CENTRAL FLORIDA NEWS
News 6 meteorologist discusses Central Florida cold weather punch
Read full article: News 6 meteorologist discusses Central Florida cold weather punchLayering up will be important over the next week or so. News 6 Meteorologist David Nazario says Central Floridians should keep the wind chill in mind because that's what it'll make it feel like it's really cold outside.
2 killed in head-on crash with wrong-way driver in Lake County, FHP says
Read full article: 2 killed in head-on crash with wrong-way driver in Lake County, FHP saysA man and a woman were killed in a head-on crash with a driver who attempted to overtake traffic in a no-passing zone in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Busy weather week ahead as temperatures plummet. Will severe weather return?
Read full article: Busy weather week ahead as temperatures plummet. Will severe weather return?Our next two frontal systems could create some weather ruckus not only bringing frigid arctic temperatures, but the chance we get a stray strong thunderstorm or two as they cut across our viewing area.
Florida man arrested after woman’s body found along Brevard County road
Read full article: Florida man arrested after woman’s body found along Brevard County roadDetectives reported that she had been shot to death, and the investigation revealed that she had been in a romantic relationship with 22-year-old Travion Dean.
‘Can’t thank everybody enough:’ Melbourne officer burned in house fire prepares to return to work
Read full article: ‘Can’t thank everybody enough:’ Melbourne officer burned in house fire prepares to return to workA police officer who got burned saving his dog when their house caught on fire is almost ready to go back to work, with the help of the community.
Sonar team finds body of Brevard County woman who disappeared 10 years ago
Read full article: Sonar team finds body of Brevard County woman who disappeared 10 years agoYekaterina Belaya went out to a store on Sept. 28, 2014, and never returned to her Melbourne home. Ten years later, investigators say her body has been found at the bottom of a retention pond not far from her home.
Construction resumes on seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties
Read full article: Construction resumes on seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler countiesThe Florida Department of Transportation has resumed construction on its critical buried seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Every election for Central Florida voters in 2025
Read full article: Every election for Central Florida voters in 2025If you think elections are once every four years, think again. They’re not even only in November. In Florida, voters potentially have at least one election every year. That’s because many local governments have elections in “off” years, and 2025 is no exception.
Want to talk to your Florida lawmakers? How to attend county delegation meetings in January
Read full article: Want to talk to your Florida lawmakers? How to attend county delegation meetings in JanuaryNext month, Central Floridians will be able to meet all of their lawmakers in one room and tell them what they want the Florida Legislature to do. Here's how.
2 killed in head-on crash with wrong-way driver in Lake County, FHP says
Read full article: 2 killed in head-on crash with wrong-way driver in Lake County, FHP saysA man and a woman were killed in a head-on crash with a driver who attempted to overtake traffic in a no-passing zone in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Lake County daycare closes amid massive rent hike, leaving families scrambling
Read full article: Lake County daycare closes amid massive rent hike, leaving families scramblingFamilies in Lake County are facing uncertainty after the sudden announcement that the Waterman Early Learning Academy will shut its doors on Jan. 10.
BUNDLE UP! Coldest weather in years to arrive in Central Florida with major cold blast. Here’s what to know
Read full article: BUNDLE UP! Coldest weather in years to arrive in Central Florida with major cold blast. Here’s what to knowA one, two punch is expected to move into the area over the next 10 days, ushering in some of the coldest weather we have seen in years.
Teen turns himself in after attempted robbery in Marion County, deputies say
Read full article: Teen turns himself in after attempted robbery in Marion County, deputies sayA 15-year-old boy accused of attempted robbery in Marion County turned himself in after his mother recognized him on deputies’ social media and drove him to the sheriff’s office, according to investigators.
Every election for Central Florida voters in 2025
Read full article: Every election for Central Florida voters in 2025If you think elections are once every four years, think again. They’re not even only in November. In Florida, voters potentially have at least one election every year. That’s because many local governments have elections in “off” years, and 2025 is no exception.
Orlando solar salesman accused of stealing $37K from Ormond Beach couple, deputies say
Read full article: Orlando solar salesman accused of stealing $37K from Ormond Beach couple, deputies sayA 36-year-old Orlando man faces charges after deputies said he collected a $37,044 cash payment for a solar project on a Volusia County home, then disappeared with the money.
Man shot by Orlando police officer has died, officials say
Read full article: Man shot by Orlando police officer has died, officials sayA man who was shot near a gas station by an Orlando police officer has since died due to “unknown complications,” according to a statement from the police department.
‘Got to keep it open:’ College Park Cafe owners keep going despite fire, money problems
Read full article: ‘Got to keep it open:’ College Park Cafe owners keep going despite fire, money problemsThe charred remains of a stove at an Orlando cafe sit outside after a Christmas Eve fire torched it. College Park Cafe is one of the oldest diners in the Orlando area, dating back to the 1940s. The staff and the community didn’t want the beloved restaurant’s legacy to end.
Hungerford lawsuit dismissed as Eatonville activists plan next move
Read full article: Hungerford lawsuit dismissed as Eatonville activists plan next moveA judge has dismissed a lawsuit over the site of a historic school for Black students in Eatonville, but the future of the property remains uncertain.
‘We get to be the voice:’ Families urge Orange County drivers against distracted, impaired driving
Read full article: ‘We get to be the voice:’ Families urge Orange County drivers against distracted, impaired drivingTwo families whose daughters were killed in car crashes are working with the Orange County Tax Collector’s Office to spread awareness about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.
Orlando doctor faces $10,000 fine for violating Florida abortion law
Read full article: Orlando doctor faces $10,000 fine for violating Florida abortion lawThe Florida Board of Medicine imposes a $10,000 fine and reprimands a physician who did not comply in 2022 with a law requiring 24-hour waiting periods before abortions can be performed.
Driver killed, Orange County deputy injured in crash on Florida Turnpike
Read full article: Driver killed, Orange County deputy injured in crash on Florida TurnpikeInvestigators explained that the crash happened Thursday evening, involving an Orange County Sheriff’s Office truck and another car.
Orlando solar salesman accused of stealing $37K from Ormond Beach couple, deputies say
Read full article: Orlando solar salesman accused of stealing $37K from Ormond Beach couple, deputies sayA 36-year-old Orlando man faces charges after deputies said he collected a $37,044 cash payment for a solar project on a Volusia County home, then disappeared with the money.
Every election for Central Florida voters in 2025
Read full article: Every election for Central Florida voters in 2025If you think elections are once every four years, think again. They’re not even only in November. In Florida, voters potentially have at least one election every year. That’s because many local governments have elections in “off” years, and 2025 is no exception.
Want to talk to your Florida lawmakers? How to attend county delegation meetings in January
Read full article: Want to talk to your Florida lawmakers? How to attend county delegation meetings in JanuaryNext month, Central Floridians will be able to meet all of their lawmakers in one room and tell them what they want the Florida Legislature to do. Here's how.
Habitat for Humanity, volunteers gift playhouses to Central Florida families for holiday season
Read full article: Habitat for Humanity, volunteers gift playhouses to Central Florida families for holiday seasonHabitat for Humanity is usually known for building forever homes, but this time the houses are a little smaller.
Orlando solar salesman accused of stealing $37K from Ormond Beach couple, deputies say
Read full article: Orlando solar salesman accused of stealing $37K from Ormond Beach couple, deputies sayA 36-year-old Orlando man faces charges after deputies said he collected a $37,044 cash payment for a solar project on a Volusia County home, then disappeared with the money.
Volusia County Schools employee accused of firing ‘warning shot’ at police in Kentucky
Read full article: Volusia County Schools employee accused of firing ‘warning shot’ at police in KentuckyA Port Orange high school employee is accused of firing a “warning shot” through a window at two Louisville Metro police officers while visiting family in Kentucky.
Construction resumes on seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties
Read full article: Construction resumes on seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler countiesThe Florida Department of Transportation has resumed construction on its critical buried seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties.
Man bitten by bear cub in Orange City while trying to break up fight with his dog
Read full article: Man bitten by bear cub in Orange City while trying to break up fight with his dogA man was bitten by a bear cub in Orange City while trying to separate the bear and his dog, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
18-year-old driver killed, passenger hurt in rollover crash near Pierson
Read full article: 18-year-old driver killed, passenger hurt in rollover crash near PiersonAn 18-year-old man was killed and his passenger was hurt in a rollover crash near Pierson, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
MORE LOCAL NEWS
‘Got to keep it open:’ College Park Cafe owners keep going despite fire, money problems
Read full article: ‘Got to keep it open:’ College Park Cafe owners keep going despite fire, money problemsThe charred remains of a stove at an Orlando cafe sit outside after a Christmas Eve fire torched it. College Park Cafe is one of the oldest diners in the Orlando area, dating back to the 1940s. The staff and the community didn’t want the beloved restaurant’s legacy to end.
Hungerford lawsuit dismissed as Eatonville activists plan next move
Read full article: Hungerford lawsuit dismissed as Eatonville activists plan next moveA judge has dismissed a lawsuit over the site of a historic school for Black students in Eatonville, but the future of the property remains uncertain.
‘We get to be the voice:’ Families urge Orange County drivers against distracted, impaired driving
Read full article: ‘We get to be the voice:’ Families urge Orange County drivers against distracted, impaired drivingTwo families whose daughters were killed in car crashes are working with the Orange County Tax Collector’s Office to spread awareness about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.
Orlando doctor faces $10,000 fine for violating Florida abortion law
Read full article: Orlando doctor faces $10,000 fine for violating Florida abortion lawThe Florida Board of Medicine imposes a $10,000 fine and reprimands a physician who did not comply in 2022 with a law requiring 24-hour waiting periods before abortions can be performed.
4-year-old Orlando boy with rare condition honored by NFL coach with ‘My Cause My Cleats’ campaign
Read full article: 4-year-old Orlando boy with rare condition honored by NFL coach with ‘My Cause My Cleats’ campaignOne Orlando family shared their story to raise awareness about a rare condition.
Central Florida hospitals report surge in norovirus cases. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Central Florida hospitals report surge in norovirus cases. Here’s what to knowNorovirus, often referred to as the “stomach bug,” is a highly contagious virus that affects the gastrointestinal system, causing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and loss of appetite.
Construction resumes on seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties
Read full article: Construction resumes on seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler countiesThe Florida Department of Transportation has resumed construction on its critical buried seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties.
VA announces GI Bill benefits expansion for veterans who served multiple periods
Read full article: VA announces GI Bill benefits expansion for veterans who served multiple periodsVeterans who served multiple periods of military service, like those who reenlisted, are now eligible for up to an additional 12 months of education benefits.
Man bitten by bear cub in Orange City while trying to break up fight with his dog
Read full article: Man bitten by bear cub in Orange City while trying to break up fight with his dogA man was bitten by a bear cub in Orange City while trying to separate the bear and his dog, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.