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August 27, 2018

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Three dead, including gunman, in Jacksonville shooting at Madden video game tournament, sheriff says

Baltimore resident David Katz, 24, killed two people and injured 11 others before fatally shooting himself Sunday afternoon during a Madden video game tournament at a downtown venue in Jacksonville, authorities said.

Florida primary 2018: A look at Central Florida candidates, issues

Florida's primary election on Tuesday features important races for state, federal and local offices. Here's a quick look at the major candidates on the Central Florida ballot. 

He got out of a troubled Orlando neighborhood. Then, he returned to give back

An Orange County firefighter returns to his home community of Tymber Skan to teach kids another way of life.

Neil Simon, Broadway's master of comedy, dies at 91

Playwright Neil Simon, a master of comedy whose laugh-filled hits such as "The Odd Couple" and his "Brighton Beach" trilogy dominated Broadway, has died.

Trump rejected plans for a White House statement praising heroism of McCain

President Donald Trump nixed issuing a statement that praised the heroism and life of Sen. John McCain.

FSU's Bailey Hockman is an underdog in QB battle, but he is living his dream with Seminoles

Florida State quarterback Bailey Hockman may see himself as an underdog in the starting job battle, but his father and a close mentor believe he is prepared for the moment.

Alabama coach Nick Saban's squad is loaded again, Crimson Tide are No. 1 in 2018 preseason college football rankings

Alabama coach Nick Saban's squad is loaded again this year. As a result, the Crimson Tide are No. 1 in the 2018 Orlando Sentinel preseason college football rankings.

Karl Benson reflects on his time as commissioner of Sun Belt Conference

Karl Benson is stepping away as the commissioner of the Sun Belt Conference at the end of his current contract in 2019, ending a 29-year career in intercollegiate athletics. What his future holds is still a mystery.

True freshman J.T. Daniels named starting QB for No. 15 USC

Freshman J.T. Daniels has won the competition to start at quarterback for No. 15 Southern California. Daniels will be the first true freshman to start at quarterback for USC since Matt Barkley in 2009.

Motherhood provides 'more fire' for Serena Williams as she pursues record-tying title

Serena Williams returns tp the U.S. Open after missing last year's event because she was having her first child.

'Crazy Rich Asians' has exceptionally strong second weekend, 'Happytime Murders' flops at box office

Warner Bros.' acclaimed romantic comedy generated another $25 million, meaning it made almost as much during its second outing as it did its first weekend.

United Ballet Theatre debuts with polish, flair

Orlando Sentinel arts critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "The Athletes of Art" from United Ballet Theatre.

Orlando Philharmonic feels the Force at 'Jedi' concert

Orlando Sentinel arts critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "Return of the Jedi" in concert at the Dr. Phillips Center.

Andrea Canny rules Garden's 'Gypsy' in a blaze of glory

Orlando Sentinel theater critic Matthew J. Palm reviews "Gypsy" at Garden Theatre.

5 Central Florida bird watching hot spots

Here's a list of five great spots in the Central Florida area for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts.

Truck Stop closing in Thornton Park, may become brewery

The Truck Stop Pop-Up Restaurant in Thornton Park will close down after brunch service Sunday, giving a quick-end to the short-lived concept restaurant.

Universal plans Back-to-Hogwarts events for Harry Potter fans

Universal Orlando is planning back-to-school events in September all over its Wizarding World of Harry Potter, including a scavenger hunt, group photo ops and more. 

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