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Despite repeated inspections, unlicensed assisted living homes remained open in Central Florida
Unlicensed assisted living facilities in Osceola and Polk counties face scrutiny after a hearing reveals years of neglect and abuse.
Five patients died in connection with unlicensed assisted living facilities, detective says
Five patients died due to neglect at unlicensed assisted living facilities in Osceola County. Couple accused of abuse and fraud.
Family remembers brothers killed in Casselberry crash involving suspected fentanyl trafficker
Tragic crash in Seminole County claims lives of two brothers as suspected fentanyl trafficker flees police pursuit.
“Exploring all options”: Advocates vow to fight Florida state college ban on undocumented students
Advocates to challenge Florida's ban on undocumented students in public colleges. Legal and constitutional battles loom.
DeLand animal sanctuary races to find new home base for dozens of elderly animals
Journey's End, a DeLand animal sanctuary, is seeking a new location for dozens of elderly animals by September 30th.
As average Orange County home prices top $600K, Congress advances housing bill
New housing bill targets homeownership, tackling the crisis by easing regulations and curbing Wall Street investor influence.
Orlando commissioners approve new development process for downtown
Orlando's downtown development process is being reshaped, pausing historic preservation rules for 3 years. Critics fear demolition of historic buildings.
Florida CFO, Osceola County clash over allegations of wasteful spending
Florida's CFO accuses Osceola County of wasting $165 million, citing reckless spending. County defends budget, blames state mandates and growth.
Ten years later, Orlando remembers Pulse victims at former nightclub site
On the ten-year anniversary of the Pulse nightclub massacre, the somber site of the now-demolished club was heavy with the weight of grieving visitors.
‘Danger to the community’: Orange County Judge sets bond for suspect in chase, crash spree
24-year-old man faces multiple charges after committing crimes in Sanford, crashing car into vehicles, and fleeing from deputies.
Osceola County issues cease-and-desist order to waste facility amid odor complaints
Neighbors in Osceola County are suffering from the stench of Kite Technology USA, which has been fined for numerous violations but the problem persists.
Florida targets Medicaid fraud among special needs providers
Florida is cracking down on Medicaid fraud, particularly among providers serving children with special needs. Over $72 million recovered in one year.
Officer in deadly chase that killed bystander suspended 18 days, records show
Orlando police officer involved in a deadly chase keeps job despite violating department policies. Critics say punishment is too lenient.
Nonprofit clears medical debt for 160,000 Central Floridians: here’s who qualified
More than 623,000 Floridians are set to receive letters announcing their medical debt has been wiped away through a partnership with non-profit Undue Medical Debt. The organization says over $725 million in debt has been erased statewide, including relief for more than 160,000 Central Floridians.
Orlando-area Waymo vehicles affected by software recall
Waymo recalls thousands of robotaxis due to a software glitch that could cause them to drive onto flooded roads. Find out more here.
