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‘A good thing for sure:’ FDOT opens relief lanes on I-4 in Osceola, Polk counties
Read full article: ‘A good thing for sure:’ FDOT opens relief lanes on I-4 in Osceola, Polk countiesDrivers along one section of Interstate 4 are seeing shorter travel times with the opening of new congestion relief lanes.
5 dead, 7 injured when van rolls over on Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola County
Read full article: 5 dead, 7 injured when van rolls over on Florida’s Turnpike in Osceola CountyIn addition to the confirmed five fatalities at the scene, troopers said that multiple occupants were taken to the hospital via air care.
Deputy, pickup truck driver injured in Osceola County patrol car crash
Read full article: Deputy, pickup truck driver injured in Osceola County patrol car crashAn Osceola County deputy and a 59-year-old woman were injured after a crash involving a patrol car and a pickup truck on Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
1 killed, 3 injured when car overturns in crash on I-4 in Osceola County, FHP says
Read full article: 1 killed, 3 injured when car overturns in crash on I-4 in Osceola County, FHP saysA 20-year-old Orlando woman was ejected and killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 4 in Osceola County that left three other people with serious injuries, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Former Kissimmee police officer pleads guilty in use-of-force case
Read full article: Former Kissimmee police officer pleads guilty in use-of-force caseAs part of the agreement, prosecutors have declined to prosecute Andrew Bassegio on a count of solicitation for perjury and a count of battery.
Orlando police officer accused of snatching person’s phone during confrontation in Osceola County
Read full article: Orlando police officer accused of snatching person’s phone during confrontation in Osceola CountyAn Orlando police officer is accused of snatching someone’s phone and striking it out of his hand during a confrontation at an apartment complex near Kissimmee.
New nursing school opens as Florida faces critical nursing shortages
Read full article: New nursing school opens as Florida faces critical nursing shortagesAs Florida’s hospitals grapple with severe shortages across all health professionals, a new option for aspiring nurses is now open in Osceola County.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Sign up for Central Florida emergency alerts
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Sign up for Central Florida emergency alertsFrom boil water notices to sand bag locations to shelters, emergency alerts are sent out by the county to get important information to its residents — especially during a major storm or hurricane.
72-year-old man arrested in 1991 St. Cloud cold case murder, police say
Read full article: 72-year-old man arrested in 1991 St. Cloud cold case murder, police sayMore than three decades after 27-year-old Julia Sue Wilbanks was found stabbed to death in St. Cloud, police said they’ve solved the cold case using DNA evidence and genetic genealogy.
Madeline Soto’s accused killer has ‘confidential information’ about case, defense claims
Read full article: Madeline Soto’s accused killer has ‘confidential information’ about case, defense claimsThe man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto is asking a judge to delay an upcoming court hearing because his attorneys have recently obtained “confidential information” related to the case, court records show.
Big improvements coming to I-4 bridge over St. Johns River
Read full article: Big improvements coming to I-4 bridge over St. Johns RiverOf all the roads in central Florida, I-4 is one of the busiest. And if you live in Seminole County, you've probably sat in traffic where it gets backed up over the St. Johns River Bridge.
This group tells Florida cities how much growth they need to account for
Read full article: This group tells Florida cities how much growth they need to account forThe Bureau of Economic Business and Research is contracted by the state to tell cities and counties how much growth they need to accommodate in the coming years.
Progress Report: Central Florida homelessness 4 months after new state law
Read full article: Progress Report: Central Florida homelessness 4 months after new state lawIn 2024, Gov. DeSantis signed a bill to force local governments to dismantle homeless camps. Here's how the law has affected the fight against homelessness, and how a group of journalists are trying to raise awareness.
Body of 71-year-old man recovered after van crashes, submerges into lake near Celebration
Read full article: Body of 71-year-old man recovered after van crashes, submerges into lake near CelebrationA man’s body was recovered after his vehicle plunged into a lake in the Celebration area on Tuesday, according to Osceola County Fire Rescue and the Florida Highway Patrol.
Anna the Appalachian Doll: A Central Florida family’s heartfelt mission to aid Hurricane Helene survivors
Read full article: Anna the Appalachian Doll: A Central Florida family’s heartfelt mission to aid Hurricane Helene survivorsAfter seeing the devastation Hurricane Helene brought to the Appalachian region, a Central Florida mom and her two daughters felt compelled to give back.
What are non-arrest cases? Examples like these prompted new state attorney policy
Read full article: What are non-arrest cases? Examples like these prompted new state attorney policyCiting a backlog of more than 13,000 non-arrest cases, State Attorney Monique Worrell implemented a new policy this month, limiting the types of non-arrest cases her office would accept from law enforcement.
Central Florida lagging in solutions for its homeless population
Read full article: Central Florida lagging in solutions for its homeless populationLast week’s release of the annual point-in-time count made the challenge abundantly clear: Central Florida still doesn’t have enough ways to house its vast numbers of homeless residents. And a new law banning public camping is making harder to know who needs help.
2 congressmen representing Central Florida to host town halls this month. How you can attend
Read full article: 2 congressmen representing Central Florida to host town halls this month. How you can attendMark your calendars! More Central Florida congressmen are hosting town hall events with constituents either on the phone or in person this month.
Man faces charges in possible ‘road rage’ shooting in Osceola County Publix parking lot
Read full article: Man faces charges in possible ‘road rage’ shooting in Osceola County Publix parking lotOsceola County deputies announced the arrest of a man in what they described as a “road rage” shooting at a Publix parking lot in March.
These are the most affordable Central Florida cities. Can you guess No. 1?
Read full article: These are the most affordable Central Florida cities. Can you guess No. 1?It’s no surprise that housing costs are an issue for many Central Florida residents — but some areas are more far more affordable than others.
‘A lasting scar:’ International child sex ring leads to 7 arrests in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘A lasting scar:’ International child sex ring leads to 7 arrests in Central FloridaA child pornography investigation spanning multiple countries has led to several arrests in Central Florida, according to state officials on Monday.
Kissimmee, Osceola County use tree planting to balance growth, environmental impact
Read full article: Kissimmee, Osceola County use tree planting to balance growth, environmental impactAs the population increases, the demand for buildings and roadways rises, but as this growth could come at the expense of the environment, some cities and counties are working to expand tree cover.
Homelessness in Metro Orlando holds steady, but is ‘literally killing’ seniors, advocates say
Read full article: Homelessness in Metro Orlando holds steady, but is ‘literally killing’ seniors, advocates saySeniors and children make up more than 40% of the homeless population in Metro Orlando, according to new data released Friday.
Bicyclist dies after being struck in Osceola County crosswalk, FHP says
Read full article: Bicyclist dies after being struck in Osceola County crosswalk, FHP saysA 63-year-old St. Cloud man riding a bike near Kissimmee was struck by a pickup truck and later died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Central Florida shelter seeks foster families for animals during renovations
Read full article: Central Florida shelter seeks foster families for animals during renovationsAs Osceola County Animal Services works to improve its facility, the shelter is urgently seeking foster families to help care for animals in need.
Orange-Osceola state attorney bars law enforcement from forwarding some ‘non-arrest’ cases
Read full article: Orange-Osceola state attorney bars law enforcement from forwarding some ‘non-arrest’ casesMonique Worrell, the state attorney for Orange and Osceola counties, implemented a new policy this week that prohibits law enforcement agencies from forwarding certain criminal cases to her office that lack enough admissible evidence to justify an arrest.
Green Meadows Petting Farm opens as part of Lancaster Ranch Park development
Read full article: Green Meadows Petting Farm opens as part of Lancaster Ranch Park developmentAs Kissimmee continues transforming 150 acres of land into a park featuring bike trails, playgrounds, and pavilions, it has officially opened a petting farm.
WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve on Patrol breaks down everything to know about Osceola Clerk’s Office
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve on Patrol breaks down everything to know about Osceola Clerk’s OfficeI’ll be riding with Kelvin Soto, Esq., Osceola Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller, for an insightful discussion about the Osceola Clerk’s Office—what it does, why it matters, and how it impacts the daily lives of residents.
‘No. 1 is the flooding:’ Brighton Lakes residents concerned about development plans
Read full article: ‘No. 1 is the flooding:’ Brighton Lakes residents concerned about development plansNews 6 met with about a dozen residents in Osceola County's Brighton Lakes development to speak about their concerns regarding their prospective neighbors.
How to find help for domestic violence survivors in Central Florida’s counties
Read full article: How to find help for domestic violence survivors in Central Florida’s countiesIf you need help getting out of an abusive situation, you can find shelters and groups in almost every Central Florida county.
No injuries reported after roof partially collapses during warehouse fire in Kissimmee
Read full article: No injuries reported after roof partially collapses during warehouse fire in KissimmeeNo injuries were reported during after a roof partially collapsed at a warehouse during a fire in Kissimmee on Saturday afternoon, according to a news release.
Night swimming: A lineup of after-hours events happening at Central Florida waterparks
Read full article: Night swimming: A lineup of after-hours events happening at Central Florida waterparksSpecial ticketed events at theme parks have gained a big interest in recent years, with guests wanting to take advantage of perks such as lower wait times, fewer guests, and exclusive food items.
Orlando becomes fastest-growing large region. Here’s how much it’s grown
Read full article: Orlando becomes fastest-growing large region. Here’s how much it’s grownIt’s widely known that people are increasingly calling Florida home, and according to new data, the Orlando area is a popular choice to plant roots.
Attempted murder suspect leads Osceola County deputies on chase, gets apprehended in Orange County
Read full article: Attempted murder suspect leads Osceola County deputies on chase, gets apprehended in Orange CountyA homicide suspect led Osceola County deputies on a chase before being taken into custody in Orange County, deputies said.
Federal funding freeze leaves Central Florida food bank without a million pounds of food
Read full article: Federal funding freeze leaves Central Florida food bank without a million pounds of foodSecond Harvest says the federal funding freeze has halted all CCC-funded orders for the USDA’s Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), resulting in the suspension of 28 tractor-trailer loads of food meant for the Central Florida food bank.
Osceola County ramps up school zone safety with fines, additional speed cameras
Read full article: Osceola County ramps up school zone safety with fines, additional speed camerasOsceola County is set to launch its second phase of its school zone safety program on Wednesday, where drivers will receive a $100 fine and a citation if caught speeding in a school zone, according to a news release from the county.
Sunshine Corridor: Orange County commissioners to vote on funding SunRail expansion
Read full article: Sunshine Corridor: Orange County commissioners to vote on funding SunRail expansionOrange County commissioners are set to vote on contributing to a $6 million study on expanding the SunRail as part of the Sunshine Corridor project.
‘Risking your life:’ Safety changes coming to Michigan Avenue in Osceola County. Here’s what’s next
Read full article: ‘Risking your life:’ Safety changes coming to Michigan Avenue in Osceola County. Here’s what’s nextFor years, News 6 has reported on the issues on the street. Speeding cars, numerous bus stops, and lack of crosswalks for most of the street make it a potentially hazardous area for pedestrians. A public meeting on new safety plans is tonight in Kissimmee.
Protect your pets with a free microchip event in Osceola County
Read full article: Protect your pets with a free microchip event in Osceola CountyWe're excited to welcome Osceola County Commissioner Peggy Choudhry for a live interview as we discuss an incredible opportunity for pet owners in the community.
Stephan Sterns, accused of killing Madeline Soto, appears as lawyers ask to ban public from court hearings
Read full article: Stephan Sterns, accused of killing Madeline Soto, appears as lawyers ask to ban public from court hearingsThe man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto is asking a judge to ban the public, including members of the press, from attending his pre-trial court hearings.
Man accused of sexually abusing 13-year-old in Osceola County
Read full article: Man accused of sexually abusing 13-year-old in Osceola CountyA man, who was already on immigration parole, is being held in Osceola County without bond on accusations he sexually abused a 13-year, according to the sheriff’s office.
Neighbors help evacuate residents as 10-acre brush fire burns in Osceola County
Read full article: Neighbors help evacuate residents as 10-acre brush fire burns in Osceola CountyA wildfire in Osceola County temporarily forced the evacuation of some homes out of an “abundance of caution,” officials said.
Osceola County leaders push for statewide hands-free driving law
Read full article: Osceola County leaders push for statewide hands-free driving lawOsceola County leaders are calling for tougher distracted driving laws, formally backing a bill moving through the Florida Senate that would make the state hands-free.
3 killed, including 5-year-old in head-on crash in Osceola County, troopers say
Read full article: 3 killed, including 5-year-old in head-on crash in Osceola County, troopers sayThree people, including a 5-year-old boy, were killed in an Osceola County crash on Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Vehicle crashes into transformer, bursts into flames in St. Cloud; no injuries reported
Read full article: Vehicle crashes into transformer, bursts into flames in St. Cloud; no injuries reportedNo injuries were reported after a vehicle smashed into a power transformer in St. Cloud before it erupted in flames on Saturday, according to a news release.
‘Follow the law:’ Osceola sheriff addresses new state illegal immigration laws
Read full article: ‘Follow the law:’ Osceola sheriff addresses new state illegal immigration lawsInside the auditorium at Gateway High School Thursday night, Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez addressed a politically fraught topic that is of high interest to the large Hispanic community he serves: illegal immigration.
Traffic ticket lands teen awaiting 2023 Poinciana crash trial in jail
Read full article: Traffic ticket lands teen awaiting 2023 Poinciana crash trial in jailThe teen involved in a 2023 Poinciana crash that claimed four lives, faced a plea hearing on Thursday in a completely separate case. He pleaded no contest to a 2024 charge of driving without a license, and received a 60-day jail sentence, along with six months of probation.
Florida Dunkin Donuts refused drive-thru service to deaf woman on Christmas, complaint claims
Read full article: Florida Dunkin Donuts refused drive-thru service to deaf woman on Christmas, complaint claimsA woman is claiming discrimination by Dunkin Donuts after she was refused drive-thru service on Christmas Day, according to law firm Morgan & Morgan.
‘This business is closed:’ Osceola deputies arrest 26 in one of county’s largest fentanyl bust
Read full article: ‘This business is closed:’ Osceola deputies arrest 26 in one of county’s largest fentanyl bustThe Osceola County Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday the arrest of 26 people in one of the agency’s largest-ever fentanyl bust.
New Kissimmee carnival to debut during spring break. What you can expect
Read full article: New Kissimmee carnival to debut during spring break. What you can expectThe Promenade at Sunset Walk, a resort destination for entertainment and dining in Kissimmee, will be debuting a new carnival with rides and exclusive fair discounts.
Decades-long case gets new push after morbid discovery at Kissimmee motel
Read full article: Decades-long case gets new push after morbid discovery at Kissimmee motelInvestigators have renewed their push for clues decades after the discovery of a woman’s remains in Kissimmee, according to the police department.
Clermont police chief to take over the agency in Kissimmee
Read full article: Clermont police chief to take over the agency in KissimmeeThe police chief of Clermont is trading in the rolling hills for Kowtown. Chief Charles Broadway will take over Kissimmee’s police department, with a swearing-in ceremony on April 1.
Teens in stolen car lead I-4 chase that ends in crash on Lee Road in Orange County, deputies say
Read full article: Teens in stolen car lead I-4 chase that ends in crash on Lee Road in Orange County, deputies sayA stolen vehicle carrying seven people led law enforcement on a chase, ending in a crash on Lee Road in Orange County, according to sheriff’s officials.
These are the bills Central Florida state representatives are pushing during the legislative session
Read full article: These are the bills Central Florida state representatives are pushing during the legislative sessionThe annual Florida Legislative Session gets underway Tuesday, and our state representatives are looking to pass bills on everything from help for people with disabilities to preventing pool drownings to mental health care for teachers.
These are the bills Central Florida State senators are pushing during the legislative session
Read full article: These are the bills Central Florida State senators are pushing during the legislative sessionWe asked Central Florida's 12 state senators (nine Republicans and three Democrats) what bills they hoped to pass this year and what issues they hoped the legislature would prioritize. Here are the responses we got.
Gator attacks woman who was ‘paddling’ at Tiger Creek Preserve in Florida, wildlife officials say
Read full article: Gator attacks woman who was ‘paddling’ at Tiger Creek Preserve in Florida, wildlife officials sayA woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Gator attacks woman who was ‘paddling’ in Tiger Creek Canal in Florida, wildlife officials say
Read full article: Gator attacks woman who was ‘paddling’ in Tiger Creek Canal in Florida, wildlife officials sayA woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
‘Group of Colombian nationals’ accused of burgling homes, businesses in Orange, Osceola counties
Read full article: ‘Group of Colombian nationals’ accused of burgling homes, businesses in Orange, Osceola countiesFive people described as a “group of Colombian nationals” are behind bars after they committing residential burglaries in Orange and Osceola counties, according to a news release.
It’s been 1 year since Madeline Soto’s body was found. Here’s the timeline of her case
Read full article: It’s been 1 year since Madeline Soto’s body was found. Here’s the timeline of her caseAs the investigation into Madeline Soto's death continues, News 6 provides a timeline of events stemming back to her initial disappearance.
‘A complete shock:’ Osceola deputy accused of strangling his spouse
Read full article: ‘A complete shock:’ Osceola deputy accused of strangling his spouseIn a release, deputies said they received the reports on Thursday, prompting the sheriff’s office to immediately notify the Criminal Investigations Division to look into the issue.
Universal commits $2M to SunRail expansion study needed for airport to I-Drive route
Read full article: Universal commits $2M to SunRail expansion study needed for airport to I-Drive routeUniversal Orlando announced this week it would put $2 million toward the cost of a crucial study needed to bring a planned SunRail line from Orlando International Airport to International Drive.
Man accused of stealing copper from refrigeration units at Osceola County church
Read full article: Man accused of stealing copper from refrigeration units at Osceola County churchA 37-year-old man is accused of stealing copper from the refrigeration systems at an Osceola County church that also helps to feed the homeless, according to Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez.