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Dyslexia expert offers steps to improve reading fluency

Bonnie Terry says short, consistent reading drills can help struggling readers make significant progress.

Still need an idea for carving your pumpkin? NPS has free national park-inspired stencils

Still need a pumpkin idea? The National Park Service has free jack-o'-lantern stencils inspired by America's parks and wildlife, including a "Fat Bear" and a bison with a warning.

Candidates for governor campaign across Florida | Commitment 2026

With less than a week until Election Day, Florida governor candidates David Jolly and Byron Donalds held rallies Thursday to energize supporters and address key issues.

Roof of a water tower in NYC where a rare family of barn owls nested has been removed

The first documented barn owl nest in modern Manhattan was exposed when a water tower roof was removed, sparking criticism and concern.

Winter Park may review league's use of city fields after soccer incident involving 3-year-old

Welcome to Rockville reveals 2027 full lineup

Are you ready to rock? Welcome to Rockville has revealed the lineup for its 2027 festival.Welcome to Rockville 2027 full lineupWelcome to Rockville's 2027 music festival will be held May 6-9 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, and will feature more than 150 artists across five...

Packers' Watson goes to hospital with chest injury in 2nd quarter. Then he returns to the game.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson hurt his chest bad enough to get sent to the hospital Thursday night.Hours later, he was back on the field — broken rib and all — helping his team finish off a 27-19 victory over the Carolina Panthers. It was the type of stunning transformation seen...

Sand buffer washes away, leaving New Smyrna Beach properties vulnerable

Volusia County’s coastal director says the sand recently washing away from parts of the coastline was never intended to be a permanent solution following significant erosion during the 2022 hurricane season.The update comes after another round of unusually high tides left some New Smyrna Beach...

2 helicopters carrying a total of 3 people collide midair in Oregon

Two helicopters collided near an Oregon airport, forcing a nearby highway to close.

Blue Origin will expand space manufacturing apprenticeship to Florida’s Space Coast

Blue Origin plans to bring its new space manufacturing apprenticeship program to Florida’s Space Coast as the company works to grow the skilled workforce needed to build rockets and other spacecraft.The Advanced Training Learning Academy for Space, or ATLAS, launched this month in Alabama with 10...

Former Atlanta Falcons head coach June Jones dies at 73

June Jones, the pioneering former Atlanta Falcons head coach who revolutionized modern passing attacks with the run-and-shoot offense, has died at age 73, the team announced Thursday.

Lake County Animal Shelter will waive adoption fees through November 1

The Lake County Animal Shelter is waiving adoption fees for four days as part of its Howl-O-Ween adoption event.The promotion runs from Oct. 29 through Nov. 1 and applies to pets available for adoption at the shelter.Adoption counseling is available from 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 1 to 5...

St. Cloud opens new fire headquarters at former charter school site

St. Cloud city leaders and firefighters celebrated the opening of the city’s new Fire Headquarters on Progress Lane Thursday.Rather than constructing a new facility, the city renovated a former charter school for less than $3.5 million. City officials said the project saved millions of dollars...

How to survive Halloween at Orlando's theme parks

How to manage the crowds and chaos:

‘We Love You:’ The Facebook post that kept Ocean 302 alive

A Melbourne Beach restaurant that was days away from closing its doors is still open after a Facebook post brought an outpouring of support from the community.Ocean 302 owner Charlie Zubi said the restaurant had been struggling through the slow season and was nearly out of options.“We were going to...

Ramaswamy campaign ad featuring Acton’s estranged mother will no longer air

An ad in the Ohio governor’s race that garnered nationwide attention will no longer go out on the state's airwaves.

NFL Week 8 schedule, predictions and more

The calendar is turning to a new month, and as we're approaching the halfway point of the 2026 season, it's also time for NFL trade deadline preparations to begin.

After residents speak out, Orange County speeds up Apopka crosswalk improvements

A week can make a big difference at the intersection of Apopka Boulevard and Sheeler Avenue, where residents who once questioned when unfinished pedestrian safety improvements would be completed are now seeing crews put the finishing touches on new crosswalks.And Orange County Public Works confirms...

Trending drier for Halloween before rain chances ramp up

Conditions along the coastline continue to very slowly improve as the tight pressure gradient causing our strong wind gusts gradually relaxes over the coming days.TonightOnshore NE winds will help to drag in partly cloudy skies and a few isolated showers for the overnight. Most of our neighborhoods...

Online petition calls for change to Ocala Christian Academy’s uniform policy

Parents in Marion County are calling for change after police say a fifth-grade teacher at Ocala Christian Academy was arrested and fired after admitting to taking photographs underneath a student's skirt.

Orlando LGBTQIA+ nightclubs say Instagram disabled accounts over ‘human exploitation’ claims

Two Orlando LGBTQIA+ nightclub owners say Instagram disabled their business accounts after flagging them for “human exploitation,” leaving them without a key way to promote events and reach customers.Brandon Llewellyn, co-owner of Savoy, said the nightclub received a message from Meta, Instagram’s...

Never-before-seen evidence in the Madeline Soto case reveals how investigators found her killer

License plate readers traced Stephan Sterns’ route before the 13-year-old's body was found.

Ballot stacking: What is it and is it legal?

Alaska's Senate race faces legal and political scrutiny as two candidates named Dan Sullivan appear on the ballot, prompting accusations of voter confusion and election fraud.

SpaceX eyes major expansion at Kennedy Space Center for Starship

SpaceX is preparing to bring its Starship rocket operations to Kennedy Space Center, and with that comes a lot of changes to the landscape.

Patrick Stewart’s cause of death revealed: ‘Brief and poignant journey’

Stewart died Wednesday following what his publicist called a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.

‘Provided more context:’ News 6 talks to outside attorney about facts in Kissimmee child neglect case

The story has been picked up by national outlets and has sparked debate online: a Kissimmee woman arrested for leaving her children home alone for several days while she was in Las Vegas.“My first impression as being a parent is it was a little shocking that another parent left her four children at...

Man arrested in deadly Tavares shooting investigation, officials say

The Tavares Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with the deadly shooting of 26-year-old De’Angelo Donta McKnight of Leesburg, which occurred on October 25 in the 1000 block of Caroline Street.Officials say that 24-year-old Jonathan Erickson Louis was taken into custody at 8:55 a.m....

DOJ subpoenas California election officials as special master takes up disputed voter claims

The federal government has appealed a court decision allowing California to count ballots allegedly sent to noncitizen voters.

Welcome To Rockville 2027 announces full lineup, major festival upgrades

Florida’s largest rock, metal and punk festival is back — and bigger than ever.Welcome To Rockville announced its full 2027 lineup on Thursday, October 29, headlined by Blink-182, Korn, Pierce The Veil, Bad Omens, $UICIDEBOY$, Faith No More, Papa Roach, MGK, The Offspring, Alice in Chains, The...

Big 12 fines UCF $100K after 'discriminatory chants directed at BYU'

The Big 12 Conference has issued a $100,000 fine to the University of Central Florida after what it described as "discriminatory chants" directed at Brigham Young University while the Cougars played the Knights on Saturday.

Voters warned of mail ballot delays | Commitment 2026

In Seminole County, more than 36,000 people have returned their mail ballots, but time is running out.

Costco, 300 apartments, other retailers set to open in Sanford late 2027

Big changes are planned for Sanford over the next year, including a major redevelopment tied to the Seminole Towne Center mall property.Developers said a Costco is planned as the anchor for a renewed shopping center along I-4, and it could open as soon as the end of 2027.Incoming Sanford Mayor...

Nearly 4 million Floridians have voted so far

Candidates are criss-crossing the state as Election Day nears in Florida. (Photo Jay Waagmeester/Florida Phoenix)Early voters plus mail-in voters equal nearly 3.9 million ballots cast so far, according to Thursday afternoon state data. Of that, 2.2 million Floridians have voted early and 1.68...

Orlando man accused of posting gun photo, threats to Jewish community

An Orlando man was arrested on Wednesday after he was accused of threatening a Jewish community in Glades County on social media.

College basketball season is here. The eligibility chaos playing out in courthouses comes with it

Todd Golden had already retained enough talent for his Florida team to be a contender for its second national championship in three years. Then came another win, this one in a courthouse allowing guard Denzel Aberdeen to join the top-ranked Gators for his fifth college season.“He has a great legal...

Man, 69, shot and killed his roommates after fight over ice cream, Ocala police say

It happened Wednesday in what police called a "dysfunctional living arrangement"

Patrick Stewart, of ‘Star Trek’ and 'X-Men' fame, dead at 86

Patrick Stewart, the acclaimed English actor known for his roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men," has died. He was 86.

Wanted man arrested after three-hour manhunt in Canaveral National Seashore

A New Smyrna Beach driveway encounter ended in the wetlands of Canaveral National Seashore Wednesday evening, when Volusia deputies arrested a wanted man after a three-hour search involving K-9 and drone units.Bradford Kanan was found crawling through palm fronds after authorities say he threatened...

Patrick Stewart, stage giant also of ‘Star Trek’ and 'X-Men' fame, dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, the classically trained stage actor who scaled the Shakespearean canon and added gravitas to a “Star Trek” franchise and the “X-Men” films, has died. He was 86.Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following “a brief and poignant journey” with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body...

UN reports a sharp rise in Afghanistan poppy cultivation despite a Taliban ban

Poppy cultivation and opium production in Afghanistan rose sharply over the past year, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime said on Thursday.

UCF fined $100K over ‘discriminatory’ anti-Mormon chants at football game

The University of Central Florida was issued a $100K by the Big 12 over “discriminatory” chants performed by students at a football game. The post UCF fined $100K over discriminatory anti-Mormon chants at football game appeared first on Orlando Weekly.

Orlando Greek Fest has all the sights, sounds and Mediterranean eats you can handle

Our mouths water just thinking about the dolmades, but at Orlando Greek Fest you can also stuff your face with gyros, saganaki, galaktoboureko, souvlaki, spanakopita, baklava and jarringly strong coffee to spur you on toward your next snack. The post Orlando Greek Fest has all the sights, sounds...

Hackers claim leak of sensitive details on thousands of DHS workers

The DHS is investigating after hackers claimed to have stolen and leaked the personal information of tens of thousands of current and former employees.

Commission Approves New Office Development in Hannibal Square

Oct. 29, 2026 By Beth Kassab The City Commission on Wednesday unanimously approved a plan to replace the now-demolished Gardens at DePugh, a 40-bed nursing facility that closed last year, with 10 office buildings. The facility was historically significant for its roots in serving Black families...

Recall alert: 375K space heaters recalled

Hundreds of thousands of space heaters were recalled because they can overheat and ignite. Read more trending newsThe Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of Dreo Space Heaters, model DR-HSH015. In all, more than 375,000 heaters were recalled in the U.S. and Canada. The ceramic...

Orlando City announces 14-match schedule for 2027 MLS Sprint Season

Orlando City will open its 14-match 2027 MLS Sprint Season at home Feb. 20 and host Inter Miami on April 17.

‘An attack on our community’: Orlando gay bars wiped from Instagram after Pride posts

Queer-owned businesses across the country have had their social media accounts wiped this year without explanation. The post An attack on our community : Orlando gay bars wiped from Instagram after Pride posts appeared first on Orlando Weekly.

Welcome to Rockville 2027 lineup features Blink-182, Korn, Bad Omens and Pierce the Veil

Blink-182, Korn, Bad Omens and Pierce the Veil will headline Welcome to Rockville when the festival returns to Daytona International Speedway May 6-9, 2027.Organizers announced the lineup Thursday, along with changes to the festival grounds that include more shade, additional seating and upgraded...

26-year-old man shot and killed outside Tavares apartment complex

Police say two masked people approached De’Angelo Donta McKnight outside a residence and opened fire before fleeing in a vehicle.

Florida House District 29 General Debate

The Commitment 2026 general debate series continues with Florida House district 29.

Florida's 8th Congressional District General Debate

WESH 2's Commitment 2026 general debate series continues with Florida's 8th Congressional district.

Florida House District 42 General Debate

The Commitment 2026 general debate series starts with Florida House district 42.

Florida Senate District 8 General Debate

The Commitment 2026 general debate series continues with Florida Senate district 8.

Commitment 2026 Debate Series: General Election Races

Commitment 2026 is WESH 2's long-running political initiative to bring the most fact-based information to viewers, including the general debate series.

Florida House District 45 General Debate

The Commitment 2026 debate series continues with Florida House district 45.

Before and after photos show beach erosion impacts in Brevard County

The combination of strong winds and the high tides, also known as "king tides," has caused high surf and significant erosion along Brevard beaches.

What is the voter turnout so far in Florida? | Map

About 33% of votes so far have been in person, data shows.

Data breached — personal information from Florida Department of Education

13:49 Brief EducationPolitics & Law The Phoenix Flyer Data breached — personal information from Florida Department of Education By Jay Waagmeester - October 29, 2026 1:49 pm The Turlington Building, which houses the Florida Department of Education, stands in the foreground, with the Tallahassee...

‘Ambitious’ timeline means DeSantis could pass new vax rules before he leaves office

13:42 News Story HealthPolitics & Law ‘Ambitious’ timeline means DeSantis could pass new vax rules before he leaves office By Christine Sexton - October 29, 2026 1:42 pm State administrative judge will consider arguments in a challenge to the Florida Department of Health's proposed new vaccine...

Soccer star Eddie Johnson will train 3-year-old removed from Florida youth league

Eddie Johnson, the former striker for the U.S. men’s national team, said that his Central Florida soccer academy would train the 3-year-boy who was removed from an i9 Sports youth program last weekend.Read more trending news Johnson, the former MLS and Premier League player who runs EJE7 Soccer...

RFK Jr. eases access to unproven peptides despite opposition from FDA scientists

Under normal FDA rules, those chemicals would be considered illegal drugs because they have not gone through the agency’s rigorous review process for safety and effectiveness.

Elke Sommer, German-born star of ‘A Shot in the Dark’ and ‘The Prize,’ dies at 85

Elke Sommer, the striking blonde bombshell of German descent who was a mainstay of 1960s Hollywood comedies and espionage movies including “The Prize” and “A Shot in the Dark,” has died. She was 85.Sommer died at home in Bel Air, in Los Angeles, on Wednesday, her stepson Sebastian Walther told the...

Man pleads guilty to federal hate crimes in deadly firebomb attack on Colorado demonstrators

Mohamed Soliman is already serving life in prison after pleading guilty to state charges last spring after a deadly firebombing attack on demonstrators in Boulder last year.