Three Lauderhill Men Arrested in Oakland Park Teen Murder

The Broward Sheriff's Office announced arrests in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Ammon Watson, who was gunned down in broad daylight near Northwest 28th Street in August 2024. All three suspects face first-degree felony murder charges nearly nine months after the killing.

May 11

OPD Officers Fatally Shoot Man Charging with Scissors Near Luminary Green

Orlando police officers shot and killed a 46-year-old man early Friday after he charged at them with scissors near downtown's Luminary Green Park. The unprovoked attack occurred while officers investigated a nearby roommate dispute. Both officers were placed on administrative leave as FDLE probes the incident.

May 11

Three arrested in Oakland Park flea market shooting that killed one

May 11

Driver Arrested in Fatal Oakland Park Hit-and-Run

May 11

BSO Seeks Help Finding Missing 67-Year-Old from Oakland Park

May 11

Orlando City Rides Ojeda's Hat Trick Momentum into Rematch vs. Miami

Fresh off Martín Ojeda's historic hat trick in a 4-3 comeback win over Inter Miami, Orlando City SC prepares to host the rivals Wednesday at Inter&Co Stadium. Fans are urged to arrive early for pre-game festivities amid a buzzing Central Florida sports scene. The victory marked the Lions' first points in weeks and Miami's inaugural loss at Nu Stadium.

May 11

Construction Starts on 300-Room Bourbon Hotel, Retail on I-Drive

Construction has kicked off on the seven-story Rio Hotel by Bourbon, a 300-room property at International Drive and World Center Drive. The project includes ground-floor retail, a bar, pool and event spaces to enhance Orlando's tourism hub. Local residents can expect increased traffic but more jobs and visitor amenities in the growing World Gateway area.

May 11

REI Winter Park Store Thrives After 2017 Opening

May 11

Kroger Closing Groveland Fulfillment Center, Ending Florida Delivery

May 11

Groveland Demands $1.4M Refund from Kroger After Fulfillment Center Closure

May 11

OCPS Slashes 200+ Jobs Amid Enrollment Drop, Budget Woes

Orange County Public Schools is cutting more than 200 district-level positions as declining enrollment triggers funding shortfalls. The reductions, part of a 3% districtwide budget trim, target administrative roles and follow the recent elimination of over 100 student safety coordinator jobs. Officials warn of potential school closures and millions more in cuts for the 2026-27 school year.

May 11

OCPS Cuts $8M in Mental Health Services Amid Enrollment Drop

May 11

Broward Electric Buses Roll Out; Central FL Eyes Green Fleet Upgrades

May 11

Oakland Nature Preserve Offers Homeschool Series for Ages 6-8

May 11

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 11

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

May 11

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 11

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 11

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 11

Alumni Spotlight: Alexis Pugh

USF alumna Alexis Pugh, Director of Communications for Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, discusses her role in telling families' stories and the impact of affordable housing.

May 11

Ferry Crash Trial Delayed to February 2027

May 11

Calvary Christian Hosts College Fair Friday

May 11

Largo High Sets Class of 2026 Graduation for May 21 at Tropicana Field

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