Thursday, March 5, 2020

New Markeith Loyd interrogation video & Florida coronavirus testing

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

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Markeith Loyd interrogation video shows treatment of accused cop killer after 2017 arrest

Video from the interrogation, obtained Tuesday by the Orlando Sentinel, sheds new light on Loyd's treatment by police after he was arrested Jan. 17, 2017, nine days after authorities say he shot and killed Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton outside a Walmart on Princeton Street.

Federal rules changed to allow more testing for coronavirus. Florida isn't going to follow them.

Florida will not follow new national guidelines that allow doctors to order tests for anybody they suspect of having the new coronavirus, according to health care providers briefed on the state's plan.

Police searching for suspect who stole car with 5-year-old girl inside in College Park

After locating a kidnapped girl in a stolen car in College Park, the Orlando Police Department is looking for the suspect they say took the car while the girl was sleeping inside it.

A 6-year-old had her hands zip-tied at school. Florida House passes on setting a minimum age for arresting kids

A 6-year-old was arrested at school and had her hands bound by plastic ties. Should Florida set a minimum age of arrest?

Woman dies after jumping off Disney resort building, deputies say

Orange County sheriff's deputies say a woman apparently died by suicide Wednesday after she jumped off Disney's Contemporary Resort building.

With Democrats dropping like flies, early voting can lead to wasted votes | Commentary

In the Democratic primary, thousands of Floridians have already cast votes for candidates who are no longer running

Lake uncovers 119 false voter registration forms

The Lake County Supervisor of Elections says 119 falsified voter registrations were discovered, all filed by one field operative for a third-party voter registration group called Florida First. An investigation is underway.

Downtown Orlando streets, including Orange Avenue, could become two-way

Orlando leaders to launch quest for a profound remake of downtown.

Longwood puts old 'Flea World' sign up for sale; 'One person's junk, another person's treasure'

The digital sign famous for advertising Flea World along U.S. Highway 17-92 was purchased by the city of Longwood soon after the flea market closed in 2015. But now the city says it doesn't want it and is selling it.

The super power of goats: hungry herd gobbles invasive plants in neighborhood near Windermere

"It's one of the super powers of goats," said Tammy Dunakin, founder of Rent-A-Ruminant, which leases ground-clearing goats in several states, including Florida.

SpaceX set to fly its original cargo capsule to the ISS for the last time Friday, making way for the next generation

SpaceX will have its final mission of the first version of its cargo capsule, called Dragon 1, on Friday evening. The vehicle has been flying to the International Space Station since 2012. It'll be retired after this flight to make way for a newer version of the craft, called Dragon 2.

UCF-backed BRIDG in Kissimmee ousts CEO as it continues to seek private investment

Kissimmee research facility BRIDG ousts its CEO amid funding struggles and squabbles with UCF.

Worried about coronavirus? Here are less-crowded entertainment options

With the coronavirus spreading, tourists and locals may be worried about the impact the virus will have on Orlando's theme parks. But there are local options that keep people entertained and away from crowds.

Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin join for tour heading for Orlando

Latin stars Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin are teaming up for a new tour with a stop at Orlando's Amway Center on Oct. 29.

Magic come up short as Heat too much from perimeter

Duncan Robinson and Goran Dragic combined for 52 points and 14 3-pointers as the host Miami Heat defeated the Orlando Magic 116-113 Wednesday night at AmericanAirlines Arena.

UCF basketball surrenders big lead, rallies for win over SMU

The UCF basketball team gave up a 19-point lead but adjusted just in time to escape with a win over SMU Wednesday night.

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