CENTRAL FLORIDA NEWS
Despite airspace, sonic boom concerns, FAA OKs Starship environmental plan for Florida
Read full article: Despite airspace, sonic boom concerns, FAA OKs Starship environmental plan for FloridaThe Federal Aviation Administration released its final environmental impact statement for Starship on Friday, despite concerns about airspace closures disrupting commercial flights and sonic booms disrupting surrounding communities.
Internal emails reveal Orlando’s behind‑the‑scenes handling of Lake Eola swan flu outbreak
Read full article: Internal emails reveal Orlando’s behind‑the‑scenes handling of Lake Eola swan flu outbreakInternal emails obtained exclusively by News 6 show how the city of Orlando worked behind the scenes to respond to the recent deaths of dozens of swans at Lake Eola, including how to handle public messaging amid growing concern and what staff described as misinformation online.
2 immigrant detainees released in Orlando as judges slam federal government actions
Read full article: 2 immigrant detainees released in Orlando as judges slam federal government actionsFederal judges in two separate hearings in Orlando on Tuesday admonished U.S. attorneys over immigration cases and released the detainees. They're the latest defendants who have successfully argued that the government is unlawfully detaining them.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom plans temporary closures for Bluey-inspired attraction
Read full article: Disney’s Animal Kingdom plans temporary closures for Bluey-inspired attractionAffection Section has long been a favorite spot where visitors can interact with farm animals like goats, sheep, and pigs. The Wildlife Express Train connects guests to Rafiki’s Planet Watch, a conservation-focused area of the park.
Marion County declares state of emergency after 40,000 railroad ties catch fire in Dunnellon
Read full article: Marion County declares state of emergency after 40,000 railroad ties catch fire in DunnellonThe emergency declaration, coordinated with the city of Dunnellon, comes as officials estimate 30,000 to 40,000 railroad ties caught fire early Sunday, prompting immediate response from Marion County Fire Rescue and Hazardous Materials teams.
Despite airspace, sonic boom concerns, FAA OKs Starship environmental plan for Florida
Read full article: Despite airspace, sonic boom concerns, FAA OKs Starship environmental plan for FloridaThe Federal Aviation Administration released its final environmental impact statement for Starship on Friday, despite concerns about airspace closures disrupting commercial flights and sonic booms disrupting surrounding communities.
No ‘schedule pressure’ after Arteis II moon mission delay, NASA says
Read full article: No ‘schedule pressure’ after Arteis II moon mission delay, NASA saysNASA’s associate administrator, the agency’s highest ranking civil servant, says there’s no pressure to launch a long-awaited crewed mission around the moon following a new delay to the lunar fly-by.
Brevard Public Schools warns of disciplinary action for student walkouts amid nationwide ICE protests
Read full article: Brevard Public Schools warns of disciplinary action for student walkouts amid nationwide ICE protestsIn a letter sent to families on Tuesday, School Board Chair Matt Susin said the district was made aware of a proposed student-led walkout that was promoted at three high schools.
Everything about NASA Artemis II moon mission: Space shuttle parts, delays, astronauts, more
Read full article: Everything about NASA Artemis II moon mission: Space shuttle parts, delays, astronauts, moreArtemis II will send four astronauts around the moon in the first crewed flight test of the Space Launch System rocket and the Orion Spacecraft.
Florida paramedic gets 10 years for raping patient in back of ambulance
Read full article: Florida paramedic gets 10 years for raping patient in back of ambulanceA now-former Flagler County Fire Rescue paramedic was sentenced Monday for raping a patient who was unconscious in the back of an ambulance.
These Central Florida cities hold elections in March. Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: These Central Florida cities hold elections in March. Here’s what you need to knowElections aren’t every four years; they happen all the time. 2026 is a midterm year, and some city elections are happening on three days in March in Flagler and Orange counties.
‘High-steaks operation:’ Man steals $4,000 worth of meat from Publix stores, Florida sheriff says
Read full article: ‘High-steaks operation:’ Man steals $4,000 worth of meat from Publix stores, Florida sheriff saysAlvarez Reyna later told detectives that after his stealing spree, he drove to his girlfriend’s residence only to discover she was cooking with another man, which prompted him to toss most of the stolen meat, deputies said.
Eustis police nab person of interest after alleged stabbing at Ferran Park
Read full article: Eustis police nab person of interest after alleged stabbing at Ferran ParkPolice in Eustis said they spent hours hunting for a suspect after an alleged stabbing that happened Tuesday afternoon at Ferran Park.
‘Only control so much:’ Central Florida citrus growers assess damage after days of freezing temperatures
Read full article: ‘Only control so much:’ Central Florida citrus growers assess damage after days of freezing temperaturesAt Showcase of Citrus in Clermont, ice-covered trees remain a rare and unsettling sight. Heavy winds combined with repeated freezing and thawing cycles created conditions farmers say they haven’t dealt with before.
Boil-water notice in Lake County after frozen pipes impact over 800 FGUA customers
Read full article: Boil-water notice in Lake County after frozen pipes impact over 800 FGUA customersFlorida Governmental Utility Authority customers in Lake County were advised of a system-wide boil-water notice after more than 800 people were impacted by frozen pipes that morning.
Brush fire, downed power lines lead to lane closure on SR-44 in Lake County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Brush fire, downed power lines lead to lane closure on SR-44 in Lake County, sheriff’s office saysWestbound State Road 44 was shut down between Eustis and DeLand due to a large brush fire and downed power lines, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
Suspect arrested after shooting at Ocala bar leaves 1 injured, police say
Read full article: Suspect arrested after shooting at Ocala bar leaves 1 injured, police sayA 34‑year‑old man was arrested early Friday after a shooting outside an Ocala bar left another man injured, according to the Ocala Police Department.
Marion County declares state of emergency after 40,000 railroad ties catch fire in Dunnellon
Read full article: Marion County declares state of emergency after 40,000 railroad ties catch fire in DunnellonThe emergency declaration, coordinated with the city of Dunnellon, comes as officials estimate 30,000 to 40,000 railroad ties caught fire early Sunday, prompting immediate response from Marion County Fire Rescue and Hazardous Materials teams.
Residents pack Dunnellon City Hall after railroad tie fire raises health concerns
Read full article: Residents pack Dunnellon City Hall after railroad tie fire raises health concernsResidents packed Dunnellon City Hall Monday night to voice concerns about potential long-term health effects following a railroad tie fire in Marion County that sent thick smoke into nearby neighborhoods.
Internal emails reveal Orlando’s behind‑the‑scenes handling of Lake Eola swan flu outbreak
Read full article: Internal emails reveal Orlando’s behind‑the‑scenes handling of Lake Eola swan flu outbreakInternal emails obtained exclusively by News 6 show how the city of Orlando worked behind the scenes to respond to the recent deaths of dozens of swans at Lake Eola, including how to handle public messaging amid growing concern and what staff described as misinformation online.
2 immigrant detainees released in Orlando as judges slam federal government actions
Read full article: 2 immigrant detainees released in Orlando as judges slam federal government actionsFederal judges in two separate hearings in Orlando on Tuesday admonished U.S. attorneys over immigration cases and released the detainees. They're the latest defendants who have successfully argued that the government is unlawfully detaining them.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom plans temporary closures for Bluey-inspired attraction
Read full article: Disney’s Animal Kingdom plans temporary closures for Bluey-inspired attractionAffection Section has long been a favorite spot where visitors can interact with farm animals like goats, sheep, and pigs. The Wildlife Express Train connects guests to Rafiki’s Planet Watch, a conservation-focused area of the park.
Woman shot in face after offering man ride at Orange County Wawa, deputies say
Read full article: Woman shot in face after offering man ride at Orange County Wawa, deputies sayA 20-year-old man is accused of shooting a woman in the face who offered him a ride outside a Wawa in Orange County early Sunday morning, according to an arrest affidavit.
School closure plan reviewed as Orange County responds to falling enrollment
Read full article: School closure plan reviewed as Orange County responds to falling enrollmentA workshop in Orange County on Tuesday discussed a plan to potentially consolidate seven public schools to deal with falling enrollment.ng enrollment.
Osceola County to hold hearing on Sunbridge Parkway extension project
Read full article: Osceola County to hold hearing on Sunbridge Parkway extension projectThe purpose of the hearing is to allow the public to share their views on the location, conceptual design, and social, economic, and environmental impacts of the proposed improvements.
Hitler photo airing on Osceola High School TV announcements was ‘egregious error,’ principal says
Read full article: Hitler photo airing on Osceola High School TV announcements was ‘egregious error,’ principal saysAn Osceola County school is trying to reassure the community after someone posted a picture of Nazi leader Adolf Hitler on the school’s morning TV announcements.
Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies say
Read full article: Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies sayAn Oviedo man was taken into custody this week after deputies said he was spotted in a "sexual performance" with a vacuum cleaner.
Florida teen arrested after 130 mph motorcycle ride ends in fire on I-4, deputies say
Read full article: Florida teen arrested after 130 mph motorcycle ride ends in fire on I-4, deputies sayAfter fleeing a deputy, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said the 19-year-old's motorcycle later caught fire due to a malfunction, leading to charges including fleeing to elude, reckless driving, and speeding.
Florida deputy removes ‘huge’ frogs from home after 911 caller says she’s ‘deathly afraid’
Read full article: Florida deputy removes ‘huge’ frogs from home after 911 caller says she’s ‘deathly afraid’A 911 caller asks for help getting a frog out of her house because she was "deathly afraid." A Florida deputy helped out!
Seminole County dad gets creative to make it snow in his neighborhood
Read full article: Seminole County dad gets creative to make it snow in his neighborhoodSnow in Central Florida is almost unheard of, but record-low temperatures made it possible for one Seminole County neighborhood to experience a rare winter surprise.
VIDEO: Thermal camera captures crazy cold, perfect preps in Seminole County
Read full article: VIDEO: Thermal camera captures crazy cold, perfect preps in Seminole CountyVideo sent to News 6 by Dave in Seminole County shows his results after prepping for the frigid cold we all woke up to in Central Florida.
‘Definitely changed my vows:’ Seminole County woman honored after saving fiancé after cardiac arrest
Read full article: ‘Definitely changed my vows:’ Seminole County woman honored after saving fiancé after cardiac arrestThe very first person to help Tyler Blankenship was his own fiancé, who firefighters say gave the 30-year-old hands-only CPR until they could get there.
Tampa man killed in crash with semi-tractor in Sumter County, FHP says
Read full article: Tampa man killed in crash with semi-tractor in Sumter County, FHP saysA 19-year-old Tampa man driving a car through Sumter County on Interstate 75 died upon crashing into a semi-tractor, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
10-year-old boy missing from Lake Panasoffkee in Sumter County found safe, deputies say
Read full article: 10-year-old boy missing from Lake Panasoffkee in Sumter County found safe, deputies sayThe Sumter County Sheriff’s Office said a 10-year-old boy who disappeared on Monday morning has been “located safe.”
Volunteers needed for annual homeless count in Central Florida
Read full article: Volunteers needed for annual homeless count in Central FloridaThe groups that coordinate services for Central Florida’s homeless community need volunteers to take the annual census. Find out when the Point-In-Time Count is happening where you live, and help out.
Daytona Beach man sentenced to 27 years in prison for sex trafficking, abuse of women
Read full article: Daytona Beach man sentenced to 27 years in prison for sex trafficking, abuse of womenAccording to court documents, Smith recruited the two victims separately in 2021 and 2022 by offering narcotics and money-making opportunities.
Good Samaritan receives award for saving teen from knife-wielding attacker in DeLand
Read full article: Good Samaritan receives award for saving teen from knife-wielding attacker in DeLandDeLand city officials honored a local man Monday night for his quick action in saving a 13-year-old boy from what DeLand police described as a knife attack at a bus stop last month.
Freezing weather threatens Pierson fern farms
Read full article: Freezing weather threatens Pierson fern farmsAbout 80% of the green foliage sold in bouquets across the U.S. and Canada comes from northeast Volusia County. Companies growing ferns are watching the weather closely because freezing conditions can kill plants before their busiest season.
Driver killed in crash with railroad crossing in Volusia County, troopers say
Read full article: Driver killed in crash with railroad crossing in Volusia County, troopers sayA man died in Volusia County when his car crashed into a railroad crossing gate arm support pole, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
MORE LOCAL NEWS
No ‘schedule pressure’ after Arteis II moon mission delay, NASA says
Read full article: No ‘schedule pressure’ after Arteis II moon mission delay, NASA saysNASA’s associate administrator, the agency’s highest ranking civil servant, says there’s no pressure to launch a long-awaited crewed mission around the moon following a new delay to the lunar fly-by.
Osceola County to hold hearing on Sunbridge Parkway extension project
Read full article: Osceola County to hold hearing on Sunbridge Parkway extension projectThe purpose of the hearing is to allow the public to share their views on the location, conceptual design, and social, economic, and environmental impacts of the proposed improvements.
These programs offer help for seniors, low-income residents pay their energy bills during cold snap
Read full article: These programs offer help for seniors, low-income residents pay their energy bills during cold snapA set of federally funded programs offers emergency assistance to low‑income residents and seniors struggling with rising energy costs — a concern heightened by the recent cold snap in Central Florida.
Eustis police nab person of interest after alleged stabbing at Ferran Park
Read full article: Eustis police nab person of interest after alleged stabbing at Ferran ParkPolice in Eustis said they spent hours hunting for a suspect after an alleged stabbing that happened Tuesday afternoon at Ferran Park.
Woman shot in face after offering man ride at Orange County Wawa, deputies say
Read full article: Woman shot in face after offering man ride at Orange County Wawa, deputies sayA 20-year-old man is accused of shooting a woman in the face who offered him a ride outside a Wawa in Orange County early Sunday morning, according to an arrest affidavit.
Brevard Public Schools warns of disciplinary action for student walkouts amid nationwide ICE protests
Read full article: Brevard Public Schools warns of disciplinary action for student walkouts amid nationwide ICE protestsIn a letter sent to families on Tuesday, School Board Chair Matt Susin said the district was made aware of a proposed student-led walkout that was promoted at three high schools.
Daytona Beach man sentenced to 27 years in prison for sex trafficking, abuse of women
Read full article: Daytona Beach man sentenced to 27 years in prison for sex trafficking, abuse of womenAccording to court documents, Smith recruited the two victims separately in 2021 and 2022 by offering narcotics and money-making opportunities.
School closure plan reviewed as Orange County responds to falling enrollment
Read full article: School closure plan reviewed as Orange County responds to falling enrollmentA workshop in Orange County on Tuesday discussed a plan to potentially consolidate seven public schools to deal with falling enrollment.ng enrollment.
Everything about NASA Artemis II moon mission: Space shuttle parts, delays, astronauts, more
Read full article: Everything about NASA Artemis II moon mission: Space shuttle parts, delays, astronauts, moreArtemis II will send four astronauts around the moon in the first crewed flight test of the Space Launch System rocket and the Orion Spacecraft.
Victim of 1990 child rape can pursue negligence lawsuit against city of Melbourne
Read full article: Victim of 1990 child rape can pursue negligence lawsuit against city of MelbourneA judge rules that a Brevard County woman who claims police mishandled a sexual battery investigation after she was raped as a child in 1990 can pursue a negligence lawsuit against the City of Melbourne.
‘Only control so much:’ Central Florida citrus growers assess damage after days of freezing temperatures
Read full article: ‘Only control so much:’ Central Florida citrus growers assess damage after days of freezing temperaturesAt Showcase of Citrus in Clermont, ice-covered trees remain a rare and unsettling sight. Heavy winds combined with repeated freezing and thawing cycles created conditions farmers say they haven’t dealt with before.
Frigid cold brought something else to Central Florida: A worsening drought
Read full article: Frigid cold brought something else to Central Florida: A worsening droughtThe freeze has been freezing indeed, but another factor has really started to blossom despite the focus being on the frigid cold temperatures.