Seventy-six apartments were affected, according to Orlando firefighters.

Someone in DeLand has a serious issue with butterflies — specifically, painted ones.

Mayor Alison Dennington has fallen out of favor in recent months with some residents who say she has cost the town more than $150,000 for defending lawsuits involving her.

A wild problem is tearing up lawns, parks, and peace of mind in one of Central Florida’s fastest-growing communities.

Charged with two felony counts of racketeering and facing a prolonged suspension from his position as Osceola County Sheriff, Marcos Lopez has more pressing challenges than having become the source of mockery on social media.

The Women's Center of Brevard County said that last Thursday, someone broke in and vandalized their office on Aurora Road in Melbourne to an amount as high as $30,000.

Deltona leaders are considering a proposal to ban any new medical marijuana dispensaries from opening within city limits, a move that has some residents speaking out.

The only 4-star hotel in Brevard County should be quite the attraction when it’s done, but while it’s still being built, complaints are filling up from a property very close to the future Westin.

A Brevard County woman returned from an overseas trip to find her Port St. John home had been broken into and vandalized.

Some residents living under the jurisdiction of Osceola County are now being informed that they will soon become part of St. Cloud, raising concerns about potential property tax increases.

No one wants to live next to an eyesore, but one man says he’s got two blighted vacant homes next to where he lives.

It's ringing again. News 6 was there as repairs on the iconic bell and bell tower were finished Friday.

Business owners feel there’s a lot of potential in downtown Eustis, but also said they feel like the economic development isn’t as strong as it could be.

Some local homeowners are frustrated because they have codes that prevent them from painting their houses a certain color. The issue is soon set to appear before the city council.

The Mayor of Astatula is set to discuss a moratorium on residential development at Tuesday's town council meeting.

Mount Dora city officials believe they finally have the answer when it comes to the cause of a strong odor in the community.

In just one day, Brevard County’s oldest city will no longer have its own hospital.

A family in East Orlando continues to face challenges after a sewage backup caused by a burst pipe in their driveway.

News 6 investigated concerns about an illegal dumping site in Orlando, near the Boggy Creek area.

Central Florida families came together Sunday morning for a unique event that focused on holistic wellness and giving back to the community.

Residents in Palm Coast are voicing their concerns about a proposed fuel terminal that could be built in their community.

If you live in Oviedo, you’ve probably noticed the city is changing — quickly.

News 6 met with about a dozen residents in Osceola County's Brighton Lakes development to speak about their concerns regarding their prospective neighbors.

If you've seen them, you'd know them: they're Eastern lubber grasshoppers. Maybe the name doesn't sound familiar, but the look is distinct.

There's negative reaction from some people to a city council vote last week to re-add fluoride to Brevard County's largest water supplier.

"Our neighborhood has become a trash dump," Donald Holibut told News 6.

New Smyrna Beach Police are setting up a special event zone this weekend for an unsanctioned “Meet for Toyota Truck” event.

Orlando Health said that because of years of neglect and costly repairs, it will shut down Rockledge Hospital on April 22.

Council members Tuesday night approved restoring a controversial chemical to drinking water for the city and other communities.

City leaders were supposed to approve the final plans for building new homes off Doyle Road, but they changed their minds and said voted against it.

Monday afternoon, a state Senate committee is set to discuss a bill that aims to make changes regarding land use and development regulations in Florida.

Florida officials are warning homeowners in Longwood to beware of fraudulent contractors following a tornado that struck the area Monday morning.

Homeowners in Longwood are beginning the difficult process of cleaning up after a tornado tore through their neighborhood, leaving behind significant damage.

A growing movement is pushing for Pine Hills to break away from Orange County and become its own municipality, following in the footsteps of cities like Belle Isle and Winter Park.

You may have driven by the historic Altamonte Chapel on State Road 436 countless times and never known its story.

You might be surprised to know how many unwanted chemicals are lurking in your drinking water.

Two years after the tragic shooting deaths of 9-year-old T’Yonna Major and journalist Dylan Lyons, the Pine Hills community gathered Wednesday evening to discuss ways to combat rising crime in West Orange County.

In a meeting that was well over capacity, hundreds of people packed tightly together inside the Astor Community Association Thursday to weigh in on the future use of the Silver Glen Springs.

Billed as a "special workshop," the meeting lasted nearly four hours, as the mayor, city council members, and residents weighed in on the current state of affairs and potential solutions.

Commissioners are considering forcing the sale of the complex, located off Texas Avenue, to allow for redevelopment of the area.

A proposed RV park in St. Cloud has drawn strong opposition from residents of the neighboring Hanover Lakes community.

Detectives searched the COA president's condo unit last year, though by that time, he'd already fled, according to the sheriff's office.

The city of Cocoa Beach is considering raising fees for short-term rental properties in response to growing complaints from residents about noise, parking issues, and other disturbances.

Slipping into their finest stilettos, dozens of men and women strutted down Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando Thursday night to send a message: they will walk side by side with survivors of domestic violence.

A man in Mount Dora has to receive two more shots as part of a rabies vaccination series following an attack by two dogs that he suspected were stray.

The 70-year-old driver involved in a crash that killed a fourth-grade student near Sugar Mill Elementary School last year will not be charged, Port Orange police said.

A woman who admitted to pouring concrete into her neighborhood's drainage system will have to pay Seminole County for its time, even though the problem has finally been fixed.

In a bustling classroom filled with the laughter and curiosity of preschoolers, something extraordinary is happening.

He apparently died at work on Jan. 4. The family is going through an especially hard time since his daughter had just passed away before Christmas.

A judge has dismissed a lawsuit over the site of a historic school for Black students in Eatonville, but the future of the property remains uncertain.

Families in Lake County are facing uncertainty after the sudden announcement that the Waterman Early Learning Academy will shut its doors on Jan. 10.

After receiving a tip about the dead fish from a viewer, News 6 decided to head up to Eustis and talk to people who live on the lake. The people we spoke to said they had never seen anything like this.

The county is looking to prevent more flooding in the future, which could cost a pretty penny and means an increase in rates for residents.

While there are plenty of organizations giving back this holiday season, neighborhood groups like the Lee Road Safe Neighborhood association are also doing their part.

Just in the last month, three children with autism drowned in Central Florida after eloping or wandering from their families.

After eight months, work is finally underway to repair a pipe plugged with concrete in the Shadow Bay neighborhood.

Two Fold H.E.L.P. Ministries is providing a Thanksgiving meal with all the fixings to over a dozen people in their re-entry program, aimed at rehabilitating those formerly incarcerated or struggling through hard times.

An Orlando nonprofit is asking for the community’s help after surveillance footage captured someone stealing donated items meant to help those in need.

The Space Coast High School Varsity football team is giving thanks this week for an incredible season — and also to a Tampa Bay Buccaneer whose generosity helped change the program's fortunes.

The facility off of Highway 441 has been at the center of an ongoing mystery in Mount Dora. Some believe it's causing a stinky smell in certain areas, and people who live nearby want to get to the bottom of it.

On June 30, Kissimmee's Police Civilian Oversight Board was dissolved. The oversight board was responsible for reviewing complaints, policies, and procedures and providing recommendations.

Millie Atwell is always one to make others laugh. She puts them at ease with her jokes and her love of all things Dolly Parton. She finds the country music star an inspiration.

A woman who admitted to pouring concrete down a drainpipe in her neighborhood now has until early 2025 to fix it, despite the flooding her neighbors have endured for months.

November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to the 16- to 24-year-olds facing homelessness.

Seminole County’s only homeless shelter is asking for more than half million dollars so they continue to support people in need without cutting any services.

The Winter Garden Theatre, which had been closed for weeks, will reopen its doors Thursday evening for a debut performance of "The Little Mermaid."

A Windermere woman is grappling with a wave of emotions after a burglary that left her family devastated.

Just hours after Hurricane Milton swept across the state, city officials issued the social media post to remind residents that they must apply for a permit before beginning storm repairs.

Just hours after Hurricane Milton left the state, the social media post reminded residents that they must apply for a permit before beginning storm repairs.

Between the washed-out portions of the road was a driveway leading to the home of an 80-year-old man, whom Trooper Steve said was stuck thanks to the collapsed street.

News 6 obtained documents that show the homeowner’s permit application has now been approved by Seminole County.

The Halloween-themed run is set to kick off on Saturday, Oct. 26. This year's mission is to pull in enough funds to save one of the town's most historic buildings.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with more than a dozen organizations, hosted National Night Out in Pine Hills on Tuesday.

After months of intense flooding, the homeowner behind a concrete-filled drainpipe in Longwood’s Shadow Bay community has applied for a permit to remove the blockage, according to Seminole County.

Heartbroken residents in an east Orlando neighborhood are demanding action after two dogs were caught on camera attacking multiple pets, killing at least one.

For over six decades, Club Eaton was a vibrant hub where Eatonville residents gathered for nights of dancing and live music.

The nonprofit’s center in Orlando was flooded earlier this month thanks to a series of heavy storms that swept through the region around that time.

Residents of the Shadow Bay community in Longwood are demanding action over ongoing flooding, and they hope to see the person responsible held accountable during a Seminole County court hearing on Thursday afternoon.

Neighbors who live near Winter Spring’s Gee Creek said they are growing increasingly concerned about rising water levels.

A 2022 bill set requirements for inspections of condominium buildings that are three stories or higher. But now, some condo owners are being hit with huge assessments and fees to meet the new law's deadline early in the new year.

Downtown Orlando resident Rose Davison said she’s been dealing with severe flooding in her backyard following recent rainfall.

Residents of the Shadow Bay neighborhood in Seminole County are upset with severe flooding after heavy rain in recent days caused water to cover North Shadowbay Boulevard and surrounding areas.

A major new development cleared a major hurdle towards construction, even though some locals don't like the massive plan.

If the commission decides to approve the adjustments, the average utility bill for 6,000 gallons of water and sewer per month would see an overall increase of 7% to $86.34.

Could it be the end of free parking in this small beach town?

The 'Ghost Bike' memorial was just removed after a family laid it there last week in honor of a 9-year-old girl who was killed in May.

Carlos Tamajon, owner of "The Crafty Gamer," said the incident left his family store with shattered glass and a financial setback.

People came out to the Sumter County Commission meeting Tuesday in protest of The Florida Governmental Authority.

Seminole County Code Enforcement ordered the homeowner who clogged a stormwater pipe in the Shadow Bay Community to fix the issue by Wednesday.

Driving down 13th Street — also known as 192 — can be a nightmare. Rebecca Laisch said crossing that street on foot could cost you your life.

Taxpayers in Oviedo have concerns about how the city will fund future projects. The city of Oviedo is growing, and city officials said the current water treatment facility can't keep up.

A new law requires condo boards to have fully funded reserves to keep residents safe. But some COAs have implemented exorbitant fees as a result.

A neighborhood in Longwood has been struggling with flooding after a local woman poured concrete into the community's only functional drainpipe — which is located on her property.

It’s a popular joke in Central Florida that some residents of The Villages have been seen with loofahs on their vehicles. But is there any truth to the rumors?

The Shadowbay Club HOA shared Tuesday that Seminole County has issued the woman who filled a drainage pipe with concrete on her property in the Longwood Shadow Bay community Longwood a 15-day extension to fix or replace the pipe.

A “Notice of Code Violation” was presented to the homeowner after she hired a crew in April to fill a stormwater pipe on her property with concrete.

After a lifetime of bouncing from place to place trying to survive, these young adults finally have a place to call home.

Sanford’s City Commission approved authority to be given to the city manager to expedite purchases related to equipment preventing another sewage spill into Lake Monroe.

There's a big meeting shaping up over members of Brevard County Fire Rescue negotiating their next contract.

There’s no shortage of stories over the last few years about the people who gather and give away food to those in need across Central Florida. But what about the drivers?