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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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.
Today's Sections
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →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 12
Driver Arrested in Fatal Oakland Park Hit-and-Run
May 12
Three Lauderhill Men Arrested in Oakland Park Teen Murder
May 12
Three arrested in Oakland Park flea market shooting that killed one
May 12
Local Business
Read Section →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 12
REI Winter Park Store Thrives After 2017 Opening
May 12
Kroger Closing Groveland Fulfillment Center, Ending Florida Delivery
May 12
Groveland Demands $1.4M Refund from Kroger After Fulfillment Center Closure
May 12
Schools & Kids
Read Section →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 12
Oakland Nature Preserve Offers Homeschool Series for Ages 6-8
May 12
OCPS Cuts $8M in Mental Health Services Amid Enrollment Drop
May 12
Broward Electric Buses Roll Out; Central FL Eyes Green Fleet Upgrades
May 12
Daily Fun
Read Section →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 12
The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity
May 12
The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?
May 12
Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground
May 12
Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life
May 12
State News
Read Section →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 12
Largo High Sets Class of 2026 Graduation for May 21 at Tropicana Field
May 12
Ferry Crash Trial Delayed to February 2027
May 12
Calvary Christian Hosts College Fair Friday
May 12
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