Saturday, January 20, 2018

Corrine Drive remake & government shutdown

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I'm Isabelle D'Antonio, web producer for OrlandoSentinel.com. Here are some of the top stories I don't want you to miss today. Send me an email and let me know what you think. Have a great start to your weekend!

Good morning. It's Saturday, January 20. First up, Audubon Park residents will vote on different options presented by MetroPlan Orlando for rebuilding Corrine Drive as safer for motorists, walking and cycling.

Next, the federal government shut down at the stroke of midnight Friday, halting all but the most essential operations a year after President Trump's inauguration.

Lastly, looking for something to do this weekend? Check out a gallery of events and activities in Central Florida here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Audubon Park residents get options for remake of Corrine Drive

Corrine Drive, derided as an eyesore and hazardous, traverses an otherwise quirky, original and increasingly popular neighborhood wedged against Baldwin Park and Winter Park.[More]

 

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Government shuts down as hopes for a spending deal crumble in divided Senate

Last-minute negotiations crumbled as Senate Democrats blocked a four-week stopgap extension in a late-night vote, causing the fourth government shutdown in a quarter century. [More]

 

Seminole school board member hasn't been to meeting for 10 months

Seminole County School Board member Jeffrey Bauer has not been to a meeting in 10 months, an unusual absence for an elected local politician. [More]

 

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Body cameras for police are now the norm ... except for a few Central Florida holdouts

Body cameras are now the norm for police and sheriff in Central Florida ... except for a few holdouts. [More]

 

ULA launches Atlas V rocket from Cape Canaveral

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket successfully took off Friday night from Cape Canaveral. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

After turning UCF career around, Tony Guerad eyes NFL

After turning his UCF career around, Tony Guerad is chasing a spot in the NFL. [More]

 

Grotesque gymnastics doctor is just latest example of sports officials turning a blind eye to evil

Just like Baylor and Penn State officials, Dr. Larry Nassar, the perverted Team USA gymnastics doctor, is latest example of sports organizations turning a blind eye to evil. [More]

 

UF big-play point guard Chris Chiozza ‘a wizard on the court’

Entering Saturday's visit to Kentucky, UF senior point guard Chris Chiozza is putting together an All-SEC season. [More]

 

Orlando City expects MLS SuperDraft pick Chris Mueller to contribute immediately

When Chris Mueller was still on the draft board after the first five selections, the Lions grabbed their preferred pick at No. 6. [More]

 

Magic rookie Khem Birch enjoys his meaningful playing time

Orlando Magic rookie center Khem Birch is enjoying his expanded role. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Autopsy: Tom Petty died of accidental overdose from multiple pain medications

Tom Petty's family says his death last year was due to an accidental drug overdose. [More]

 

Disney World offers military discounts on tickets and hotels in 2018

Walt Disney World offers cheap tickets, special room rates for military in 2018. [More]

 

Dianne Feinstein, Rand Paul, Bernie Sanders: Sunday guests

The Sunday guest list includes Mick Mulvaney, Marc Short, Jane Harman, Jeff Greenfield, Luther Strange, Niall Ferguson, April Ryan, Neera Tanden and Douglas Brinkley. [More]

 

Winter Park's Glass Knife serves up nostalgia with that slice of cake

The Glass Knife bakes up a slice of nostalgia — and dessert — in Winter Park. [More]

 

Blake Bortles, 'SNL,' Bill Maher: This weekend

Bill Maher starts season 16 of "Real Time," Jessica Chastain hosts "SNL," PBS profiles Lorraine Hansberry, and Blake Bortles leads the Jags against Tom Brady and the Patriots. [More]

 

 
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