They were caught on video testing door handles and getting inside unlocked cars — sometimes while the owners were just steps away, deputies said.
The once owner of a popular Central Florida nightclub has agreed to plead guilty in federal court to attempted coercion and enticement of a minor for sex.
Israel Jacobowitz was arrested for allegedly burglarizing multiple apartments in the condemned Rialto building in Orlando, where more than 350 residents had been displaced due to structural concerns. Deputies say Jacobowitz entered the building without authorization, stole property, including bank cards and tools, and was caught on camera.
An Orange County woman is suing Flyers Wings and Grill, alleging the restaurant ignored known overhead hazards before a ceiling and air-conditioning unit fell on her and her daughter during a meal.
As gas prices continue to rise, small businesses that rely on deliveries are being forced to make tough decisions just to keep costs manageable.
Experience Great Big Game Show Orlando on International Drive (I-Drive) — a live, interactive 60-minute game show attraction where teams compete in fast-paced mini games, trivia, and challenges perfect for friends, families, and corporate team-building.
More than 200 positions are being eliminated at Orange County Public Schools as part of a districtwide effort to reduce spending amid declining enrollment and funding challenges.
Expedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice, an all-new, story-driven upgrade to its popular indoor flying theater ride, is set to debut later this spring.
The rollout marks a significant milestone for Central Florida, where driverless vehicles are now operating on public roads covering 60 square miles, including downtown Orlando and the tourism district.
Orange County deputies say they recovered the body of a 75-year-old man who was reported missing. Deputies were looking for Willie Lewis after his family reported he didn’t return home after fishing at Barnett Park Tuesday.
Despite the early morning incident, all other event operations at the convention center remain active.
Fox Day at Rollins College, a tradition that dates to the mid-1950s, is underway. Here's what that means.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority is launching a major project to widen State Road 408 near Camping World Stadium, aiming to ease traffic congestion by adding an eastbound lane and reworking ramps around the Tampa Avenue interchange.
A runaway teen girl was discovered in the bedroom closet of a sex offender in Polk County this week, according to the sheriff’s office.
Orange County’s plans to widen McCulloch Road — a 1-mile stretch running from Lockwood Boulevard to North Tanner Road near the Orange and Seminole county line — have drawn pushback from Seminole County commissioners, who say they were left out of the conversation.
Cody Doggett faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder with a firearm in connection with the Feb. 15 shooting outside Sister Soul Food, according to court documents.
Cody Doggett faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder with a firearm in connection with the Feb. 15 shooting outside Sister Soul Food, according to court documents.
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies heard shots fired near the rear of the business and a nearby wooded area.
Kimberly Akimbo is a Tony Award-winning musical that follows Kim, a teenager with a rare genetic condition, as she adjusts to a new life in suburban New Jersey while navigating family dysfunction, her first crush, and legal troubles.
A unanimous jury in Orange County recommended the death penalty Tuesday for DeMorris Hunter, the man convicted in the 2002 murder of an Orange County woman.
As Orange County Public Schools moves forward with plans to close seven schools, some families say they are facing uncertainty over how their children will get to class.
Opponents of the proposed State Road 534 toll that would go through a part of Split Oak Forest are continuing to discuss their opposition to the project.
Moncrief was arrested in October 2024 on allegations that he used his position as a bail bondsman to force women into having sex with him in exchange for bail money.
The penalty phase in the case against DeMorris Hunter, 59, is set to begin on Monday, with prosecutors and defense attorneys presenting arguments for and against a death sentence.
Maitland police responded shortly after 6 p.m. Saturday to reports of gunshots at the Grand Reserve Apartments off Maitland Summit Boulevard on the city’s west side.
The new Universal Legacy Store will replace the Epic Universe Preview Center as Universal continues a broader refresh of CityWalk.
Kenneth Kin Chee, 48, of San Francisco, was taken into custody by Orange County Sheriff’s deputies around noon on Wednesday.
A lawsuit filed last year shows a Florida woman was overcharged on several sale items at Publix. But a recent court order dismissed the case in part over the "Publix Promise."
The man accused of attacking a Good Samaritan on a Central Florida expressway last week has pleaded not guilty to criminal charges, court records show.
Eat good, feel good at Amare inside the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Hotel, where modern Mediterranean cooking—bright herbs, citrus and olive oil—meets tableside moments like the Ishka Bubble bread and parchment-baked sea bass.
An investigation is underway near the campus of The University of Central Florida. A number of Orange County Deputy vehicles can be seen near the campus, after responding to gunshots early this morning.
A driver was caught driving at 100mph last month, resulting in a charge under Florida’s “Super Speeder” law, according to the Ocoee Police Department.
A decision to eliminate a group of school-based support staff who help students in crisis is drawing concern from parents, students and educators in one of Florida’s largest school districts.
Michael Lincoln-McCreight, who gained notoriety for yelling the N-word at a Black 7-Eleven employee in a video that went viral on TikTok, is in trouble again. The Republican candidate running to represent District 41 in the Florida House was arrested March 3 by Orlando Police and charged with two counts of first-degree misdemeanor battery.
The runoff election for Apopka mayor is Tuesday, April 14 and early voting is underway. News 6’s Matt Austin joined the Orlando Sentinel to interview the mayoral candidates about growth and development in the city, the future of the downtown area, and what happens if voters eliminate property taxes in Florida.
An Apopka man was arrested in Hillsborough County after allegedly driving recklessly and causing a crash with a motorcycle on I-4. Preston Nascimento, 22, was arrested on Saturday night on I-4 in the Plant City area.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office was forced to sweep the Florida Mall for a second time in the last week because of a bomb threat. The mall was evacuated and nothing was found. It's not the only mall in Florida that's dealt with bomb threats in the last few days.
Early voting locations opened Monday for the Apopka mayor’s race runoff election. Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta is facing Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore in the runoff.
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.
Orlando city commissioners are poised to approve the second phase of a project that will transform Church Street into a "festival street."
A good Samaritan who was ambushed and attacked while trying to help an apparent car crash victim believes the motorist wanted to take his life. “He kept saying, ‘I’m going to kill you! I’m going to kill you!” Hans Hamilton told News 6 in an exclusive interview about the violent altercation.
Neighbors near Camping World Stadium say big events already clog streets — and they want the city’s traffic plan before the first kickoff.
Construction along North Orange Avenue has been ongoing for a while, and local business owners say the disruption has taken a toll.
The Association for the Preservation of the Eatonville Community is suing the Orange County School Board over the sale of the Hungerford School property claiming the board engaged in illegal backroom dealings, which violates Florida's Sunshine Law.
A Good Samaritan was violently attacked after stopping to help a motorist who crashed on a Central Florida expressway, video obtained exclusively by News 6 reveals.
Engineers investigating the Rialto Apartments in Orlando found a large gap beneath a load-bearing wall, believed to have caused structural damage that forced evacuation of the building.
A Good Samaritan was violently attacked after stopping to help a motorist who crashed on a Central Florida expressway, video obtained exclusively by News 6 reveals.
The $49 million investment is set to transform how animals and the people who care for them are supported in our community.
The girl was standing next to the right rear passenger door of a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse that was parked in the driveway near Robinson Avenue and 13th Street, according to an FHP report.
Catching criminals and finding missing persons is getting faster and now, it is often happening from the sky. Law enforcement agencies across Central Florida are adding drones to their patrol units, giving officers a bird’s-eye view that is helping them respond to emergencies and crime scenes more quickly than ever before.
Black paint used to cover once-colorful crosswalks in downtown Orlando is already showing signs of wear, raising new questions about ongoing repainting efforts and costs tied to the project.
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.
A new animal shelter in Orange County is officially underway. The shelter, which will cost $49 million, will be the largest in Florida at 123,419 square feet, and will have a much larger medical suite to help increase capacity for medical needs such as spay and neuter services.
Homeland Security is pausing plans to buy new warehouses for immigrant detention as it reviews contracts signed under former secretary Kristi Noem.
Walt Disney World is sweetening summer 2026 with a new after-2 p.m. ticket ahead of a rollout of exciting upgrades and new experiences.
Officers responded after the school received a call reporting a suspicious armed person outside the campus. Police said they are conducting a thorough search of the area.
Last week, over a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
In one of his last city commission meetings as mayor of Apopka, Bryan Nelson is drawing attention to a topic that commissioners abandoned two years ago.
On Tuesday afternoon, NFL team owners voted to approve the plan for the Jacksonville Jaguars to play the 2027 season at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.
Hamlin House has opened in Orlando’s SODO District as a private club built around pickleball, dining and an all day hangout atmosphere.
She had big shoes to fill, and the added challenge of leading a team into the Big 12 conference, but Sytia Messer struggled to win games and is now out as women’s basketball coach at UCF.
Nearly two weeks after residents were forced out of the Rialto apartment complex due to structural concerns, frustration is growing among those displaced, with some now pursuing legal action in search of answers.
DeMorris Hunter, convicted of killing a woman in California, now stands trial in Orange County for the 2002 death of Theresa Green.
You have likely seen tussock moth caterpillars around your home or at local parks in the past few weeks. These hairy insects can give you a rash if you touch them.
Troopers said a speeding 2008 Honda Civic hit a utility pole, overturned and caught fire before crashing into a South Apopka house, killing the driver and passenger.
News 6 has obtained newly released body-camera footage showing what exactly happened after a guest was killed on Epic Universe’s Stardust Racers rollercoaster last year.
A Central Florida judge is facing a public reprimand after court records show he asked a Black defendant during a plea hearing whether she had ever “chopped cotton.”
Spring is here, but Universal is already looking forward to fall and the Halloween season. The theme park announced tickets for Halloween Horror Nights, in what they say is their most expansive spooky season event ever!
The Orlando Science Center is renovating its theater into the new Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities, featuring 8K digital projection, upgraded surround sound, 315 new seats and an immersive lobby with LED walls ahead of an anticipated summer opening.
The owner of The Rialto breached its lease agreements with hundreds of tenants after county officials evacuated the Sand Lake Road apartment building last week over concerns about structure’s stability, according to a lawsuit obtained by News 6.
A civil lawsuit has been filed by the U.S. Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida against United Parks & Recreation INC. (UPR) , over their wheeled walker ban.
Residents at The Rialto apartments in Dr. Phillips received a letter from the management company on Wednesday, telling them that engineers investigating the building’s structural issues said they needed more time to finish their work.
The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission will discuss its final budget under the Florida Department of Transportation as SunRail ownership is set to change by the end of 2027.
Apopka Police say they’ve arrested a teen tied to multiple car break-ins. People living at the Villas at Errol Estates told News 6 Tuesday they are frustrated and feeling unsafe after the cars were damaged overnight Monday.
Two window installers were shot while on the job in a Winter Park neighborhood, prompting a multi-agency search that ended with two suspects in custody, according to police.
