Friday, February 21, 2020

Murder suicide near Orlando & expensing prostitutes allegation

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

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Customs and Border Protection officer fatally shoots 3 family members, kills himself, Orange sheriff says

A US Customs and Border Protection agent killed three family members, including two children, in his home near Bithlo before dying by suicide, according to Orange County Sheriff John Mina.

Former exec at International Space Station science lab pleads guilty in tax case involving 'expensing' prostitutes

A former executive with a Melbourne-based nonprofit organization tied to the International Space Station pleaded guilty to filing a false income tax return after facing several charges that alleged he filed expense reports that covered up spending money on prostitutes and escorts.

Victory over Disney is a long shot, but mother of autistic son says trial is 'right thing for our kids'

A three-day trial that pits the mother of an autistic son against Walt Disney World concluded Thursday. The mother is seeking better access to rides for her son, who struggles to wait in long lines.

Timeshare industry could save millions in Florida taxes under proposal

The potential tax break — which has yet to be filed publicly even though the Florida Legislature is more than halfway through its 60-day session — would rewrite the rules that county property appraisers must follow when determining the value of timeshare resorts.

New Florida poll: Bloomberg beats Trump one-on-one, Biden, Sanders, Warren in dead heat with president

Former South Bend mayor Pete Buttigieg and U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar both lose to the president in Florida in head-to-head matchups, with Buttigieg getting 45% to the president's 49% and Klobuchar getting 44% to Trump's 48%.

Voters to decide whether to make it harder for citizens to amend Florida constitution

If approved by 60% of voters in the November election, it would literally be one of the last ballot measures in Florida to take effect that way.

Airbnb vacation rental preemption bill moves forward in Florida House

"We are not stifling commerce. We are pro-vacation rentals. We just would like to have a little bit of home rule authority to address some of the local needs," Poole said.

Rainbow snake spotted in Central Florida county for first time in over 50 years

A woman was hiking recently in the Ocala National Forest when she stumbled upon a a rainbow snake, the first sighting of the shy species in Marion County in over 50 years.

Ryan Newman is why NASCAR drivers are tougher than NFL players | Commentary

 

In the wake of Ryan Newman's thrilling, chilling, car-flying, death-defying wreck on the final lap of the Daytona 500, this column is a rallying cry for all of my fellow sports fans.

Watch more NASCAR.

UCF spring football game date set for April 4

The UCF spring football game is set to kick off at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4, at Spectrum Stadium.

Magic strive to stop Mavericks star Luka Doncic after all-star break

The Orlando Magic must slow down Luka Doncic and the offensive firepower of the Dallas Mavericks to start off the post-all-star break schedule with a win.

10 perfect paddles: Where to kayak, canoe and paddleboard in Central Florida

Central Florida has a number of great spots for kayaking and paddleboarding. Here are 10 options that are easy to get to from Orlando.

Delayed again: Steinmetz Hall will miss opening of arts season

The acoustic venue at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts will not be ready in time for the Philharmonic's first concert of the 2020-21 season.

First look: Regal Eagle Smokehouse has landed at Epcot

Regal Eagle Smokehouse is now open for business at Epcot. The menu at the new Walt Disney World restaurant is barbecue-based; its theme is Muppet meets Americana.

Margarita Day brings margarita deals to Orlando area

Chuy's, Tony Roma's and more offer discounts for National Margarita Day.

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