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Layoffs in January were the highest to start a year since 2009, Challenger says With the recent narrative centering on a no-hire, no-fire labor market, the data suggests that the layoff part of the equation could be stepping up.

Layoffs in January were the highest to start a year since 2009, Challenger says

State says 52 bears killed in Florida hunt, fewer than expected The hunt was restricted to 172 permit holders, but conservationists sought to drive the “harvest” numbers down.

State says 52 bears killed in Florida hunt

Gov. Ron DeSantis appoints football legend Urban Meyer to the New College of Florida Board of Trustees.

Developer eyes ‘catalytic’ development on former Orlando Sentinel downtown site A Miami developer has big plans for 20 acres in downtown Orlando, and has signed on a renowned London-based architect to design a potential multi-billion dollar plan.

"A potential multi-billion-dollar development is in the early stages of planning on the prominent site of the Orlando Sentinel’s former headquarters, which Mayor Buddy Dyer said would be a catalyst for the downtown economy."

Health officials probe possible Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Orange County State health data shows Orange County has had 59 confirmed cases of Legionellosis in 2025, including 11 in the first three weeks of November. Two patients say clinicians informed them of an outbrea…

Florida health officials probe possible Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Orange County

Paul Renner, a GOP candidate for gov and former FL House speaker, is calling on U.S. Reps. Cory Mills and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick to resign. Mills is facing a House ethics investigation, while Cherfilus-McCormick was recently indicted on charges of stealing FEMA funds.

New this morning: Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer endorses Bale Dalton, a Democrat vying to challenge U.S. Rep. Cory Mills. Dalton is a former NASA chief of staff and Navy veteran.

Airport officials are accepting nonperishable food items, cleaning and laundry supplies, pet supplies and $10 gift cards for gas or groceries. Donations are also being collected from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. this week at the Orlando Executive Airport, 365 Rickenbacker Drive.

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is holding another food drive for airport workers affected by the government shutdown. Donations can be dropped off from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. through Friday at the Orlando International Airport's Terminal C departures lane.

Quarter of Florida residents ‘seriously’ contemplate leaving state because of high cost of living, survey says A quarter of Floridians surveyed are “seriously considering” moving elsewhere because of the high cost of living. Researchers concluded the cost of living is “the state’s pressure point…

Quarter of Florida residents 'seriously' contemplate leaving state because of high cost of living, survey says

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is running for governor Demings immediately becomes one of the frontrunners to be the Democratic nominee next year as candidates line up to succeed outgoing Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Jerry Demings schedules ‘announcement rally’; run for governor likely Democratic stalwart Jerry Demings has invited supporters to the event next week as intimates say he’s planning to run for governor.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings schedules 'announcement rally'; run for governor likely

Millions of Floridians slated to lose food stamp benefits Saturday Central Florida officials and charities are appealing to the public for donations that can help food banks meet an anticipated spike in demand.

Millions of Floridians slated to lose food stamp benefits Saturday

Hi Jason. I am working on an article on this topic for the Orlando Sentinel. Could you shoot me a DM or email at sswisher@orlandosentinel.com?

Hi. I am a reporter with the Orlando Sentinel looking into this issue. Could you shoot me a DM or email at sswisher@orlandosentinel.com?

Florida allows open carry of guns, so Publix will too, workers say Publix, one of Florida’s most popular grocery chains, is now allowing customers across the state to openly carry guns due to a recent court ruling, employees say.

Florida allows open carry of guns, so Publix will too, workers say

Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet will vote next week on setting aside a 2.63-acre parcel next to Miami's Freedom Tower for Donald Trump's presidential library.

In a post, Uthmeier says his office fully supports the court's decision. "This is a big win for the Second Amendment rights of Floridians," he says.

Florida’s open-carry ban ruled unconstitutional A Florida appeals court has ruled that Florida’s ban on openly carrying guns is unconstitutional.

A state appeals court has ruled that Florida's ban on openly carrying guns is unconstitutional. The court’s ruling isn’t final pending a possible appeal. It's unclear if Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, who stepped into the role in February, will continue defending the ban.

Jennifer Jenkins, Democrat who defeated conservative school board member, announces U.S. Senate campaign Jennifer Jenkins says she can overcome long odds for a Democrat in Florida and defeat appointed U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody. “I’m not going to lie. I don’t think it’s going to be easy.”

Jennifer Jenkins announces challenge to appointed U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody.
“I’m not going to lie,” she said. “I don’t think it’s going to be easy.... But I do believe that there is a really significant opportunity here for Democrats to take back the state of Florida."
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Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner is entering the race for governor. He'll take on Trump-backed Rep. Byron Donalds.

Florida orders removal of Orlando student road art it promoted 3 months ago The students’ bike lane art outside a Lake Nona school are to be removed by Sept. 4.

Florida orders removal of Orlando student road art it promoted 3 months ago

Rainbow crosswalk outside Pulse nightclub removed overnight “We did everything according to state law, everything was compliant,” said Patty Sheehan, the city’s first openly gay elected official. “FDOT never moves that quickly with anything.&#82…

"A rainbow crosswalk was removed overnight outside of Pulse nightclub in Orlando, one of the most significant LGBTQ sites in Florida, as state and federal transportation officials aim to wipe 'political banners' from public streets."

Fearing DeSantis’ wrath, Orange board ratifies ICE agreement The governor threatened to remove officials who didn’t make their “best effort” to support the immigration agency, as state law requires.

Fearing DeSantis' wrath, Orange board ratifies ICE agreement

Orlando immigrants’ path to deportation: Often, it starts with a traffic infraction An Orlando Sentinel analysis shows 55% of ICE detainees in Lake, Osceola and Seminole County jails earlier this year were arrested during vehicle stops, often made for minor violations. Less than 2…

An Orlando Sentinel analysis shows 55% of ICE detainees in Lake, Osceola and Seminole County jails were arrested after traffic stops for common infractions like speeding, broken tail lights and expired tags. Less than 20% were charged with violent crimes.

West Palm Beach removing LGBTQ+ rainbow crosswalk under orders from Trump, DeSantis administrations Under pressure from President Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administrations, West Palm Beach will remove its rainbow crosswalk. It plans to support the LGBTQ+ community with a rainbow i…

Fearful of losing transportation funding, Florida cities are removing rainbow crosswalks.

Stephanie Murphy declares candidacy for Orange County mayor The former Democratic congresswoman, declaring in an exclusive interview with the Orlando Sentinel, will likely be the frontrunner in a race that includes Orange County Clerk of Courts Tiffany Moor…

Former U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy declares candidacy for Orange County mayor

Scott Maxwell: DeSantis orders Orlando Sentinel to stop investigating his scandal. That's not happening.

Suspended Osceola sheriff must post $1 million bond on racketeering charges Marcos Lopez appeared at online hearing from his jail cell Friday morning dressed in an orange jumpsuit.

"While usually seen in his traditional green sheriff’s uniform, Lopez attended an online hearing from the Lake County jail Friday dressed like any other jail inmate: in an orange jumpsuit."

Florida moves closer to banning fluoride from drinking water The bill now heads to Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is expected to sign it.

"For decades, most Florida residents could turn on their taps and get a tiny amount of extra fluoride, a dose health experts say provides huge dental health benefits. But that will likely change soon."