Monday, April 15, 2019

Measles pose threat to unvaccinated children & UCF's downtown campus takes shape

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Measles threat grows as more Florida children are unvaccinated

In Central Florida, more than 2,400 kindergartners weren't vaccinated because of a religious or medical exemption during the 2017-2018 school year. That's about 7.5 percent of the student population.

'Growing energy and momentum' around downtown campus, UCF leaders say

A sleepy part of downtown Orlando near the site of the former Amway Arena has awakened in recent months as construction workers bring to life the long-planned dormitory, classrooms and recreation center that will comprise the new shared UCF and Valencia College campus.

Methadone clients spark complaints in east Orange County: 'This clinic has disrupted our way of life'

Neighbors of an east Orange methadone clinic appealed to county commissioners this week for help in reigning in crime around the New Season Orlando Treatment Center where sheriff's deputies have been on high alert. The center provides opioid addiction treatment and recovery services.

Man accused of triple homicide surrenders, Haines City police say

Haines City Police said Ernst Cherizard turned himself in Sunday afternoon for the shooting deaths of two women and a 6-year-old girl.

PODCAST: Game of Thrones recap, season 8, episode 1 — Dragon rides and reunions (Ep. 148)

After a year and a half, 'Game of Thrones' returned with the first episode of its final season Sunday night. Orlando Sentinel television critic Hal Boedeker and editor Jeff Weiner dive into the many reunions, dragon rides and the delivery of some really big news.

Man shot at hookah lounge, Orange deputies say

The victim left Sky Hookah Lounge before Orange County deputies arrived.

After game-winner against Raptors, Magic point guard D.J. Augustin becomes 'Saint Augustin' | Commentary

Orlando Magic point guard D.J. Augustin came up big in the closing moments of the team's Game 1 victory against the Toronto Raptors on Saturday.

Nikola Vucevic, Magic look to ramp up offense in Game 2 versus Raptors

The Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors in Saturday's Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series, but head coach Steve Clifford says the same kind of offensive performance won't work in Game 2.

Magic's Augustin, Vucevic, coach reflect on Saturday's Game 1 winning shot in Toronto

The Orlando Magic's D.J. Augustin, Nikola Vucevic and coach Steve Clifford talk about Augustin's  winning shot in Toronto in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs in Toronto.

Tiger Woods rocks Augusta National and the sports world by winning his 1st Masters since 2005 and his 15th major

Tiger Woods won the Masters for the first time since 2005 and captured his first major title since the 2008 U.S. Open. It will go down as one of the greatest comeback stories in sports history.

Magic take Game 1 victory in stride as they prepare for Raptors' best shot

The Orlando Magic hold a 1-0 lead against the Toronto Raptors but know their first-round playoff series is far from over.

'Big Bang Theory' Oscar winner; 'Voice,' 'American Idol' intensify

'The Voice' adds a new round, 'American Idol' unveils the Top 10, Regina King visits 'The Big Bang Theory,' and 'I Love Lucy' gets colorized again.

Florida Film Festival: 3 things to do April 15

Three things to do April 15 at the Florida Film Festival: Cocktail tastings, International Animated Shorts and 'Campesino."

One Book, One Community brings Central Florida together to read 'Charlotte's Web'

Events have begun for this year's One Book, One Community reading of E.B. White's "Charlotte's Web."

Universal Orlando gift shop gets horror, sci-fi makeover

Universal Orlando's former Cyber Image gift shop is now home to horror decor and souvenirs, plus a slew of collectible autographs.

'SNL': BTS soars, Emma Stone sinks

On 'Saturday Night Live,' musical guest BTS provides the most fun, 'Weekend Update' offers the most laughs, and host Emma Stone is stranded.

Disney reveals more details, images of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

The new photos and images were shared with the Star Wars devotees during a celebration in Chicago that was live streamed on the Disney parks blog.

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