City of Orlando seeks foreclosure on ‘home renovation murder’ scene
Read full article: City of Orlando seeks foreclosure on ‘home renovation murder’ sceneThe city of Orlando is seeking to foreclose on a home where prosecutors said David Tronnes strangled and beat his wife to death in 2018 while arguing about a major home renovation project, court records obtained by News 6 show.
Orange County Veterans Day event marks end of Vietnam War
Read full article: Orange County Veterans Day event marks end of Vietnam WarDozens of Orange County leaders and representatives gathered Monday to honor those who have served in the U.S. military, marking the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.
Trooper Steve on Patrol visits Veterans’ Memorial Park in Orlando
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol visits Veterans’ Memorial Park in OrlandoThe goal is not only to recognize their service but to encourage viewers to reflect on the freedoms and opportunities made possible by their dedication.
Florida CFO lauds Orlando, criticizes Orange County over ‘wasteful spending’
Read full article: Florida CFO lauds Orlando, criticizes Orange County over ‘wasteful spending’Amid a string of critical audits across the state, Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia heaped praise on the city of Orlando for its spending habits during a Friday news conference.
What Orlando’s City Council District 3 candidates think about property tax reform
Read full article: What Orlando’s City Council District 3 candidates think about property tax reformOrlando District 3 includes neighborhoods like Baldwin Park, Audubon Park, Rosemont, and College Park. News 6 anchor Lisa Bell sat down one-on-one with each of the candidates in the non-partisan race -- Samuel Chambers, Roger Chapin, Chris Durant, Kimberly Kiss, and Mira Tanna -- and asked them about property tax reform.
Habitat for Humanity cuts ribbon on ‘life-changing’ 10th Parramore home this year
Read full article: Habitat for Humanity cuts ribbon on ‘life-changing’ 10th Parramore home this yearHabitat for Humanity is celebrating the completion of its 10th home built in Orlando’s Parramore neighborhood over the last year.
Orlando City Council District 3 candidates share how they’d tackle the city’s biggest issues
Read full article: Orlando City Council District 3 candidates share how they’d tackle the city’s biggest issuesDistrict 3 includes neighborhoods like Baldwin Park, Audubon Park, Rosemont and College Park. News 6 anchor Lisa Bell sat down one-on-one with each of the candidates in the non-partisan race: Samuel Chambers, Roger Chapin, Chris Durant, Kimberly Kiss and Mira Tanna to ask each of them the same set of questions and dig deeper on certain topics as needed.
Demings defends Orange County spending at affordable housing complex groundbreaking
Read full article: Demings defends Orange County spending at affordable housing complex groundbreakingOfficials broke ground Thursday on a new affordable housing development in West Orlando, marking the latest effort to address the region’s growing housing affordability crisis.
City of Orlando files exception request with Florida for Pulse crosswalk
Read full article: City of Orlando files exception request with Florida for Pulse crosswalkThe city of Orlando has formally filed a request to exempt the Pulse crosswalk from a slew of traffic devices that the Florida Department of Transportation ordered to be removed.
First crosswalks, now storm drains: Orlando commissioner blasts Florida for painting over artwork
Read full article: First crosswalks, now storm drains: Orlando commissioner blasts Florida for painting over artworkAn Orlando city commissioner is calling out the Florida Department of Transportation after storm drain artwork in the Thornton Park and Mills District neighborhoods were painted over with white paint.
Rainbow returns to Orlando crosswalk after Florida paints over tribute to Pulse victims
Read full article: Rainbow returns to Orlando crosswalk after Florida paints over tribute to Pulse victimsThe removal of a rainbow crosswalk outside the Pulse Nightclub has sparked significant public outcry and has brought attention to the fate of other pieces of street art across Orlando.
Florida officials sent Orlando a list of crosswalk art to be removed. Pulse wasn’t on it
Read full article: Florida officials sent Orlando a list of crosswalk art to be removed. Pulse wasn’t on itAs the backlash deepens in response to the Florida Department of Transportation’s removal of the rainbow crosswalk outside the Pulse Memorial, News 6 has learned that the department has identified nearly 20 other pavement markings that need to be removed.
Rainbow crosswalk near Pulse Nightclub in Orlando removed overnight
Read full article: Rainbow crosswalk near Pulse Nightclub in Orlando removed overnightA rainbow-painted crosswalk outside the Pulse nightclub memorial was removed overnight, following a recent directive from the Trump administration.
Florida adds City of Orlando to DOGE audit list. Here’s what they’re looking for
Read full article: Florida adds City of Orlando to DOGE audit list. Here’s what they’re looking forOn Friday, the city released a letter it received from the Florida Department of Government Efficiency, dated July 30. Orlando's mayor said the city will comply and show that it is financially responsible.
Edgewater Drive redesign for Orlando’s College Park ditches bike lane, widens sidewalks
Read full article: Edgewater Drive redesign for Orlando’s College Park ditches bike lane, widens sidewalksA project that has been 18 years in the making will change the landscape of one of Central Florida’s oldest communities. Edgewater Drive runs right through the heart of College Park and is being redesigned from Lakeview Street on the south end to Par Street, more than a mile and a half to the north.
Orlando leaders thankful as state money for Pulse memorial survives DeSantis’ veto pen
Read full article: Orlando leaders thankful as state money for Pulse memorial survives DeSantis’ veto penTucked into the Florida budget that Gov. Ron DeSantis signed this week was $394,421 for the Pulse National Memorial. Since the budget allocation survived DeSantis’ line-item veto, that money will now go to the city of Orlando, which is getting close to construction on a permanent memorial to the 49 people killed in the 2016 shooting.
Families begin final tours inside Pulse Nightclub ahead of demolition
Read full article: Families begin final tours inside Pulse Nightclub ahead of demolitionFor the first time in nine years, family members of victims and survivors of the Pulse nightclub massacre began walking through the site where 49 people were killed.
WATCH LIVE: Orlando Mayor Dyer reflects on 9 years since Pulse shooting
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Orlando Mayor Dyer reflects on 9 years since Pulse shootingWhen the families of the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting finally enter the building, they won’t see any furniture. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer says the walls inside are black, as is the floor, but that the space still evokes memories.
‘Not real comfortable with the national outlook:’ Orlando city commissioner warns of budget impacts
Read full article: ‘Not real comfortable with the national outlook:’ Orlando city commissioner warns of budget impactsAs state lawmakers return to Tallahassee to hash out a new budget plan, a long-time city of Orlando commissioner has a warning about financial challenges that could lie ahead.
How does a fire department hire the most passionate, committed firefighters? Pay to train them
Read full article: How does a fire department hire the most passionate, committed firefighters? Pay to train themThe Orlando Fire Department believes it has figured out how to hire the best, most passionate and most committed firefighters who will work harder for the community they serve.
Florida attorney general threatens to remove Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer over immigration stance
Read full article: Florida attorney general threatens to remove Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer over immigration stanceFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier is threatening to remove Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer from office.
‘Helping inform and inspire:’ Visitor center officially opens at popular Orlando Wetlands
Read full article: ‘Helping inform and inspire:’ Visitor center officially opens at popular Orlando WetlandsThe long-awaited visitor center at the Orlando Wetlands is finally open, according to a news release from the city.
Orlando seeks $5M from Orange County to fund permanent Pulse memorial
Read full article: Orlando seeks $5M from Orange County to fund permanent Pulse memorialThe city of Orlando is seeking $5 million from Orange County to help make the long-delayed Pulse memorial to honor the lives of 49 people killed in 2016.
City of Orlando unveils mobile resource unit to boost resilience after extreme weather events
Read full article: City of Orlando unveils mobile resource unit to boost resilience after extreme weather eventsThe new initiative will give residents access to resources like power and Wi-Fi after an extreme weather event.
Drones that fell during Orlando show were supposed to remain over Lake Eola, documents show
Read full article: Drones that fell during Orlando show were supposed to remain over Lake Eola, documents showThe lighted drones that fell from the sky during a holiday show in Downtown Orlando and injured a 7-year-old boy were supposed to fly above Lake Eola at a safe distance away from crowds, documents obtained by News 6 reveal.
7-year-old injured when drones fall in downtown Orlando holiday show, mother says
Read full article: 7-year-old injured when drones fall in downtown Orlando holiday show, mother saysA 7-year-old boy was injured when drones collided and fell into the crowd during a downtown Orlando holiday show, according to the boy’s mother.
NTSB, FAA investigating after drones collide, fall into crowd during downtown Orlando holiday show
Read full article: NTSB, FAA investigating after drones collide, fall into crowd during downtown Orlando holiday showThe National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are investigating after drones collided and fell into a crowd during a holiday show Saturday evening in downtown Orlando.
WILD VIDEO: Drones fall from Orlando sky at Lake Eola holiday show into crowd, possibly striking attendees
Read full article: WILD VIDEO: Drones fall from Orlando sky at Lake Eola holiday show into crowd, possibly striking attendeesThe second of two planned holiday drone shows at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando was canceled after what the city described as “technical difficulties,” but one viewer who was at the show said he could see multiple drones crashing into each other before falling to the ground.
Downtown Orlando drone show at Lake Eola canceled due to ‘technical difficulties’
Read full article: Downtown Orlando drone show at Lake Eola canceled due to ‘technical difficulties’The second of two drone shows that was set to take flight Saturday night at Lake Eola was canceled due to “technical difficulties,” city officials said on social media.
‘Pretty remarkable:’ Preliminary Pulse Memorial design renderings revealed
Read full article: ‘Pretty remarkable:’ Preliminary Pulse Memorial design renderings revealedAfter several meetings, the Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee is moving forward with a potential design for the Pulse nightclub site.
These roads are closed this weekend for the Florida Classic, nearby Orlando events
Read full article: These roads are closed this weekend for the Florida Classic, nearby Orlando eventsOrlando police and Orange County deputies will be keeping a closer eye on certain roads during Florida Classic weekend.
Dyer touts ‘transformational improvements’ to Downtown Orlando in annual address
Read full article: Dyer touts ‘transformational improvements’ to Downtown Orlando in annual addressDowntown Orlando is about to undergo a major change if the plans Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced Tuesday come to fruition.
‘US Marshals had a warrant for my arrest:’ Orlando man exonerated after spending 2 years in prison
Read full article: ‘US Marshals had a warrant for my arrest:’ Orlando man exonerated after spending 2 years in prisonAn Orlando man has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Orlando and several Orlando police officers after spending two years in prison for a crime he did not commit.
Researcher: Orlando homeless arrests up significantly ahead of new law banning sleeping in public
Read full article: Researcher: Orlando homeless arrests up significantly ahead of new law banning sleeping in publicA University of Central Florida researcher claims the homeless population in downtown Orlando already faced a rising number of arrests ahead of a new state law that will ban sleeping on public property.
Residents in Orlando’s Wadeview Park brace for potential flooding from Tropical Storm Helene
Read full article: Residents in Orlando’s Wadeview Park brace for potential flooding from Tropical Storm HeleneResidents are preparing for a potential impact from an approaching tropical system less than a month after flash flooding near the Wadeview Park neighborhood.
‘It’s our turn:’ Salvation Army needs help to rebuild downtown Orlando shelter
Read full article: ‘It’s our turn:’ Salvation Army needs help to rebuild downtown Orlando shelterEvery year, News 6 partners with the Salvation Army and Angel Tree to make sure no one is forgotten. But now roles are reversed: the Salvation Army needs your help.
Suspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill’s trial delayed. Here’s when it will start
Read full article: Suspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill’s trial delayed. Here’s when it will startThe criminal trial for suspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill won’t happen until after the new year.
Dubsdread public golf course celebrates a century in Orlando
Read full article: Dubsdread public golf course celebrates a century in OrlandoCity officials, including Mayor Buddy Dyer, gathered on Thursday to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Dubsdread Golf Course, one of Orlando’s oldest and most historic public golf courses.
Hammered Lamb hosting ‘Save the Lamb’ fundraiser amid danger of closing
Read full article: Hammered Lamb hosting ‘Save the Lamb’ fundraiser amid danger of closingFacing the threat of closure, the restaurant in Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village recently launched a fundraising page to ask for help and share its story.
Orlando gets first look at changes coming to Camping World Stadium
Read full article: Orlando gets first look at changes coming to Camping World StadiumBack in January, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners authorized the use of the Tourist Development Tax revenues (TDT) for multiple projects, including that $400 million for Camping World Stadium improvements.
📖 This Orlando art exhibit celebrating Little Golden Books will take you back to childhood
Read full article: 📖 This Orlando art exhibit celebrating Little Golden Books will take you back to childhood"Golden Legacy: 80 Years of Original Art from Golden Books" to be at Orlando Museum of Art Sept. 6 – Dec. 1.
SunRail’s DeLand station is finally open. Here’s what’s next for the rail system
Read full article: SunRail’s DeLand station is finally open. Here’s what’s next for the rail systemFor some, SunRail would make commuting and getting to and from some parts of our area, a breeze. To that, we’ve seen mixed results.
‘Go do it,’ Teens learn skills, get inspired in Orlando internship program
Read full article: ‘Go do it,’ Teens learn skills, get inspired in Orlando internship programWhile many students enjoyed their summer break, 600 young scholars in Orlando participated in the City of Orlando’s Summer Youth Employment Program.
River otter removed from Lake Eola Park following swan deaths
Read full article: River otter removed from Lake Eola Park following swan deathsCity officials contacted Florida Fish and Wildlife’s Assistance Program for solutions to prevent potential wildlife conflict after a river otter was spotted at Lake Eola Park.
Here’s what exactly led to creation of Pulse advisory committee for permanent memorial
Read full article: Here’s what exactly led to creation of Pulse advisory committee for permanent memorialAs the city of Orlando moves forward with efforts to create a permanent memorial for victims of the Pulse shooting in 2016, survivors and family members of the victims have long waited for a permanent memorial.
TIMELINE: Efforts to create a Pulse memorial
Read full article: TIMELINE: Efforts to create a Pulse memorialIn the early morning of June 12, 2016, a gunman stormed the Pulse Nightclub, killing 49 people, physically injuring 53 others and psychologically wounding countless others. Since then, the community, former nightclub owner Barbara Poma, the City of Orlando, Orange County and the now-dissolved OnePulse Foundation have all grappled with how to remember those lost and honor the survivors.
Innovative CPR method saving more lives in Orlando. Here’s what firefighters are doing
Read full article: Innovative CPR method saving more lives in Orlando. Here’s what firefighters are doingWith CPR week starting June 1, the Orlando Fire Department showed News 6 an innovative CPR training method to further increase a cardiac patient's chances of survival.
Orlando city leaders push discussion of new plan to limit nightclubs in downtown
Read full article: Orlando city leaders push discussion of new plan to limit nightclubs in downtownMembers of the Orlando Municipal Planning Board are set to discuss a new permanent plan to limit the number of nightclubs in downtown.
Lawanna Gelzer hopes to bring her community activist experience to Orlando District 5 seat
Read full article: Lawanna Gelzer hopes to bring her community activist experience to Orlando District 5 seatSeven candidates are vying for the seat that was vacated when Commissioner Regina Hill was arrested and suspended from office. We asked each candidate the same questions.
For Shaniqua Rose, being a former city worker gives her a unique perspective in Orlando District 5 election
Read full article: For Shaniqua Rose, being a former city worker gives her a unique perspective in Orlando District 5 electionSeven candidates are vying for the seat that was vacated when Commissioner Regina Hill was arrested and suspended from office. We asked each candidate the same questions.
2 arrested, others pepper sprayed at pro-Palestine event at Orlando’s Lake Eola Park
Read full article: 2 arrested, others pepper sprayed at pro-Palestine event at Orlando’s Lake Eola ParkTwo people were arrested and several others pepper sprayed by Orlando police at Lake Eola Park during a pro-Palestine protest on Saturday afternoon.
Orlando stormwater fees could increase 50% over the next few years. What that means for residents
Read full article: Orlando stormwater fees could increase 50% over the next few years. What that means for residentsThe City of Orlando is proposing increasing stormwater fees by at least 50% over the next four years. It’s the first time the city has raised stormwater fees since 2008.
Suspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill appeals order keeping her away from elderly woman’s finances
Read full article: Suspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill appeals order keeping her away from elderly woman’s financesSuspended Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill is appealing a judge’s decision to keep her away from an elderly woman’s finances.
New LYNX service connecting MCO to Disney fast, efficient, but not for everyone
Read full article: New LYNX service connecting MCO to Disney fast, efficient, but not for everyoneOn Sunday, Lynx launched its newest express bus route from the Orlando International Airport to Disney Springs and back via the tourist district for just $2.
Suspended Orlando Commissioner Regina Hill pleads not guilty ahead of arraignment
Read full article: Suspended Orlando Commissioner Regina Hill pleads not guilty ahead of arraignmentAn arraignment hearing for the suspended Orlando city commissioner accused of elderly exploitation is set for Tuesday in circuit court, but Commissioner Regina Hill likely won’t be there.
OUC to drill deeper into aquifer to meet growing demand for water
Read full article: OUC to drill deeper into aquifer to meet growing demand for waterThe Orlando Utilities Commission last week approved a $155 million project to ensure the region's growing population will have enough safe and clean drinking water for years to come.
Candidates begin filing to run in Orlando City Council District 5 special election
Read full article: Candidates begin filing to run in Orlando City Council District 5 special electionCandidates can now begin filing to run in the special election to serve as interim Orlando city commissioner for District 5.
Orlando mayor confirms Commissioner Regina Hill under grand jury investigation
Read full article: Orlando mayor confirms Commissioner Regina Hill under grand jury investigationA grand jury is now investigating allegations that Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill exploited an elderly woman out of more than $100,000.
Orlando Commissioner Regina Hill accused of exploiting elderly woman, buying house in her name
Read full article: Orlando Commissioner Regina Hill accused of exploiting elderly woman, buying house in her nameAn Orlando city commissioner is facing allegations and a state investigation into whether she exploited an elderly woman and took more than $100,000 from her.
Orlando buys vacant downtown properties to build park, restaurants and ‘micro’ apartments
Read full article: Orlando buys vacant downtown properties to build park, restaurants and ‘micro’ apartmentsThe city of Orlando has approved moving forward with plans to buy properties in downtown that have sat vacant for years.