Friday, December 18, 2015

Cool down coming & Theme park security

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Good morning! It's Friday, Dec. 18 and the weekend -- and the new Star Wars movie are both here. We have an interesting story about how the film franchise has helped strengthen family ties. And the major Orlando theme parks have announced new security measures. Speaking of theme parks, check out these pics of new dining options at Disney World. Other things in the news:

Today's Top Headlines 

Deputies: Manhunt underway for man who allegedly abducted, killed ex-girlfriend

A manhunt is underway for a 62-year-old felon who allegedly abducted his 25-year-old ex-girlfriend in the trunk of a car before killing her early Thursday, law enforcement officials say. [More

Star Wars bridges generations, brings families together

Like many other families, "Star Wars" became more than just a set of movies. It became something that helped bridge the age gaps in my family. [More

UCF med student brings canine cheer to hospitalized children

Christa Zino, a second-year med student at the University of Central Florida, was once a kid stuck in a hospital for weeks on end. One of the few bright spots was a therapy dog — an experience she's now bringing to young patients at Nemours. [More

Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Universal begin using metal detectors at theme parks

In a sign of how jittery the nation has become about terrorism and gun violence, all three major Orlando theme parks on Thursday installed metal detectors at the front of their attractions. [More

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Forecasters: Below-average temps this weekend; near-record highs on Christmas

After more than a week of above-average temperatures, with near-record-breaking temps on Thursday, forecasters say a cold front will bring drier, cooler weather for the weekend. [More

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Today's Top Sports News 

Alabama's NFL woes are an oddity, not a blemish

A.J. McCarron will replace Andy Dalton in Cincinnati, and it has been 28 years since an Alabama quarterback started and won an NFL game. It's more of an oddity than a blemish for the Tide.. [More

Tavon Austin, Todd Gurley lead Rams past Buccaneers, 31-23

Tavon Austin scored twice, Todd Gurley topped 1,000 yards rushing and the Rams beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 on Thursday night in what could be the franchise's final game in St. Louis. [More

Magic coaches remind their players of defense's importance

Orlando Magic coaches on Thursday reminded their players that defense will win games [More

UFC Orlando headliners look ahead to big-money matchup with McGregor

Rafael dos Anjos and Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone meet for the lightweight title Saturday at Amway Center. [More

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Today's Top Entertainment News 

Disney World adds purple to MagicBand palette

Purple power: Disney adds new MagicBand color [More

Food lovers will eat up these gifts

From conserves to cookware, local purveyors have enough choices to fulfill any foodie wish list [More

A look at holiday lights, displays around Central Florida

Here are some of the best and brightest Christmas light displays around Central Florida [More

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