Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Controversial Orange teacher deal approved & Democrats to debate in Miami

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

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Orange school board approves controversial salary package for teachers

The Orange County School Board approved a salary plan for teachers that many argue will lower take-home pay, thanks to steep increases in health insurance costs.

First Democratic presidential debate kicks off tonight in Miami

The 2020 Democratic presidential primary campaign kicks off tonight with the first of two nights of debate in Miami. The events will air live on NBC, MSNBC and Telemundo at 9 tonight and Thursday.

Florida climate change story will be told by state newspapers, public radio in new collaboration

Climate change in Florida and its impact on the Sunshine State will be the focus of reporting by five leading Florida newspapers, including the Orlando Sentinel, and public radio station WLRN as part of a new cooperative network.

Rosen Resorts: We won't fund Florida's anti-gay schools | Commentary

Florida's voucher-school program allows LGBT discrimination. Some of the companies that help fund the program had no idea - and don't like it, Sentinel columnist Scott Maxwell writes.

Uber makes checking rider's age a driver's job. After girl's death, some don't want that responsibility

Since a 12-year-old girl killed herself after riding an Uber to downtown Orlando, drivers with the ride-share service have told the Orlando Sentinel the problem of underage riders is commonplace despite the service's policies.

Apollo 11 scammers are flooding internet with fake collectibles ahead of anniversary

As the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing approaches, sellers and scammers are out in full force trying to profit from the nostalgia around the anniversary.

Special counsel Robert Mueller will testify publicly before House panels July 17 after being subpoenaed

Democrats say Robert Mueller has agreed to testify publicly before the House Judiciary and intelligence committees after both panels issued subpoenas to him.

Lightning strike likely sparked fire at Orange apartment complex, officials say

Orange County Fire Rescue crews responded to an apartment fire in Goldenrod on Tuesday night.

Criticism of Orlando Magic draft pick Chuma Okeke is based on sheer ignorance | Commentary

Fans and most media should not question the Orlando Magic's brain trust regarding their selection of Orlando Magic draft pick Chuma Okeke, who tore his ACL while playing for Auburn in the NCAA Tournament, Sentinel columnist Mike Bianchi writes. After all, they watch a lot more college basketball than anyone else. 

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