Monday, February 11, 2019

Homeless ambassador & who won at the Grammys?

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February 11, 2019

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Formerly homeless, he's now an ambassador on Orlando's streets

David Williams spent 14 years living in the woods, where his lone friend was a raccoon he named "Creeper." Struggling with bipolar disorder, Williams — a veteran — once couldn't function in society. Today he's an ambassador helping other homeless people on the streets of Orlando.

Grammys 2019: Kacey Musgraves wins Album of the Year, Childish Gambino makes history

The Grammy Awards kicked off Sunday with a group of powerful women, including Michelle Obama and Lady Gaga, describing the role of music in their lives — a display that came a year after female voices were somewhat muted at the 2018 ceremony.

The Parkland shooting one year later: What's been done?

Everything changed on Feb. 14, a historic tragedy whose tremors still are felt. In the realms of school safety, policing, civic participation, mental health and access to guns, the act of the gunman motivated reforms. Here's a scorecard of what's different, and what's not.

Venezuelans in Central Florida fret over future of their nation — and their own fates

The chaos in Venezuela is a major concern for tens of thousands of that country's natives who live in Central Florida, as members of Congress from both parties push to provide protection to those fleeing the embattled nation.

Orlando Fire Department urges drivers to 'move over' after engine struck on I-4

The Orlando Fire Department said this was the second time in two months that a speeding vehicle crashed into a fire truck that was pulled over on the side of a road.

Orlando Magic stay hot, earn commanding 124-108 win over Atlanta Hawks

The Orlando Magic got a big game from Jonathan Isaac in a victory in Atlanta.

Playoff preview with Top 10 basketball district tournaments

Boys basketball listing of top 10 district tournaments includes 8A-5, with Edgewater and Windermere; 7A-5, with Mainland on top; 6A-13 with Bishop Moore seeded just ahead of Leesburg, Eustis and Poinciana; 9A-2 with Seminole and Oviedo; and 9A-3 with Apopka at the head of the class.

UCF bounces back from Houston loss, uses balanced effort to earn 71-65 win at SMU

The UCF Knights bounced back from a demoralizing loss to No. 12 Houston on Thursday, using a balanced effort to earn a 71-65 road victory against SMU.

Mickelson powers back into lead but has 2 holes to go

Phil Mickelson goes from a three-shot deficit to a three-shot lead at Pebble Beach when the final round was suspended by darkness. The wild day featured rain, sunshine and a hail storm that halted play and led to the first Monday finish since 2000.

William Byron earns pole position for Daytona 500

William Byron, at 21 years old, earned the pole position for next Sunday's Daytona 500, continuing a dominating run during qualifying for Hendrick Motorsports.

'Lego Movie 2' falls short with $34 million debut

The animated sequel did easily top box office charts with $34.4 million from 4,303 locations

Pulse: Tyler Perry visits interim memorial

Tyler Perry came to Orlando for "Madea's Farewell Play Tour" on Sunday, but he stopped at the Pulse Interim Memorial and reflected on the visit.

Universal Studios' farting troll amuses guests

Universal Orlando Resort guests react to the newest "Trolls" character at Universal Studios Florida: Guy Diamond.

Pictures: Thousands of dogs and owners at Lake Eola for Paws in the Park

Dogs and their owners came out in droves to support the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando at their annual "Paws in the Park" dog walk and pet festival at Lake Eola on Feb. 9.

'House Hunters': Altamonte Springs mom advises FSU trainer

HGTV's 'House Hunters' features Altamonte Springs parents and their daughter, an FSU trainer seeking to buy in Tallahassee.

Orange Lake Resorts set to open new HQ, hire 250 in Orlando

Holiday Inn Club Vacations parent set to hire 250, open new building in Orlando next month.

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