Jayna Manohalal

More swans have died at Lake Eola, and the city of Orlando has confirmed avian flu is responsible, raising growing concerns among residents who consider the birds a symbol of downtown.

Lake County commissioners have approved a new noise ordinance aimed at restoring peace at Silver Glen Springs, one of the county’s most popular natural attractions.

Orlando officials said on Monday that “the deaths of several different birds” at Lake Eola Park were found to be positive for Avian flu after two more swans were found dead at Lake Eola on Sunday.

Edgewater city leaders are expected to discuss a $14.7 million grant aimed at repairing two canals that residents say frequently flood during heavy rain.

Holiday 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.

Orlando’s final college bowl game of 2025 took place on New Year’s Eve at Camping World Stadium, drawing thousands of fans for the Cheez-It Bowl — and for many, the decision to spend the day at the stadium instead of downtown Orlando was an easy one.

City officials confirmed Wednesday that 11 birds, including nine swans, an anhinga and an ibis, have died at Lake Eola, though the cause of death remains unknown.

For years, Orlando’s New Year’s Eve celebration was centered in the heart of downtown, drawing thousands into the bar district for the Orange Ball Drop. Now, the orange ball is staged in Thornton Park, where it will drop for the second year in a row — roughly a mile from where the celebration was once held.

Two new animal-related laws aimed at protecting pets and giving owners more clarity are set to take effect in Florida starting Jan. 1.

Nearly 600 flights were delayed at Orlando International Airport as weather disruptions across the country rippled into Central Florida, complicating post-holiday travel and raising concerns for thousands of visitors arriving for the Pop-Tarts Bowl.

For travelers leaving town for the holidays, Christmas Eve, and even Christmas Day, may be the best time to fly.

Orange County now leads the state of Florida in reported cases of Legionnaires’ disease, as questions grow about whether residents and workers may have been exposed at more than one location.