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Good morning. It's Thursday, March 23. Britain's Parliament observed a minute of silence today to remember a police officer and two civilians killed a day earlier in an attack at the heart of London, while authorities raided homes in central England to search for evidence.

U.S. intelligence agencies inadvertently intercepted communications involving the Trump transition team late last year, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee said Wednesday, a disclosure that President Trump said "somewhat" vindicated his claim that he was wiretapped by President Obama.

See video of the dedication ceremony for the new Orlando Police Department headquarters.

Today's Top Headlines

 

UK Parliament resumes, holds minute's silence after attack

Police searched for clues as to why a man driving an SUV plowed into pedestrians on Westminster Bridge, killing two and injuring more than 30 others, before he fatally stabbed a police officer on Parliament's grounds. [More]

 

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Trump team was swept up in surveillance, House leader says as inquiry into Russian meddling takes dramatic turn

Democrats immediately disputed the claim by Rep. Devin Nunes, asserting that the intercepts appeared to be court-authorized intelligence gathering that did not target Trump or his aides and may not have disclosed their names even in classified intelligence reports. [More]

 

Florida man arrested after going AWOL 45 years ago, investigators say

The 65-year-old had reportedly been living under an alias. [More]

 

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Fun, weather and jobs power Orlando population to new height

New Census population figures for 2016 show the Orlando metro area is No. 15 in the nation for population growth. [More]

 

'Vampire cult' killer back in Lake County for resentencing proceedings

Howard Scott Anderson, who is serving life in prison for his involvement in the Eustis slayings, will have his sentencing reheard. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

UCF knocks off Illinois, advances to NIT Final Four

An announced crowd of 10,011 that consisted mostly of UCF fans - and a special appearance from Illinois football coach Lovie Smith - came out to witness the Knights' historic run. [More]

 

Magic fall to Hornets 109-102

Orlando let a 6-point lead early in the fourth quarter slip away and suffered defeat at the Amway Center. [More]

 

UF QBs enjoy friendly battle for starting job

Feleipe Franks and Kyle Trask are pushing and encouraging each other as they battle to become the Gators' starter. [More]

 

U.S. routs Puerto Rico, 8-0, to win World Baseball Classic

After 11 years, 27 games and repeated snubs from some of the brightest stars in baseball, the United States finally won its first World Baseball Classic. [More]

 

FSU’s Dwayne Bacon declares for NBA draft

Florida State guard Dwayne Bacon announced his decision to enter the 2017 NBA draft on Wednesday. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Vans Warped Tour announces lineup from Full Sail

Fans of sweating while people scream at you, rejoice! Vans Warped Tour is officially returning to Orlando for its 23rd year. [More]

 

Tex-Mex joint headed to Winter Garden's Plant Street

The Whole Enchilada Mexican food is building a location in Winter Garden with a rooftop bar. [More]

 

Bee Gees tribute: Dion, Wonder, Sheeran take part

Stevie Wonder, Celine Dion and John Travolta take part in a CBS special saluting the Bee Gees. [More]

 

Emmy nominees: 'Disney Parks,' Wayne Brady

Four daytime dramas, including "The Young and the Restless," lead the Daytime Emmy nominations. [More]

 

Caitlyn Jenner talks to Diane Sawyer again

Caitlyn Jenner is talking to Diane Sawyer two years after a groundbreaking interview. [More]

 

 
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