Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Noor Salman trial & Austin bomber believed dead

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I'm Stephen Ruiz, online content editor for OrlandoSentinel.com. After a rough weather day Tuesday, we look forward to getting things back to normal. Let's start with some of our top stories. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Wednesday, March 21. At the Noor Salman trial, the government is expected to finish presenting evidence today or Thursday in its case against the widow of the Pulse shooter

Meanwhile, this morning in Texas, the alleged Austin bombing suspect is dead.

And finally, Tracy McGrady joined the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame on Tuesday. Find out more here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Noor Salman trial: Prosecution could rest today in trial of Pulse gunman's widow

Prosecutors in the trial of Noor Salman will continue calling witnesses this morning, as the government prepares to rest its case against Pulse gunman Omar Mateen’s widow. [More]

 

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Austin bombing suspect dies after detonating explosive in his vehicle, police say

The news comes as the capital city remains on edge following a series of blasts that have killed two people and seriously wounded four others since March 2. [More]

 

Ocoee's first black commissioner sees election as redemption for race-riot victims

Ocoee's first black commissioner, George Oliver, sees his election as redemption for race riot victims [More]

 

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Florida tourism: 116.5M visitors set record despite Hurricane Irma

Florida tourism statistics for 2017 are out: 116.5 million visitors broke the record set the previous year by 3.6 percent despite Hurricane Irma, said Gov. Rick Scott — who vowed to continue marketing efforts in the wake of debate over Visit Florida funding. [More]

 

Puerto Rican receives training in growing lineworker field, hopes to return to help restore power

Derick Santiago, 18, is learning to climb utility poles and repair transformers in Lake-Sumter State College’s electric utility lineworker program in hopes of following his father and brother into a field projected for faster-than-average employment growth over the next decade. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Magic lose 4th-quarter lead, lose to Raptors 93-86

Kyle Lowry led a fourth-quarter comeback as the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 93-86 [More]

 

Diaz: Tracy McGrady still feels sting of Tim Duncan 'Big 3' miss for Magic

Tracy McGrady still feels sting of Big 3 miss for Magic, who almost landed David Robinson in the summer of 2000 [More]

 

Derwin James says he's best player in draft, Josh Sweat regains confidence during FSU's pro day

FSU standouts Derwin James and Josh Sweat were among 19 Seminoles hoping to impress NFL scouts and executives during Tuesday's pro day. [More]

 

FSU coach Willie Taggart excited for start of spring practice

Florida State will begin spring practice on Wednesday, and new coach Willie Taggart is ready to get started with the Seminoles. [More]

 

Josh Heupel UCF football era kicks off with similar Scott Frost flair

UCF football completed its first spring practice under new head coach Josh Heupel Tuesday. [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

In 'Waitress,' tasty performances spice up familiar fodder

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews the touring Broadway production "Waitress," at Orlando's Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. [More]

 

Workshop uses theater skills to empower young women

Mad Cow's "She Speaks" workshop focuses on physical, vocal and emotional awareness. [More]

 

Dashboard Confessional comfortable being emo

Boca Raton-based rockers Dashboard Confessional hit the House of Blues in Disney Springs. [More]

 

In her paintings, Julie Heffernan explores our relationship with a volatile environment

The Mennello Museum of American Art hosts a solo exhibition by Julie Heffernan, "When the Water Rises." [More]

 

Cirque du Soleil artist was debuting new trick when he died in Tampa

Aerialist Yann Arnaud died early Sunday after falling during a performance of Cirque du Soleil's "Volta" in Tampa. [More]

 

 
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