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GOP Florida Rep. Rick Roth is a farmer who spent 30 years fighting to keep his immigrant workforce
When he fell in line with his party’s anti-immigration stance, the consequences were severe. But not for him.
Silent disco event returns to Orlando Science Center this month
Get ready to ‘rock’ and roll
Teen charged in downtown Orlando Halloween shooting to be tried as adult
He will face adult charges of two counts of second-degree murder and one of attempted murder.
Orange County 2024 Election Results: Karen Castor Dentel elected Orange County supervisor of elections
The contest saw four candidates ran to be the new supervisor of elections in Orange County.
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Orange County 2024 election results: Nicole Wilson, Mayra Uribe and Kelly Semrad win county commission seats
All three races were hotly contested this year.
Florida voters reject Amendment 4, keeping Florida’s six-week abortion ban in place for the foreseeable future
Florida’s abortion rights measure may have not prevailed in Tuesday’s election, but it still got more votes than Ron DeSantis.
Florida voters reject Amendment 3, which would have legalized recreational marijuana
Amendment 3 sought to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of cannabis by adults age 21 and over.
Monique Worrell wins back her office as 9th Circuit State Attorney; Eskamani retains state House seat; Plasencia edges out Douglas and more
Central Florida 2024 election results for state offices
At his Florida polling place, Trump snaps at reporter when asked about abortion: ‘Stop talking about that’
Registered to vote in Florida, Trump didn’t want to answer how he voted on Amendment 4.
Immigration and the economy were the top issues on Florida voters’ minds in the 2024 election
Plus: Every Florida county, region and political group has shifted right since 2020.
Florida amendment results: Find out what changes voters want made to the state constitution
Reproductive rights, recreational marijuana use, homestead exemptions and more
Trump wins Florida, though not Orange County; Rick Scott reelected; Frost, Soto, other incumbents retain U.S. seats
Election 2024: Florida results for U.S. president and Congress
Alice Cooper ready to get ‘Too Close for Comfort’ with Orlando in 2025
Will the guillotine make an appearance?
Krispy Kreme, Fazoli’s and more offering Election Day deals and discounts in Orlando
Get to stress-eating!
Florida one of 24 states saying they’ll send National Guard troops to DC for vote certification and inauguration
Fueling concerns about possible violence are Trump’s claims — without proof — that cheating is already underway in the election.
Officials in some GOP-led states refuse to let Justice Department monitors into polling places
Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd says Florida law lists who is allowed inside the state’s polling places and Justice Department officials are not included.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott seeks reelection with an eye toward top GOP leadership post
If he wins, Scott hopes to succeed Mitch McConnell, who is stepping down as GOP leader.
Five big Florida issues to watch on Election Day
Abortion, marijuana, Ron DeSantis’ power and more
Florida Gov. DeSantis spends day before election bashing recreational marijuana amendment
‘I don’t think they’re going to think it’s something that’s appropriate to be in the state of Florida’s Constitution’
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration returns with Sea of Trees, Sesame Street parade, ice skating
Mrs. Claus’ Magic Kitchen, festive fare like Oreo beignets and spiked eggnog, and much more
Horizon West Theater Co. to host exclusive screening of ‘Wicked’
Multiple prizes, an Elphaba riff-off and much trivia await
Hideaway Bar to open new location across the street this week
All the way from 516 to 523 Virginia Drive
SeaWorld Orlando launches new nighttime Christmas event Coasters After Dark
Coasters After Dark Christmas Edition features after-hours access to the park’s most popular attractions and festive food spots
Orange County allots $8 million to give Winter Park Playhouse a permanent home
After facing uncertainty, the theater will now be purchased and renovated
Florida faces federal lawsuit over ‘dangerous heat’ in prison
‘It is akin to being locked in a parked car in the midday tropical heat,’ the lawsuit said
Black voters in Florida lagging in election in early and mail voting
In none of Florida’s 67 counties were Black voters casting early or mail ballots at the same rate as white voters
Op-ed: ’Tis the season for getting updated vaccines before the holidays
‘While it is too early to know how this season’s flu will play out, we do know that COVID-19 is still with us.’
Op-ed: Protecting affordable health care for millions of Floridians is crucial — the stakes could not be higher
If Trump and MAGA Republicans win, health care for millions of Americans could be drastically cut back or lost altogether.
Orlando issues local state of emergency, curfew following Friday morning shooting downtown
The local state of emergency and curfew will remain in place through Nov. 8
Judge in case of Trump assassination attempt in Florida declines to recuse herself
Aileen Cannon says she’s not concerned about the political consequences of her rulings.
Florida Amendment 3 supporters, Gov. DeSantis continue to square off ahead of Election Day
DeSantis has pulled out all the stops to prevent the initiative from reaching the 60 percent voter approval needed
It’s too late to drop your vote-by-mail ballot off in the mailbox. Here’s what to do instead.
Still have your vote-by-mail ballot on-hand? Don’t panic. You have options.
Florida removed more library books than any state last year, says report
Orange county’s removal numbers were among the highest in the state
In Florida, women voters turning out in larger numbers than men so far
The gender split could erode former President Donald Trump’s expected margins in the state
Two dead, six injured in downtown Orlando shooting early Friday, police say
The six people who were injured are in stable condition, police say, and a suspect has been taken into custody.
College leaders approve plan to give Pitbull naming rights to Florida university stadium
The approval came several years after a contract Pitbull had with the state helped cost the job of a state tourism-marketing official
Florida Democratic Party expects ‘a lot of surprises’ on Election Day
‘People are frustrated with extremism,’ Democratic Party Chairwoman Nikki Fried said
This year’s Epcot Candlelight Processional narrators include Pat Sajak, Brendan Fraser, Nico Santos and more
The Disney park’s International Festival of the Holidays begins the day after Thanksgiving
Florida’s Amendment 5 could cost Orange County over $21 million in revenue for programs, services over first five years, analysts say
The proposed changes to Florida’s homestead tax exemption could further burden renters, while offering little in cost savings for homeowners.
Rally in support of abortion rights in Orlando’s Milk District this weekend
The rally at 9:30 a.m. Saturday is part of a full weekend lineup
Megacon Orlando announces its 2025 return with four days of fandom madness
The ultimate pop-culture experience is back in February
Air France to offer nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to Paris
The route begins May 2025
Vote Loud: Rock Tonight, Vote Tomorrow primes punks, indie rockers for election day
Go support Monday night, then back it up on the ballot Tuesday
Vocal ensemble Helena Collective to put on Get Out the Vote concert Friday
All right, ladies, let’s do this
Mexican superstar Christian Nodal heads to Orlando’s Kia Center this week
The mariacheño pioneer has risen to the big time with his lush blend of mariachi’s brass and strings with norteño’s accordion
Horror con Spooky Empire rises from the dead to scare Orlando all weekend long
Expect plenty of spooky vendors, film screenings, panels and cosplay
Bob the Drag Queen slays Orlando with Plaza Live performance Sunday
Bob said it best herself: ‘I’m hilarious, beautiful, talented and humble’
Orlando rapper Wahid releases new album ‘They All Go Mad!’
The crash and burn of Seeyousoon gutted Wahid. But it also became the fire that forged him
Trippy TV pioneer Sid Krofft is in Orlando for the rescheduled Spooky Empire
His shows, like ‘H.R. Pufnstuf’ and ‘Land of the Lost,’ left an indelible mark on Gen X
Donald Trump, Kamala Harris featured in new ad touting Florida’s Amendment 3
Trump announced on his Truth Social page last month that ‘[a]s a Floridian, I will be voting YES on Amendment 3 this November’
Burgers Bubbles and Beer, Orlando Coffee Festival, Casselberry Food and Wine and more foodie events this week
Burger and beer fests, coffee celebrations, Disney eats and more
Orlando Greek Fest brings dance, culture and authentic eats to Winter Park
The Orlando Greek Festival has been an annual tradition since 1962
Say Anything delivers pop-punk passion at Orlando’s Beacham this week
The setlist promises a revival of the California group’s most-loved heartbreak anthems
Loose Lips turns loose Orlando wordsmiths on Election Night at Lil Indie’s
It will be a very chill and normal night, no doubt!
Orlando agenda: Orlando Beer Fest, Devil’s Night Alt Drag Show, Fall Fiesta in the Park, Comedy Dark Halloween and more
Your guide to fun parties and events around town this week
The Outpost — but not THAT one — opens next spring on Eola; more details on the Chapman and Chase on Park Ave; Backyard hangout to open in Ocoee
Tasty news on Orlando restaurant openings and closings
Orlando Fringe fan favorite Martin Dockery returns with new show
Hear the ‘Truth’ this weekend at Savoy’s Starlite Room
Orlando’s 26th Central Florida Jewish Film Festival embraces culture and history in five feature films
Challah back this weekend at Enzian Theater
Nitzer Ebb hits Orlando with a bang Friday at the Abbey
‘Anytime there’s political and social unrest, that’s where the good bands come from’
New on Netflix: Keri Russell returns in Season 2 of her sharp star vehicle ‘The Diplomat’
Plus everything else premiering on Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV+ and the rest
Sorekara, William Shen’s high-concept stunner, is a commitment to time and a remembrance of things now
It’s a significant time and money commitment that pays off in pleasure
Orlando concert calendar: Rise Against, Jiblit Dupree, Danny Ocean, Wage War, The Fixx and more
Live music around town Oct. 30-Nov. 5
