After a fight was reported at an Orlando nightclub last week, Orange County deputies announced that a “young man” came forward about his involvement, leading to the arrest of a 17-year-old.
The Orlando Fire Department held “Operation Storm Shield,” a hurricane readiness exercise at the city’s Emergency Operations Center. Participants worked through a simulated major hurricane in three phases — before the storm, during the storm and after — aimed at identifying gaps in response plans now, before a real emergency.
What was supposed to be a celebratory night out quickly turned into a rush to the hospital for Olivia Noguera after she was injured during a fight at an Orlando nightclub.
Customers and employees were left searching for answers Monday after multiple Gringos Locos restaurants across Central Florida appeared to close without warning.
A 41-year-old man is facing an indecent exposure charge after police say he exposed himself to a woman inside a parking garage near downtown Orlando, marking what investigators say is his seventh arrest for a similar offense.
A 29-year-old male construction worker fell roughly 20 feet Thursday morning at the Roth Tower construction site on the University of Central Florida campus, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.
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.
A new forensic training and research lab has opened in Lake Nona, giving University of Central Florida students a chance to learn alongside working Florida Department of Law Enforcement scientists while supporting research into emerging substances.
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.
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.
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.
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.
People staying in the Towers community at the University of Central Florida were temporarily displaced Sunday as freezing temperatures impacted the chilled water system for three of its four buildings, according to UCF.
Ahead of the general election later this year, a 19-year-old student at the University of Central Florida is running to hold a position on the Seminole County School Board.
A SUSF spokeswoman said that several degree programs at universities across Florida have been terminated after a review by the state.
UCF said the center, which has contributed valuable energy research and outreach for 50 years, faced a sharp decline in external funding for traditional energy programs.
A UCF professor was arrested last week after he chased down a student and beat him, according to the Oviedo Police Department.
A man accused of provoking a group of people playing basketball at the University of Central Florida and threatening one of them also pretended to be a police officer while he was being detained, according to his arrest affidavit.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has made it abundantly clear: if he had it his way, he would get rid of property taxes.
The announcement said that one of the standards to qualify for the state designation is a 60 percent four-year graduation rate.
What can you post on social media without risking your job? The question has gained urgency after several employees in Central Florida faced investigations and terminations linked to posts about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Students at the University of Central Florida say a racist email threatening to shoot minority students circulated on campus Thursday, prompting fear and leading some to leave classes early.
A man accused of recording up a woman’s skirt at the University of Central Florida’s library reportedly told a witness that it was his “job” to do so.
A drunken threat landed a Florida woman in jail earlier this year, according to court records newly obtained by News 6.
Universal Epic Universe started as a doodle on paper, nearly 10 years later, Universal Orlando Resort has its fourth theme park. For those epic worlds to fill dreams, many Central Florida hands were involved to make the park a reality.
For the first time in years, the University of Central Florida women’s rowing team is nationally ranked, following a historic victory at the Big 12 championship.
UCF RESTORES, a nationally recognized mental health program, unveiled its first-of-its-kind Resiliency Command Center at the University of Central Florida.
If you grew up watching Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, or more recently (your children perhaps), Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, those shows existed, in part, because American taxpayers paid and continue to pay for them. The Trump Administration is attempting to change that.
A day after a fatal shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee, students at the University of Central Florida spoke with News 6 to provide their reactions.
Amidst pushback from some students, University of Central Florida has reaffirmed its commitment to a state version of the Trump’s administration Department of Government Efficiency.
UCF’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) also offers crisis support and mental health services through appointments, walk-ins, and a 24/7 crisis hotline at 407-823-2811.
Jenna Koo, a final-year nursing student at the University of Central Florida (UCF), never anticipated that her college experience would equip her with the skills to save lives. As she approaches graduation, Koo is acutely aware of the looming nursing shortage in Florida, projected to reach nearly 60,000 by 2035, according to the Florida Hospital Association.
The University of Central Florida suspended two fraternities as it investigates multiple reports of “dangerous and degrading” hazing incidents, a school spokesperson said Tuesday.
A UCF student newspaper accuses a fraternity on campus of using hate symbols during a hazing ritual. The controversial photo depicts a blindfolded student holding what appears to be a swastika symbol, with the student’s face obscured.
A University of Central Florida professor was suspended after an investigation revealed he had been drinking and partying with students last year, according to documents gathered by News 6 this week.
Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis has written a letter to Elon Musk requesting the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) audit what he calls “censorship grants” made federally to some public universities.
The new initiative will give residents access to resources like power and Wi-Fi after an extreme weather event.
Word spread about his exploits after a YouTube video showed the Ratman in action, reportedly fighting off a “would-be bike thief.”
Did you know - Lake Eola is a sinkhole and much of Central Florida sits on top of a massive sinkhole? An Engineering Professor explains what that means and what homeowners should keep in mind.
With hurricane season officially over, researchers in Volusia County are working to make the coastline more resilient before the next time a storm hits.
Gus Malzahn is resigning as Central Florida’s head coach to become Florida State’s offensive coordinator.
Officials announce that a 17-year-old accused in a shooting that killed two in downtown Orlando will be prosecuted as an adult.
The University of Central Florida launched the Center of Excellence in Hypersonic and Space Propulsion, also known as the HyperSpace Center for short.
Florida’s mangroves act as a shield for our coasts against potential storm damage, while also serving as a home for wildlife like various types of fish and other sea creatures.
Did you know - Lake Eola is a sinkhole and much of Central Florida sits on top of a massive sinkhole? An Engineering Professor explains what that means and what homeowners should keep in mind.
Max Williams hit a three-run home run to cap a nine-run fifth inning and No. 8 national seed Florida State went on to defeat Central Florida 12-3 to claim the championship at the Tallahassee Regional of the NCAA Tournament.
Jack Zyska broke a tie with a seventh-inning home run and the University of Central Florida went on to defeat Stetson 5-2 on Sunday in an elimination game at the Tallahassee Regional of the NCAA Tournament.
The Florida’s Fourth Estate podcast with hosts Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden covers a variety of hot topics across Florida, including how individuals are impacting our community for the better. Some of those “change makers” have said it’s their mom who helped them to get to where they are today.
“This operation was about repeated issues regarding people exposing their sexual organs and conducting lewd and indecent acts at the park,” one report reads.
The University of Florida is telling students what they can and can’t do if they want to protest on campus, and rulebreakers among students and faculty will face harsh penalties, according to information being shared on campus this week.
A 5-year student at the University of Central Florida told News 6 his reputation was ruined after racial slurs linked to his name went viral reaching “about 1 million people.”
Founded by senior business management major Alexandria Marcellus, the Women Veterans Association is dedicated to empowering female veterans and fostering a supportive network on campus.
UCF police said on Monday that they are investigating a fire that damaged seven vehicles at a University-affiliated apartment complex as arson.
Word spread about his exploits after a YouTube video in February 2018 showed Ratman in action, reportedly fighting off a “would-be bike thief.”
Jack Sweeney, the University of Central Florida student tracking Taylor Swift’s jet and the plans of other celebrities, released a statement after the uber-popular pop star threatened legal action against him.
The student has been tracking the takeoffs and landings of planes and helicopters owned by these various public figures online.
Former high school star Mikey Williams has committed to the University of Central Florida just days after entering the transfer portal.
Albert Manero said he was stuck in traffic listening to the radio when he heard an interview with a man who built 3-D-printed mechanical hands.
An Orlando-area congressman is taking action after a student at the University of Central Florida told News 6 his reputation was ruined after racial slurs linked to his name went viral, reaching “about 1 million people.”
A 5-year student at the University of Central Florida told News 6 his reputation was ruined after racial slurs linked to his name went viral reaching “about 1 million people.”
