Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Rick Scott faces heat & crash shuts down part of I-4

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Critics blast Rick Scott's roles as governor, candidate amid recount chaos

After the election, Rick Scott has used his role as governor to request the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, an agency he oversees, to investigate voter fraud and has sued to allow them to impound and secure voting machines.

Traffic report: I-4 westbound closed near Orange Blossom Trail

A crash on I-4 westbound near Orange Blossom Trail has blocked all lanes. The accident near exit 80 was reported at 6 a.m.

SeaWorld: Adding more rides is 'new strategy with a lot of energy to it'

SeaWorld's senior vice president attractions Mike Denninger spoke with the Orlando Sentinel on Monday about the company's aims, while in the background, construction crews built the full-scale buildings that will make up Sesame Street land at SeaWorld Orlando, another one of the new projects.

Orlando Sentinel announces new leadership amid Tribune Publishing changes

The Orlando Sentinel announced new leadership Monday morning, the latest in a wave of changes across the nation at news properties owned by parent company Tribune Publishing.

Pot on the go: Central Florida's first drive-thru dispensary opens in East Orlando

Medical marijuana company Curaleaf is opening the region's first drive-thru dispensary in East Orlando this week.

Orlando Magic can't hold off Washington Wizards, fall 117-109

The Orlando Magic couldn't contain the Washington Wizards during a fourth-quarter surge, falling 117-109 Monday night.

No. 12 UCF focuses on challenge of beating Cincinnati as College GameDay fever grows

UCF is focused on winning its next game against Cincinnati and clinching the American Athletic Conference East Division while excitement surrounding ESPN's College GameDay show on campus continues to grow.

Bianchi: UCF coach Josh Heupel welcomes "the noise" of ESPN GameDay and playoff debate

UCF coach Josh Heupel sees the increased exposure of his program, including an appearance by the ESPN College GameDay show Saturday, as an excellent opportunity, Sentinel columnist Mike Bianchi writes.

FSU coach Willie Taggart says Seminoles focused on extending bowl streak

FSU coach Willie Taggart said the Seminoles haven't lost their optimism despite suffering another loss Saturday and are focused on finding a way to extend their bowl streak.

UF QB Feleipe Franks called his number on game-winning play for Gators

UF quarterback Feleipe Franks did not get the call from the sideline, so he dialed up a play for himself on the Gators' game-winning touchdown against South Carolina.

Douglas Rain, voice of HAL 9000 in '2001: A Space Odyssey,' dies at 90

The Stratford Festival, which Rain co-founded in 1952, said Rain had died of natural causes in Stratford, Ontario, in Canada.

Enzian: Brouhaha features 59 films; 28 from Florida State

The 27th Brouhaha will screen 59 films at Enzian. Nine schools are represented with Florida State University delivering 28 movies.

Comic Kathleen Madigan talks Bigfoot, old politicians

Kathleen Madigan does discuss the title topics in her 'Boxed Wine and Bigfoot' tour, but she also weighs in on old politicians and travels with her family.

Steven Tyler, Willie Nelson among performers at 2019 Florida Strawberry Festival

The 2019 Florida Strawberry Festival is Feb. 28-March 10. Performers include Willie Nelson, Steven Tyler and the Oak Ridge Boys.

'Toy Story 4' trailer introduces Forky, celebrates 'Both Sides Now'

A trailer for 'Toy Story 4' presents the beloved characters dancing to 'Both Sides Now' and tumbling down when new character Forky wants out.

Disney Springs: Christmas Tree Trail trimmed with characters

The Christmas Tree Trail at Disney Springs again features movies, characters, theme-park attractions and franchises.

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