Monday, April 1, 2019

Public-housing units in peril & help for the homeless

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April 1, 2019

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Amid housing crunch, Orlando Housing Authority plans to demolish 1,000 units

In the nation's worst market for extremely low-income housing, the Orlando Housing Authority has plans to demolish more than 1,000 public-housing units throughout the city, responding to pressure from the Trump administration.

Medicaid pilot program to aid Orlando-area homeless

Florida has won Medicaid approval to launch a $750,000 pilot program in Central Florida that will provide behavioral health services to chronically homeless individuals. The money will help some of them get into permanent housing.

Detective who investigated many of Orlando's most notorious killings retires after 28 years at OPD

Michael Moreschi, the Orlando police detective who has worked some of the city's most notorious murders, will retire April 1.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings promises transit funding strategy soon

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings hinted he's close to announcing a strategy for a mass-transit funding source.

A closer look at Kennedy Space Center's immersive Astronaut Training Experience

Visitors to Kennedy Space Center can participate in the Astronaut Training Experience to simulate what it's like to train as a space explorer.

Orlando City rally falls short, Lions lose 2-1 to D.C. United

Orlando City fell behind in the first half and – despite a furious rally – couldn't find an equalizer, falling 2-1 to D.C. United in Orlando City Stadium on Sunday in front of an announced crowd of 22,481.

Orlando City coach James O'Connor: 'I'm sick of explanations' from officials

Orlando City coach James O'Connor didn't pull his punches when discussing a no-call on Wayne Rooney's free-kick goal in the first half of Orlando City's 2-1 loss to D.C. United on Sunday.

Magic take poise, energy to Toronto to face Raptors

The Orlando Magic can lean on the poise and energy they displayed Saturday in Indiana as they play out the remaining five games of the regular season.

UCF quarterback McKenzie Milton: 'God is looking over me. I totally believe that' | Commentary

UCF quarterback McKenzie Milton is confident God is looking over him during his recovery from a catastrophic knee injury.

Magic remain in playoff-pursuit mode after beating Pacers

The Orlando Magic kept pace in the playoff race with Saturday's victory against the Indiana Pacers.

Harold Garde looks to 'Burn This Down' in new exhibit at Mills Gallery

"Burn This Down: Reflections on the Art World" at Orlando's Mills Gallery features new works by 95-year-old abstract artist and New Smyrna Beach resident Harold Garde.

First look: 'Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy' at Disney's Hollywood Studios

'Cars' hero Lightning McQueen spins into new show at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park

MegaCon Orlando adds 'Wonder Woman' Lynda Carter

Lynda Carter, star of 'Wonder Woman' in the 1970s, will join MegaCon Orlando in May for a day.

Disney, SeaWorld and Universal pet options allow furry friends to join your vacation

There are a plethora of boarding, kenneling and hotel options for Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Orlando Resort visitors traveling with pets.

Orlando home prices soaring in unexpected neighborhoods: Pine Hills, Orlo Vista, Parramore

Central Florida's home prices have been rising at historic rates during the last decade and now increasing home values and the shortage for affordable homes are reaching into neighborhoods such as Pine Hills, Parramore and Richmond Heights.

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