A graduation dress code at Innovation High School is drawing criticism from students who say the rules place stricter and more detailed expectations on female graduates than male students.

Family members, teammates and coaches gathered in Lake Nona to honor 13-year-old Colton Remsburg, who died days after an e-bike crash. As the community mourns, youth sports leaders are also calling for changes aimed at improving e-bike safety for teens.

With a plea deal now scrapped, the manslaughter case against Savion Lambert could proceed to trial - a trial that Carlos Perez's family would like to see be moved out of Orange County.

Ten years after the Pulse nightclub shooting, doctors at Orlando Health say the lessons learned that night continue to shape how hospitals across the country prepare for mass casualty events.

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.

For those who can’t make it to the Sanford Welcome Center, the shirts are available for purchase online through the Sanford Main Street website.

For the second time this month, rapper Kodak Black has been arrested in Florida, according to jail records obtained by News 6.

A five-vehicle crash along State Road 427 left two people in the hospital on Thursday, according to the Orlando Fire Department.

A high-speed Florida Highway Patrol chase ended with a car crashing through a brick wall in the Chelsea Park neighborhood of Apopka, causing ongoing frustration for resident Pat Oates whose property was affected.

A plaintiff in a newly filed lawsuit claimed her mother's body was "presented, displayed, and utilized" during another family's funeral service in 2024.

Kaia, who is half Filipino, visits Kaya in Orlando’s Mills 50 district during AAPI Heritage Month and finds more than a memorable meal. The MICHELIN Green Star restaurant serves elevated, authentic Filipino flavors rooted in sustainability and community, creating a warm, home-away-from-home experience from dinner through the Kape Kaya pop-up.

It’s gas price whiplash. After finally getting some relief, drivers are once again feeling pain at the pump.

With summer heat arriving in Central Florida, local agencies are reminding the community just how dangerous a parked vehicle can become for pets, even in a matter of minutes.

There are more than 300 acres of untouched space in Winter Garden that developers want to get their hands on. It would be off Williams Road and feature over 600 homes, a bed and breakfast, a park, retail space, and a whole lot more.

Residents of Winter Garden's Verde Park say the Florida Turnpike expansion has increased noise and caused property damage after trees were removed and traffic became more visible.

Former Spirit Airlines employees say sudden layoffs left them scrambling for work, with airline applications opening briefly and filling fast, pushing many to job fairs as they wait for answers about pay and benefits.

Rodney Davis, the Marion County man who accused Orlando police of brutality after an incident during Florida Classic Weekend, is no longer facing street racing charges. Davis and his attorney, Rajan Joshi, told News 6 on Wednesday that a charge of operating a vehicle during a street takeover was dropped.

According to police, the recordings appeared to have been made with Brian Larios-Perez's phone propped on the floor and angled toward the neighboring stall.

If a recipe calls for 3 1/4 quarts of milk, how many cups of milk is that? If you could answer this question correctly, you could have taken home the big trophy in the 2026 Orange County Public Schools Math Bee Invitational on Thursday.

Beginning May 26, Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station will bring the beloved Australian animated series to life at Walt Disney World Resort as part of Cool Kids’ Summer.

Blaze Pizza is teaming up with Volpi Foods for a limited-time Italian Escape menu featuring prosciutto-forward pizzas, a strawberry prosciutto salad and tiramisu — all designed to deliver premium flavors at budget-friendly prices through June 23.

Florida wildlife officials are stopping the importation of all sloths into the state in the wake of the deaths of dozens of sloths meant for an Orlando attraction.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier spoke out on Tuesday over a year after a murder convict was sentenced to just four years in prison.

Jeff Vahle became president in May 2020, navigating Walt Disney World through the COVID-19 pandemic — which forced a temporary shutdown of the resort — and led the landmark 50th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World.

How should Orange County’s schools allow AI usage? The school board discussing that issue today, with the hopes of having a policy in place before the next school year. The proposal bans OpenAI programs and chatbots for emotional support, and but allows it for instruction in specific cases.

Every single day, the Salvation Army is helping families find food, shelter, support, and stability during some of the hardest moments of their lives.

State Rep. Anna Eskamani said the agency has agreed to pursue rulemaking changes before the end of the year.

Orange County leaders are advancing a proposal to build a homeless shelter in the Goldenrod area, a project supporters call a step toward long-term housing solutions, but one that’s drawing pushback from some neighbors.

An annual Orange County community event meant to bring families together turned chaotic Saturday after what organizers described as a “teen takeover” promoted on social media.

Florida now ranks third worst in the nation; a short sale specialist says she’s never seen it slow down.

Three supervisors of elections gathered last week for a public panel where they talked through those issues, describing a web of security partnerships, training protocols and contingency planning that reflects the expanding security demands of their jobs as they prepare for the 2026 primaries and midterm elections. Our News Collaborative of Central Florida partners, Vox Populi, filed this report.

The two Orlando powerhouses announced the launch of the Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation, a first-of-its-kind program designed to train the next generation of immersive experience leaders.

With a 40% increase in emergency requests, the Salvation Army is calling on the community to help raise $1,000,000.

A new musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' 'The Notebook' is coming to Orlando, telling the story of Allie and Noah, lovers from different backgrounds who overcome obstacles to reunite.

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that distracted driving is a dangerous habit. But what about when you come to a standstill?

Rolling Loud’s first year at Camping World Stadium is drawing massive crowds and “electric” energy, while organizers and law enforcement urge fans to stay safe amid extreme heat and congested roads.

An Orlando man was arrested during a trip to Hawaii as part of a fraud bust this week, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.

A cyberattack is disrupting the online learning platform Canvas, affecting thousands of schools in Florida and around the world as students prepare for finals.

Step into Disney animation, then watch it take flight. Cirque du Soleil’s Drawn to Life at Disney Springs mixes big feelings, big stunts and big magic.

The report finds 981 intersection crashes from 2019-2024, including 465 at Hiawassee and Silver Star.

After recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.

Last month, local elections officials were sounding the alarm that new congressional maps would cost counties money and staff time. Those concerns are now coming true. On Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a controversial new congressional map into law that gives Republicans an advantage in nearly all the state’s seats.

The city of Orlando will begin rehoming its resident Lake Eola swans as the city prepares for a massive renovation plan around the lake. The deaths of dozens of swans and other birds from avian influenza earlier this year also influenced the decision.

The International Olympic Committee announced the city will host the final stop of the Olympic Q-Series 2028, a key qualification pathway to the LA28 Olympic Games, June 8-11, 2028.

In a statement to News 6, officials said it is mourning the loss of a staff member who died while working at the airport.

Located at Disney Springs West Side, the interactive social gaming venue will bring more than 60 life-sized mini-games to a sprawling 45,000-square-foot space designed for adults and teens.

A man was arrested after hidden cameras were discovered multiple times inside the restroom of Barnie’s Coffee & Tea in Winter Park, recording 18 people, including children.

Orlando police and festival organizers say increased staffing and special event zones will be in place this weekend as Rolling Loud draws tens of thousands to Camping World Stadium.

Rapper Kodak Black was booked into the Orange County Jail following an arrest on a felony drug trafficking charge. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office arrested Bill Kapri — known professionally as Kodak Black — on a charge of trafficking in MDMA, according to Orange County Jail records.

For those who use Canvas, district officials said that some personal information may have been accessed in the data breach.

Nearly a dozen Wekiva High School students are now facing charges after an attack at a bus stop last month went viral, according to the Ocoee Police Department.

Mess Fest is back at Orlando Science Center May 9–10, and I got a media preview of the messy, hands-on fun (including 3 experiments outside). Expect washable paint, physics demos, and big reactions—plus it’s included with general admission (members get in free).

For Mother's Day a longtime Walt Disney World cast member reflects on raising her two children alongside her career — and what it means now that both of them have joined the company she’s called home for decades.

SeaWorld Orlando's 2026 summer lineup features nighttime animal shows, fireworks, and DJ parties.

Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed the area at Universal Islands of Adventure will close in phases over the coming months to make way for a new themed land.

A mix of fun, music, food, and outdoor experiences—perfect for celebrating Mom and enjoying time togethe

Over the past couple of years, experts have noticed a heavy decrease in lovebugs across Central Florida. But that trend seems to have reversed this season.

Habitat for Humanity is increasing fundraising efforts as residential construction costs have increased.

News 6 found the city began fining the couple in 2023. Some of those fines are accruing at up to $2,000 per day, pushing the total well past $500,000. The largest single fine exceeds $341,000.

AAA says gas prices spiked another 31 cents this week, pushing the statewide average to $4.46 a gallon. In Flagler County, it’s even higher at $4.54.

Neighbors say speeding drivers and cut-through traffic have made the area dangerous for pedestrians, especially families and children walking to nearby schools.

Neighbors met to call for roadway and pedestrian improvements after an Orange County study detailed crash trends on Silver Star Road and Hiawassee Road.

Orange County is hosting a series of Pine Hills meetings where residents can share ideas — from new businesses and safety improvements to major development concepts — with a first draft master plan expected as early as this summer.

The shutdown of Spirit Airlines has left hundreds of employees in Orlando facing uncertainty, heartbreak and questions about how they will move forward after suddenly losing their jobs.

The Pride host North Carolina and offer first-time fans free tickets.

Florida will soon become the first state in the nation to require heart screenings for students playing a high school sport for the first time under a new law taking effect July 1.

The Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida announced its plans to build a new Center for Women and Families in Orlando.

Habitat Orlando & Osceola is launching an initiative that engages religious organizations to help address Central Florida's housing crisis.

Joined by Orange County commissioners and sloth conservation experts who traveled from Costa Rica, Eskamani spoke outside the shuttered Sloth World facility on International Drive.

An overturned vehicle caused traffic delays on Florida’s Turnpike southbound near Winter Garden on Wednesday.

According to the sheriff’s office, the man in his 40s opened fire on two men in their 20s. A security guard on scene witnessed the shooting and returned fire, striking the suspect.

Less than two months ago, a health inspector noted that the restaurant had over 100 live roaches on its premises, along with roughly 400 rodent droppings.

There is a mystery house that has been on the corner of Short Avenue and Conley Street in the Carver Park area of Parramore since 2009. Now there is a new deal set to transform the site and put that house to use.

Brightline Trains Florida brought in more money in its latest audit, reporting $214 million in revenue in 2025, up from $188 million in 2024. Most of that total — nearly $199 million — came from ticket sales and other passenger purchases.

Police in Apopka are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a 43-year-old man was critically injured while crossing Orange Blossom Trail.

Newly obtained records by Orange County Community Correspondent, Jayna Manohalal, show another 21 sloths died while under the care of Sloth World, bringing the total number of known sloth deaths connected to the facility to 55.

Another sloth has passed away after dozens of others died ahead of the opening of Sloth World in Orlando.

An Orange County woman accused of helping run a multimillion-dollar immigration scam is expected to appear in court for a hearing on Tuesday.

CareerSource Central Florida is hosting two Rapid Response hiring events at its Southeast Orange Career Center.

Walt Disney World is rolling out a full slate of new experiences this month, with major updates landing May 22 and May 26 across multiple parks.

Police say a man was arrested at a busy Orlando outlet mall after allegedly recording video underneath a woman’s dress. Investigators say the suspect admitted to the act, which happened in broad daylight, alarming shoppers and nearby residents.

On Tuesday, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office told News 6 that this incident is under review by its Professional Standards Division.

Travelers in Orlando have struggled booking flights after Spirit Airlines suddenly cancelled all flights amid financial struggles.

Another sloth has passed away after dozens of others died ahead of the opening of Sloth World in Orlando.

A recent study shows that two destructive termites are spreading much farther throughout the state than experts initially predicted.

Florida’s ever-popular grocery chain has plenty of interesting features, though one location in particular has an odd sight in store for visitors.

Two men were arrested after shots were reported near Martin Street and North Maine Avenue, where vehicles and a fence were hit by gunfire, police said.

Neighbors tell News 6 they fear for their safety after a Horizon West homeowner reportedly spray-painted alarming messages on the home, prompting repeated law enforcement responses and a code enforcement complaint.

The new 120-foot vessel will bring the total fleet from three to four, with a projected launch in 2027.

As of Friday, the average price per gallon across Florida sits at $4.28, which is a bit lower than the national average of $4.39, according to AAA.

Florida prosecutors are looking into whether criminal charges are possible after dozens of sloths died ahead of the opening of Sloth World in Orlando. On Friday, Attorney General James Uthmeier responded to a call for a criminal investigation from State Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando.

Florida prosecutors are looking into whether criminal charges are possible after dozens of sloths died ahead of the opening of Sloth World in Orlando. On Friday, Attorney General James Uthmeier responded to a call for a criminal investigation from State Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando.

With the current standings against the Detroit Pistons in favor of the Magic, fans say they’re feeling pretty good about this game.

Last week, 12 more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Three newly built homes in Parramore are set to go on sale for $380,000, drawing debate over affordability as the city rolls out major buyer incentives and opens applications Friday.

Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Kitchen at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress may have a celebrity-chef name, but the experience goes deeper — a Florida-inspired menu that blends coastal staples with the cultures that shape the state, plus a commitment to sourcing locally and supporting Florida vendors. Here’s what stood out on my visit, from the tuna tostada “science” to the black lime swordfish, along with details on upcoming Blaise Days and a special Mother’s Day brunch.

Festivals, sports, shopping, and high-energy entertainment all in one weekend. Here are six things you can do in Central Florida in the next couple of days.

Veterans can register for the complimentary ticket through May 10 and have until June 30 to visit the Orlando park.

Nearly two months after a lawyer was jailed for contempt of court while battling his homeowner’s association, an appeals court has denied the attorney’s petition to be set free.

Disney announced that Magic Kingdom classic is set to reopen in May, following a top-to-bottom refurbishment — and it’s bringing new thrills along for the wild ride.