40 years ago today something happened that changed space flight procedures and missions forever.

At Amber Brooke Farms on Wednesday, workers were on the property to ensure the sprinklers ran throughout the night and into the early morning.

A powerful surge of Arctic air is coming to Central Florida. Here's a full guide of everything to know about shelters, how to prepare your home and more.

Central Florida is heading into one of its coldest stretches in years, with a rare hard freeze increasingly likely. What you do now could make all the difference for your garden.

Freezing cold weather in Florida sends manatees in search of warmer waters.

Central Florida is heading into one of its coldest stretches in years.

Last week, half a dozen eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Firefighters and paramedics are often the first to arrive at scenes most people never witness — fatal fires, serious crashes and medical emergencies involving children. Now, Orange County leaders are offering a new resource to protect their mental health.

Lt. Dave Williams said with the prolonged cold snap, Seminole County firefighters are expecting to see more calls for people exposed to the weather.

Marion County on Tuesday could become the next district in Central Florida to utilize weapons detection systems on campuses.

News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve answers viewer questions and shares tips about the rules of the road in Florida.

It's going to be a crazy cold week in Florida. Like, crazy cold.

It will be cold enough for snow in Florida, but what about the moisture?

Central Florida could see it's coldest stretch since 2010.

You have probably seen by now a freeze watch, or a cold weather advisory, or maybe even a freeze warning dash across your television screen or burst forth on your phones screen. But if you're out and about today, you'll notice its still a little warm and absolutely humid. National Weather Service is giving us as much lead time as possible ahead of the big freeze. What does lead time mean for you and your loved ones?

Freeze watches, cold weather advisories and a few freeze warnings are already in place. But what lies ahead is something you want to be extra prepared for as the coldest air we've seen invades Florida.

This kind of prolonged cold is rare for Central Florida and increases the risk for frost and freeze impacts through the majority of the week.

The weather in Florida is about to FLIP out.

Trooper Steve on Patrol previews this week's St. Cloud Police Department hiring event. Here's what to know.

We saw some records met and exceeded today in Central Florida, but we've got an excessive blast of cold air coming in hot on it's trail. Here's what you need to know.

Central Florida surges toward near-record heat and gusty winds Sunday, a stark contrast to the freezing conditions gripping much of the country. A powerful cold front then brings a sharp turnaround, ushering in a prolonged stretch of chilly, winterlike weather.

Human trafficking often hides in plain sight. In Central Florida, one survivor shared her story to make sure those victims are not forgotten.

When you think of all of the unique products that come from Florida, do you think of a color that falls somewhere between blue and violet and was widely used as a natural dye?

A winter storm is impacting a good majority of the United States. While it isn't cold, icy, or snowy here in town, we're still feeling the influence in the form of well above normal temps. It gets better from there over the next few days.

Central Florida is expected to see near-record warmth this weekend before a strong cold front arrives, bringing cooler temperatures and morning lows in the upper 30s for next week.

A state House candidate and disability advocate in Central Florida is now under fire after a viral video caught him shouting a racial slur at 7-Eleven employees.

A taste of record heat this weekend gives way to a wake-up temperatures in the 20s and 30s next week.

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I'm Brooke Savage, the writer behind the "Setting The Stage" newsletter, with what's going on in Central Florida's theatre and art scene.

Fans of Nintendo’s smash-hit video game “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” have something to look forward to in February as the Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour is back for another year, this time with a Central Florida location.

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From manatees to space missions, craft brews to cat yoga—6 ways to soak up the sunshine this weekend

If you’ve ever pulled into a parking lot and thought, "I’m too tired to drive, can I just sleep here for a bit?" you’re not alone.

High pressure remains in control as Central Florida sees a warmup.

High pressure remains in control as Central Florida sees a warmup.

Last week, eight Central Florida eateries were forced to close after a visit from a state health inspector, according to state records.

The State Board of Education on Wednesday took up a report that showed the greatest needs for teachers. For example, about 8,900 of the 37,200 total English courses taught in Florida's public schools had teachers during the 2024-2025 school year not certified in the field, according to the report.

The 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.

Our temperatures refuse to stay the course as we continue towards the end of January. As we get into early February, it looks like the chilly winter time conditions will stick around with us. Here's why you should grab hold of those new year resolutions and get moving!

Orange County Democrats are opposing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operating in Central Florida and potentially opening a detention facility in Orlando.

The headline in recent days has been a big-time warm up coming to our area. But is it going to stick? I don't like to be the bearer of bad news, but it looks like February is set to welcome us with open, chilly arms.

While the next few days favor a warmer setup, changes late this weekend could bring another round of unsettled weather and cooler air.

A recent arrest in Flagler County underscores how online predators are evolving their methods to target children beyond traditional social media platforms.

If you’ve been driving down the road at night and wondered to yourself, “Why are these streetlights purple?” — we have your answer.

If you’ve ever been pulled over and heard the words ‘this is a moving violation,’ you probably knew it wasn’t good news,” he said. “But many Florida drivers aren’t exactly sure what separates a moving violation from a non-moving one, and that difference can affect your license, your insurance, and your wallet.

Central Florida settles into a quieter weather pattern before a steady warming trend begins. Here's what to know

While many people spent Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at home, thousands of volunteers across Central Florida marked the holiday with service — packing meals for families facing hunger.

Arizona is the unanimous No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll for the first time.

Despite the bitter morning cold, sunshine will dominate Monday as dry air settles in behind Sunday’s front.

Florida is one of the deadliest states for pedestrians, with Central Florida especially dangerous. An Osceola County state representative is pushing a bill to increase technology at crosswalks around the state.

Another cold front will usher in Arctic air again across Central Florida.

A strong cold front is bringing a freeze warning, high winds, and scattered rain to Central Florida, with temperatures expected to dip into the upper 20s and 30s.

Arizona overcame foul trouble to star forward Koa Peat with a hounding defensive effort to beat UCF 84-77 on the road.

Hundreds gathered in downtown Orlando for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade, kicking off a weekend of celebrations across Central Florida honoring the civil rights leader’s legacy.

Central Florida warms up briefly before a freeze watch goes into effect.

Following an Arctic blast that sent most of Central Florida to freezing or below, a second system could bring snow to parts of the Southeast, including the Florida panhandle. Hurricane Hunters are investigating.

News 6 asked how U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost confirmed ICE’s activity in the area.

Many locations experienced multiple hours at or below 32 degrees, making this a rare and impactful cold snap for the region.

After a brief warmup this weekend, another cold front brings rain chances followed by another round of chilly mornings early next week.

The owners of Yummi Harvest are on edge. It’s all due to the threat of the extreme cold expected in the northern counties of Central Florida. Those counties include both Lake and Marion counties. Yummi Harvest sits on the border of both.

In a video posted to Instagram Thursday, Congressman Maxwell Frost (D - FL) responded to rumors about a heavy presence of agents with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Central Florida by saying he can confirm that the agency has deployed agents here and that ICE has made “pretty large” hotel reservations in the area.

With a sharp cold front moving through Central Florida on Thursday night, Florida Power & Light has released some tips about how to save on heating costs.

As Central Florida braces for a cold spell unlike we've seen in a little while, a few years in fact, there's an interesting feature catching the attention of tropical meteorologists like myself. Here's another piece of unique news to start your mid-January.

A sharp cold front moving through Central Florida will send temperatures falling quickly.

Whether you’re craving seafood, shopping for your dream car, or taking the kids out for live music and festivities, there’s something here for everyone.

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A strong cold front is pushing through Central Florida, bringing in the coldest air in years.

Friday is still a workday for a lot of us despite Martin Luther King Day approaching next Monday. We'll need to not only make sure our vehicles are warmed up, but drivable! Here's a common issue when temps drop as fast as they are likely for the end of the week.

Snow in Florida...again? It could happen

Irish dance champions, including performers from 'Lord of the Dance' and 'Riverdance', are bringing 'A Taste of Ireland' to Central Florida as part of a world tour.

Here's when to expect freezing and even below-freezing temps in Central Florida.

A blast of Arctic air moving into Central Florida may cause more problems than normal.

Florida’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.

With rare prolonged cold, exposed pipes could become a real concern when temperatures sit below freezing for more than 4-6 hours.

Central Florida will see a brief round of much needed showers, but it will quickly be followed by a sharp surge of cold air!

Over 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.

Freeze watch issued for all of Central Florida

The coldest air in years is about to blast into Central Florida.

Temperatures on Friday dropped to their lowest in a while, and we expect more cold weather on the way starting Sunday and into next week. Shelters for people who need to stay somewhere warmer are available across Central Florida.

Temperatures are expected to start dropping Thursday through the weekend as a cold front sends lows across Central Florida into the 30s for Friday. Some counties in our area are already announcing when cold weather shelters will open for the weekend.

A blast of rain followed by much colder air could bring a noticeable dip to pollen levels across Central Florida.

Florida will see several fronts, increasing rain chances and a significant surge of cold air.

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions about the rules of the road in Florida.

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions about the rules of the road in Florida.

The coldest air of the season is set to arrive in Central Florida.

While it may not feel dangerous in the moment, driving slowly in the left lane can actually contribute to congestion, aggressive driving, and even crashes as faster-moving vehicles are forced to pass on the right or weave through traffic.

Big changes are ahead in Florida's forecast.

Truancy is a significant issue across Central Florida, where six counties—Flagler, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola and Volusia—have rates above the state average for students missing 21 or more days. To intervene early, legislators are considering HB 1181 and SB 1190, which would create a mandatory alert system. This system would require school districts to notify parents when students reach truancy levels.

Major acts are poised to keep Central Florida’s concert streak going in 2026, with a packed calendar taking shape as the region readies for another year of big‑name shows.

A local roofing company stepped in to help an Apopka family who lost tens of thousands of dollars after a roofing company cashed their insurance check but never replaced their roof.

The frustration surrounding the Minneapolis driver shot and killed by ICE officers this week has sparked thousands of protests nationwide, including here in Central Florida.

Near-record warmth on Saturday, then a cold blast arrives Monday morning.

A big decision is coming for families at one Central Florida elementary school. Parents at Orange Center Elementary are being asked to vote on whether to keep the school as a traditional public school or convert it into a charter.

When Windermere’s qualifying period closed Friday at noon, three candidates had qualified to run for the three open seats on the town council. With no challengers, Windermere will not hold an election on March 10.

In winter, the dry air works against you—pulling heat away from your body and making 50 degrees feel far colder than the number suggest

According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, not a single region in California is currently classified as being in drought or even abnormally dry.

Fog is very common in Florida during the cooler months, especially in late fall and winter.

We’re starting the weekend flirting with record-breaking warmth in Central Florida.

During the week of New Year’s, half a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close temporarily over health violations, according to the state’s DBPR.

More than dozens of students are now being forced to find new classrooms, and teachers are packing up with no severance and few answers this week after their Central Florida charter school, Legends Academy, shut its doors for good.