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CEO of Orlando company arrested in alleged $328M cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme
1+ hour, 28+ min ago (206+ words) An Orange County man is accused of running what federal investigators call a massive, multi-million-dollar Ponzi scheme out of a downtown Orlando office tower. Federal agents arrested Christopher Delgado, alleging he orchestrated a $328 million investment fraud through his company, Goliath…...
Man ejected, killed in overnight I-95 crash in Volusia County
2+ hour, 52+ min ago (150+ words) A 42-year-old man from Canton was killed in a crash early Wednesday morning on I-95 in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the crash happened just after 2 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-95, south of Indian River Boulevard....
Packed meeting highlights push for rapid transit expansion in Orange County
3+ hour, 21+ min ago (337+ words) As Orange County continues to grow, local leaders and residents are renewing calls for expanded public transportation, drawing a packed crowd to a meeting in downtown Orlando this week. County officials are seeking to build support for rapid transit along…...
Central Florida immigration attorney couple to attend State of the Union address
8+ hour, 16+ min ago (303+ words) A married Central Florida couple who work together as criminal defense and immigration attorneys will be attending President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night. Democratic Congressman Darren Soto invited Phillip and Josephine Arroyo to be his guests. The…...
Waymo self-driving cars officially hit the road in Orlando
8+ hour, 31+ min ago (323+ words) Waymo's autonomous cars are now rolling on the streets of Orlando. The white Jaguars are equipped with 29 cameras to see everything around them. Spokesperson Mark Lewis explained all the different gadgets you see on the cars, "these flat panels are…...
Portable CO detectors | Consumer Reports
8+ hour, 47+ min ago (415+ words) Spring break is coming up, and if you're planning a trip, there's a serious safety consideration you may not even be thinking about: carbon monoxide poisoning in hotels and vacation rentals. A relatively inexpensive device could save your life. Consumer…...
'Gunfire outside the airport': Brevard couple stranded in Mexico describe violence near resort
9+ hour, 20+ min ago (373+ words) A Central Florida couple remains stranded in Mexico after violence broke out near their resort over the weekend, following the death of a powerful cartel leader. Wendee Parks and her husband traveled from their home in Viera to Puerto Vallarta…...
First look: LEGOLAND launches all-new indoor coaster
9+ hour, 47+ min ago (300+ words) A brand-new coaster at LEGOLAND Florida is days away from its grand opening. Galacticoaster is the resort's first-ever indoor space-themed family ride. It's the main attraction in the new LEGO Galaxy land. The immersive space blends technology and storytelling. Inspired…...
Police ask for public's help locating endangered missing veteran in Lake County
10+ hour, 17+ min ago (157+ words) An elderly veteran with dementia has disappeared without a trace from Fruitland Park, and now the police are turning to the public for help locating him. Walter Gella, 78, was reported missing from his Seminole Avenue home on Dec. 1. Earlier in…...
Frost advisory issued for all of Central Florida; Marion under freeze warning
10+ hour, 17+ min ago (131+ words) A freeze warning is in effect for Marion County through Wednesday morning, while all of Central Florida is under a frost advisory as the region braces for another very cold night. Extreme dry conditions means the potential for brush fires…...