Orange County

While they mark a major step forward for Orange County, the pending new growth rules and comprehensive plan still don’t go far enough to address climate resilience, according to some community stakeholders.

Once again, a study commissioned by the City of Mount Dora indicates a persistent, foul odor isn’t coming from the city’s wastewater plant.

County commissioners heard from staff Tuesday on the development rule changes expected from a still-pending Orange Code.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is building beds for families in need thanks to volunteer efforts.

An initial public hearing on “Orange Code” is slated for Tuesday afternoon. Final approval would come from the board of county commissioners next month.

Hundreds of people gathered outside Orlando City Hall Saturday for a Hands Off/50501 protest. Many causes were championed with one unifying principle: opposition to President Trump’s policies.

1,120 were arrested during one week in April as part of a joint federal-state enforcement operation

Twenty protestors rallied outside the Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando Wednesday afternoon, calling on the state to drop third-degree felony charges that stem from an October 2024 arrest.

The county is weighing new Special Protection Areas for the Shingle Creek and St. Johns River watersheds.

As rain continues to be scarce, Florida’s air is full of dust and pollen, causing respiratory issues for some people.