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Trump backed 'space force' after months of lobbying by officials with ties to aerospace industry

President Trump announced his support for a "space force" in March after a small group of current and former government officials, some with deep financial ties to the aerospace industry, lobbied him for creation of a sixth military service over objections of Pentagon brass and many in Congress.

Oviedo cop arrested on child molestation charges, department says

The 15-year veteran was accused of molesting a family member, the Oviedo Police Department said.

Aaron Hernandez's suicide notes revealed in new book, report says

In a book being released Tuesday, the lawyer for former NFL and Florida Gators football player Aaron Hernandez outlines three suicide notes Hernandez wrote before taking his life.

Man shot dead in Whisper Lakes, Orange deputies say

A 44-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday in the Whisper Lakes neighborhood, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said.

Clermont man dies in motorcycle crash, troopers say

A 54-year-old Clermont man died Sunday when he tried to pass traffic while driving his motorcycle, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

FSU coach Willie Taggart has convinced QB Deondre Francois to make changes, get back on track

New FSU coach Willie Taggart seems to be getting through to troubled quarterback Deondre Francois.

FSU QB Deondre Francois faces uphill battle with James Blackman, Bailey Hockman to win starting job

James Blackman and Bailey Hockman have a better grasp of the offense than Deondre Francois simply because they have more repetitions in Taggart's new scheme that has carried over from spring practice to the preseason.

New FAU offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. felt coaching was his calling in life

At 25 years old, Florida Atlantic Owls' Charlie Weis Jr. is the youngest offensive coordinator at the Football Bowl Subdivision (Division I-A) level.

UCF preparing for impact of new NCAA kickoff rule

UCF is paying close attention to the new kickoff rule instituted by the NCAA this offseason where teams can fair catch a ball anywhere inside the 25-yard line for a touchback.

Orlando Pride fall 3-0 to North Carolina Courage, lose ground in playoff race

CARY, N.C. -- At least for now, the Orlando Pride are out of the playoff picture.

After nearly 40 years, Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel hangs up her skis

Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel gave her last performances at the Orlando Boat Show before retiring.

'Crazy Rich Asians' dominates the box office, makes history for representation

"Crazy Rich Asians," the first contemporary Hollywood story starring Asian Americans in 25 years, dominated the box office as fellow newcomers "Mile 22" and "Alpha" disappoint.

Rollins College's WPRK 91.5 FM back on the air after Hurricane Irma damage

Rollins College's student-run radio station, 91.5 FM, returned to the air today, its first radio broadcast since Hurricane Irma damaged its antennae and tower about 11 months ago, the college's director of student media said in an email today.

After #MeToo, Kevin Spacey movie 'Billionaire Boys Club' earns $126 on opening day

His latest movie, "Billionaire Boys Club," brought in a career-low opening day total for the actor, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

Snap! Orlando showcasing Florida art photographers at downtown gallery

Snap! Orlando readies their gallery for a new exhibit that debuts Friday night at the gallery on east Church Street in Orlando.

Florida's medical marijuana industry is hiring, but stoners need not apply

The hunt is one for budtenders, cannabis cultivators, weed botanists and dozens of other new career tracks that have sprouted with Florida's nascent medical marijuana laws.

Universal: 'Sindbad' show closing at Islands of Adventure

"The Eighth Voyage of Sindbad" show will end its long run at Islands of Adventure theme park next month, Universal Orlando has confirmed.

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