Security guard at Kissimmee youth academy accused of child abuse, battery
A security guard working at the Kissimmee Youth Academy is facing three felony charges after prosecutors say he seriously injured a 15-year-old housed at the facility.
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Orlando police open internal investigation after officer involved crash kills 92-year-old woman
The Orlando Police Department has opened an internal investigation after an officer's cruiser collided with a vehicle, killing 92-year-old Milagros Ortiz. A separate traffic homicide probe is underway to determine if criminal charges are warranted.
Hit-and-run driver hits teens riding e-bike near Cocoa schools
Cocoa police are seeking a driver who struck two teenagers riding an e-bike and fled the scene Tuesday afternoon. The silver SUV driver briefly stopped to ask if the teens were okay but drove off after they said they would report the incident.
Investigation finds employee misconduct, policy violations at Daytona Beach Golf Club
A Daytona Beach Golf Club employee was fired and a supervisor suspended after an internal investigation confirmed staff accepted cash payments for golf lessons, bypassing city revenue. The probe, triggered by a former employee's complaint, could not determine the full amount of missing funds.
Longwood homeowners fear forced switch from septic to private sewer system
Homeowners in unincorporated Longwood say they are concerned they may be required to abandon their septic tanks, some of them newly installed, and connect to a private utility’s sewer system.
Orange County explores turning unused church-owned land into affordable housing
Many families in Orlando are being priced out of their own neighborhoods. In response, Orange County is exploring a new program that could convert church-owned land into affordable homes.
Bitter cold snap hits Central Florida, schools adjust, and utilities urge caution
A bitter cold snap is settling across Central Florida, prompting school districts, utility officials, and residents to take extra precautions as temperatures dip to levels not seen in years.
Allegiant’s planned acquisition of Sun Country could expand travel options out of Sanford
Allegiant Air has agreed to acquire Sun Country Airlines in a $1.5 billion deal that could bring more nonstop flights and international routes to Orlando Sanford International Airport.
Seminole County Customers missing out on SCOUT discount after LYNX bus routes eliminated
Most LYNX bus routes in Seminole County have been eliminated, including all routes serving the city of Sanford, marking a major shift in how residents get around the county.
231 illegal gambling machines, $157,000 seized in Lake County raids
The haul came from three suspected illegal gambling houses in Leesburg and Umatilla in Lake County.
