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House report rips UCF & NASA's budget proposal

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March 12, 2019

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Florida House report slams UCF leaders, state university system

UCF spent millions in leftover operating funds on new buildings because of administrators who dismissed state rules, university trustees who were ill-informed and a state university system that provided inconsistent guidance, a Florida House committee found.

NASA requests $21 billion budget to lead the agency's return — with astronauts — to the moon

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine revealed the agency's fiscal year 2020 budget proposal at an event at Kennedy Space Center on Monday. It will focus largely on NASA's plans to return to the moon.

Algae plaguing Florida's iconic springs triggers major legal battle

Florida springs' decline from pollution and algae leads environmental groups to take on state officials in major legal fight.

Voters go to polls in Winter Park, Windermere, Ocoee and Belle Isle

Voters will elect municipal leaders Tuesday in four Orange County cities — Winter Park, Windermere, Ocoee and Belle Isle.

Woman stabbed her daughter, 11, to prevent her from having sex, cops say

An Orlando woman stabbed her 11-year-old daughter more than a dozen times Sunday because the girl smiled "different," causing her mother to think her child was having sex, authorities said.

UCF women's basketball suffers 66-45 loss to No. 2 UConn in AAC title game

The UCF women's basketball team couldn't keep up with the potent UConn Huskies, falling 66-45 during the Knights' first trip to the American Athletic Conference Tournament Championship Game.

Star Christian Pulisic will be on U.S. roster for friendly at Orlando City Stadium

U.S. men's national team star Christian Pulisic will be part of the roster called up for a friendly against Ecuador at Orlando City Stadium, a source confirmed to Pro Soccer USA. 

Orlando City centerbacks looking to improve communication

Orlando City centerback Shane O'Neill took full responsibility for Saturday's disappointing result against the Chicago Fire.

Magic guard Isaiah Briscoe set to undergo knee surgery

Orlando Magic backup point guard Isaiah Briscoe will have surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee.

Three takeaways from Magic's 105-97 loss to Grizzlies

The Orlando Magic let a road win slip away Sunday when the Memphis Grizzlies rallied from a late seven-point deficit to post a 105-97 victory at FedEx Forum. Here are three takeaways from that game.

Gemini Springs Dog Park: Pups can traipse across 4.5 acres of rustic property

Inside Gemini Springs Park in DeBary are two dog runs that offer 4.5 acres for pooches to roam.

'60 Minutes': Kissimmee woman astounds millions with sickle cell recovery

A Kissimmee woman's story of overcoming sickle cell anemia has '60 Minutes' viewers asking how they can learn more. Her saga was seen by more than 8 million.

Pillsbury flour recalled from Publix, Winn-Dixie due to possible salmonella contamination

Publix and Winn-Dixie grocery stores announced a voluntary recall of Pillsbury flour due to a possible salmonella contamination. 

Winter Park's The Coop holding special Sunday brunch to help homeless

The Coop will open for a special Sunday brunch from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on March 17 to benefit the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness.

SeaWorld: New Brew Club includes personalized steins

Brew Club, complete with personalized stein, is now available at SeaWorld Orlando.

Boy's foot is crushed on Universal Studios' E.T. ride, lawsuit claims

It appears 10-year-old Tiago Perez's left foot became stuck between the ride vehicle and cement offloading area at the end of the ride, his Orlando-based attorney Edmund Normand said.

Pictures: Bike Week 2019 in Daytona Beach

Check out photos from the 78th annual Daytona Bike Week

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