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

Orlando Area News

This century-old home with hidden ties to Orlando’s first hospital is now for sale

Historic charm to spare and modern upgrades — like Tesla charging

by Orlando Weekly Staff March 23, 2026March 24, 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

Orlando Area News

Jerry Demings applauds GOP sheriffs for speaking against federal immigration efforts

“They have gone overboard,” Orange County Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Demings said of ICE

by Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix 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

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

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

Art supply shop Sam Flax announces imminent move out of Colonialtown location

Sam Flax had been located in that spot since 2011

by Matthew Moyer March 12, 2026March 12, 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

Woman accused of shooting Rihanna’s home has arrest record in Orlando

Ortiz last year filed an emergency petition in Orange County court attempting to stop a Billie Eilish concert at the Kia Center

by Juanita Olarte March 10, 2026March 10, 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

Things to Do

St. Patrick’s Day parties, bar crawls and festivals around Orlando

From family-friendly festivals to late-night bar bashes, here’s where to go green around town

by Juanita Olarte March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

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Orlando Area News

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

This century-old home with hidden ties to Orlando’s first hospital is now for sale

Are ICE agents being deployed to Orlando International Airport?

Jerry Demings applauds GOP sheriffs for speaking against federal immigration efforts

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

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

Pulse nightclub demolition to begin Wednesday

Hamburger Mary’s to open Kissimmee location this May

Art supply shop Sam Flax announces imminent move out of Colonialtown location

Orange County reports 50 percent drop in drug overdose deaths

Pulse nightclub sign taken down for construction of memorial

Woman accused of shooting Rihanna’s home has arrest record in Orlando

Orange County leaders unanimously approve resolution opposing proposed ICE facility

St. Patrick’s Day parties, bar crawls and festivals around Orlando

Willow is the fifth sloth to die after Sloth World rescue

Disney reveals plans for new ‘Monsters Inc.’-themed land Monstropolis

Here’s where to watch the FIFA World Cup in Orlando

Hulk Hogan’s Florida beach house compound gets yet another price cut