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Bicyclist dies after being struck in Osceola County crosswalk, FHP says
Read full article: Bicyclist dies after being struck in Osceola County crosswalk, FHP saysA 63-year-old St. Cloud man riding a bike near Kissimmee was struck by a pickup truck and later died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Central Florida shelter seeks foster families for animals during renovations
Read full article: Central Florida shelter seeks foster families for animals during renovationsAs Osceola County Animal Services works to improve its facility, the shelter is urgently seeking foster families to help care for animals in need.
Orange-Osceola state attorney bars law enforcement from forwarding some โnon-arrestโ cases
Read full article: Orange-Osceola state attorney bars law enforcement from forwarding some โnon-arrestโ casesMonique Worrell, the state attorney for Orange and Osceola counties, implemented a new policy this week that prohibits law enforcement agencies from forwarding certain criminal cases to her office that lack enough admissible evidence to justify an arrest.
Green Meadows Petting Farm opens as part of Lancaster Ranch Park development
Read full article: Green Meadows Petting Farm opens as part of Lancaster Ranch Park developmentAs Kissimmee continues transforming 150 acres of land into a park featuring bike trails, playgrounds, and pavilions, it has officially opened a petting farm.
WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve on Patrol breaks down everything to know about Osceola Clerkโs Office
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve on Patrol breaks down everything to know about Osceola Clerkโs OfficeIโll be riding with Kelvin Soto, Esq., Osceola Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller, for an insightful discussion about the Osceola Clerkโs Officeโwhat it does, why it matters, and how it impacts the daily lives of residents.
โNo. 1 is the flooding:โ Brighton Lakes residents concerned about development plans
Read full article: โNo. 1 is the flooding:โ Brighton Lakes residents concerned about development plansNews 6 met with about a dozen residents in Osceola County's Brighton Lakes development to speak about their concerns regarding their prospective neighbors.
How to find help for domestic violence survivors in Central Floridaโs counties
Read full article: How to find help for domestic violence survivors in Central Floridaโs countiesIf you need help getting out of an abusive situation, you can find shelters and groups in almost every Central Florida county.
No injuries reported after roof partially collapses during warehouse fire in Kissimmee
Read full article: No injuries reported after roof partially collapses during warehouse fire in KissimmeeNo injuries were reported during after a roof partially collapsed at a warehouse during a fire in Kissimmee on Saturday afternoon, according to a news release.
Night swimming: A lineup of after-hours events happening at Central Florida waterparks
Read full article: Night swimming: A lineup of after-hours events happening at Central Florida waterparksSpecial ticketed events at theme parks have gained a big interest in recent years, with guests wanting to take advantage of perks such as lower wait times, fewer guests, and exclusive food items.
Orlando becomes fastest-growing large region. Hereโs how much itโs grown
Read full article: Orlando becomes fastest-growing large region. Hereโs how much itโs grownItโs widely known that people are increasingly calling Florida home, and according to new data, the Orlando area is a popular choice to plant roots.
Attempted murder suspect leads Osceola County deputies on chase, gets apprehended in Orange County
Read full article: Attempted murder suspect leads Osceola County deputies on chase, gets apprehended in Orange CountyA homicide suspect led Osceola County deputies on a chase before being taken into custody in Orange County, deputies said.
Federal funding freeze leaves Central Florida food bank without a million pounds of food
Read full article: Federal funding freeze leaves Central Florida food bank without a million pounds of foodSecond Harvest says the federal funding freeze has halted all CCC-funded orders for the USDAโs Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), resulting in the suspension of 28 tractor-trailer loads of food meant for the Central Florida food bank.
Osceola County ramps up school zone safety with fines, additional speed cameras
Read full article: Osceola County ramps up school zone safety with fines, additional speed camerasOsceola County is set to launch its second phase of its school zone safety program on Wednesday, where drivers will receive a $100 fine and a citation if caught speeding in a school zone, according to a news release from the county.
Sunshine Corridor: Orange County commissioners to vote on funding SunRail expansion
Read full article: Sunshine Corridor: Orange County commissioners to vote on funding SunRail expansionOrange County commissioners are set to vote on contributing to a $6 million study on expanding the SunRail as part of the Sunshine Corridor project.
โRisking your life:โ Safety changes coming to Michigan Avenue in Osceola County. Hereโs whatโs next
Read full article: โRisking your life:โ Safety changes coming to Michigan Avenue in Osceola County. Hereโs whatโs nextFor years, News 6 has reported on the issues on the street. Speeding cars, numerous bus stops, and lack of crosswalks for most of the street make it a potentially hazardous area for pedestrians. A public meeting on new safety plans is tonight in Kissimmee.
Protect your pets with a free microchip event in Osceola County
Read full article: Protect your pets with a free microchip event in Osceola CountyWe're excited to welcome Osceola County Commissioner Peggy Choudhry for a live interview as we discuss an incredible opportunity for pet owners in the community.
Stephan Sterns, accused of killing Madeline Soto, appears as lawyers ask to ban public from court hearings
Read full article: Stephan Sterns, accused of killing Madeline Soto, appears as lawyers ask to ban public from court hearingsThe man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto is asking a judge to ban the public, including members of the press, from attending his pre-trial court hearings.
Man accused of sexually abusing 13-year-old in Osceola County
Read full article: Man accused of sexually abusing 13-year-old in Osceola CountyA man, who was already on immigration parole, is being held in Osceola County without bond on accusations he sexually abused a 13-year, according to the sheriffโs office.
Neighbors help evacuate residents as 10-acre brush fire burns in Osceola County
Read full article: Neighbors help evacuate residents as 10-acre brush fire burns in Osceola CountyA wildfire in Osceola County temporarily forced the evacuation of some homes out of an โabundance of caution,โ officials said.
Osceola County leaders push for statewide hands-free driving law
Read full article: Osceola County leaders push for statewide hands-free driving lawOsceola County leaders are calling for tougher distracted driving laws, formally backing a bill moving through the Florida Senate that would make the state hands-free.
3 killed, including 5-year-old in head-on crash in Osceola County, troopers say
Read full article: 3 killed, including 5-year-old in head-on crash in Osceola County, troopers sayThree people, including a 5-year-old boy, were killed in an Osceola County crash on Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Vehicle crashes into transformer, bursts into flames in St. Cloud; no injuries reported
Read full article: Vehicle crashes into transformer, bursts into flames in St. Cloud; no injuries reportedNo injuries were reported after a vehicle smashed into a power transformer in St. Cloud before it erupted in flames on Saturday, according to a news release.
โFollow the law:โ Osceola sheriff addresses new state illegal immigration laws
Read full article: โFollow the law:โ Osceola sheriff addresses new state illegal immigration lawsInside the auditorium at Gateway High School Thursday night, Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez addressed a politically fraught topic that is of high interest to the large Hispanic community he serves: illegal immigration.
Traffic ticket lands teen awaiting 2023 Poinciana crash trial in jail
Read full article: Traffic ticket lands teen awaiting 2023 Poinciana crash trial in jailThe teen involved in a 2023 Poinciana crash that claimed four lives, faced a plea hearing on Thursday in a completely separate case. He pleaded no contest to a 2024 charge of driving without a license, and received a 60-day jail sentence, along with six months of probation.
Florida Dunkin Donuts refused drive-thru service to deaf woman on Christmas, complaint claims
Read full article: Florida Dunkin Donuts refused drive-thru service to deaf woman on Christmas, complaint claimsA woman is claiming discrimination by Dunkin Donuts after she was refused drive-thru service on Christmas Day, according to law firm Morgan & Morgan.
โThis business is closed:โ Osceola deputies arrest 26 in one of countyโs largest fentanyl bust
Read full article: โThis business is closed:โ Osceola deputies arrest 26 in one of countyโs largest fentanyl bustThe Osceola County Sheriffโs Office announced on Wednesday the arrest of 26 people in one of the agencyโs largest-ever fentanyl bust.
New Kissimmee carnival to debut during spring break. What you can expect
Read full article: New Kissimmee carnival to debut during spring break. What you can expectThe Promenade at Sunset Walk, a resort destination for entertainment and dining in Kissimmee, will be debuting a new carnival with rides and exclusive fair discounts.
Decades-long case gets new push after morbid discovery at Kissimmee motel
Read full article: Decades-long case gets new push after morbid discovery at Kissimmee motelInvestigators have renewed their push for clues decades after the discovery of a womanโs remains in Kissimmee, according to the police department.
Clermont police chief to take over the agency in Kissimmee
Read full article: Clermont police chief to take over the agency in KissimmeeThe police chief of Clermont is trading in the rolling hills for Kowtown. Chief Charles Broadway will take over Kissimmeeโs police department, with a swearing-in ceremony on April 1.
Teens in stolen car lead I-4 chase that ends in crash on Lee Road in Orange County, deputies say
Read full article: Teens in stolen car lead I-4 chase that ends in crash on Lee Road in Orange County, deputies sayA stolen vehicle carrying seven people led law enforcement on a chase, ending in a crash on Lee Road in Orange County, according to sheriffโs officials.
These are the bills Central Florida state representatives are pushing during the legislative session
Read full article: These are the bills Central Florida state representatives are pushing during the legislative sessionThe annual Florida Legislative Session gets underway Tuesday, and our state representatives are looking to pass bills on everything from help for people with disabilities to preventing pool drownings to mental health care for teachers.
These are the bills Central Florida State senators are pushing during the legislative session
Read full article: These are the bills Central Florida State senators are pushing during the legislative sessionWe asked Central Florida's 12 state senators (nine Republicans and three Democrats) what bills they hoped to pass this year and what issues they hoped the legislature would prioritize. Here are the responses we got.
Gator attacks woman who was โpaddlingโ at Tiger Creek Preserve in Florida, wildlife officials say
Read full article: Gator attacks woman who was โpaddlingโ at Tiger Creek Preserve in Florida, wildlife officials sayA woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Gator attacks woman who was โpaddlingโ in Tiger Creek Canal in Florida, wildlife officials say
Read full article: Gator attacks woman who was โpaddlingโ in Tiger Creek Canal in Florida, wildlife officials sayA woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
โGroup of Colombian nationalsโ accused of burgling homes, businesses in Orange, Osceola counties
Read full article: โGroup of Colombian nationalsโ accused of burgling homes, businesses in Orange, Osceola countiesFive people described as a โgroup of Colombian nationalsโ are behind bars after they committing residential burglaries in Orange and Osceola counties, according to a news release.
Itโs been 1 year since Madeline Sotoโs body was found. Hereโs the timeline of her case
Read full article: Itโs been 1 year since Madeline Sotoโs body was found. Hereโs the timeline of her caseAs the investigation into Madeline Soto's death continues, News 6 provides a timeline of events stemming back to her initial disappearance.
โA complete shock:โ Osceola deputy accused of strangling his spouse
Read full article: โA complete shock:โ Osceola deputy accused of strangling his spouseIn a release, deputies said they received the reports on Thursday, prompting the sheriffโs office to immediately notify the Criminal Investigations Division to look into the issue.
Universal commits $2M to SunRail expansion study needed for airport to I-Drive route
Read full article: Universal commits $2M to SunRail expansion study needed for airport to I-Drive routeUniversal Orlando announced this week it would put $2 million toward the cost of a crucial study needed to bring a planned SunRail line from Orlando International Airport to International Drive.
Man accused of stealing copper from refrigeration units at Osceola County church
Read full article: Man accused of stealing copper from refrigeration units at Osceola County churchA 37-year-old man is accused of stealing copper from the refrigeration systems at an Osceola County church that also helps to feed the homeless, according to Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez.
โMiss you so much.โ Community honors Madeline Soto nearly 1 year after her murder
Read full article: โMiss you so much.โ Community honors Madeline Soto nearly 1 year after her murderNearly a year after 13-year-old Madeline โMaddieโ Soto was murdered, family, friends, and community members gathered at Lakefront Park in St. Cloud to honor her on what would have been her 14th birthday.
Egg prices are soaring. Meet a Central Florida farmer who trying to meet demand
Read full article: Egg prices are soaring. Meet a Central Florida farmer who trying to meet demandIn Kissimmee, Florida, local egg farmer Wagner has seen demand for his eggs explode. What started as a humble backyard operation with just 12 chickens has grown into a thriving farm with more than 300 egg-producing hens. But despite his success, heโs feeling the pressure of rising costs.
Teen driver arrested in Poinciana crash that killed 4, including 3 children, FHP says
Read full article: Teen driver arrested in Poinciana crash that killed 4, including 3 children, FHP saysA 16-year-old boy has turned himself in after the Florida Highway Patrol obtained a warrant for his arrest in connection to a 2023 crash in Poinciana that left four people dead, three of them children.
Osceola County to issue warnings for drivers caught on school zone speed cams. See when it starts
Read full article: Osceola County to issue warnings for drivers caught on school zone speed cams. See when it startsOsceola County will issue warnings to anyone caught speeding in 10 community school zones starting next week, according to a news release from the county.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: How Central Florida manages school buses
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: How Central Florida manages school busesThe costs of school buses have risen due to inflation. Hereโs how Central Floridaโs school districts are handling the rising cost to purchase new buses. Most districts replace their buses every 10-12 years.
Father arrested after Poinciana crash caused by teen son kills 4, including 3 children
Read full article: Father arrested after Poinciana crash caused by teen son kills 4, including 3 childrenA man was arrested more than a year after his teen son ran a stop sign and struck an SUV at an intersection in Poinciana, killing four of the SUVโs occupants, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Haines City couple falls victim to wire fraud during home purchase
Read full article: Haines City couple falls victim to wire fraud during home purchaseA Haines City couple found themselves in a financial nightmare after cybercriminals intercepted the money they were sending for a down payment on their new home.
Cruising through Margaritaville: A traffic getaway you wonโt want to miss
Read full article: Cruising through Margaritaville: A traffic getaway you wonโt want to missYou all have made it crystal clear that you enjoy a scenic drive through uncharted territory, so today we're setting sail for Margaritaville right in the heart of west Osceola County!
15-year-old boy returns safely after being reported missing, endangered out of St. Cloud, police say
Read full article: 15-year-old boy returns safely after being reported missing, endangered out of St. Cloud, police sayUPDATE: Lindell LaVell Parker, 15, has returned safely, the St. Cloud Police Department said in a statement Wednesday morning.
Stephan Sterns, Madeline Sotoโs accused killer, asks judge to ban public from court hearings
Read full article: Stephan Sterns, Madeline Sotoโs accused killer, asks judge to ban public from court hearingsThe man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto is asking a judge to ban the public, including members of the press, from attending his pre-trial court hearings.
Trooper Steve on Patrol takes a look at Central Floridaโs busiest traffic hotspot
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol takes a look at Central Floridaโs busiest traffic hotspotWhether its commuters, tourists heading to the theme parks, or long-haul truckers making their way through the state, this stretch is often a frustrating bottleneck.
Several Florida hospitals suing UnitedHealthcare for allegedly underpaying for emergency services
Read full article: Several Florida hospitals suing UnitedHealthcare for allegedly underpaying for emergency servicesSeveral hospitals, including six in Central Florida, are suing UnitedHealthcare for underpaying for emergency services provided, according to court records.
โA perfect day:โ 15 couples say โI doโ in Osceola County Courthouse wedding on Valentineโs Day
Read full article: โA perfect day:โ 15 couples say โI doโ in Osceola County Courthouse wedding on Valentineโs DayWedding bells rang out at the Osceola County Historic Courthouse on Wednesday as 15 couples tied the knot in a special Valentineโs Day group wedding ceremony.
Osceola County mom who poisoned family with bleach gets life in prison
Read full article: Osceola County mom who poisoned family with bleach gets life in prisonAn Osceola County mother who forced her children to drink bleach and strangled her 3-year-old to death was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday, court records show.
81st Osceola County Fair returns with rides, concerts, livestock show
Read full article: 81st Osceola County Fair returns with rides, concerts, livestock showThe 81st annual Osceola County Fair is back from the Kissimmee Valley Livestock Show, celebrating agriculture, community, food and fun for the whole family.
Operation Best Foot Forward enhances pedestrian safety near Central Florida schools
Read full article: Operation Best Foot Forward enhances pedestrian safety near Central Florida schoolsOperation Best Foot Forward, a two-week campaign launched Feb. 11, aims to enhance safety across Central Florida by raising awareness about Floridaโs driver yield laws, which grant pedestrians the right-of-way at crosswalks.
โStrike in the buttocks:โ Osceola deputy subject of sexual harassment complaint
Read full article: โStrike in the buttocks:โ Osceola deputy subject of sexual harassment complaintA lieutenant with the Osceola County Sheriffโs Office accused of making a female employee โuncomfortableโ by touching her hair and striking her in the buttocks with his lanyard was cleared of violating the agencyโs sexual harassment policy, records obtained by News 6 show.
Joann Fabrics will close 500 of its 800 stores, including these Central Florida stores
Read full article: Joann Fabrics will close 500 of its 800 stores, including these Central Florida storesJoann Fabrics will close almost all of its Central Florida stores as it grapples with bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year.
Man played video games while daughter drowned in bathtub, Osceola deputies say
Read full article: Man played video games while daughter drowned in bathtub, Osceola deputies sayA man arrested in Osceola County is accused of aggravated manslaughter of a child after his daughter drowned in a bathtub while he played video games, according to the sheriff's office.
Find your โfurr-everโ Valentine at Osceola County Animal Services event
Read full article: Find your โfurr-everโ Valentine at Osceola County Animal Services eventLooking for a new furry friend? Osceola County Animal Services is hosting the second annual Furr-Ever Valentine Adoption special, offering a chance to find the perfect friend or gift.
Housing, utilities help top calls into Orlando-area United Wayโs 211 hotline
Read full article: Housing, utilities help top calls into Orlando-area United Wayโs 211 hotlineA guide to community resources across the tri-county area is just a phone call away. Heart of Florida United Way wants you to remember 2-1-1 when you need help.
Canโt find eggs at the supermarket? Try a Central Florida farm
Read full article: Canโt find eggs at the supermarket? Try a Central Florida farmGrocery stores are restricting eggs and raising prices as national farms grapple with persistent bird flu outbreaks and the rising cost of feed. For Central Floridaโs egg farmers, their chickens are revving up for egg-laying season, and they are trying to meet the demand.
Scammers target Florida pet owners with fake shelter calls. What you need to know
Read full article: Scammers target Florida pet owners with fake shelter calls. What you need to knowScammers posing as local animal shelters are exploiting pet owners in distress by soliciting money under false pretenses.
Madeline Sotoโs accused killer seeks suppression of cell phone evidence
Read full article: Madeline Sotoโs accused killer seeks suppression of cell phone evidenceThe man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto is asking a judge to throw out evidence investigators found on his cell phone and online Google Drive account.
Saddle up to the 154th Silver Spurs Rodeo in Kissimmee
Read full article: Saddle up to the 154th Silver Spurs Rodeo in KissimmeeThe Silver Spurs Rodeo โ the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi โ returns for its annual ropinโ, wrestlinโ and ridinโ at Silver Spurs Arena inside of Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
Stephan Sterns, accused of killing Madeline Soto, files motion to drop death penalty
Read full article: Stephan Sterns, accused of killing Madeline Soto, files motion to drop death penaltyThe man accused of murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto is asking a judge to take the death penalty off the table.
These are the deadliest areas in Florida for car crashes. Which ranked No. 1?
Read full article: These are the deadliest areas in Florida for car crashes. Which ranked No. 1?With 2024 all wrapped up, Florida officials have now released last year's statewide crash data. However, some might be surprised by which counties ranked among the deadliest.
โIncrease access to quality medical services:โ Orlando Health opens bilingual clinics in Osceola County
Read full article: โIncrease access to quality medical services:โ Orlando Health opens bilingual clinics in Osceola CountyThere are two new bilingual healthcare clinics in Osceola County to break down language barriers in healthcare.