news
La Vaughn Belle's Installation Opens at Rollins Museum This Week
The outdoor work examines colonial history through architecture and memory in a new Orlando presentation.
News
News · Orlando
The latest published stories from Orlando.
⌁ AI Trend Intelligence
finance
S&P 500 Today: Orlando Investor Market Update
S&P 500 fell 1.16% today. Latest stock market news, gold prices, and what market decline means for Orlando investors' retirement savings and pension balances.
wellness
Orlando Tackles Loneliness Epidemic With Community Mental Health Programs
Orlando residents facing rising isolation are finding relief through structured community programs that treat social ties as a core part of mental health care.
Politics
Orange County Voters Decide Half-Cent Sales Tax for Transit Expansion
Voters will decide on a half-cent sales tax increase that would direct revenue to bus expansions and road repairs in specific Orlando corridors starting in 2027.
Politics
Florida Homestead Freeze Bill Limits Orlando Property Tax Growth
The measure limits annual property tax assessment growth for homesteaded homes in Orlando, directly affecting monthly household outlays on taxes, insurance and utilities.
wellness
Lap Swimmers Are Ditching the Gym Pool for Orlando's Best Outdoor Aquatic Spots
From Cady Way to the sprawling Aquatic Center on Bruton, the city's outdoor pools offer a serious workout, and a dose of Florida sun, for free or close to it.
wellness
Orlando Schools Launch Mindfulness Programs Across Winter Park, Downtown Charters
From Winter Park classrooms to downtown charter schools, Orlando educators are weaving meditation and mindfulness into the school day, and the results are catching administrators' attention.
wellness
Orlando Experts Reveal Why Environment Beats Willpower for Phone-Free Hours
Orlando wellness experts say the key isn't willpower, it's engineering your environment so the screen never stands a chance.
finance
S&P 500 rose 1.24% as global markets advance
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Orlando investors and retirement balances.
culture
Orlando's Artists Redefine City Identity Beyond Theme Parks
From the corridors of Loch Haven Park to the revitalized streets of downtown, local creators are redefining the city's identity beyond the theme park gates.
wellness
GP, psychologist or counsellor: How to pick the right mental health professional when stress peaks
Orlando's wellness culture runs deep, but knowing which door to knock on first can save you time, money, and months of spinning your wheels.
wellness
Orlando's Heat, Light, and Noise Destroy Sleep Quality for Most Residents
Florida's summer heat and a city that rarely goes quiet create a perfect storm for poor sleep, and local wellness experts say most residents are fighting the wrong battles at bedtime.
wellness
Orlando Wellness Experts Reveal Why Timing Transforms Naps Into Energy
Orlando's wellness community is rethinking the afternoon snooze, and the science says timing is everything.
wellness
Orlando Residents Discover Which Mental Health Professional Helps First
Orlando's growing mental health system offers more options than ever, but most residents don't know which door to knock on when stress tips into something heavier.
wellness
Wind Down Right: The Sleep Science Behind Orlando's Best Bedtime Routines
Researchers say what you do in the 90 minutes before bed matters more than how long you actually sleep, and local wellness studios are taking that seriously.
news
Orlando Heat Protection Law: What HB 433 Means for Workers
Florida's HB 433 blocks Orlando-area governments from requiring employers to provide water breaks, shade, and cooling measures for outdoor workers in construction and agriculture.
property
Orlando Home Prices Surge While Condo Values Lag Behind
Orlando single-family homes and condominiums are showing separate price paths that affect where buyers can find value this summer.
wellness
Your Brain on Mindfulness: What the Science Actually Shows
Researchers have mapped what happens inside the brain during meditation practice, and the findings are reshaping how Orlando's wellness community talks about mental fitness.
property
Orlando Suburbs Now Offer Cheaper Mortgages Than Rent Payments
A shift in Central Florida's housing calculus means first-time buyers in several outer communities are paying less each month with a mortgage than they would handing a check to a landlord.
finance
S&P 500 Gains 0.72% as Global Markets Rally Forward
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Orlando investors and retirement balances.
news
Orlando Utility Costs Rise as Colonial Drive Development Sparks Debate
From rising utility costs to a contested development on Colonial Drive, here's why this summer's local headlines hit closer to home than most residents realize.
news
Orlando's Housing Crisis: Tourism Boom Drives Rents Up, Residents Out
New city data released this week puts hard figures on the pressures Orlando households are feeling from tourism growth, housing costs, and infrastructure strain.
wellness
Leashes, Lunges, and Friendships: Orlando's Dog-Friendly Parks Are the New Fitness Studios
Across the city, dog owners are turning morning walks into workout communities, and the parks that welcome both pets and pull-ups are quietly becoming Orlando's most valuable wellness infrastructure.
lifestyle
Orlando's Top 5 Districts Blend Historic Character With Local Commerce
Beyond the theme park gates, Orlando’s residential corridors are defining a new identity for the city through historic preservation and local commerce.
lifestyle
Orlando Residents Discover Best Brunch Spots Beyond Theme Parks
From the historic charm of downtown to the hidden culinary gems of the Milk District, here is where to find the city's finest morning meals.
property
Build-to-Rent Developments Gain Ground in Orlando: What They Offer Tenants
Purpose-built rentals are reshaping the affordability debate for tenants choosing between renting and buying in Central Florida.
lifestyle
Locals Reveal 5 Must-Do Orlando Weekend Events Before Crowds Arrive
Residents who navigate the city's calendar every week point to specific venues and start times worth prioritizing before crowds build.
wellness
Breathwork for Stress Relief in Orlando: Instant Calm Techniques
Learn how Orlando workers use targeted breathing exercises to manage stress between meetings. Find same-day breathwork classes downtown and in Thornton Park.
wellness
Orlando Parks Expand Safe Cycling Routes Across Two Major Sites
Orlando Parks and Recreation has added protected lanes and beginner loops at two key sites to support family rides this summer.
Politics
Orlando City Council Directs $3.2 Million to Food Assistance, Youth Programs
The amendment directs $3.2 million toward expanded food assistance and youth outreach in Orlando neighborhoods.