Three ‘No Kings’ protests are coming to Orlando this Saturday

More than 3,000 anti-Trump protests nationwide are happening this Saturday, in what organizers predict could be one of the largest single-day nonviolent protests in U.S. history.

by McKenna Schueler March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County leaders back firefighters union in contract proposals

The union has been in negotiations for a new contract for the county’s firefighters for more than a year.

by McKenna Schueler March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

Orlando Area News

City implements ‘no-feeding’ policy for swans at Lake Eola

The swans will still be fed through floating feeders, but the coin-operated public bird feeders are out.

by McKenna Schueler March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

Elections

Former Orange County Democratic Party chair hosts campaign kickoff for Florida House seat

Samuel Vilchez Santiago, a Gen-Z Democrat, has already earned the endorsement of incumbent Rep. Johanna López for the Florida House District 43 seat in Orlando.

by McKenna Schueler March 23, 2026March 23, 2026

Orlando Area News

Are ICE agents being deployed to Orlando International Airport?

An MCO spokesperson told Orlando Weekly Monday afternoon the airport “has not been notified” by feds that it will be staffed with ICE officers

by McKenna Schueler March 23, 2026March 23, 2026

Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando, debates in the House Chamber

Florida News

Eskamani may have to wear fake mustache to Pride if she’s elected Orlando mayor under new law

Florida Rep. Eskamani, a mayoral hopeful, spoke critically Friday of an anti-DEI bill that’s expected to be signed into law soon

by McKenna Schueler March 20, 2026March 20, 2026

Orlando Area News

Feds offer no confirmation on whether ICE will open new office near UCF

The U.S. General Services Administration has offered conflicting answers and information on plans to expand ICE’s presence in Orlando.

by McKenna Schueler March 20, 2026March 20, 2026

Florida News

Emails reveal influential anti-trans group behind Florida bill targeting gender-affirming care providers

LGBTQ rights advocates warned even a parent could be charged with a third-degree felony for supporting their trans child.

by McKenna Schueler March 18, 2026March 23, 2026

Pulse

Pulse nightclub demolition to begin Wednesday

According to the city, the full process of clearing the property could take several weeks.

by McKenna Schueler March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

Rep. Jenna Persons-Mulicka, R-Fort Myers

Labor

Emails show right-wing group gave talking points to Florida GOP lawmaker on anti-union bill

Public records obtained by Orlando Weekly show the right-wing Freedom Foundation supplied materials to ensure the bill’s passage.

by McKenna Schueler March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Openings, Closings + Moves

Hamburger Mary’s to open Kissimmee location this May

The popular LGBTQ-owned restaurant is planning to open in Kissimmee’s Old Town District

by McKenna Schueler March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County reports 50 percent drop in drug overdose deaths

While one life lost is still too many, local experts believe county initiatives to prevent fatal overdose in the community are working.

by McKenna Schueler March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Pulse

Pulse nightclub sign taken down for construction of memorial

The towering sign will be stored by the city in a secure, undisclosed location during construction on the former nightclub property.

by McKenna Schueler March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County leaders unanimously approve resolution opposing proposed ICE facility

The resolution is symbolic, but demonstrates a united commitment “to public safety, to the rule of law and to treating every person with dignity,” per Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings.

by McKenna Schueler March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

Labor

Florida Senate passes bill making it harder for most public employees to form or keep their union

Five Republicans and one independent senator joined Democrats in voting against the bill.

by McKenna Schueler March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orlando unveils new Disney World plaque downtown

Mickey Mouse joined for the occasion.

by McKenna Schueler March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

Hundreds rally outside of Orlando City Hall in protest of an ICE agent's killing of Minneapolis woman Renee Good (Jan. 11, 2026)

Immigration

Orange County crafts resolution opposing an ICE detention facility

The resolution doesn’t have any teeth to stop a new facility, but it does offer a look at where Orange County leaders stand

by McKenna Schueler March 5, 2026March 10, 2026

News

Orlando airport authority launches food drive for TSA workers affected by DHS funding lapse

The federal funding lapse began last month with a disagreement in Congress over Democrats’ proposed reforms to ICE

by McKenna Schueler March 5, 2026March 6, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County leaders back off proposed one-cent sales tax to fund transportation, conservation

Mayor Jerry Demings said he felt the timing of the proposal was off

by McKenna Schueler March 5, 2026March 10, 2026

Florida News

Florida bill targeting unions inches closer to final passage despite some GOP concern

Roughly 100 workers testified against the legislation in its final committee hearing Monday. It still passed largely along party lines, with most Republicans in support.

by McKenna Schueler March 3, 2026March 3, 2026