410-Pound Manatee Rescued from Florida Storm Drain, Now Recovering at SeaWorld
The male manatee was spotted by a worker doing a survey on storm drain access in Melbourne Beach.
410-Pound Manatee Rescued From Florida Storm Drain
Foggy Mornings and Warmer Days Ahead for Central Florida Before Wet Weekend
Politics
Orlando Considers Expanding Downtown Development Around Camping World Stadium
The city's Community Redevelopment Agency is eyeing a 47-acre expansion to support infrastructure upgrades and attract larger events.

FAMU Law Students Barred from Using 'Black' in Campus Event Promotions
New state restrictions on diversity initiatives force HBCU to limit language in student group materials.
Reps. Frost, Soto Urge DHS to Halt Plans for Orlando ICE Facility
Lawmakers cite concerns over facility's inadequate conditions and risks to human life.
Travel
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Earns Five-Star Forbes Award
Central Florida's first hotel to receive the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star designation.

Orlando Travel Academy Launches AI Trip Planner for Agents
New AI-powered tool helps travel advisors quickly create personalized Orlando itineraries
Couple Spends $1,600 on 48 Hours at Disney World, One of Their Cheapest Trips Yet
Here's a cost breakdown and what they'd do differently next time.
Weather
Central Florida Braces for Rainy Valentine's Weekend
Storm system expected to bring heavy rainfall, possible thunderstorms, and breezy conditions

Central Florida Braces for Impending Weather Shift
Is the Weekend Arrival of Rain and Cooler Temperatures Imminent?
Central Florida Sees Spring-Like Weather Ahead
Mild temperatures, light winds, and minimal weather impacts expected across the region this week.
Lifestyle
KBIS Countdown is On
Kitchen and bath design professionals head to Orlando for annual trade show

Trusted Orlando Movers: 1776 Moving & Storage Elevates Relocation Experience
Family-owned company offers transparent pricing and hassle-free service for residents and businesses
Orlando Celebrates 100 Years of Black History Commemorations
New exhibition at City Hall showcases work from over two dozen local artists.
Crime
Orlando Cops Patrol in Ice Cream Truck
Sheriff's office uses seized drug money to buy vehicle for community outreach.

Teen Suspect in Cruise Ship Death Appears in Federal Court
16-year-old under investigation for the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship
Florida AG Announces Arrest in Online Child Exploitation Case
29-year-old Rhode Island man charged with coercing minor to produce child sexual abuse material