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
Airport Security Lines Shutdown as TSA Employees Miss Paychecks
Travelers face long waits at airports as government shutdown drags on, impacting TSA staffing.
Florida Senate passes bill making it harder for most public employees to form or keep their union
The bill would change voter thresholds for union elections, eliminate voluntary recognition, and increase penalties for strikes.
Florida Attorney General to Speak in Orlando
James Uthmeier expected to address public at 11:30 a.m. press conference
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
Northbridge University Expands Workforce-Aligned Programs with $100M Investment
The university is launching new academic offerings in high-demand fields like healthcare, skilled trades, and AI to meet evolving workforce needs.
New Children's Book 'Are You Here?' Invites Families to Notice Signs of Love
The book encourages readers to seek and notice everyday signs that remind us loved ones are still with us.
Timeshares Can Become Costly Traps, Experts Warn
Couple regrets timeshare purchase after facing difficulties booking trips and high exit fees
Health
PsynergyHealth Expands Virtual Clinical Workforce to Transform Rural Healthcare
Integrated AI, interoperability, and virtual services help rural providers increase access and enhance care outcomes.
Dyne Therapeutics Announces Positive Cardiopulmonary Results from DMD Trial
New analyses show improvement in heart and lung function with z-rostudirsen treatment
AdventHealth Expands Living Donor Liver Transplant Program
New capabilities allow for more pediatric and complex liver disease patients to receive life-saving transplants.
