Hello, it's Wednesday, Dec. 23. Florida has hit a new population milestone and Orlando officials say they are close to ending homelessness for military vets. If you're new to Florida and have wondered about the history behind some of Orlando's popular landmarks, check out this photo gallery. Other events making news: Florida's growth has reached a major milestone, according to newly released data from the U.S. Census Bureau: For the first time, more than 20 million people live in the Sunshine State. [More] Metro Orlando's 11 percent gains in home prices from a year ago doesn't rise to the 14 percent gains across the state, a new report shows. [More] Following a memorial service to honor homeless people who died after months — and sometimes years — on the streets, a top official says Central Florida has virtually ended veteran homelessness [More] SpaceX's double triumph Monday night, returning to flight with the launch of a Falcon 9, and bringing the rocket safely back to a perfect landing at Cape Canaveral, is being hailed by the space industry as a dramatic moment for private space. [More] The owners of Artegon Marketplace, a retail mall on International Drive, have now recouped their entire 2011 investment in the property by selling another piece of property. [More] Orlando Magic big men Nikola Vucevic, Channing Frye, Jason Smith and Andrew Nicholson are impressing with their shooting [More] Vucevic squares off Wednesday night against Howard when Orlando plays Houston [More] Orlando Magic point guard C.J. Watson still has pain in his upper calf [More] Orlando City opens 2016 season at home against Real Salt Lake [More] Foodie awards and top 5 newcomers for 2015 [More] Restaurant review: Smiling Bison in Sanford [More] Stage and screen star Kristin Chenoweth headlines the New Year's Eve party at Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center. [More] Disney Springs steakhouse will open "in early 2016" [More] The Smith & Adams Confections sweets shop in the Colonial Plaza held its soft opening this weekend. The shop's grand opening is scheduled for sometime in January. [More] More Can't Miss Headlines |
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