Florida's worst drought in 25 years is leading to dangerous quicksand-like conditions for farm animals in Central Florida.

A soggy setup is locked in across Central Florida, keeping rounds of heavy tropical downpours around. That pattern has already led to impressive rainfall totals, especially along the coastline.

The pair told officers they covered the animal with the sheet after learning that possessing an alligator is illegal in Florida, FWC said.

A messy and impactful stretch of weather is unfolding across Central Florida, with heavy rain and gusty winds remaining a concern through the midweek.

Florida homeowners are no strangers to high insurance costs. But it turns out that two other states may have it even tougher.

Much-needed rain is expected to continue across parts of Central Florida through at least the middle of the week. Here's what to expect.

La Niña is fading; El Niño is about to burst on the scene.

Central Florida is heading into an unsettled stretch of weather this week as a front drops into our area Monday afternoon.

A West Orlando food distribution organized by Southeastern Food Bank helped more than 700 families as rising gas and grocery prices drive more Central Florida residents to seek food assistance.

Rain chances increase Easter Sunday and next week in Central Florida.

Since Florida’s crackdown on ‘super speeders’ started in July, hundreds of people have been arrested all over Central Florida for driving dangerously fast. But what happens when a driver is caught going 100 mph or more — or 50 mph or more over the posted speed limit — twice?

In Central Florida, prices are climbing even higher — reaching $4.22 per gallon ahead of the Easter weekend.

Warm temperatures are expected across Central Florida with a few isolated showers possible.

Sanford officials temporarily closed Paw Park to treat a surge of tussock caterpillars after reports of skin irritation and concerns about pet safety, with plans to reopen the park Friday afternoon.

Celebrate the season with festive Easter fun, family adventures, and exciting events happening all across Central Florida.

On this episode of Are We There Yet? with the News 6 Insiders, Kara heads to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex with a look at the excitement around Artemis II, Joey captures the famous monkeys at Silver Springs, and Kaia stops at The Wharf in Kissimmee to try their epic Tomahawk Steak. Drop your Central Florida picks in the comments—we might just take your suggestion and head there next.

We took a drive out to Titusville—one of the most popular viewing areas along the Space Coast—to focus on something just as important as the launch itself: traffic safety.

Weather is a GO for a historic launch as Artemis II is set to lift off Wednesday evening. A more unsettled pattern begins to build later this week, bringing higher rain chances.

It’s a popular joke in Central Florida that some residents of The Villages have been seen with loofahs on their vehicles. But is there any truth to the rumors?

There’s a major recall going on in Florida after several products were found with “metal fragments,” according to the FDA.

Dutch Bros Coffee has announced a new location set to open in Central Florida.

Ashley Tyer’s family is sharing the last moments they had with her, while friends, co-workers and neighbors gather with food, prayers and stories to honor her life—and to keep pushing for justice.

Demonstrators rallied across Central Florida on Saturday as part of coordinated “No Kings” protests — including a large turnout in downtown Orlando.

After a mainly sunny and warm end to the work week, the weekend is going to look and feel very different.

“A slap in the face.” That’s how leaders of a union representing Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers across Central Florida are reacting after Gov. Ron DeSantis publicly questioned the agency’s role during the ongoing partial government shutdown.

A wind advisory takes effect Saturday, with gusts expected to reach up to 40 mph.

A warm end to the week in Central Florida but changes arrive this weekend as a cold front brings rain, gusty winds, and a slight cooldown.

One of Central Florida's mainstay theme parks announced this week that it's closed a longtime attraction.

On Thursday, the U.S. Census Bureau released a new report showing where people are moving — and one Central Florida city had the biggest boom nationwide.

Three airports in Florida take part in a private security program.

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Some relief from the rain—but the drought isn’t done, and the wet season isn’t here yet.

A few spotty showers and storms return this week before a cold front ushers in cooler, windy weather this weekend.

In a release, the company announced that the first customers in line will receive a Winn-Dixie "mystery gift card" of up to $100.

Last week, U.S. News & World Report released its list of the best small towns to visit in the U.S. for 2026.

Across Central Florida, job seekers are packing job fairs with résumés and optimism—but many say it’s taking longer to land an offer.

A Cypress Creek High School senior with a 3.86 GPA was honored as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s Youth of the Year

On today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, I had the chance to roll through Sanford with Paul Williams, the founder of one of Central Florida’s most unique and impactful events: the 14th Annual Sanford Pints n’ Paws Craft Beer Festival.

Scattered storms and heavy rain are possible today across Central Florida, with another cooldown on the way this weekend.

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

Our state is losing more and more rural and natural land every year. And each new project takes a bit of Florida’s iconic landscape with it.

Central Florida will see rain chances increase Tuesday as a weak front moves in, bringing scattered showers, a few storms, and the potential for locally heavy rain along the coast into the night.

After slipping nearly three years ago in a Publix store, a Central Florida woman has now won just under $4 million in a lawsuit against the company, according to court records obtained by News 6.

Instead of rolling around Central Florida in Results-1, I climbed into the passenger seat of a real, active patrol car with the Casselberry Police Department.

Central Florida will stay warm and mostly dry to start the week, but a weak front will bring scattered showers and a few storms Tuesday and Wednesday.

Central Florida is settling into a stretch of warm and mostly dry weather to start the week, before a weak front brings a few showers midweek and another front approaches next weekend.

Dry conditions will keep fire risk elevated through Monday

The late-season chill is finally backing off for the last weekend of spring break in Central Florida.

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

Central Florida faces a high rip current risk as breezy spring conditions create beach hazards and elevated wind gusts. Here's what Pinpoint Weather is tracking for the weekend and beyond.

Expect Friday to be a close match to what Central Florida saw Thursday.

From festivals to foam parties, your weekend is covered.

Burn bans remain in effect across several areas

Many Central Florida cities are starting off in the 30s and 40s on Wednesday.

Six Florida supermarkets are set to become Winn-Dixie stores, according to the company this week.

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

News 6 meteorologist Julie Broughton says Central Florida could tie record cool high temperatures set over a century ago. Unseasonably cold air has moved in after a strong cold front, with a gradual warm-up expected this weekend.

Highs fall well below the normal 79 degrees, with chilly mornings and a gradual warmup into the weekend

The large swings in the temperature department have been the calling card of the winter to date.

Strong storms are moving through Central Florida.

Strong storms are moving through Central Florida.

The News 6 Weather Team has declared Monday a Weather Alert Day. Central Florida is under a Level 2 Slight Risk for severe weather from the Storm Prediction Center as a strong cold front moves south across the state.

The News 6 Weather Team has declared Monday a Weather Alert Day. Central Florida is under a Level 2 Slight Risk for severe weather from the Storm Prediction Center as a strong cold front moves south across the state.

Storms and rain didn’t stop some cities from tying heat records

News 6’s meteorologist reports strong storms, heavy rain, and big temperature swings ahead for Central Florida through Monday, with the potential for hazardous conditions including damaging winds and hail.

Rain chances stay high Sunday and Monday before cooler air arrives Tuesday

Central Florida is in for soggy weather with the potential for severe storms Sunday and Monday, followed by a notable drop in temperatures as a cold front moves through, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.

Drivers across Central Florida are feeling the impact of rising gas prices following recent U.S. attacks on Iran.

After a cold front moved through Thursday, Central Florida is enjoying a cooler and drier end to the workweek.

Following an attack on one of the nation’s largest synagogues in Michigan, Jewish leaders in Central Florida say they are checking on their extended community while also taking steps to strengthen local security.

A measles case was confirmed in Osceola County, according to the latest data from the Florida Department of Health, the first for Central Florida this year. Florida now has 132 measles cases so far this year, compared to 7 in 2025.

Scattered rain is expected across Central Florida this weekend with cooler temperatures arriving next week, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.

What do you do when you come across country to see a rocket launch to the moon from Florida's Space Coast, and then the launch doesn't happen?

The Central Florida man accused of operating a “Ponzi Scheme” is now facing a class-action lawsuit.

Much-needed rain is pushing through Central Florida ahead of a cold front.

Some counties have recently been upgraded from moderate to severe drought as the region continues to see a lack of meaningful rainfall.

Will the record-breaking heat continue this week?

Central Florida will see rain chances increase Thursday as a cold front moves across the the area in the afternoon and evening, bringing scattered showers, a few storms, and gusty winds.

A recent report reveals that Florida is the top destination for fleeing NYC residents.

A Central Florida grandmother is demanding justice after deputies say a teenager intentionally ran over and killed her 17-year-old grandson in Orlando last November.

A warm and quiet evening is ahead across Central Florida, but changes arrive Thursday as a cold front moves through with a line of showers and a few storms.

A cold front will move across Central Florida Thursday afternoon and evening, bringing a round of showers and thunderstorms with locally heavy downpours.

Central Florida is in for another round of near record heat today before storms return with a cold front late Thursday.

Last week, seven more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Central Florida is heading into a stretch of near-record heat through midweek, followed by storms with a cold front late in the week, and a cooler pattern develops heading into spring break.

SpaceX is gearing up to launch its Falcon 9 rocket from Florida's Space Coast early Tuesday morning.

Two of the candidates in Apopka’s mayoral race went before a judge Monday, less than 24 hours before Election Day. Incumbent Mayor Bryan Nelson is suing to have Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore’s candidacy declared invalid.

Central Florida could see both warm and cooler weather during spring break week. Forecast trends show a warm start with a possible midweek cooldown.

Several Central Florida cities have started using them, including Orlando, Orange County, Osceola County, Mount Dora and Eustis.

Isolated sea breeze storms are possible this afternoon.

Orlando is on track for its first 90-degree day of the year, followed by a cold front bringing scattered rain and cooler, more seasonal temperatures. Get the latest details from News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.

Central Florida’s weather is about to swing from summerlike heat and storms to a more springlike pattern with a cold front on the horizon next week.

Warm weekend weather expected across Central Florida, with daytime highs well above average and just a slight chance of isolated rain. A cold front is expected to bring cooler temperatures and increased rain chances by Thursday.

Central Florida is heading into a warm and mostly dry weekend, but if you’re headed to the beach, be careful. A high risk of rip currents will continue this weekend as steady onshore winds keep surf conditions rough at times.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops gives you updates on Central Florida attractions.

Central Florida is getting an early taste of summer just as Daylight Saving Time begins.

A vacant lot on Goldenrod Road could soon become the site of a new homeless shelter in Orange County. The county is considering a plan to build a 150-bed, full-service facility, but some neighbors say they have questions about security and how the program would work.

A summer-like pattern is settling into east Central Florida, bringing unseasonably warm temperatures and the return of spotty afternoon showers over the next several days.

City elections are happening Tuesday in Orange County: March 10 in Apopka, Maitland, Oakland. Here's what you need to know.

In Central Florida, the rainy season doesn’t have one official “start date” the way hurricane season does, but there is a clear pattern shift to watch for.