Thursday, April 28, 2016

UCF police defends response & 'Finding Dory' fish frenzy

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Good morning. It's Thursday, April 28. UCF Police Department Chief Richard Beary said Wednesday that he was "sorry" for an alert that may have offended people. This comes a day after a library was evacuated because of reports of a "Middle Eastern" gunwoman. Animal-welfare activists and local pet-shop owners fear a wave of interest in tropical fish after the June release of "Finding Dory." Disney has said it is preparing educational materials "discouraging personal ownership of blue tangs."

For Throwback Thursday, have a look at photos of how Orlando and Central Florida have changed over the years.. Here's what else is happening in Central Florida. Have a great day.

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UCF police chief defends response to reports of gunwoman

A day after a University of Central Florida library was evacuated because of reports of a gunwoman, university officials investigated what caused the panic. [More]

Cops: Man killed Sanford woman, lived for 2 days with body

A man stabbed to death a 28-year-old woman he met through an online dating site, then he and his brother stayed at her apartment for two days as her body lay under some bedsheets, Sanford police said Wednesday. [More]

88-year-old library volunteer killed in crash had worked as model, counselor

Jo Anne Feldstein, 88, who was hit and killed by an SUV last week after volunteering at the Orange County public library downtown, was a New York fashion model in the 1940s and '50s and later became an addiction counselor. [More]

Pet shops, Humane Society fear 'Finding Dory' fish frenzy

Animal-welfare activists and local pet-shop owners fear a wave of interest in tropical fish and the possible decimation of key species after the June release of Disney Pixar's "Finding Dory." [More]

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Beth Kassab: The end of oranges in Orange County

As the Citrus Bowl changes its name to Camping World Stadium, one of the last big citrus landmarks is gone. [More]

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Today's Top Sports News

Mike Bianchi: Best QBs in this NFL Draft will be Central Florida's Paxton Lynch and Jeff Driskel

Top two quarterbacks in NFL Draft won't be Jared Goff or Carson Wentz but Paxton Lynch and Jeff Driskel. For all the analytics, NFL Draft is still a crapshoot. [More]

Versatile FSU star Jalen Ramsey worked to become ideal fit for NFL defenses

Versatile Florida State star Jalen Ramsey is competitive and athletically gifted. Analysts and Seminoles coach Jimbo Fisher say Ramsey has become an ideal fit for NFL defenses. [More]

Orlando Pride's Lianne Sanderson has spark needed to become fan favorite

The Orlando Pride's Lianne Sanderson has an outgoing personality and high energy that has helped her become an early fan favorite. [More]

Heat collapse at close, fall 90-88 to Hornets

A late possession resulting in a 27-foot heave by rookie guard Josh Richardson, with teammate Dwyane Wade turning in near horror after that launch with 43.5 seconds to play and still up one. [More]

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Philippines president says terrorists plotted to kidnap Manny Pacquiao

A terrorist group in the Philippines who beheaded a Canadian this week had designs on kidnapping Manny Pacquiao, said President Benigno Aquino III, who added [More]

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Today's Top Entertainment News

With 'Beauty & the Beast' young Orlando Ballet dancer stretches his creative wings

When Orlando Ballet opens "Beauty & the Beast" on Friday, dancer Arcadian Broad will be in an unusual position: In the wings. That doesn't mean he's taking it easy. [More]

On the scene: Orlando Philharmonic's special evening with Brooklyn Rider looks to the future, salutes the past

Orlando Sentinel arts writer spends a special evening with Brooklyn Rider at the new home of the Orlando Philharmonic. [More]

'24: Legacy,' 'Star' set for Fox

Fox has ordered the series "24: Legacy" and "Star" for next season. [More]

A closer look at Disney's Slinky Dog Dash coming to Toy Story Land

Disney gave more details about Toy Story Land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios including a better look at the new roller coaster Slinky Dog Dash. [More]

Disney annual passholders get half-price deal on new After Hours event

Disney annual passholders get discount for After Hours event [More]

 
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