Lake County

The unanimous vote of the County Commission came after many residents spoke out against the idea, citing Kirk's views and comments as divisive.

The increase of 5 cents per gallon would have funded resurfacing and freed up other funds for road construction.

By the year 2045, demand for water in the region will be up 41%, according to the Central Florida Water Initiative.

The New Independence Parkway extension project should be done by early 2027, according to Orange County.

Judith Fike, who was appointed to the District 4 seat in December, received 14% of the vote in a three-way race.

The City Council voted last week to suspend Judith Fike for the racist social media posts attributed to her, though Fike contends some had been altered.

Lake County Commissioner Anthony Sabatini is Councilwoman Judith Fike's lawyer. He filed the lawsuit Tuesday and is seeking an injunction and declaratory judgement.

A sixth person was arrested in the investigation of former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez: his wife, Robin Lynn Severance Lopez, who is accused of being a co-conspirator of an illegal casino operation.

Orange County commissioners approved an updated agreement pushing back the road’s expected completion date, from January to November of 2026.

If you think it was hotter than normal in Central Florida, you’re right. Summer heat got off to an early start in April and May, and heat-illness reports climbed too.