A Groveland police officer was arrested on Friday after an alleged “road rage incident” with her ex-boyfriend, according to court records obtained by News 6.

Coffee has long been treated with caution in cardiology offices, largely because caffeine can temporarily raise heart rate and blood pressure, according to News 6 partner WDIV.

Despite initially denying he had a new county vehicle, emails obtained by News 6 reveal former Orange County Fire Chief Anthony Rios directed the purchase of a 2026 Ford Expedition intended for his use.

The air conditioners are humming again. Refrigerators are cold. And after nearly a week of uncertainty, residents say every home at the St. Cloud Mobile Home Community finally has electricity again.

A Volusia County father is calling on the Florida Highway Patrol to reopen the investigation into a 2024 crash that killed his 19-year-old daughter — and blamed her for the collision. Conflicting information in two separate troopers’ reports, obtained by News 6, is giving Kaylee Kennedy’s family reason to believe something is not right.

Football season is coming! Check out the NFL games airing on News 6 WKMG-TV.

Buc-ee’s and a strange Orlando-area business have now settled after a lawsuit was filed last year over “knockoff” beaver merchandise, according to court records obtained by News 6.

A third-party contractor installing a fiber line hit a natural gas pipeline in Eustis, causing a gas leak that led to evacuations and road closures.

A video provided to News 6 appears to show an encounter involving Edgewater Mayor Diezel Depew and a person supporting another candidate in the Edgewater mayoral race. According to New Smyrna Beach police reports, the encounter happened at the New Smyrna Beach Public Library during a dispute over the placement of campaign signs.

Residents of an Orange County neighborhood are adjusting their routines after a large coyote was repeatedly spotted near homes, prompting warnings from neighbors and guidance from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on how to protect pets and deter the animal.

Tonight’s drawing will be the 43rd in a row in search of a winner, and its prize ranks as the eighth-largest jackpot in Powerball history, according to the Multi State Lottery Association, which administers the game.

What started as an electrical failure inside a St. Cloud mobile home community has turned into days of spoiled food, unexpected hotel bills and sweltering homes for some of the people who live there. Residents at the St. Cloud Mobile Home Park told News 6 on Friday that part of the community had been without electricity for a third day.

Before their first sports tryout, conditioning, workout, practice, or other athletic activity of the 2026-27 school year (including during summer break), Florida high school athletes must get a heart screening using an ECG and receive results showing they are cleared for sports.

During the first full school year Brevard County used cameras to catch motorists illegally passing stopped school buses, the sheriff’s office mailed nearly 18,000 violation notices.

After residents and business owners repeatedly raised concerns about water quality with News 6, records and responses from the City of Apopka and state environmental regulators reveal two conclusions that can exist at the same time.

Nearly a year after the Sloth World controversy sparked outrage across Central Florida, Orange County leaders are exploring whether they can prevent a similar situation from happening again.

A social media influencer known online as “Clavicular” will not face charges after being arrested earlier this year, according to state records obtained by News 6.

A Central Florida man who ignored what he thought were junk shipping emails said boxes began showing up at his Ocala home - and he soon discovered about $1,200 in credit card charges for items he says he never ordered.

Waterspout forms near Port Canaveral

Social media posts have fueled rumors of a possible “teen takeover” Friday night at ICON Park, prompting extra law enforcement patrols and new restrictions for minors.

Tuesday, Aug. 18 is the Florida Statewide Primary election, a mix of party primaries and nonpartisan local elections, such as school board races, judicial races, and county commission races in some counties. Here are the candidates for the Flagler County School Board District 4.

As part of our commitment to providing you with what you need to make an informed decision in the 2026 elections, News 6 joined with the News Collaborative of Central Florida to present the Voting Central Florida 2026 Voter’s Guide. Here are the candidates for the Florida House District 24 election.

As part of our commitment to providing you with what you need to make an informed decision in the 2026 elections, News 6 joined with the News Collaborative of Central Florida to present the Voting Central Florida 2026 Voter’s Guide. Here are the candidates for the Florida House District 32 Republican primary.

As part of our commitment to providing you with what you need to make an informed decision in the 2026 elections, News 6 joined with the News Collaborative of Central Florida to present the Voting Central Florida 2026 Voter’s Guide. Here are the candidates for the Florida House District 34 Republican primary.

As part of our commitment to providing you with what you need to make an informed decision in the 2026 elections, News 6 joined with the News Collaborative of Central Florida to present the Voting Central Florida 2026 Voter’s Guide. Here are the candidates for the Florida House District 43 Democratic primary.

As part of our commitment to providing you with what you need to make an informed decision in the 2026 elections, News 6 joined with the News Collaborative of Central Florida to present the Voting Central Florida 2026 Voter’s Guide. Here are the candidates for the Florida House District 46 Democratic primary.

As part of our commitment to providing you with what you need to make an informed decision in the 2026 elections, News 6 joined with the News Collaborative of Central Florida to present the Voting Central Florida 2026 Voter’s Guide. Here are the candidates for the Florida House District 47 election.

Tuesday, Aug. 18 is the Florida Statewide Primary election, a mix of party primaries and nonpartisan local elections, such as school board races, judicial races, and county commission races in some counties. Here are the candidates for the Flagler County Commission District 4 Republican primary.

Tuesday, Aug. 18 is the Florida Statewide Primary election, a mix of party primaries and nonpartisan local elections, such as school board races, judicial races, and county commission races in some counties. Here are the candidates for the Flagler County School Board District 1.

Tuesday, Aug. 18 is the Florida Statewide Primary election, a mix of party primaries and nonpartisan local elections, such as school board races, judicial races, and county commission races in some counties. Here are the candidates for the Marion County Commission District 2 Republican primary.

Tuesday, Aug. 18 is the Florida Statewide Primary election, a mix of party primaries and nonpartisan local elections, such as school board races, judicial races, and county commission races in some counties. Here are the candidates for the Sumter County School Board District 1.

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.

After nearly a decade on News 6 mornings, “Trooper Steve” reflects on the moments that mattered — from traffic safety to community events — and explains what’s next as Apopka’s director of public information.

Shortly before his resignation, Orange County Fire Chief Anthony Rios denied having a new vehicle — but records obtained by News 6 tell a different story.

A historic home in Orlando’s Lake Eola Heights neighborhood, already at the center of a $500,000 code enforcement battle over alleged short-term rentals and events, was severely damaged by a two-alarm fire. Firefighters responded quickly, ensuring the safety of the residents and preventing the spread to neighboring homes. The cause of the fire is under investigation but is believed to be accidental. Neighbors expressed mixed feelings, citing past disturbances but also sadness over the loss of the renovated historic property.

A video appears to show sections of a temporary wall collapsing onto a group of visitors on one of the busiest walkways at Universal Orlando.

The video has been viewed and shared on Instagram hundreds of thousands of times. It shows two adults and five children sitting at a table at the restaurant ‘@ The Diner’ last Sunday. At the end of the video, they leave. What the video does not show is the adults paying the bill.

The investigation into the shooting death of a child in Orlando is “complex,” a spokesperson with Orlando police said Monday.

A man is accused of altering and providing fake veterinary certificates for puppies he sold. Months after a News 6 investigation, that man is now facing charges.

There is a new and improved way to track the tropics on the free News 6 Weather App.

A train came off the track in the College Park neighborhood of Orlando on Friday afternoon, News 6 has discovered. News 6 found the train around 3 p.m., stopped near Yates Street and Beardall Street — just a few blocks away from Golfview Street and North Orange Blossom Trail.

Emergency crews responded to what they’re calling a “medical emergency” at the Willow Bend Apartments on Silver Star Road in Orlando. According to the Orlando Fire Department, one patient was transported to Arnold Palmer Hospital as a trauma alert.

Hunters from all over the world are in the Everglades right now, competing to bring in the most Burmese pythons before the Florida Python Challenge wraps up on July 19.

WKMG News 6 is proud to announce Rob Evans as the newest member of the News 6 morning team, bringing nearly three decades of broadcast journalism experience to Central Florida.

At News 6, what matters to you, matters to us. Our News 6 Neighborhood Network is expanding, and we want to hear more from those viewers climbing onboard the News 6 train. Share your thoughts here.

After $8,100 paid and months of delays, SwimShapes finished the job once News 6 started asking questions.

After departing from Florida earlier this month, a crew member aboard a Princess Cruises ship has now been declared dead, according to company officials.

Casselberry has warned residents that trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup could be delayed due to extreme heat and storms, with the city emphasizing employee safety as a priority. Waste Pro, the city's contracted sanitation company, may adjust collection times to protect workers from dangerous temperatures. Many residents expressed understanding and support for the precautions, with some even leaving refreshments out for crews. The city assures that delayed pickups will resume once conditions are safe for workers.

A lightning strike on Sunday sparked a fire at the Buena Vista Place Apartments, impacting 20 units. Orange County has since condemned the apartment building where the fire happened.

A Volusia County sheriff's sergeant was charged with two counts of felony battery after video captured him allegedly attacking a 71-year-old woman and her 77-year-old husband at a New Smyrna Beach bar while off-duty.

A controversial 300-acre development approved by the City of Winter Garden is now facing a legal challenge from a nearby homeowner who wants a judge to overturn the project’s approval. The lawsuit centers on the proposed Johns Lake Urban Village on Williams Road and Marsh Road. The project includes more than 600 homes, a bed-and-breakfast, retail space and an event venue.

The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission is set to consider a proposal to rename the city “The Shores.” A recent city survey found most respondents support the change, though some residents remain divided over the potential costs and loss of the well-known Daytona Beach name.

A promised crackdown on illegal house parties over the July 4 weekend led to six people being arrested and two parties being shut down.

Orlando International Airport experienced one of its busiest travel weekends, with nearly 198,000 passengers expected on Friday and more than 1.4 million projected between Thursday and Monday. Despite the large crowds, security lines moved quickly and travelers reported a smoother experience than anticipated, though baggage claim areas were busier. Airport officials continued to advise arriving early and checking flight statuses. AAA forecasted record travel numbers for the Independence Day holiday, but the airport managed crowds effectively through Friday.

A Sorrento resident reached out to News 6’s Neighborhood Network after repeated rainwater runoff flooded her yard and she suspects nearby development may be changing drainage in the area.

While “Mattie’s Law” stalled in the state legislature this spring, a $600,000 pilot program was approved.  “Mattie’s Biliary Atresia Newborn Screening Pilot Program” will begin with newborns at AdventHealth for Children.

Loved ones of 31-year-old Brittany Clark are mourning after officials say she was killed in an alligator attack in Seminole County. Family members say Clark loved the outdoors and spending time on the water.

Lady Lake officials say 20-year-old Bryson “Swift” Leverette was one of two people shot at a home in the Skyline Hills area of town on June 30, 2023.

Students are questioning why the University of Central Florida abruptly closed several library resources, including LibTech, the Curriculum Materials Center and the UCF Downtown Library, leaving some without access to technology they relied on for classes.

Sanford police jumped into action on Friday evening after receiving a report of a woman’s death, according to the department.

Titusville residents on Gibson Street say a septic-to-sewer construction project has repeatedly blocked access to their homes, and they want the city to clarify how much longer the disruptions will last.

An Apopka man accused of running a massive cryptocurrency investment fraud through Goliath Ventures has agreed to plead guilty, according to court records obtained by News 6 on Tuesday.

A St. Cloud foster parent accused of multiple child sex abuse felonies was reportedly caring for six foster children at the time of his arrest, raising questions about oversight within Florida’s foster care system.

Downtown DeLand businesses are adjusting hours, collaborating with neighbors and leaning on local support to weather a slower-than-average summer season.

Chicken petition tops 750 signatures as commissioners prepare to discuss backyard hens.

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.

A longtime Park Avenue boutique is preparing for a major move after its owners say they were given just 30 days to leave the storefront they’ve occupied for decades.

A triple shooting broke out on Monday evening, leaving one person dead, according to Osceola Fire and Rescue.

A News 6 photographer spotted one on Monday: a gold-colored Tesla coupe with an obscured rear window, driving up Pine Hills Road in Orange County. The vehicle is a Tesla Cybercab, and we may see more of these cars in the future.

A couple returned from a quick shopping trip to find their Avonwood Court home in flames, with the Red Cross now helping them as investigators search for answers.

A community conversation moderated by News 6 anchor Julie Broughton with members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, advocates, and local voices discussing healing, visibility, cultural shifts, community connection, and the work still ahead in Central Florida since Pulse.

New details are emerging about a deadly double shooting in Sanford’s historic Goldsboro neighborhood early Sunday morning from the witnesses who called 911 for help.

Next summer, Phase 1 of the “Connect Kissimmee” complete streets improvement project is set to begin, bringing a redesigned streetscape to downtown that's meant to improve connectivity for pedestrians, cyclists and public transit. It also means cutting speed limits and reducing traffic lanes in the downtown area.

Crashes can cause delays, but some investigations involve far more than clearing debris and reopening lanes. Cpl. Redditt, with the St. Cloud Police Department, explains why fatal crash investigations can take hours to complete.

Friday marks 10 years since the massacre at the Pulse Nightclub, and as Central Florida reflects on the shooting, there are still questions about the defunct onePulse Foundation and the millions of dollars it raised.

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.

Carey Schreier planned to speak at Thursday night’s Eustis commission meeting, two weeks after she sat down with News 6 about the loaded shotgun she received from police.

Seminole County’s on-demand “SCOUT” micro-transit service keeps growing — but passengers say the wait times still need improvement since the transportation service first hit the road. Now, the county is hoping $1.5 million in state funding will continue to support its mission to make the service faster, more accessible and better connected for the thousands of riders who depend on it every day.

Artifacts from the Pulse nightclub are being preserved in off-site warehouse as the city moves closer to building a permanent memorial.

A missing 2-year-old was found in a lake on Friday, according to the Sanford Police Department.

News 6 has begun to gather images and videos after a Blue Origin rocket exploded on Thursday night.

A homeowner in College Park reached out to News 6 out of frustration and concern about what he perceived as a lack of transparency from AT&T.

Video submitted by a News 6 viewer shows the monkey wandering through an open field not far from Wekiva Springs State Park.

News 6 anchor Matt Austin had deepfake videos made of him at a cybersecurity conference here in Central Florida.

City leaders in downtown Orlando are considering major roadway changes that could convert several one-way streets into two-way roads as part of a broader redevelopment effort aimed at improving walkability and accessibility downtown.

The Central Florida Zoo is extending the quarantine period for the rescued sloths connected to Sloth World as the animals continue recovering from the conditions they arrived in one month ago.

A driver will not be charged after a crash along Interstate 4 left three people dead late last year, according to court records obtained by News 6.

Police officers attending a traffic safety conference in Orlando reported being denied entry to Disney Springs for wearing clothing with law enforcement logos, prompting Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins to intervene.

A long-awaited project aims to improve safety and traffic flow along one of Osceola County’s most congested corridors, but years of delays have come with a steep price.

After 25 years at News 6 in Orlando, Louis Bolden is leaving for Fox 13 in Memphis, where he will be the main evening anchor. He reflects on career turning points and investigative wins.

Now that it’s May, school districts across Central Florida are gearing up to release their students for the summer.

Crews with Orange County Public works pumped more than 20,000 gallons of water into a large sinkhole in an unsuccessful attempt to determine if the sinkhole has stabilized.

Wild hogs have been spotted tearing up grass and frightening residents in an Osceola County neighborhood.

A community conversation moderated by News 6 anchor Julie Broughton with members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, advocates, and local voices discussing healing, visibility, cultural shifts, community connection, and the work still ahead in Central Florida since Pulse.

News 6's meteorologist Michelle Morgan shares the latest Central Florida weekend weather outlook, with warm temperatures and a chance for evening storms. Get details on high temperatures, expected showers, and a full 7-day Pinpoint Weather forecast.

A staff member received a written reprimand after Hitler image shown during morning announcements at Osceola High School.

The man accused of ambushing a Marion County deputy and then stabbing him multiple times is being held without bond, and now News 6 is learning this isn’t the first time he’s been violent with a member of law enforcement.

The roughly 20-foot-wide sinkhole formed underneath both lanes of the road, which sits just east of Interstate 4 and north of Maitland Boulevard.

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.

Sanford police have released body camera footage from the night a man allegedly set fire to a Buddhist temple before speeding off and leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through multiple counties.