Florida sees record number of conservation applications
HARDEE COUNTY, Fla. — With more people calling Florida their home comes increased development, but one state program is…
Tampa centenarian reflects on 100 years of Black history
TAMPA, Fla. — This Black History Month marks one hundred years of Black history commemorations. Dr. Carter G. Woodson…
Government funding latest; H-1B faculty hiring ban
A government funding bill heads to the House, and the Florida Board of Governors is considering a push…
Pool and HVAC experts share tips during cold spout
ORLANDO, Fla. — People across Central Florida are now bracing for expected record-low temperatures this weekend, and many are…
Property tax reduction in Florida could help housing market
ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida lawmakers are considering several proposals that, if voters approve, would potentially reduce property taxes for homeowners…
Evening Briefing Orlando Jan 30 2026
Good evening, Central Florida. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need…
Assistance programs in Orlando area help with electric bills
ORLANDO, Fla. — Near-record cold temperatures are coming this weekend. With added electrical costs to power heaters, some people…
Protesters show up in force at Rep. Cory Mills’ town hall
OVIEDO, Fla. — Protesters converged on the Oviedo Cultural Center Thursday night as embattled Florida Congressman Cory Mills…
Orlando leaders approve Richmond Heights flood relief
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando City Council has approved a flood mitigation project for the Richmond Heights community,…
Possible government shutdown makes federal workers anxious
ORLANDO, Fla. — As the country faces a partial government shutdown Friday at midnight, federal workers at the…
St. Pete Beach resident questions access after Helene
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. — St. Pete Beach resident Donna Miller captured video of workers carrying fans into Mayor…
Weather prompts Gasparilla Invasion route change
TAMPA, Fla. — The Gasparilla pirate invasion will look a little different Saturday, due to the expected cold…