Orlando Public Library hosts half-off spring sale on books, CDs, DVDs this weekend

You can browse for your favorite titles at the Friends of the Library Bookstore on the third floor of the downtown Orlando Public Library.

by McKenna Schueler April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

Labor

Poverty or prosperity? Ford’s Garage service charge and 1-cent pay for Orlando servers sparks outcry

More restaurants are turning to a controversial commission-based pay model for servers to manage labor costs.

by McKenna Schueler April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

Orlando Area News

Buddy, Gatorland’s biggest alligator ever, has died

Park officials said the aging alligator had been slowing down in recent months and was under close veterinary care

by Juanita Olarte April 8, 2026April 8, 2026

Arts + Culture

Orlando Museum of Art announces lineup for 2026 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art

This year comprises the largest selection of emerging and established artists the exhibition has seen

by Mia Schaeperkoetter April 8, 2026April 8, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County weighs ban on smoke shops near schools

Commissioner Nicole Wilson proposed the county move forward with creating a buffer zone similar to those established in other communities.

by McKenna Schueler April 7, 2026April 7, 2026

LGBTQ+

Lake County Pride to host first-ever LGBTQ+ Pride fest in deep-red Florida

The festival will be held on Sunday, April 26, at Ferran Park in Eustis.

by McKenna Schueler April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

Orlando Area News

Disney World workers, teachers union urge Disney to drop lawsuits against Orange County

Disney’s lawsuits against the county over property taxes have forced the school district to set aside $119 million for pending litigation expenses.

by McKenna Schueler April 3, 2026May 20, 2026

Orlando Area News

Demings extends deadline for renegotiating ICE agreement, blames government shutdown

This is the second time the Orange County mayor has extended the deadline to renegotiate.

by McKenna Schueler April 1, 2026April 1, 2026

Orlando Area News

James Fishback draws hundreds to late-night campaign rally at Orlando Taco Bell

The right-wing provocateur running for Florida governor this year has pledged to divest from Israel, close Florida’s abortion clinics, and provide paid maternity leave for mothers who can’t afford not to work.

by McKenna Schueler March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Orlando Area News

Photos: Everything we saw at Orlando’s third No Kings rally

It was the third day of “No Kings” protests since President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year

by Chloe Greenberg and McKenna Schueler March 29, 2026March 29, 2026

Orlando Area News

Census data show population increases in Orlando

The region saw the 10th largest numeric growth by a metro area in the nation

by Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix March 27, 2026March 27, 2026

Food + Drink

Brunch in the Park brings bites and drinks back to Lake Eola Park

Brunch in the Park heads back to town on April 11 with endless samples from Orlando’s favorite brunch destinations

by Orlando Weekly Staff March 27, 2026March 29, 2026

Orlando Area News

There’s a true castle house for sale in Orlando

It has everything but the dragons

by Orlando Weekly Staff March 27, 2026March 27, 2026

Orlando Theme Parks

U.S. Department of Justice sues SeaWorld over disability rights violation

The justice department launched an investigation into SeaWorld’s ban on wheeled walkers with seats last November.

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

Orlando comedian Larry Fulford gets serious with ‘Anything but ICE’ job fair-as-protest this week

“Some people are like, ‘Do you really think that doing something will do anything?’ And I’m like, ‘I do know that not doing anything will do nothing.’”

by Mia Schaeperkoetter March 25, 2026March 25, 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

Orlando Theme Parks

Halloween Horror Nights reveals new theme, first haunted house of 2026

The “Infernal Carnival of Nightmares” will fit in just fine here in Florida

by Mia Schaeperkoetter March 24, 2026March 24, 2026

Orlando Area News

Pet Alliance finally opens new Orlando shelter this weekend

A grand opening pawty happens Saturday, March 28

by Juanita Olarte March 24, 2026March 24, 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

Join us at Lake Eola Park for Orlando Beer Fest on 11/14. Limited tickets availalble, buy yours today!

Orlando Area News

Orlando Public Library hosts half-off spring sale on books, CDs, DVDs this weekend

Poverty or prosperity? Ford’s Garage service charge and 1-cent pay for Orlando servers sparks outcry

Buddy, Gatorland’s biggest alligator ever, has died

Orlando Museum of Art announces lineup for 2026 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art

Orange County weighs ban on smoke shops near schools

Lake County Pride to host first-ever LGBTQ+ Pride fest in deep-red Florida

Disney World workers, teachers union urge Disney to drop lawsuits against Orange County

Demings extends deadline for renegotiating ICE agreement, blames government shutdown

James Fishback draws hundreds to late-night campaign rally at Orlando Taco Bell

Photos: Everything we saw at Orlando’s third No Kings rally

Census data show population increases in Orlando

Brunch in the Park brings bites and drinks back to Lake Eola Park

There’s a true castle house for sale in Orlando

U.S. Department of Justice sues SeaWorld over disability rights violation

Orange County leaders back firefighters union in contract proposals

Orlando comedian Larry Fulford gets serious with ‘Anything but ICE’ job fair-as-protest this week

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

Halloween Horror Nights reveals new theme, first haunted house of 2026

Pet Alliance finally opens new Orlando shelter this weekend

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

A look inside NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s new $13M Florida mansion

15 Orlando restaurants and bars that closed this summer

This $25 million Florida ‘smart home’ for sale is run completely by AI

Rare Harry Merritt mid-century modern home hits market for first time ever in Orlando area