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Central Florida firefighters have been busy helping after Texas floods
The team works 12- to 16-hour days in challenging conditions.

Source: Sarah Winkelmann
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Orange County supports FGUA acquisition of Pluris Wedgefield water facility
FGUA specializes in acquiring, owning, improving, operating and maintaining water and wastewater facilities in counties across the state.

Source: Massiel Leyva
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Speaker Johnson urges White House to ‘put everything out there’ on Epstein as Trump again claims Democrats, FBI ‘made up’ unreleased files
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Tuesday the White House and Justice Department “should put everything out there and let the people decide it.”

Source: Joseph Konig
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Trump administration says it won't publish major climate change reports on NASA website as promised
Earlier this month, the official government websites that hosted the authoritative, peer-reviewed national climate assessments went dark.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

The tariff-driven inflation that economists feared begins to emerge
The Labor Department said that consumer prices rose 2.7% in June from a year earlier, up from an annual increase of 2.4% in May.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Kennedy says measles outbreak is not a national emergency, defends response as cases hit most in decades
Last week, the number of confirmed cases in the U.S. in 2025 reached 1,288, according to the CDC, marking the highest level in more than 30 years.

Source: Maddie Gannon
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Legoland Florida unveils space theme for its new indoor roller coaster
Officials said the experience is set to launch by early 2026.

Source: DeJanae Phillips
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Orlando City's Pašalić, Freeman heading to MLS All-Star Game
The forward is the second Lions player selected, joining defender Alex Freeman.

Source: Spectrum Sports Staff
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Maitland City Council approves design and development plans for new library
Construction on the new library will start in April 2026.

Source: Jordan Mead
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Winter Garden teacher tries to cater to first-graders' individual needs
Danielle Smith teaches at Dillard Street Elementary in Winter Garden.

Source: Tammie Fields
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Report: Rays owner Stu Sternberg set to complete deal for $1.7-billion sale
Current Rays owner Stu Sternberg could finalize a deal to sell the team as soon as September. The deal is reportedly worth about $1.7 billion.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Orlando leaders vote to begin talks with Gomez Construction to design, build Pulse memorial
The decision came after three proposals were reviewed by an advisory committee made up of city staff and design and construction experts.

Source: Massiel Leyva, Sarah Winkelmann
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Judge rules sexual abuse, murder suspect Sterns must wear restraint in court
Stephan Sterns' trial on only child-sex abuse charges is scheduled to begin July 22.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Seminole County prepared to provide services previously covered by FEMA
FEMA is expected to be less involved after budget cuts under the Trump administration, which means that local and state agencies will need to step in.

Source: Sarah Winkelmann
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Trump announces deal with NATO to supply Ukraine with weapons, threatens tariffs on Russia
The long-anticipated and highly teased announcement came during an Oval Office meeting between Trump and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte.

Source: Maddie Gannon
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Brevard County defends use of steel plates to cover caved-in roads
The county said failed storm pipes are causing the road to sink and the solution, for now, is to install steel plates.

Source: Jerry Hume
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Ax-4 makes successful splashdown, Rays reportedly close to $1.7B sale, and tropical development possible in the Gulf
Here's the news and weather to start your day.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

The search for those missing in catastrophic Texas floods resumes in some areas after pause for rain
More than 160 people are unaccounted for in Kerr County alone, and 10 more in neighboring areas.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 15 2025

Democratic lawmakers visit Alligator Alcatraz after being denied access earlier this month
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, called the facility a "fantastic resource" while in Tampa

Source: Tyler O'Neill
Saturday, Jul 12 2025

Orlando nonprofit receives $875k to continue homeless services
Christian Service Center leaders say they hope to help at least 850 people with the RUSH money.

Source: Emma Delamo
Saturday, Jul 12 2025

'Operation Slow Down' to crack down on speeding across Florida
Locally, in Pinellas County, the sheriff's office said it will conduct "saturation patrols" that will focus on high-incident areas.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Monday, Jul 14 2025

Speechless over loss of life in Texas flooding, but green ribbons speak volumes
Green ribbons are popping up across Kerrville. While some honor of all the lives lost, Tamra Nix thoughts remain with the girls from Camp Mystic.

Source: Tammie Fields
Saturday, Jul 12 2025

How to help victims of Texas floods
Several organizations are helping with the rescue and recovery effort from the Texas floods.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Adults with disabilities make themselves at home at Quest Village
Hart McConnell is proud he gets to live on his own at Quest Village in east Orlando.

Source: Emma Delamo
Sunday, Jul 13 2025

Brightline seeks funds for Tampa expansion, more top stories from the week and fun things to do this weekend
Major headlines, events and the forecast to get your weekend started.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Saturday, Jul 12 2025

Flagler OARS announces free naloxone distribution kiosks for local businesses
The Barney Naloxone Stand™ includes the drug and clear instructions on how to administer it during an opioid overdose emergency.

Source: Devin Martin
Friday, Jul 11 2025

New information released in Marcos Lopez racketeering case court documents
New court documents include discovery information filed by prosecutors in the case against suspended Sheriff Marcos Lopez.

Source: Jordan Mead
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Circle Christian's Luke Gossett returning in his senior year to defend his state title
Luke Gossett is a state champion in golf, winning the Class 1A title last year.

Source: Nick Allen
Sunday, Jul 13 2025

Brightline looking to raise $400 million for Tampa expansion
Brightline is looking to raise $400 million in funding to pay for an expansion of its high-speed rail service into Tampa.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Sarah Winkelmann
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Survivors of Texas flooding relying on faith and FEMA
Guy Overby says he is happy to pray with anyone who needs it outside of First Baptist Church in Kerrville, Texas.

Source: Tammie Fields
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Brazil vows retaliatory tariffs against U.S. if Trump follows through on 50% import taxes
Lula said he will trigger Brazil's reciprocity law approved by Congress earlier this year if negotiations with the U.S. fail.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 11 2025

'I've never seen anything like this': Trump tours Texas flood damage amid questions around FEMA's future
Trump appeared to laud FEMA's response to the floods in Texas, saying there are some "good people" running it now.

Source: Maddie Gannon
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Trump plans to hike tariffs on Canadian goods to 35%
Trump has expressed frustration with a trade deficit with Canada that largely reflects oil purchases by America.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Blowing Rocks Preserve exposes unique rocky coast for visitors in Jupiter Island
Blowing Rocks Preserve is a 73-acre environmental preserve on Jupiter Island in Hobe Sound.

Source: Randy Rauch
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Officials announce new updates to Ax-4 and Crew-11 missions
Ax-4 is set for its undocking while Crew-11 can expect its launch later this month.

Source: Anthony Leone
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Lake Mary eager and ready to defend Little League World Series title
The Lake Mary Little League team will play in the sectional tournament in DeLand this weekend.

Source: Brandon Green
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Orange County reverses course on withholding ICE detainees' info from jail’s website
When the sheriff’s office detains someone for an immigration hold, their name is flagged as "immigration hold," highlighted with a yellow banner.

Source: Jaclyn Harold
Friday, Jul 11 2025

The new college sports agency is rejecting some athlete NIL deals with donor-backed collectives
Since July, schools can now pay players directly under the $2.8 billion House settlement.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Noem reiterates plan to eliminate FEMA in its current form as Trump defers on topic amid floods
Asked shortly after the floods about his plans for the agency, Trump said he wanted to “talk about it later" and deferred on the topic again Tuesday.

Source: Maddie Gannon
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Historic flooding in New Mexico town impacts tourism for a second year in a row
Last summer, tens of thousands of acres of Ruidoso were burnt from wild fires, nearly one year later the town is now recovering from a historic flood.

Source: Asher Wildman
Friday, Jul 11 2025

New Hampshire judge to pause Trump’s birthright citizenship order
The lawsuit, filed on behalf of a pregnant woman, two parents and their infants, is among numerous cases challenging Trump's January order.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Trump picks Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as interim NASA administrator
Sean Duffy is the U.S. Transportation secretary.

Source: Jaclyn Harold, Anthony Leone
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Texas officials are trying to figure out who's really missing from the floods
Confusion can take hold after a disaster, and it can be difficult to pin down how many people reported missing are actually unaccounted for.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Thursday brings July's full moon, the 'Buck Moon'
The moon will appear very low in the sky.

Source: Meteorologist Stacy Lynn
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Winter Park approves 1st hearing of ordinance to limit protests at its library and event center
Commissioners voted 3-2 to the move the measure forward to a second hearing July 23 and possible adoption.

Source: Brandon Spencer
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Full Episode: Proposed NOAA budget cuts concern local forecasters, and Trump administration says 'no amnesty' for farmworkers
Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

Source: Ybeth Bruzual, Holly Gregory, Asher Wildman, Jason Delgado, Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 08 2025

Mourning begins in Texas where more than 170 are still missing from flash floods
The event was held as search crews and volunteers continued to scour miles along the Guadalupe River for the people still missing.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Osceola leaders approve $400K for youth vaping prevention in schools, community outreach
$400,000 total in JUUL settlement funds will be used in Osceola County towards youth vaping prevention.

Source: Jordan Mead
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Rubio says U.S. and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks
Rubio added that President Donald Trump has been "disappointed and frustrated that there's not been more flexibility on the Russian side."

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Russia blasts Kyiv with another missile and drone barrage, killing at least 2
Russia has recently sought to overwhelm Ukraine's air defenses with major attacks that include increasing numbers of decoy drones.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Asteroids, Terminators and pints at Dunedin's Reboot Arcade & Bar
Gaming technology at Reboot Arcade & Bar extends to old school pinball, with movie clips and graphics.

Source: Virginia Johnson
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

A list of resources for Central Texas flood victims and how to help
Guadalupe County Emergency Management posted a list of resources for people displaced by the flooding or people wanting to help the victims.

Source: Katharine Finnerty
Thursday, Jul 10 2025

Social media post helps Oviedo police nab alleged changing room voyeur
Investigators say a 39-year-old UberEats driver was caught on security camera attempting to record two girls in a changing room with his cell phone.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Opening of State Road 417 flex lanes allows use of left shoulder following crashes
Officials ay more segments of State Road 417 with Flex Lanes will open by the end of July.

Source: Jerry Hume
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Supreme Court keeps hold on Florida immigration law aimed at people in U.S. illegally
The law makes it a crime for people who are living in the U.S. illegally to enter the state.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Former U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy throws name into Orange County mayoral race
The Democrat is among four candidates to replace Jerry Demings in 2026.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Deltona to look at whether it can challenge state law on development moratoriums
City commissioners recently passed a residential property development moratorium because of flooding concerns.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Texas inspectors approved Camp Mystic’s disaster plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show
Here's what we know about the 48 hours before, during and after the deadly flash flood.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

More than 160 people are still missing after deadly Texas floods, governor says
Officials have been seeking more information about those who were in the popular tourist destination during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jul 11 2025

Sumter County residents plead with commissioners to address issues with the Bushnell landfill
Sumter County Commission discussed the concerns about the odor coming from the Heart of Florida Landfill in Bushnell.

Source: Brandon Spencer
Wednesday, Jul 09 2025

Travelers no longer have to remove their shoes during security screenings at U.S. airports
It puts an end to a security screening mandate put in place almost 20 years ago.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jul 08 2025