Friday, May 3, 2019

SpaceX launch scrubbed & more on Amendment 4

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May 3, 2019

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SpaceX scrubs launch to resupply the ISS due to several issues. It will try again Saturday

Issues both at sea and on the launch pad postponed a planned SpaceX launch to the International Space Station early Friday morning. It will try again Saturday at 2:48 a.m. from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.

Florida Senate OKs strict Amendment 4 felon voting rights measure

Seeking to carry out a November constitutional amendment, the Florida Senate on Thursday passed a measure that would require repayment of financial obligations before felons' voting rights could be restored.

Pulse owners illegally transferred nightclub to hide value from massacre victims, lawsuit claims

An attorney representing survivors and family members of victims killed in the Pulse nightclub amended the negligence lawsuit to say the club's owners illegally transferred the building to another company to avoid paying out funds in a lawsuit.

Florida could lose a congressional seat, millions in funding if 2020 Census asks about citizenship

A citizenship question on the 2020 Census could cost Florida a congressional seat and millions of dollars in funding, experts predict.

Central Florida school districts uninterested in arming teachers

Central Florida school districts are unlikely to authorize armed teachers on their campuses, even if Gov. Ron DeSantis, as expected, signs a new school safety bill into law. Local educators say they want police officers to be the ones armed at their schools.

Hurricane experts warn it's not the wind, but the water that really kills

The lessons NOAA learned in its analysis of the impact hurricanes made in 2017 and 2018, such as Florence and Michael, tell a story about how water and storm surges are the real killers in the storm. NOAA plans to educate the public under future threats.

FSU coach Willie Taggart promises Orlando fans Seminoles are getting back on winning track

Florida State coach Willie Taggart promised Orlando fans the Seminoles have made progress since closing the 2018 season with a 5-7 record and are determined to get the program back on track.

Solar Bears fall to Everblades again, on verge of playoff elimination

The Orlando Solar Bears may be less than 24 hours from exiting the ECHL postseason after falling to the rival Florida Everblades on Thursday night at Amway Center.

Pride stars Ali Krieger, Ashlyn Harris and Alex Morgan chosen for U.S. Women's World Cup roster

Orlando Pride players Ali Krieger, Ashlyn Harris and Alex Morgan have been named to the U.S. women's national team roster for the 2019 Women's World Cup in France. 

Orlando City forward Tesho Akindele: Positive attitude key for subs

Orlando City forward Tesho Akindele is confident he's playing some of the best soccer of his career.

Atlético Madrid excited about chance to face MLS All-Stars at Orlando City Stadium

Atlético Madrid is looking forward to making its debut in the 2019 MLS All-Star Game at Orlando City Stadium.

Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew from 'Star Wars' dies at 74

Actor Peter Mayhew, who played shaggy, towering Chewbacca in several of the "Star Wars" films, has died, his family said Thursday. He was 74.

5 things to know about Universal's new Today Cafe

Today Cafe is set to open at Universal Studios theme park on May 16, complete with a special blend of coffee and an Al Roker appearance.

'May the Fourth' is Star Wars Day and Free Comic Book Day: Here's how to celebrate

In an intersection of nerdy holidays in a city not so far away, Star Wars Day and Free Comic Book Day both fall on May the Fourth. Here's how to celebrate in the Orlando area.

Monster Jam World Finals rumbling into Orlando's Camping World Stadium

Orlando's Camping World Stadium is hosting Monster Jam World Finals XX on May 10-11 featuring 12,000-pound trucks and daring drivers competing for the championship.

Shake, Muddle & Mix: Spice up your margarita for Cinco de Mayo

Pepe's Cantina in Winter Park offers a spicy twist on the original margarita in time for Cinco de Mayo celebrations..

Spooky Empire horror-themed convention says it had no choice but to relocate from Orlando to Tampa

The Spooky Empire convention will leave Orlando for the first time in its 17 years to set up shop in Tampa this year.

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