Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Faked abduction & teen cyclist's arrest

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February 12, 2020

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Apopka father made up story about 3-year-old daughter's abduction after girl's mother took her, police say

The father who claimed his 3-year-old daughter was snatched from their Apopka home Monday — the kidnappers getting away from him only after a highway chase across counties — actually made up the story after learning the girl's mother had taken her while he was at work, police said Tuesday.

Video shows Seminole County deputy arresting teenage cyclist

Video footage from the arrest of an 18-year-old cyclist in Seminole County that drew outrage from the bicycling community this weekend shows the deputy handcuffing the teen within seconds of pulling him over — but overall, the encounter does appear to match the deputy's narrative.

Sanford man with long record of stalking women, exposing himself arrested again

A man with a long history of following, harassing and exposing himself to women and girls is in the Seminole County jail again, accused of masturbating in his back yard.

Split Oak verdict stands for now, but foes vow fight

Orange County commissioners Tuesday rejected an appeal to reconsider their support for the Central Florida Expressway Authority's plan to run a toll road through the pristine conservation area called the Split Oak Forest.

'Hey, Alexa!' Orange County's new Amazon program answers some questions, botches others | Commentary

'What the heck, Alexa?' Orange County's new Q-and-A program on Amazon offers some weird responses to citizen questions.

Democrats try again to ban discrimination in private schools that take Florida vouchers

Two Democratic lawmakers are trying again to prohibit private schools that take Florida scholarships from discriminating against gay and transgender students.

In 'Blackfish' lawsuit, SeaWorld reaches $65 million settlement

SeaWorld says it has reached a $65 million settlement to end a longtime lawsuit over "Blackfish."

Disney World raises prices on some annual passes

Walt Disney World raises ticket prices for some annual passes.

UCF DC Randy Shannon becomes highest paid Group of 5 assistant coach as Knights' salaries climb

UCF defensive coordinator Randy Shannon became the highest-paid assistant coach among Group of 5 programs and ranks No. 24 nationally after a bump in salary kicked in on Feb. 1.

FSU to face LSU in Orlando to kick off 2023 season

Florida State has scheduled a pair of future neutral-site games with LSU including one at Camping World Stadium set to open the 2023 football season.

A fair time: Festivals and fun coming to Central Florida

The Sunshine State's mild winter is perfect for state and county fairs, festivals and other fun events that pop up all around Central Florida. Here's a list to help navigate all of the area's offerings.

Pollo Tropical celebrates Galentine's Day with BOGO desserts

Galentine's Day, from sitcom "Parks & Recreation," gets recognition from Pollo Tropical with two-for-one desserts on Feb. 13.

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