Friday, November 13, 2015

Alligator attack & GOP summit

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Good morning! It's Friday, November 13. The man bitten by an alligator while pulling weeds near his dock talks about his encounter. Former Vice President Dick Cheney kicked off the Sunshine Summit, which will feature all the Republican candidates for president. And a woman was arrested after allegedly stealing a $1,300 yorkie from a pet store. Here is some other news you need to know.

Today's Top Headlines

Tavares man says he was 'lucky' after alligator attack

"I was up until 8 o'clock this morning [Thursday] just trying to figure out how he bit me," said Bill Bechard, 68. "If I had seen him when he was coming, it would've been a different story. I never saw his eyes or anything." [More]

Cheney opens GOP summit by attacking Clinton

Former Vice President Dick Cheney accused likely Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton of poor oversight of foreign policy as he kicked off a three-day Republican mega-conference that will include speeches from all 13 presidential candidates Friday and Saturday. [More]

Woman arrested after allegedly stealing $1,300 yorkie, putting it in Dumpster

A woman accused of stealing a yorkie puppy from an Orlando pet store left the dog in a tied cloth bag in a Dumpster behind the business, then called to apologize. [More]

Fatal train crashes prompt officials to install fences around tracks

As Altamonte Springs police continued investigating Wednesday night's fatal Amtrak crash, transportation officials are gearing up to install fences in areas where people tend to cut across the tracks. [More]

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Video shows commotion in couple's room after man went overboard from cruise ship

An attorney representing the husband of a man lost at sea after going overboard from the Oasis of the Seas cruise ship has released a video depicting some of the anguish and hysteria in the couple's room as the man dangled off the side of the ship, then plunged into the ocean. [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Victor Oladipo's concussion creates ripple effects for the Magic

Victor Oladipo's concussion will have ripple effects for the Magic. [More]

Court date set for OC University football ruling

A court date has been set for 11 a.m. Friday for judgement on an injunction parents of a University player filed against the Florida High School Athletic Association for expelling the Titans from the Class 8A playoffs and making them forfeit their 8-2 season due to an ineligible player. [More]

FSU's Everett Golson will start at QB against NC State

Everett Golson will be FSU's starting quarterback against NC State, according to Jimbo Fisher. [More]

High school football playoff teams begin Citrus Bowl journey

High school football teams begin Citrus Bowl journey with opening of postseason. [More]

Missouri players should lend their muscle to fighting campus crime

With their new-found administrative power, Mizzou players and coaches should use their muscle to address another problem: Campus crime, specifically domestic violence. [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Theater review: 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' from Orlando Repertory Theatre

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" at Orlando Repertory Theatre. [More]

Park and play: 12 best public parks in Central Florida

Central Florida is home to a cornucopia of free public parks that offers visitors a chance to soak up fresh air and sunshine in a scenic setting. If you're planning a weekend fishing trip or a family picnic, here is a preview of what parks in our area have to offer. [More]

Thanksgiving without the cleanup

Staring down a pile of dirty pots and pans is no way to end Thanksgiving Day. Here is a sampling of eateries open Thanksgiving Day. [More]

'Dancing': Tamar Braxton out; what next?

Tamar Braxton has left "Dancing With the Stars," but it's unclear what happens next in the dance contest. [More]

Light Up UCF opens Friday

The annual Light Up UCF holiday celebration is scheduled to begin this week. [More]


 
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