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The cult-favorite convenience chain Buc-ee’s is set to open several new locations in the Sunshine State — but one location in particular may be a good fit for the company, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

This week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis received several new bills for approval, including one that would establish an official “Charlie Kirk Memorial Avenue.”

A Florida teacher is facing disciplinary action after she reportedly claimed that “Trump deserves a bullet through the head,” according to the state's education commissioner.

Orlando hit 95 degrees Friday as strong storms developed. Rain chances stay high through the weekend before dropping to around 20% Monday and Tuesday.

In the final week of June, the City of Winter Park is poised to set a major precedent for both lakefront development and historic preservation — or the lack of it. City commissioners will decide whether to give a local developer the green light to demolish the notorious Merrywood Estate.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has formally issued subpoenas to Major League Baseball leaders as part of his inquiry into whether the league is engaging in religious discrimination.

Orange County leaders received an update this week from Visit Orlando, highlighting record-setting visitor numbers — along with a notable challenge from north of the border.

Fruitland Park police have released body camera video, which reveals what happened after a child wandered away from a daycare and onto a busy highway.

You won't believe what people have been saying about this Florida sculpture.

A new study has revealed the “best-run” cities in the country — and a couple happen to be right here in the Sunshine State.

A new Florida law is set to take effect next month, adding further restrictions on where sexual offenders may live in the state.

Newly uncovered documents show former FHP Captain Sterling King was convicted of official misconduct after investigators said he used his position to help dismiss a speeding ticket following an inappropriate interaction during a 2004 traffic stop.

Two Walt Disney World fathers share what it’s like to see their children follow them into Disney careers. Their stories highlight mentorship, skilled trades, leadership and the pride of building a family legacy.

Opponents of the death penalty and friends of Dusty Ray Spencer argued Thursday against his pending execution by lethal injection next week for murdering his wife 34 years ago in Orange County.

A sub-adult loggerhead sea turtle named Wombat is back in the wild after spending three months recovering at the Marine Science Center in Volusia County.

Florida’s Jason Raynor Act — named for a Daytona Beach police officer killed in the line of duty — is now law, requiring a life sentence without the possibility of parole for anyone convicted of manslaughter in the death of a law enforcement officer.

Mount Dora police have wrapped up a three-day search of a drained Deltona retention pond in the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin — and while no evidence was found, investigators say the case is actively moving forward.

The Florida Department of Transportation, along with federal transportation officials, broke ground on the first facility in the Interstate 4 Truck Parking Relief Program. The project is designed to create additional safe and reliable parking options for commercial truck drivers traveling through one of Florida’s busiest transportation corridors.

A competency hearing for the man accused of killing three tourists outside a Kissimmee Airbnb was delayed Thursday. Ahmad Bojeh, 29, faces three counts of first-degree murder in connection with the Jan. 17 shooting deaths of three visitors from Ohio who were staying at an Airbnb near his home.

Cinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World has new life thanks to a magical makeover. Meet some of the team who helped make it all happen.

Florida is well known for its record-holding alligators, but there’s another scaly predator that has quietly expanded into the state, according to experts.

A new Florida law was passed this week, and it brings new meaning to what constitutes a “gang member.”

Gov. Ron DeSantis has criticized the Republican Party of Florida after the group reportedly announced it would not be holding a gubernatorial debate at its “Sunshine State Showdown” event this month.

Arthur has lost its tropical characteristics.

An Orlando attorney who specializes in the First Amendment cast doubt on Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's chances of bringing a successful case against Major League Baseball.

The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games take place in Minneapolis from June 20-26. Thousands of athletes from all 50 states will be there, competing for medals in a variety of sports. Nearly 200 athletes and coaches make up Florida's delegation. News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh met members of Team Florida's gymnastics squad.

Detainees at an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades, known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” have been transferred to other facilities, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said, citing concerns related to the hurricane season.

A recent viral trend has been causing issues as of late in Central Florida, but the Flagler County sheriff cautioned on Wednesday that the "door kick challenge" could have deadly consequences.

Paula Stark, the two-term Central Florida state representative, is planning to sue the Florida Department of State after the department declared she did not properly qualify for the November midterms ballot. Our News Collaborative of Central Florida partner, Osceola News-Gazette, explains what happens if she does not succeed.

The DeBary City Council is discussing funding options for a plan to convert 700 homes from septic tanks to a central sewer system.

Despite its Texan upbringing, Buc-ee’s has been a smash hit for many Florida residents since its debut in St. Augustine years ago.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed off on yet another batch of new laws — this time tackling criminal issues.

This year, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and state lawmakers have passed a law designating a new “Trump Highway” in the Sunshine State.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the Jason Raynor Act into law Tuesday in Winter Haven, sending a direct message to anyone who attacks a police officer in Florida: the consequences are now permanent.

Contract negotiations between Orange County Public Schools and its teachers union remain stalled as district leaders say rising healthcare costs are creating financial challenges, while educators push for better wages, benefits and transparency.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has refused to release a cruise ship passenger exposed to hantavirus from a quarantine facility in Nebraska.

Mount Dora police announced on Tuesday that they are draining a Deltona retention pond in search of clues about what happened after the mysterious disappearance of Nicole Baldwin.

Eatonville leaders will consider a “call to action” aimed at increasing transparency and community input as a data center project draws questions from residents.

With the state pushing sweeping property tax reform, the city of Ocoee is crafting a contingency plan to protect its budget, and it involves revisiting how residents pay for fire services. Commissioners are voting tonight to adopt the amended and restated initial assessment resolution and set a public hearing for Aug. 18 before the final vote.

Edward Tardif, 46, was also accused of holding meditation in his criminal justice classroom during the 2017-2018 school year as well as trying to smoke with a student and contacting students on social media at inappropriate times.

Last week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a new initiative that he claims will crack down on Medicaid fraud.

A new bill has finally been sent to the governor after being approved by the Florida Legislature, paving the way for potential E-Bike speed limits.

A woman whose rented self-storage unit in Lake County was burglarized says an insurance company is refusing to pay her claim even though police arrested two people for the crime.

Florida’s fan-favorite native grocer Publix already boasts nearly 900 stores in the Sunshine State — and another four are soon set to open.

On Tuesday, Orange County commissioners unanimously agreed to extend the county’s red-light camera program for another decade.

Months after 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead on the Carnival Horizon, her stepbrother will be held in a Miami detention facility ahead of his trial, according to court records obtained by News 6.

A Palm Coast man was arrested after he entered a local home uninvited and was shot by the homeowner, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether states can use juries made up of only six people in criminal cases, instead of the usual 12.

A custody agreement has been reached between the Florida couple who gave birth to a baby girl at the center of an IVF mix-up and the girl's biological parents.

It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal team.

Florida’s attorney general is accusing social media platform TikTok of breaking the state’s social media laws, letting kids younger than 14 keep their accounts and deceiving parents about the platform’s risks in a new lawsuit.

Before Florida voters go to the polls for the midterm elections in November, there is another big election in August: the Statewide Primary on Aug. 18. However, if you want to vote in any of the party primaries for governor, Senate or other positions, you have to be a member of a political party. That’s because Florida is a closed primary state.

A used auto parts website had an Orlando address, a phone number, and good reviews. None of it was real. How to protect yourself from similar situations.

Over 170 laws have already been approved so far in 2026 — and one of them is expected to bring a new course to high schools in the state.

A building ridge of high pressure spells a hotter, drier pattern.

Curaçao is preparing for its historic World Cup debut against Germany with excitement and pride.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is now finishing up the process of signing new bills this year, with over 170 already approved so far.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom introduced guests to Ivy, a baby Masai giraffe now visible on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Keepers say she’s shy, staying close to mom Willow, and part of an AZA Species Survival Plan conservation effort.

Candidate qualifying ended in Florida on Friday, and it appears one incumbent will face only a write-in candidate: Orlando Rep. Maxwell Frost. Every other Central Florida incumbent has drawn a challenger in either the Aug. 18 statewide primary or the Nov. 3 general election.

Ten years after the Pulse nightclub massacre, community members gathered in the early morning hours Friday to honor the 49 lives lost, proving that remembrance extends far beyond a physical building.

It’s common knowledge by now that consuming alcohol and driving is not only against the law — it’s also incredibly dangerous. But what many might not know is that it doesn't just stop at cars.

Following a trio of special sessions, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has gotten back to signing even more bills into law.

Gov. DeSantis has extended a state of emergency after the screwworm was detected in the U.S. last week. Meanwhile, Florida's agricultural leader has imposed emergency rules to ward off the threat.

The attorney general took aim at the HOA last month over a new rule he said violated residents' rights. On Thursday, he announced that the group had finally repealed the ban.

Community members and families of the 49 Pulse victims came together Thursday night for a Baquiné ceremony honoring the Hispanic heritage of many of those lost. Former Arizona congresswoman Gabby Giffords also addressed attendees, sharing a message of resilience and advocating for an end to gun violence.

Deputies said he showed up to the traffic stop dressed in a suit and tie, claiming to be the driver's lawyer.

Around 200 athletes will represent Florida at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games later this month in Minneapolis. It is often a once-in-a-lifetime experience for the Olympians who will try their hardest to win gold. However, Orlando's Jacob Craft is competing in the USA Games for a second time. Jacob, along with Special Olympics Florida CEO Meghan McLean, visited with News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh.

Amazon opened a new, first-of-its-kind distribution center in Deltona on Wednesday, a move company officials say will help streamline deliveries across Central Florida while adding hundreds of jobs.

Two former local elected officials and a nonprofit group filed suit Thursday in Leon County Circuit Court against the property tax cut amendment placed on the November ballot by lawmakers, alleging it is misleading.

What was taken out of the homestead exemption proposal, the likely matchup for Florida Governor after a major candidate drops out, plus the latest effort to stall new redistricting maps.

Trump’s immigration crackdown has met with fierce resistance in Democratic-led sanctuary cities, where police are forbidden from assisting and many locals view the masked federal agents as an invading force.

Current El Niño could rival the strongest in history

Orlando City SC is hosting a free, festival-style World Cup watch party at Pointe Orlando from June 11 through July 19, featuring live viewings of all 104 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, entertainment, food and player appearances.

Marion County and state officials on Thursday announced the arrest of more than 50 people in what is being called the largest child predator sting in the county’s history. Sheriff Billy Woods said the suspects included fathers, teachers, coaches and even a high school student.

In Orange County, authorities say Bryan Watts, a convicted felon, shot and killed his two young daughters, Tiana and Jaliyajh, before killing himself at their apartment last week. The killings happened one day after Watts was in court on charges accusing him of beating his girlfriend.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced on Wednesday the arrest of 15-year-old Isabelle Valdez, who is accused of possessing child sexual abuse material.

The Florida Supreme Court will not step into a lawsuit challenging the state’s newly drawn congressional districts, the court said Wednesday.

Jolly, 52, and Graham, 63, previously served together in the U.S. Congress. Graham represented Florida’s 2nd Congressional District, while Jolly represented Florida’s 13th Congressional District from 2014 to 2017 as a Republican. He became a registered Democrat in April 2025.

State officials have revealed the latest data showing which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed yet another batch of bills, adding to the list of over 130 laws approved so far this year.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Cabinet on Tuesday approved $90 million in grants for local law enforcement agencies for items related to enforcement of illegal immigration.

Windermere leaders are urging caution as Florida voters consider a proposal this November that could cut or eliminate property taxes.

The family of a Florida man claims he was paralyzed after being tasered by police and falling from a fence announced Tuesday that they plan to file a federal civil rights and wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Palm Bay and several police officers.

Florida lawmakers and conservation groups are pushing for sweeping sloth protection reforms following the collapse of Sloth World, an Orlando attraction tied to the deaths of at least 56 imported wild-caught sloths.

Southern Baptists elected a new leader who has decried a “decline and drift” within the denomination.

Leaving the patrol car behind, Trooper Steve hopped into one of the Sheriff’s Office’s marked golf carts, and he gave him a firsthand look at life in The Villages.

Florida’s native grocer Publix has rolled out a lineup of lemon-inspired treats for customers to enjoy — but only for a limited time.

USAA says it's giving Florida members a big round of financial relief — and the company points to some recent Florida laws as one reason the market is improving.

Top junior Miles Russell is headed to his first U.S. Open.

A rare earthquake with its epicenter off the coast of Cuba was felt more than 400 miles away in Central Florida.

While the quake cropped up near Cuba, the USGS says that some impacts were felt as far as the Sunshine State.

A report by Florida police has found that professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died of natural causes last year.

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake’s epicenter was located approximately 65 miles from Mantua, Cuba.

Liftoff occurred at 6:13 a.m. from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

An Emmy award-winning News 6 investigation into hundreds of traffic citations and toll bills suspiciously mailed to an Apopka family’s home has prompted the arrest of a convicted sex offender on fraud charges.

After sparking fears about a resurgence in Florida, the New World Screwworm has prompted an emergency rule in the Sunshine State, according to the FDACS.

On Friday, Attorney General James Uthmeier said that the state is settling a federal case brought on by the NRA.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings’ prostate cancer diagnosis is prompting renewed discussion about screening and early detection. An Orlando prostate cancer specialist says the mayor’s announcement could encourage more men, particularly African American men who face higher risks, to get screened.

As we move into hurricane season, we are beginning to watch a potential area of tropical development that could emerge in the Gulf by the middle of June.