Friday, July 13, 2018

I-4 construction damages & Hollywood Studios outage

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

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July 13, 2018

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I-4 construction nightmares: Drivers seeking payment for car damage face daunting odds

Interstate 4 drivers have reported construction-zone incidents in which their cars were skewered by projectiles, bombarded with concrete, submerged in floodwater and broken by potholes. But motorists who have filed claims find that it's extraordinarily difficult to get reimbursed for claims.

Disney: Hollywood Studios rides shut down because of problem with cooling system

A problem with the cooling system shut down several rides at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Thursday evening, a spokeswoman said.

Downtown Orlando needs full-time drop-in center for homeless, leaders say

As complaints about homeless people downtown escalate, there are renewed calls for a full-time drop-in center where they can get a shower, do their laundry, use computers and apply for jobs and housing. The push comes as Compassion Corner, the only similar facility, has been told to move out.

Lake Mary man was killed by a stray bullet — all because of a fight he had no part in

Early Sunday morning, Daniel Strada — an inspirational fitness buff who made goofy YouTube videos and wrapped his mother in giant bear hugs — was killed by a stray bullet.

Bianchi: Finebaum: If UCF runs table again, he's 'all-in' on national championship claims

SEC Network and ESPN commentator Paul Finebaum says he's "all-in" on UCF's national championship claims if the Knights run the table again, Sentinel columnist Mike Bianchi writes.

Rookie Melvin Frazier Jr. showing defensive grit but unrefined offensive game

Orlando Magic second-round pick Melvin Frazier can become a defensive standout, but his offensive game is unrefined.

Orlando City, Orlando Magic mull partnerships with Papa John's, denounce slur

The Orlando Magic and Orlando City Soccer Club have not decided whether to alter their partnerships with Papa John's, but they denounced the pizza company chairman's use of a racial slur.

Tim Tebow smacks double in Eastern League All-Star Game

Tim Tebow doubled in four at-bats Wednesday night for the East squad in the Class AA Eastern League All-Star Game in Trenton, N.J.

Orlando City midfielder Cam Lindley called up for 2018 MLS Homegrown Game

For Orlando City midfielder Cam Lindley, the 2018 MLS season has been about development.

Tab Hunter: TCM salutes him July 20

TCM will honor the late Tab Hunter by screening eight of his films on July 20.

Emmys: 'Game of Thrones,' 'Westworld,' 'SNL' lead nominees

The top nominees for the 70th Emmys are "Game of Thrones" (22), "Westworld" (21), "Saturday Night Live" (21) and "The Handmaid's Tale" (20). The prizes will be handed out Sept. 17 on NBC.

Magical Dining Month menus for 2018 revealed

Start making those Magical Dining Month plans. Visit Orlando has revealed the menus for this special event that will allow diners to enjoy $35 three-course prix-fixe menus at Central Florida restaurants from Aug. 24 – Sept. 30. 

Spooky Empire adds Elvira, enlarges 'X-Files' reunion

Spooky Empire will add Mitch Pileggi and William B. Davis of "The X-Files,'' Carl Weathers of the "Rocky'' movies and Elvira, Mistress of the Dark.

'Skyscraper' review: Dwayne Johnson shows off his dramatic acting chops

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson pulls off gritty performance in "Skyscraper." 2 stars

Build-A-Bear promotion draws long lines and frustrations

Build-A-Bear Workshop "Pay Your Age" promotion draws large crowds that causes lines to be closed down for safety concerns. The wait time for some at the Florida Mall location exceeded seven hours to get inside the store.

Universal: Sign up for 'Deal or No Deal' tickets

Tickets are now available for tapings of the "Deal or No Deal" game show, which will be produced at Universal Orlando and will again feature Howie Mandel as host.

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