Monday, April 8, 2019

Magic make the playoffs & Recreational marijuana bill

Start your day with a quick digest of today's top Central Florida headlines.

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April 8, 2019

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Orlando Magic clinch playoff spot for first time in seven seasons with win over Boston Celtics

The Orlando Magic clinched a playoff spot for first time in seven seasons with a 116-108 victory at Boston on Sunday night.

Florida bill to legalize recreational marijuana dies without a hearing or vote

State Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith's bill to allow recreational marijuana is dead, but the Orlando lawmaker hopes the bill moved the conversation forward on legal pot.

Popular cardiologist killed on bicycle disobeyed traffic laws, Maitland police investigation finds

A popular cardiologist riding a bicycle on his way to work crossed six lanes of traffic on US 17-92 before he was hit and killed by a car, a Maitland police report concluded.

UCF police prepare to patrol new downtown Orlando campus as fall debut approaches

The University of Central Florida Police Department is hiring 12 new officers, an effort to meet the demands of the university's sprawling campus that will open its latest addition in downtown in the fall.

Ask Orlando: Can you get a ticket running a red in front of an emergency vehicle?

If you run a red light in order to make way for an emergency vehicle, and you get into a an accident, who is liable?

Magic playoff tickets go on sale Monday

Tickets for the Orlando Magic's first-round NBA playoff series will go on sale Monday.

Solar Bears win regular-season finale, shift focus to playoffs

The Orlando Solar Bears won their regular-season finale at Amway Center Sunday and are now shifting their focus to the playoffs.

Texas Tech, Virginia face off for chance to win first college basketball national title

Virginia and Texas Tech meet in the NCAA Tournament championship game Monday night. Neither program has ever been this close to a national title, making it a rare matchup of first-timers to the final game of the college basketball season.

Baylor holds off Notre Dame 82-81 to win women's basketball national title

Baylor recovered after blowing a 17-point lead and losing a star player, beating Notre Dame 82-81 for the women's basketball national championship when 2018 tournament hero Arike Ogunbowale missed a foul shot in the final seconds.

How Disney World put together its new Lightning McQueen attraction

How Disney World built its new Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy, giving the "Cars" movie franchise a home at Hollywood Studios.

Donald Trump: Our employee, not our boss | Commentary

Why is Donald Trump fighting to keep his tax returns private? The speculation rages, but it raises concerns about someone who's working for us.

Box office: 'Shazam!' continues spring thaw with $53.5-million debut; 'Pet Sematary' lands at No. 2

Warner Bros.' latest DC Universe entry, "Shazam!," opened in first place with some of the best reviews for a DC film, while Paramount's "Pet Sematary" remake debuted with a respectable $25 million.

'SNL' gives 'Game of Thrones' wacky promotion

'Saturday Night Live' lampoons Joe Biden and Donald Trump but saves the best for 'Game of Thrones' with host Kit Harington's help.

'Charlotte's Web' this year's choice for One Book, One Community reading events

This year's One Book, One Community focuses on E.B. White's "Charlotte's Web." Events at local libraries run from April 7 to May 10.

SeaWorld Orlando whale Fredi dies after longtime health problems

A pilot whale that had suffered for years with persistent health issues after it was rescued from a mass stranding died Saturday at SeaWorld Orlando, the company said.

ChainBridge, South Florida's newest distillery, pours fruit brandy and vodka in Oakland Park

ChainBridge Distillery, now open in Oakland Park, is South Florida's newest distillery and features fruit brandy and vodka.

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