Tuesday, July 20, 2021

15-year-old killed in Ocoee & Orlando budget sees increase in spending

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Good morning, it's Tuesday, July 20. Today in Orlando, it will be mostly clear with a high of 91° and a low of 75°. Get hour-by-hour temperatures here.

15-year-old shot, killed in Ocoee neighborhood

A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed Monday in Ocoee and deputies are looking for answers, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Proposed nearly $1.5 billion Orlando budget sees small bump in spending

Orlando city commissioners were briefed on a proposed nearly $1.5 billion budget – a slight increase over last year's $1.4 billion budget.

DeSantis keeps up CDC cruise fight despite latest setback

Gov. Ron DeSantis says Florida will go to the U.S. Supreme Court if necessary to fight a court ruling recognizing that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has authority over cruise lines.

As COVID infections spike, Orange County mayor Demings urges vaccinations, masks in crowded spaces

COVID-19 infections soared with nearly 2,000 new cases in Orange County. Demings pleaded with citizens to get vaccinated and wear masks.

DeSantis blames 'quote-unquote experts' for public distrust of COVID-19 vaccines

Gov. Ron DeSantis wouldn't commit to holding more events promoting COVID-19 vaccinations and blamed public distrust of "experts" as the main reason why more people haven't gotten...

3 Central Florida spots make Buzzfeed contributor's small-town vacation wish list

A blogger included three Central Florida cities in a must-go list for Florida vacation destinations that she published on Buzzfeed.

Dan Mullen and Gators: Bring on UCF!!! | Commentary

Gators coach Dan Mullen says that he actually lobbied to play UCF.

F1 condemns racist abuse of Lewis Hamilton following crash

Mercedes, Formula One and its governing body the FIA have issued a joint statement condemning the online racist abuse aimed at Lewis Hamilton

Peyton Manning teams up with brother Eli and ESPN for MNF MegaCast

ESPN has finally landed Peyton Manning as a "Monday Night Football" commentator.

Florida summer: 10 ways to stay cool when it's hot out

It's hot outside during Florida's summers; here are 10 suggestions for keeping cool amid the oppressive heat.

Ask Amy Drew: What are tomatillos and how do I use them?

They're small and green and kinda cute. Moreover, tomatillos are tangy and bright and easier to incorporate into familiar recipes than you think.

With new leaders, Bay Street Players look to their challenges

In just a few months, the leadership and staff at Bay Street Players in Eustis have changed dramatically: Nearly every board member is new; outside of artistic director Carlos Francisco Asse,...

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