Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Homeless youth & Mark Zuckerberg testimony

Start your day with a quick digest of today's top Central Florida headlines.

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April 11, 2018

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Count of Central Florida's homeless youth reveals 'hidden' population

Advocates reveal a snapshot of the previously hidden population of homeless youth in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. Officials say it's a critical first step, but the findings may still significantly underestimate the problem.

Zuckerberg tells Congress 'we didn't do enough' to prevent privacy crises that rock Facebook

Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg faced sharp criticism in the opening comments of Tuesday's highly anticipated congressional hearing.

Orange school board seeks extension of special property tax

The Orange County School Board decided Tuesday to ask voters to continue a local property tax board members say has been key in making up for meager state school funding.

Maxwell: Lawmakers score better on openness, but Sunshine Law exemptions still pass

Some Florida lawmakers received better grades this year when it came to transparency in government, but erosion of the state's famed "Sunshine Laws" continued with more exemptions passed.

Maxwell: Your money, their war. Bondi, Scott fight judge's order to follow Constitution on voting rights

Your money, their war. Rick Scott and Pam Bondi fight a judge's order to follow the Constitution on voting rights for former felons in Florida.

Intrigue surrounds the Magic as their season finale looms

Questions about Frank Vogel's future loom over the Orlando Magic as they prepare to end their season Wednesday night against the Washington Wizards.

Whitley: Magic could be worth cheering in brave new eWorld

NBA 2K League might give fans of terrible teams like the Orlando Magic a reason to cheer at last, Sentinel columnist David Whitley said.

Comebacks are nice, but Orlando City wants to control matches

Orlando City midfielder Sacha Kljestan isn't interested in many more thrilling come-from-behind victories.

Diaz: Orlando Little League reunion offers perfect pitch of colorblind history

The Orlando Kiwanis and Pensacola Jaycees Little League teams played the first integrated Little League game in the South at Lake Lorna Doone Park in Orlando on Aug. 9, 1955.

No. 1 Gators baseball wins 8th straight game over Florida State

The Gators have won eight in a row and 13 of 14 overall over the Seminoles, while longtime FSU coach Mike Martin remains eight wins away from the all-time NCAA record.

Could new 'West Side Story' star be found in Orlando?

A casting call for Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story" will take place in Orlando in May.

Lindsey Buckingham leaves Fleetwood Mac, Mike Campbell and Neil Finn to replace guitarist on fall tour

Lindsey Buckingham, guitarist and songwriter extraordinaire, has left the group Fleetwood Mac.

Fringe Festival previews Monday; show discounts available now

The local preview shows for the Orlando Fringe Festival will be Monday, April 16.

Cornell Fine Arts Museum retains accreditation

Only 3 percent of museums in the U.S. receive accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums. The Cornell is one of a few local institutions so honored.

Mayim Bialik: 'Big Bang' star loves public speaking

'Big Bang Theory' star Mayim Bialik anticipates a pretty spirited talk in Orlando, She has enjoyed public speaking for more than a decade and says it's another kind of performance.

Disney-themed home carries big price tag

Mickey and Minnie house filled with Disney decor hits market in Summerport with interiors of Goofy room, Princess Jasmine wall, Tinkerbell powder room. Owners Mickey and Minnie Baus have Mickey's Home Real Estate, Mickey's Home Travel, Mickey's Home Mortgage.

Universal Orlando: Four-day tickets discounted for Floridians

Universal Orlando has introduced a limited-time ticket offer for Florida residents. The deal is good for four days' admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure theme parks, must be purchased online by April 30 and all four days used by June 28.

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