Friday, March 15, 2019

Terror in New Zealand & launch set for tonight

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49 dead in terrorist attacks on two New Zealand mosques

A man who claimed responsibility for the shootings left a 74-page anti-migrant manifesto in which he explained who he was and his motives.

Where to watch ULA's Delta 4 rocket launch of a military satellite tonight

A ULA Delta IV rocket is scheduled to lift off from launch complex 37 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station between 6:56 p.m. and 9:05 p.m. Friday carrying a U.S. military satellite.

Orlando area now worst in nation for shortage of extremely low-income housing

The Orlando metropolitan area is now the worst in the country for its shortage of rental housing for extremely low-income residents, a new report finds. The region now has 13 affordable and available units for every 100 households that need one.

Florida House committee chairman: Let's 'close the book' on UCF misspending probe

The chairman of a Florida House committee investigating misspending at UCF said Thursday he wants to "close the book on this unfortunate chapter" in the school's history.

Home building spiked in Orlando last year to the highest level in more than a decade

Orlando home building hit the highest levels in more than a decade in 2018, with construction crews starting work on nearly 29,000 single-family houses, townhomes and apartments, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Magic roll past Cavaliers for much-needed win amid playoff push

The Orlando Magic rolled to a 120-91 victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers Thursday night at Amway Center, snapping a mini-slump and give the team a much-needed playoff boost.

Alex Morgan on USWNT equal pay lawsuit: This is about women in all industries | Commentary

Orlando Pride goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris just shakes her head in disbelief that civilization has advanced to the year 2019, and yet, Harris and her colleagues on the U.S. women's national team are still treated as second-class citizens compared to their male counterparts.

Tiger Woods' closing bogey at TPC undercuts promising round

Tiger Woods opened with a 2-under par 70 during Thursday's first round at The Players Championship.

No. 12 FSU earns wild OT win over No. 16 Virginia Tech to advance in ACC Tournament

FSU freshman Devin Vassell's 3-pointer sent the game into overtime and senior Terance Mann's circus shot helped No. 12 Seminoles earn a 65-63 overtime win against No. 16 Virginia Tech Thursday in the ACC Tournament.

Gators end skid, beat Arkansas 66-50 in SEC Tournament

The Florida Gators snapped a three-game skid and boosted their chances of earning an NCAA Tournament at-large bid by beating Arkansas 66-50 during the SEC Tournament.

Jose Andres' Jaleo in Disney Springs sets opening date

Jose Andres' long-awaited Disney Springs location of his restaurant, Jaleo, will open on March 17. 

Black Keys, Modest Mouse set to rock on new tour

The Let's Rock Tour will bring The Black Keys and Modest Mouse to Orlando's Amway Center on Nov. 6.

Free shuttle to connect SunRail station, zoo in Sanford

Central Florida Zoo and SunRail's Sanford Station will be connected by a free shuttle during spring break.

UCF building scandal: WFTV explores shutdown comment

On WFTV's 'Central Florida Spotlight,' state Rep. Randy Fine discusses his comment about shutting down UCF: 'I wanted to say something that got everyone's attention.'

Arcadian Broad will exit Orlando Ballet's stage

The dancer, who has garnered national attention, did not have his contract renewed.

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