False Fire Alarm at Orlando Airport Triggers Ground Stop
Unusually cold temperatures caused a sprinkler to activate, setting off the alarm and prompting a brief evacuation and flight disruptions.
Central Florida Braces for Another Frigid Night Before Warming Trend
Ground Stop Issued at Orlando Airport After Tower Evacuation
Weather
Record-Breaking Cold Grips Central Florida
Temperatures plummet to historic lows, prompting Extreme Cold Warnings

Arctic Blast Freezes East Coast From Virginia to Miami
Extreme winter weather hits parts of the country unaccustomed to it, with snow, ice, and record-low temperatures.
Richmond Heights Flood Mitigation Project Approved
$12 Million Project to Tackle Chronic Flooding in Low-Income Neighborhood
Politics
Florida CFO Alleges $49M Overtaxation in St. Petersburg Budget
Blaise Ingoglia claims city expanded bureaucracy despite modest population growth

Federal Judge Orders Release of Venezuelan Immigrant Held by ICE
Judge threatens to sanction U.S. Attorney over "ill-informed" arguments in immigration detentions
Orange County Explores Legal Options Over Potential ICE Detention Facility
Mayor Demings says county attorney is reviewing statutory requirements amid ICE's interest in opening a detention center in Orlando.
Lifestyle
Orlando Family Stage Celebrates 50 Years of Shaping Young Minds
Youth theater programs build the next generation of leaders and innovators.

The Carolinas Emerge as New Population Boom States
Affordability and lifestyle drive growth in North and South Carolina
Carolinas Emerge as New Population Boom States
Affordability and Lifestyle Drive Growth in North and South Carolina
Sports
Trigg Cheerleaders Finish In Top 14 In Nation
Wildcat squad places among best in the country at national competition

Magic vs. Spurs: How to Watch NBA Matchup on February 1
TV channel, streaming options, and key player statuses for the upcoming game.
LPGA Tournament Delayed Due to Freezing Temperatures in Orlando
Monday finish now certain as LPGA players wait to restart third round
Entertainment
SeaWorld Orlando's Seven Seas Food Festival Returns with Flo Rida and Saliva
The annual culinary event features over 200 global dishes and electrifying live concerts.

Jimmy Eat World to Headline Warped Tour 2026
Iconic emo band returns to iconic festival for 25th anniversary of 'Bleed American' album
Jimmy Eat World to Headline Warped Tour 2026
The emo-rock band will play all five stops of the iconic punk festival's 25th anniversary tour.