Sunday, January 14, 2018

Irma costs & Hawaii false alarm

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I'm Isabelle D'Antonio, web producer for OrlandoSentinel.com. Here are some top stories I don't want you to miss today. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Sunday, January 14. First up, Central Florida officials say cutting through red tape to collect federal reimbursement for the clean-up will be a long, fatiguing challenge after Hurricane Irma.

Next, a false alarm that warned of a ballistic missile headed for Hawaii sent the islands into a panic Saturday.

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

Today's Top Headlines

 

Hard part after removal of hurricane debris: FEMA reimbursement

Florida counties and cities are tallying costs and compiling reports for FEMA, hoping to recoup millions from the federal government that was spent on employees and contractors after Irma. [More]

 

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'We made a mistake': Hawaii officials apologize after false emergency missile alert

Hawaii officials apologized repeatedly and said the alert was sent when someone hit the wrong button. [More]

 

Otronicon gives Orlando kids glimpse at newest in local tech

For 13th year, Otronicon at the Orlando Science Center gives local firms chance to showcase games, new products. [More]

 

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Chelsea Manning files to challenge Democrat for U.S. Senate in Maryland

Chelsea Manning, the transgender former Army private onvicted of passing government documents to Wikileaks, has filed to run for the U.S. Senate in Maryland, [More]

 

Sanford resident returns home after Haitian immigration quagmire

Sanford resident Henry Dorvil finally returned home to the United States after being stranded in Haiti while trying to resolve his immigration status. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Cyle Larin has turned into Orlando City version of Dwight Howard

Orlando City star Cyle Larin is forcing his way out of town much like Dwight Howard did with the Orlando Magic [More]

 

Marreese Speights is emerging as a leader for Magic

Now in his 10th NBA season, with experience as a key reserve on the Golden State Warriors’ 2014-15 championship team, Marreese Speights is the only player on Orlando’s roster who has won an NBA title. Young players seek out his advice, especially during difficult times like these. [More]

 

Tonya Harding movie is a bunch of Gillooly

Tonya Harding's movie is so fictionalized it could have been made by Oliver Stone. [More]

 

Orlando City: Cyle Larin still under contract, Lions to take action after Besiktas transfer tweet

Orlando City officials say striker Cyle Larin is still under contract and it will take action after Besiktas JK posted pictures of Larin going through an exam. [More]

 

Former UCF tight end Jordan Akins invited to Senior Bowl

UCF tight end Jordan Akins received an invitation to the Senior Bowl. Akins, a senior with one year of eligibility left, played a key role in the Knights 13-0 season. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

'The Walking Dead' renewed for ninth season, Scott Gimple out as showrunner

"The Walking Dead" is shaking things up behind the scenes. [More]

 

After outcry, Mark Wahlberg donates $1.5M film fee to Time’s Up in Michelle Williams’ name

The 10 days of reshoots were necessary after Kevin Spacey was replaced by Christopher Plummer when accusations of misconduct surfaced against Spacey. [More]

 

Katie Couric breaks silence on Matt Lauer: 'I had no idea'

Katie Couric has broken her silence on sexual misconduct allegations against her former "Today" co-host, Matt Lauer. [More]

 

Vegan eatery Leguminati opening in Orlando's new Hourglass District

Vegan eatery Leguminati is opening in Orlando's new Hourglass District. [More]

 

Lorde is only the latest: How touring in Israel thrusts musicians into controversy

Musicians of any age who contemplate playing Israel sometimes lack awareness of the risks and rewards. [More]

 

 
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