Monday, January 18, 2016

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Good morning. It's Monday, Jan. 18. A cool start to the week with high temperatures only breaking into the low sixties today. Hillary Clinton and Sen. Bernie Sanders got heated in last night's Democratic presidential debates that focused on guns, healthcare and President Obama's legacy. And today is MLK Day: See photos from the Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade from this weekend. Here's what else is happening in Central Florida. Have a great day.

Today's Top Headlines

Weather service blames phone-line malfunction as weather radios don't get alerts

On a potentially deadly morning – tornadoes killed two people in west Central Florida and inclement weather barreled through the area early Sunday – a transmitter was unable to broadcast updates to residents in six counties. [More]

Sanders, Clinton clash on guns, healthcare and Obama legacy as Democrats debate

After a succession of Democratic presidential debates that largely avoided the acrimony and personal affronts that have defined the GOP face-offs, Hillary Clinton and Sen. Bernie Sanders clashed sharply Sunday on guns, healthcare and President Obama's legacy. [More]

Shark in swimming pool was 'half dead,' says woman who found it, tried to save it

The woman who saw two boys dump a shark into a swimming pool tried with her husband to save it but says it probably died. [More]

Nightlife, better transit seen as key additions to I-Drive district

If you thought a lot changed on International Drive last year, business leaders say 2016 is only going to bring more revamping to Orange County's tourism district. [More]

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Doctors learn how to give bad news to patients

"When a child or a person dies, that moment is like a snapshot in your mind," said Noelle Moore, who lost her baby because of brain injury and medical complications. "You never forget what the person says to you, how they say it and the different sights and sounds in that moment." [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Bad stretch is jeopardizing Orlando Magic's playoff hopes

The Magic are looking to stop an old habit before they can start a new one. As they head to Atlanta to face the Hawks on Monday night, the Magic need to break free from the kind of losing stretch that has capsized previous seasons. [More]

Raiders, 49ers dominate second decade of Super Bowl era

As we move closer to Super Bowl 50, the Sentinel continues its look back at the roots of football's biggest game. Today, we reflect on Super Bowls XI-XX dominated by the Raiders and 49ers. [More]

Broncos top gritty Steelers 23-16 to set AFC title game showdown with Patriots

Peyton Manning gets to face his biggest nemesis for one more shot at glory. Get ready for Brady-Manning XVII. [More]

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh takes college football recruiting to a whole new level

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh reportedly spent the night at a recruit's house to convince him to come play football with the Wolverines this season. It's another example of lengths Harabugh will go to win. [More]

Road to Signing Day '16: UCF lands Miami RB Jawon Hamilton

Jawon Hamilton had a feeling he might be walking off the UCF campus this weekend as a member of the Knights' 2016 football recruiting class. [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

Where is the missing work in Winter Park's Art on the Green?

Frances Trombly's "Caution," one of the works on display as part of Art on the Green in Winter Park's Central Park, has been MIA since early December. Signs remind visitors not to touch the art — but there's no sign of the actual artwork, which at first glance resembles the familiar yellow tape used to keep people away from hazardous situations. [More]

Review: Orlando Philharmonic takes a lush, warm journey

The Orlando Philharmonic served up a triple treat Saturday night with concert that was gentle on the soul but invigorating for the spirit. [More]

Review: 'Dancing Lessons' puts a human face on loneliness

"Dancing Lessons," the latest Orlando Shakespeare Theater production, uses old pop songs to great effect. So perhaps that's why some lyrics, from the Backstreet Boys no less, popped into my head to sum up this touching evening of theater: "Show me the meaning of being lonely." [More]

Disney: Kylo Ren of 'Star Wars' coming to Hollywood Studios

Another member of the "Star Wars" universe is coming to Walt Disney World. Kylo Ren, a villain from the new "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" movie will be available to guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios beginning next month. [More]

'Rocky Horror Picture Show': Tim Curry returns

Tim Curry, who originated Dr. Frank-N-Furter, plays the Criminologist Narrator in Fox's telecast of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." [More]

 
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