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News Summary Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is encountering severe budget challenges as enrollment declines raises financial stability concerns. Despite a slight increase in funding,...
News Summary Florida has gained notoriety for being home to the Manchineel tree, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most dangerous tree in the...
News Summary The investigation into the tragic death of an 18-year-old Florida vacationer continues, following the discovery of Giovanni Pelletier’s body. His death, shocking to...
News Summary Nonprofit organizations in Orlando are struggling due to federal funding cuts, with growing community needs for services like food assistance and mentorship programs....
News Summary Orange County has approved an additional $10 million funding for Visit Orlando, driven by a surge in tourist development tax revenues. This increase...
News Summary Central Florida is preparing for extreme heat this week, with temperatures soaring into the mid-90s. A heat advisory is in place, predicting heat...
News Summary Recent tragic incidents involving bicyclists have led to multiple fatalities and injuries in Orange County, Orlando. The latest accident occurred when a bicyclist...
News Summary The abandoned naval research lab in Orlando, once a critical U.S. Navy facility, is gaining attention for its historical roots and future potential....
News Summary Recent rankings by Stacker highlight the best private K-12 schools in the Orlando metropolitan area, focusing on academic excellence, student-teacher ratios, and diversity....
News Summary The angel statue known as ‘Wonder’ outside Dora Mae Jewelry in Orlando was decapitated by a vandal last Wednesday. This incident marks the...