Thursday, July 23, 2015

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Morning Report for Thursday, July 23


I'm Alfred Charles, online content manager for OrlandoSentinel.com. Here are some top stories I don't want you to miss today. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Today's Top Headlines

Orlando City eliminated from U.S. Open Cup with 3-1 loss to Chicago Fire

Orlando City fans are having to face the disheartening news that the team's dreams of a trophy in its first MLS season now rest solely in league play. That cold, hard reality is the result of the Lions losing to the Chicago Fire in the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup Wednesday night. Coach Adrian Heath had some strong words after game play. You can watch as he talks to the Orlando Sentinel after the game. [More]

Three Orlando hotels sell at auction

Five hotels that were owned by NikPatel were auctioned, three of them in Orlando. Patel is the embattled businessman facing a criminal charge of loan fraud, who has pleaded not guilty and is cooperating with federal authorities.The auction could set an important precedent for hotel properties in the Orlando area, and may also have an impact on Patel's criminal and civil case. [More]

FBI director says Islamic State poses greater threat to U.S. than Al Qaeda

Some sobering words from the nation's top law enforcement official. FBI Director James Comey said Islamic State militants' attempts to inspire Americans to launch attacks at home pose a bigger threat to the U.S. than Al Qaeda. The militant organization that is governing large swaths of Iraq and Syria "is not your parents' Al Qaeda," Comey told an audience Wednesday. [More]

Champions offer to settle with FAMU in son's hazing death for $8 million

Lawyers for the family of Robert Champion have extended an offer to Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University to settle a wrongful-death lawsuit in the fatal hazing of the former drum major. [More]

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Possible rape victim found naked in bushes behind House of Blues at Downtown Disney

Sexual battery victim found early last Thursday after leaving the House of Blues in Downtown Disney, according to Orange County Sheriff's Office. [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Audio: 911 call that led to FSU running back Dalvin Cook's arrest

Audio of the 911 callt hat led to the arrest of FSU running back Dalvin Cook was released on Tuesday. [More]

Time, not technology, is the answer to MLS refereeing woes

Time, not technology, is the answer to MLS refereeing woes [More]

MLS: Coach Adrian Heath will miss Orlando City game at NYCFC

MLS confirmed that Orlando City coach Adrian Heath is suspended for one game and fined for his actions in the Lions' home loss to the Red Bulls. [More]

'The Sports Guy' Bill Simmons from ESPN signs on with HBO

'The Sports Guy' Bill Simmons from ESPN signs on with HBO [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

Local fare ahead of the trend curve

Spotted in Orlando: Food trends including beets, corn and gazpacho [More]

Art events Orlando: Must-sees at Orlando's Loch Haven Park

3 must-see shows in Orlando's Loch Haven Park [More]

Mixing service with music, Central Florida Community Arts finds success

In five years, Central Florida Community Arts has become a key component of the local arts landscape through its commitment to performance and community service. [More]

Ten 10 Brewing Co. opens in Mills 50 district

Ten 10 Brewing Co. on Virginia Drive in Orlando's Mills 50 District features on-site brewed beer. [More]

Eager to connect with her fans, Orlando-bound Idina Menzel is no ice queen

Idina Menzel, star of "Rent," "Wicked" and Disney's "Frozen," performs in concert at Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center. [More]

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