Downtown parking rate hike advances despite public concern

A second vote of approval is needed for the rate hike to take effect. That vote is expected to occur at City Council’s June 8 meeting.

by McKenna Schueler May 15, 2026May 15, 2026

Orlando Area News

How would a Democratic governor work with a GOP-led Legislature in Florida?

Orange County mayor Jerry Demings and David Jolly are vying to become the first Democratic governor to lead Florida in nearly three decades

by Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix May 15, 2026May 15, 2026

Orlando Area News

Florida lawmakers consider cut to state aid for Central Florida Zoo as they care for rescued sloths

The Florida Senate has proposed a cut to a state appropriations request for the zoo to match a lower funding request approved by the Florida House.

by McKenna Schueler May 14, 2026May 14, 2026

Orlando Area News

Florida to pause sloth imports after 55 deaths tied to Sloth World

The move is in response to the deaths of 55 sloths from South America, which were tied to a scuttled Sloth World attraction in Orlando.

by News Service of Florida May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

Orlando Area News

City commissioner Tony Ortiz launches bid for Orlando mayor

Ortiz will face off against progressive Democrat Anna Eskamani, who filed her own paperwork to run for mayor in late 2024.

by McKenna Schueler May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

Orlando Area News

Is Orlando’s homeless population declining, or just harder to find?

Local advocates warn that while the region’s annual count of homeless people remained steady this year, they suspect it’s an undercount.

by McKenna Schueler May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orlando music scene launches fundraisers for ‘Uncle Lou’ amid ICE detention

Orlando’s music scene springs into action

by Matthew Moyer May 12, 2026May 29, 2026

Orlando Area News

UCF students boo commencement speaker over AI praise

“No, they’re saying Boo-urns”

by Chloe Greenberg May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

Orlando Area News

Lake Eola swans to be rehomed after long battle with bird flu

The years-long program is on pause

by Asa Carvajal May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

Orlando Area News

Rapper Kodak Black bonds out of jail after arrest in Orlando

Bill Kapri, the Florida rap artist better known as Kodak Black, was arrested and jailed as part of a coordinated surrender to police on Wednesday.

by McKenna Schueler May 8, 2026May 10, 2026

Orlando Area News

Delta Airlines worker dies on the job at Orlando International Airport

Delta will work with local authorities to conduct a full investigation into the death.

by McKenna Schueler May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County expands access to cooling centers during extreme heat

County leaders agreed to lower the heat index threshold required to open these county-operated cooling centers

by McKenna Schueler May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orlando to host 2028 Olympic trials

Orlando joins Tokyo, Shanghai and Montreal in hosting the Olympic Q-Series

by Sarah Kinbar May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Florida News

MAGA Republican Byron Donalds met by protesters at Orlando campaign stop

About a dozen people organized with Orlando 50501 protested across the street from the GOP frontrunner’s campaign event in Orlando Wednesday morning.

by McKenna Schueler May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Orlando Area News

Third sloth, Dumpling, dies after rescue from Sloth World

Dumpling is the third former Sloth World sloth lost since their rescue

by Chloe Greenberg May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Orlando Area News

Staff of Gen Z-led nonprofit Youth Action Fund have organized a union

The young organizers are hoping to set an example for other young people in Florida who are similarly interested in forming a union in their workplace.

by McKenna Schueler May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Orlando Area News

Habanero is second sloth to die after rescue from Sloth World

Now, 11 rescued sloths remain under the Central Florida Zoo’s care

by Chloe Greenberg May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Orlando Area News

Florida Rep. Eskamani urges state AG to launch criminal probe into Sloth World

More than two dozen sloths died under the shuttered attraction’s care.

by McKenna Schueler April 30, 2026May 7, 2026

Orlando Area News

Ready, set, action: Orange County opens applications for film incentive program

The program offers a partial rebate on projects filmed in Orange County, provided filmmakers demonstrate local economic impact.

by McKenna Schueler April 30, 2026May 4, 2026

Orlando Area News

‘Teen takeover’ at Icon Park ended in multiple arrests, hospitalized cops

The sheriff’s office says it’s aware of a similar gathering being planned for May

by Mia Schaeperkoetter April 29, 2026April 29, 2026

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

Orlando Area News

Downtown parking rate hike advances despite public concern

How would a Democratic governor work with a GOP-led Legislature in Florida?

Florida lawmakers consider cut to state aid for Central Florida Zoo as they care for rescued sloths

Florida to pause sloth imports after 55 deaths tied to Sloth World

City commissioner Tony Ortiz launches bid for Orlando mayor

Is Orlando’s homeless population declining, or just harder to find?

Orlando music scene launches fundraisers for ‘Uncle Lou’ amid ICE detention

UCF students boo commencement speaker over AI praise

Lake Eola swans to be rehomed after long battle with bird flu

Rapper Kodak Black bonds out of jail after arrest in Orlando

Delta Airlines worker dies on the job at Orlando International Airport

Orange County expands access to cooling centers during extreme heat

Orlando to host 2028 Olympic trials

MAGA Republican Byron Donalds met by protesters at Orlando campaign stop

Third sloth, Dumpling, dies after rescue from Sloth World

Staff of Gen Z-led nonprofit Youth Action Fund have organized a union

Habanero is second sloth to die after rescue from Sloth World

Florida Rep. Eskamani urges state AG to launch criminal probe into Sloth World

Ready, set, action: Orange County opens applications for film incentive program

‘Teen takeover’ at Icon Park ended in multiple arrests, hospitalized cops

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