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Arrest Made in Orwin Manor Attempted Sexual Assault Case

Following an investigation led by the Orlando Police Department and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, authorities arrested 26-year-old Deriko Hill…

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Angela Bassett Steps Into the Spotlight at  Madame Tussauds

“Angela was hands-on throughout the process,” said Paul Gould, General Manager of Madame Tussauds Orlando. “That level of involvement makes…

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Orlando Police Investigate Fatal Shooting Incident

According to the Orlando Police Department, officers responded to a home at 746 West Livingston Street around 9:19 p.m. on…

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Marva Johnson Selected as FAMU’s 13th President Amid Heated Backlash; Alumni Outraged

Amid vocal opposition and community concern, the Board of Trustees selects a corporate executive to lead the nation's top public…

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I’ve Fought for Our Community Before—Now I’m Ready to Finish the Work

"I’ll keep fighting to protect tenants from predatory practices, expand affordable housing, cap excessive premiums, and hold insurance companies accountable—while…

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Travaris McCurdy for House District 40 Special Election: “This Is Personal”

“This community is in my DNA. I went to school here, walked these streets with my grandparents, and now I’m…

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Breaking Barriers: Quinn-Henry Becomes First Black Woman to Serve as Apopka Deputy Police Chief

“We’re just so excited to have you on board,” Nelson said. “It’s a high bar, but I’m sure you’ll reach…

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Nemours Children’s Health calls for stronger early reading tools to improve academic and lifelong health outcomes

“Investing in early childhood education, particularly in literacy, is one of the most effective strategies to improve long-term health outcomes,”…

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Orlando Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting at Cason Cove Drive Apartment Complex

Yesterday evening, Orlando Police responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting a man brandishing a firearm inside a 7-Eleven on Conroy…

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Florida Watch Names Natasha Sutherland as New Executive Director

“As a military brat, a daughter of immigrants, and a military spouse, I’ve seen firsthand what the American Dream can…

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