine on ChristmasVisitors from across North America traded traditional winter scenes for sand and surf this Christmas Eve, as Central Florida’s beaches drew holiday crowds seeking warmth and sunshine.
Holiday travel set to break records with more than 122M Americans on the move. Here’s how it looks in Florida
Read full article: Holiday travel set to break records with more than 122M Americans on the move. Here’s how it looks in FloridaHoliday travel is expected to break records again this year, with more than 122 million Americans projected to be on the move, according to AAA.
Big breakthrough on ‘Sloth Fever’ cases in Florida. Here’s what experts found
Read full article: Big breakthrough on ‘Sloth Fever’ cases in Florida. Here’s what experts foundAfter “Sloth Fever” began spreading into Central Florida last year, experts with the University of Florida say they’ve managed a huge breakthrough in their research.
‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in Flagler
Read full article: ‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in FlaglerA 911 call is revealing new details about how deputies were able to find a registered sex offender who was arrested last week while driving with a missing child he's accused of kidnapping and torturing.
How many times have alligators attacked people in Florida? Here’s the answer
Read full article: How many times have alligators attacked people in Florida? Here’s the answerFlorida has plenty of alligators, though state officials have revealed just how many times they've attack people in the state.
‘Just around the corner:’ NASA prepares Artemis II for rollout to launch pad at Kennedy Space Center
Read full article: ‘Just around the corner:’ NASA prepares Artemis II for rollout to launch pad at Kennedy Space CenterNASA announced it is preparing to roll out the Artemis II rocket and Orion spacecraft from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center no earlier than Jan. 17, marking a major milestone toward the first crewed mission of the Artemis program.
Medical situation on space station postpones spacewalk, could end Crew-11 mission early, NASA says
Read full article: Medical situation on space station postpones spacewalk, could end Crew-11 mission early, NASA saysNASA says it’s considering ending Crew-11’s mission sooner than expected due to a medical situation on board the space station.
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These are the top places to retire in Florida. Half are near Orlando
Read full article: These are the top places to retire in Florida. Half are near OrlandoWith its warm weather and low taxes, it’s no surprise that Florida is a huge retirement hotspot for seniors across the nation. But some cities are better picks than others.
FORGET ORANGES: Will this ‘superfruit’ be the next big thing in Florida?
Read full article: FORGET ORANGES: Will this ‘superfruit’ be the next big thing in Florida?When it comes to Florida, fruits like oranges and pineapples may be the first things that come to mind. But that may not be the case forever.
Orlando Fringe unveils lineup for 10th anniversary ‘Winter Mini-Fest’
Read full article: Orlando Fringe unveils lineup for 10th anniversary ‘Winter Mini-Fest’Orlando Fringe has announced the full schedule for its 10th anniversary Winter Mini-Fest, a condensed version of its annual May festival, set for Jan. 7–11, 2026, inside Orlando Shakes.
✨What is the Merry Menagerie at Disney’s Animal Kingdom?
Read full article: ✨What is the Merry Menagerie at Disney’s Animal Kingdom?The Merry Menagerie at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a unique holiday event featuring life-size, artisan-crafted animal puppets that roam Discovery Island. Learn what makes this festive experience special and why it’s a must-see during the holiday season.
🎄 News 6 holiday special: Cozy crackling fireplace, Christmas classics, Florida holiday fun
Read full article: 🎄 News 6 holiday special: Cozy crackling fireplace, Christmas classics, Florida holiday funNews 6 WKMG is celebrating the season with a two-hour “News 6 Holiday Special,” featuring anchors reading Christmas favorites, a cozy crackling fireplace and yule log, surprise guest appearances and insider guides to holiday events and things to do around Central Florida.
🦁Our day at Brevard Zoo: Wild fun, animal encounters, adventure in Florida
Read full article: 🦁Our day at Brevard Zoo: Wild fun, animal encounters, adventure in FloridaIf you’re looking for a fun, educational, and immersive day out, the Brevard Zoo is the place to be. Celebrating 31 years as a community-built zoo, this spot is all about getting up close with amazing animals and exploring nature like never before.
These Central Florida restaurants will be open on Christmas Day
Read full article: These Central Florida restaurants will be open on Christmas DayThe holiday season often makes last-minute shopping a challenge, especially for those who left the big grocery-store trip at the bottom of their to-do list.
AI-assisted experiments on Instacart may be raising your grocery bill, study says
Read full article: AI-assisted experiments on Instacart may be raising your grocery bill, study saysA new Consumer Reports investigation found that Instacart has been running AI-assisted pricing experiments across several major grocery chains, and in some cases, the discrepancies were significant.
Florida’s not the best place to live, study claims. Where does it rank?
Read full article: Florida’s not the best place to live, study claims. Where does it rank?The study looked at factors like affordability, economies, education, health and quality of life to determine which states were the cream of the crop.
How to photograph fast sanderlings on Florida Beaches | Tips from New 6 Insider Guides
Read full article: How to photograph fast sanderlings on Florida Beaches | Tips from New 6 Insider GuidesThe beach is a perfect place for wildlife photography, as long as you’re ready to get a little dirty and wet. Exploring the fast-paced world of sanderlings and some tips for capturing them on Florida’s sandy shores.