Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies say
Read full article: Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies sayAn Oviedo man was taken into custody this week after deputies said he was spotted in a "sexual performance" with a vacuum cleaner.
Security guard arrested after fight with Osceola teen at juvenile detention facility, deputies say
Read full article: Security guard arrested after fight with Osceola teen at juvenile detention facility, deputies sayA security guard at the Kissimmee Youth Academy was arrested after a “physical altercation” with a 15-year-old juvenile housed at the facility, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said.
Osceola schools promises ‘appropriate action’ after crowded bus leaves students sitting on floor
Read full article: Osceola schools promises ‘appropriate action’ after crowded bus leaves students sitting on floorAn Osceola County mother says her 13-year-old son was put in an unsafe situation after multiple students were forced to sit on the floor of a school bus due to overcrowding.
Cold weather shelters to open in Central Florida as next cold blast hits
Read full article: Cold weather shelters to open in Central Florida as next cold blast hitsCold weather shelters across Central Florida are opening as we prepare for an extended cold snap with several mornings of freeze and frost concerns.
Triple shooting suspect stopped mandatory treatment despite 2022 acquittal order, Worrell says
Read full article: Triple shooting suspect stopped mandatory treatment despite 2022 acquittal order, Worrell saysThe state attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit revealed Thursday that the man charged in a triple fatal shooting in Osceola County over the weekend had stopped going to mandatory outpatient treatment following his 2022 acquittal on an attempted murder charge.
Monique Worrell marks first year back in office with focus on mental health, justice system reforms
Read full article: Monique Worrell marks first year back in office with focus on mental health, justice system reformsOrange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell says the event will mark her first year back in office.
Homelessness advocates need volunteers for annual count in Central Florida
Read full article: Homelessness advocates need volunteers for annual count in Central FloridaThe groups that coordinate services for Central Florida’s homeless community need volunteers to take the annual census. Find out when the Point-In-Time Count is happening where you live, and help out.
Man accused in Osceola fatal shooting of 3 tourists was not supposed to have gun, records show
Read full article: Man accused in Osceola fatal shooting of 3 tourists was not supposed to have gun, records showThe man accused of randomly shooting and killing three tourists in Osceola County over the weekend had not been permitted to have a gun since 2022, according to court documents reviewed by News 6.
‘Left with unimaginable pain:’ 3 tourists shot dead in random Osceola County attack
Read full article: ‘Left with unimaginable pain:’ 3 tourists shot dead in random Osceola County attackThe Osceola County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man over the weekend accused of randomly shooting and killing three out-of-state tourists outside a rental home, a crime some in the community say has left them shaken and raised serious questions about public safety.
Florida lawmaker pushes for flashing lights at crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety
Read full article: Florida lawmaker pushes for flashing lights at crosswalks to improve pedestrian safetyFlorida is one of the deadliest states for pedestrians, with Central Florida especially dangerous. An Osceola County state representative is pushing a bill to increase technology at crosswalks around the state.
Suspect arrested, sheriff identifies victims after 3 tourists killed in Osceola County
Read full article: Suspect arrested, sheriff identifies victims after 3 tourists killed in Osceola CountyA 29-year-old man has been arrested after three men were found shot to death outside a home in the Indian Hill subdivision near Kissimmee.
Uber driver spat on, shot at 7 times in tip dispute, Osceola County deputies say
Read full article: Uber driver spat on, shot at 7 times in tip dispute, Osceola County deputies sayAlexis Armando Encarnacion Rosado was taken into custody on charges of shooting into an occupied vehicle, discharging a firearm in public, possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, battery, and felony criminal mischief over $1,000.
Fiery Osceola County between 2 semitrucks crash kills 1, injures another; SR-60 closed in both directions
Read full article: Fiery Osceola County between 2 semitrucks crash kills 1, injures another; SR-60 closed in both directionsA fatal crash along State Road 60 shut down traffic along the highway on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida district
Read full article: Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida districtStatewide, the Florida high school graduation rate is at 92.2%, up from 89.7% the previous year. Central Florida's school districts are also touting improved rates.
New details after woman mauled to death by alligator at Lake Kissimmee
Read full article: New details after woman mauled to death by alligator at Lake KissimmeeMonths after an alligator mauled a woman to death at Lake Kissimmee State Park, investigators have released a report detailing what exactly happened.
This is the deadliest area for car crashes in Florida, new data shows
Read full article: This is the deadliest area for car crashes in Florida, new data showsIt’s already been a week into the new year, and state officials have revealed which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.
Kissimmee officials renew Freebee downtown ride contract
Read full article: Kissimmee officials renew Freebee downtown ride contractKissimmee city commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday evening to renew the contract for a free downtown ride service that has seen significant ridership growth since its launch in 2023.
Ferrari once owned by Donald Trump headed to Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee
Read full article: Ferrari once owned by Donald Trump headed to Mecum Auctions in KissimmeeA 2007 Ferrari F430 F1 purchased new by now-President Donald Trump is one of the vehicles set to cross the auction block during Mecum’s Kissimmee 2026 sale.
Celebratory gunfire prompts safety warnings ahead of New Year’s Day in St. Cloud
Read full article: Celebratory gunfire prompts safety warnings ahead of New Year’s Day in St. CloudAs Central Florida prepares to ring in the new year, law enforcement and fireworks vendors are urging residents to celebrate safely and avoid dangerous — and illegal — traditions involving firearms.
Cold weather shelters opening in Central Florida as ‘feels-like’ temps reach freezing mark
Read full article: Cold weather shelters opening in Central Florida as ‘feels-like’ temps reach freezing markCentral Florida residents will need to bundle up this week as a strong cold front causes temperatures to drop like a bejeweled ball on New Year’s Eve. We've put together a list of locations where people can escape the cold this week. Keep checking back for updates.
Osceola County Corrections warns of fake jail calls requesting payments via apps
Read full article: Osceola County Corrections warns of fake jail calls requesting payments via appsOsceola County Corrections has received reports of individuals contacting friends and families of those currently in custody — claiming to represent the jail.
Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms released on bond
Read full article: Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms released on bondA judge on Tuesday set bond for a woman accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy under the water in a pool at Gaylord Palms, and she later bonded out of jail.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned semi causes major shutdown on Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola County
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Overturned semi causes major shutdown on Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola CountyA crash has northbound lanes of the Florida's Turnpike shut down Tuesday morning in Osceola County.
ROACHES APLENTY: Even more Central Florida restaurants closed last week
Read full article: ROACHES APLENTY: Even more Central Florida restaurants closed last weekIn the week before Christmas, nearly a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to shut their doors, according to state records.
Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms pool, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms pool, sheriff’s office saysA woman is accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy under the water in a pool at Gaylord Palms, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Constantly knocking:’ Persistent internet sales pitches cause frustration among St. Cloud homeowners
Read full article: ‘Constantly knocking:’ Persistent internet sales pitches cause frustration among St. Cloud homeownersSome St. Cloud residents say Quantum Fiber’s persistent door-to-door sales tactics are intrusive and harassing, despite repeated refusals to switch services.
St. Cloud business owners become Secret Santas with holiday gift hunt
Read full article: St. Cloud business owners become Secret Santas with holiday gift huntA group of St. Cloud business owners has quietly transformed the city into a festive treasure hunt by hiding small gifts and gift cards around downtown, encouraging families to explore and share their finds as part of a growing holiday tradition.
VIDEO: 2 arrested after armed BMW carjacking in Osceola County, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: 2 arrested after armed BMW carjacking in Osceola County, deputies sayThe victim and the two suspects took the BMW for a test drive. When the drive ended, one suspect pulled a gun and ordered the victim out of the vehicle, Osceola County deputies said.
Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
Father arrested after toddler drowns in Osceola County hot tub, deputies say
Read full article: Father arrested after toddler drowns in Osceola County hot tub, deputies sayA father faces charges after his 20-month-old daughter died early Saturday after being found unresponsive in a hot tub at a vacation rental, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Boggy Creek Road widening project update amid traffic concerns
Read full article: Boggy Creek Road widening project update amid traffic concernsViewers have been reaching out to News 6, raising concerns over worsening traffic on Boggy Creek Road along the Orange–Osceola county line, where major growth and ongoing construction are converging.
$2.5B toll road in Poinciana closer to becoming reality
Read full article: $2.5B toll road in Poinciana closer to becoming realityThe Central Florida Expressway Authority has approved the Southport Connector Project, a controversial 15-mile highway designed to ease traffic from Poinciana Parkway to the Turnpike.
Trader Joe’s eyes 2 new Central Florida locations. Here’s where they’re looking
Read full article: Trader Joe’s eyes 2 new Central Florida locations. Here’s where they’re lookingFollowing highly anticipated openings in Daytona Beach and Melbourne in the last month, Trader Joe's is looking to expand further in our area.
Jackknifed tractor-trailer causing traffic delays on I-4 in Osceola County, troopers say
Read full article: Jackknifed tractor-trailer causing traffic delays on I-4 in Osceola County, troopers sayA crash involving a jackknifed tractor-trailer and another vehicle is causing headaches for motorists on Interstate 4 in Osceola County on Sunday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man riding electric scooter in St. Cloud struck, killed by several vehicles, police say
Read full article: Man riding electric scooter in St. Cloud struck, killed by several vehicles, police sayPolice in St. Cloud are looking to identify the driver of a vehicle they say struck and killed a person on an electric scooter before leaving the scene.
Motorcycle passenger dies, rider in critical condition after crash in Osceola, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcycle passenger dies, rider in critical condition after crash in Osceola, FHP saysA motorcycle rider was hospitalized in critical condition after a crash in Osceola County that led to the death of his passenger, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Viral hostage situation erupts at Kissimmee apartment complex on Facebook Live
Read full article: Viral hostage situation erupts at Kissimmee apartment complex on Facebook LiveA hostage situation broke out at a Kissimmee apartment complex on Friday morning, ultimately leading to the suspect being shot and killed by deputies, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
🌳Discover the Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park: Family-friendly aerial adventure minutes from Disney
Read full article: 🌳Discover the Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park: Family-friendly aerial adventure minutes from DisneyLooking for an outdoor adventure? Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park offers exciting aerial courses, ziplines, and swinging bridges for all ages.
Krampus comes to Orlando this week. Where to celebrate this European Christmas tradition
Read full article: Krampus comes to Orlando this week. Where to celebrate this European Christmas traditionFor centuries, winter has been a time for scary stories as people gave form to their fears of the dark. From Gryla in Iceland to the Kallikantzari in Greece, many of the stories seem to be intended as a last-ditch effort to scare naughty children straight. Take the Central European legend of the Krampus.
Gov. DeSantis announces over $100M in grants for water-quality improvement, some in Central Florida
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis announces over $100M in grants for water-quality improvement, some in Central FloridaFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $112 million in grants for water-quality improvements along the Gulf Coast and for some Central Florida utilities companies.
Man arrested after running from Osceola deputies, hiding under mobile home for nearly 14 hours
Read full article: Man arrested after running from Osceola deputies, hiding under mobile home for nearly 14 hoursA man was arrested Sunday after an hourslong standoff with deputies at a Kissimmee mobile home, authorities said.
WATCH LIVE at 1:30 p.m.: Plea negotiation conference for former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez
Read full article: WATCH LIVE at 1:30 p.m.: Plea negotiation conference for former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos LopezPressure on Marcos Lopez has likely grown recently after five of his co-defendants struck plea deals with prosecutors, including his estranged wife.
Florida man arrested in DUI crash that killed 18-year-old, injured 5 others in Osceola County
Read full article: Florida man arrested in DUI crash that killed 18-year-old, injured 5 others in Osceola CountyThe FHP says an 18-year-old Georgia woman was killed and five others were injured when their SUV was struck by another vehicle in a DUI crash in Osceola County.
5 arrested in armed invasion of Airbnb home in Osceola County
Read full article: 5 arrested in armed invasion of Airbnb home in Osceola CountyThe sheriff’s office in Osceola County says it has arrested five people in connection with an armed home invasion at an Airbnb earlier this month that ended in a shootout between the suspects and the guests.
Experience the magic of Christmas at Gaylord Palms: Family fun, shows and holiday cheer
Read full article: Experience the magic of Christmas at Gaylord Palms: Family fun, shows and holiday cheerFrom meeting Santa and snow tubing to Broadway-style shows and a spectacular light show, find out why this holiday event is a must-visit for families and holiday lovers.
🧊 ICE! at Gaylord Palms: Watch 360° cam footage & Slide into Rudolph-themed winter wonderland
Read full article: 🧊 ICE! at Gaylord Palms: Watch 360° cam footage & Slide into Rudolph-themed winter wonderlandGaylord Palms brings a frosty, family-friendly holiday spectacle to Florida with ICE!, a newly redesigned ice-carving experience featuring scenes from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Central Point Christian Academy teacher arrested in Osceola County for ‘inappropriate misconduct’ with student
Read full article: Central Point Christian Academy teacher arrested in Osceola County for ‘inappropriate misconduct’ with studentYezmar Angeanis Ramos-Figueroa, 22, worked at the school as a physical education teacher.
Osceola deputy arrested again, this time accused of video voyeurism
Read full article: Osceola deputy arrested again, this time accused of video voyeurismAn Osceola deputy who turned himself in earlier this year has done so again, this time for a warrant regarding charges of video voyeurism, according to the sheriff’s office.
From free breakfast to free shuttles, all the Small Business Saturday events in Central Florida
Read full article: From free breakfast to free shuttles, all the Small Business Saturday events in Central FloridaNow in its 15th year, Small Business Saturday is meant to shine a light on local businesses and encourage people to take at least some of their holiday spending to mom and pop shops. Check out the list to find a Small Business Saturday event near you.
$10K reward now offered for info on missing 10-year-old last seen in Central Florida
Read full article: $10K reward now offered for info on missing 10-year-old last seen in Central FloridaA $10,000 reward is now being offered for information that could help find a 10-year-old girl from South Florida who was last seen in June.
Robin Severance Lopez, ex-Osceola sheriff’s estranged wife, pleads guilty in illegal gambling case
Read full article: Robin Severance Lopez, ex-Osceola sheriff’s estranged wife, pleads guilty in illegal gambling caseRobin Severance Lopez pleaded guilty Monday to two charges in the illegal gambling case, weeks before she was supposed to go to trial.
Watch highlights, see scores from high school football regional semifinals in Central Florida
Read full article: Watch highlights, see scores from high school football regional semifinals in Central FloridaSee highlights from several games across Central Florida, including Lake, Volusia, Seminole and Orange counties.
Marcos Lopez associate may testify against ex-sheriff’s estranged wife in illegal gambling trial
Read full article: Marcos Lopez associate may testify against ex-sheriff’s estranged wife in illegal gambling trialCourt documents say an associate of the former Osceola County sheriff, Marcos Lopez, may testify at the illegal gambling trial for Lopez’s estranged wife.
St. Cloud raises residential trash pickup fees, plans annual 3% increase to support growth
Read full article: St. Cloud raises residential trash pickup fees, plans annual 3% increase to support growthConcerns have also been raised about maintenance issues, such as leaks from garbage trucks. The city has allocated $1.3 million for fleet maintenance and is expanding its trash truck fleet to improve service reliability.
Osceola County school zone camera citations on pause. Here’s why
Read full article: Osceola County school zone camera citations on pause. Here’s whyOsceola County’s school zone speed cameras are not issuing tickets, for now, after concerns about their potential placement outside school zone boundaries.
‘It’s a nightmare:’ Father of missing girl speaks as search continues in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘It’s a nightmare:’ Father of missing girl speaks as search continues in Central FloridaThe father of a missing South Florida girl will spoke Wednesday in Orange County as the search continues in Central Florida.
Road improvements continue in Osceola County as the population grows
Read full article: Road improvements continue in Osceola County as the population growsThe county has allocated millions of dollars for road improvements to keep up with rapid population growth, which is expected to increase by 50% by 2040.
Orlando Pride in talks with Osceola County on possible relocation of training facilities
Read full article: Orlando Pride in talks with Osceola County on possible relocation of training facilitiesThe Orlando Pride and Orlando City Soccer are engaged in negotiations with Osceola County that could lead to the professional women’s team relocating its training facilities to Osceola County, officials said.
‘Expedite the process:’ Kissimmee police now offer online reporting for non-emergency incidents
Read full article: ‘Expedite the process:’ Kissimmee police now offer online reporting for non-emergency incidentsThe Kissimmee Police Department has launched a new online reporting system that allows people to report certain non-emergency incidents digitally without needing an officer to respond in person.
HOLIDAY GUIDE: Central Florida light displays, parades, events to get in the spirit this 2025 season
Read full article: HOLIDAY GUIDE: Central Florida light displays, parades, events to get in the spirit this 2025 seasonFrom markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
Watch highlights and see scores from regional quarterfinals in Central Florida high school football
Read full article: Watch highlights and see scores from regional quarterfinals in Central Florida high school footballThe high school football playoffs kicked off this week and a number of teams across Central Florida start a journey toward a state title.
Go down in history: See full ‘Rudolph’ ICE! reveal at Gaylord Palms
Read full article: Go down in history: See full ‘Rudolph’ ICE! reveal at Gaylord PalmsA team of 40 expert ice carvers spent over a month crafting 2 million pounds of ice sculptures that bring the classic 1964 stop-motion special to life across a 20,000-square-foot exhibit.
Search expands for missing South Florida girl with focus on abandoned hotels in Osceola County
Read full article: Search expands for missing South Florida girl with focus on abandoned hotels in Osceola CountyAt the request of the Margate Police Department, Osceola detectives are canvassing abandoned hotels near West US-192, an area the family has frequented in the past