Kwench Juice Franchising Opens New Location in Orlando
Minority-owned franchise brings healthy juice and smoothie options to central Florida community.
Florida Senate passes bill making it harder for most public employees to form or keep their union
Florida Attorney General to Speak in Orlando
Weather
Dense Fog Blankets Orlando, Hazardous Driving Conditions Reported
Thick morning fog reduces visibility, with a Dense Fog Advisory in effect until 9 a.m.

Foggy, Muggy Start as Cold Front Brings Rain to Central Florida
Thunderstorms possible this afternoon as daytime heating builds
Rain Moves Into Central Florida, More Expected This Weekend
Gusty winds and small hail possible as storms move through the region.
Politics
Orange County Scraps Plans for 2026 Sales Tax Hike
Leaders unable to reach consensus on scope and structure of proposed tax increase

Orange County Backs Off Proposed Sales Tax for Transportation, Conservation
Mayor and commissioners cite affordability concerns, say timing isn't right for ballot measure
Broward Judge Faces Suspension, Fine for 'Gross Negligence'
Judge Lauren Peffer cited fabricated evidence in bid for newspaper endorsement, now faces 30-day suspension and $10,000 fine.
Science
NASA Targets Feb. 19 for Second Artemis II Moon Mission Fueling Rehearsal
The agency is preparing for a critical test as it moves closer to launching its next crewed mission around the moon.

410-Pound Manatee Rescued From Florida Storm Drain
The protected sea cow is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando after a coordinated rescue effort.
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.
Lifestyle
Timeshares Can Become Costly Traps, Experts Warn
Couple regrets timeshare purchase after facing difficulties booking trips and high exit fees

Pulse Memorial Renderings Unveiled in Orlando as Demolition Nears
The long-awaited memorial to the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting victims is moving forward with a 30% design update.
iSpring Showcases Water Filtration Solutions for Kitchen Remodels at KBIS 2026
Reverse osmosis, tankless, and countertop systems help homeowners and pros navigate water filtration options for kitchen upgrades.
Travel
Major Airports Report TSA Wait Times Over 3 Hours
Florida airports see shorter lines so far, but travelers should monitor for updates

The Complete Travel Group Launches Integrated Timeshare and Travel Solutions Platform
Industry-Disrupting Model Addresses the $10+ Billion U.S. Timeshare Market with Entry, Exit, and Travel-Only Solutions
Orlando Hotel Tax Hits Record High in January
Tourist Development Tax collections surge as conventions, Universal's Epic Universe boost hotel demand.