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Dragon progress resumes toward mating with space station

By Scott Powers , Orlando Sentinel — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:11:31 GMT

The SpaceX Dragon is almost ready for a historic berthing with the International Space Station but multiple delays have pushed back that event several hours.

Homeless man stole golf cart at knifepoint in nudist resort, deputies say

By Kevin P. Connolly, Orlando Sentinel — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:47:38 GMT

A homeless man armed with knife is accused of stealing a golf cart from a resident in a nudist resort in Kissimmee after robbing a nearby Lowe's home-improvement store, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said.

Mother: Michelle Parker's twins seem unhappy with dad

By Arelis R. Hernández, Orlando Sentinel — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:37:00 GMT

Michelle Parker's mother spoke out on the Today Show this morning saying her twin grandchildren look unhappy with their father Dale Smith and she wants greater visitation rights.

Report: New video shows Zimmerman at Sanford PD days after shooting Trayvon

From the Web — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:32:00 GMT

CNN has obtained new surveillance video of George Zimmerman with a bandage on the back of his head as he walks up stairs in the Sanford Police Department three days after he fatally shot Trayvon Martin, baynews9.com is reporting.

Gov. Scott talks about elephant faux pas with Spain's king

By Laura Wides-Munoz, The Associated Press — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:02:00 GMT

MIAMI — Florida Gov. Rick Scott decided not to ignore the elephant in the room upon returning Thursday from a weeklong trade mission to Spain.

Orlando police: 2 murder suspects die in crash while fleeing

Susan Jacobson , Orlando Sentinel — Fri, 25 May 2012 11:44:00 GMT

Two murder suspects were killed and three other people were critically hurt in a car crash Thursday night as they fled from Orlando police, investigators said.

Report: Man beaten in Orange County home invasion

Fri, 25 May 2012 11:40:00 GMT

A 61-year-old man was beaten, bound and robbed by two masked gunmen that broke into his Orange County home Friday morning while he was sleeping, Clickorlando.com is reporting.

Weather: Brilliant start to Memorial Day weekend in store

By Arelis R. Hernández, Orlando Sentinel — Fri, 25 May 2012 09:40:58 GMT

Mother Nature is offering up a hot and sunny start to the Memorial Day weekend in Central Florida.

Lingering in airplane bathroom leads to questions from FBI for Orlando-bound Muslims

Susan Jacobson , Orlando Sentinel — Fri, 25 May 2012 02:10:00 GMT

The director of Orlando Sanford International Airport said Thursday that a cultural misunderstanding over a bathroom ritual led to a group of Muslims being escorted off an airplane and questioned by the FBI.

Disney, Universal ads appear next to sex links

By Walter Pacheco , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 23:45:00 GMT

Walt Disney World ads featuring Mickey Mouse promoting travel and hotel deals ran alongside online links for sex shops, nudist resorts and other adult services, a report released Thursday shows.

George Zimmerman's attorney wants time to review records

By Jeff Weiner , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Mark O'Mara wants a 30-day period to review evidence in the case before it is made public

On the events of Feb. 26, the state and defense in the case against George Zimmerman are far apart: Zimmerman's lawyers say he shot 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in self-defense, prosecutors say it was murder.

Legal fight likely looms over identifying witnesses in Zimmerman case

By Jeff Weiner and Rene Stutzman , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 22:46:00 GMT

If George Zimmerman goes to trial in the shooting of Trayvon Martin, a jury will be asked to determine whether the teen's death was a result of self-defense or murder. Anyone who saw or heard part of the deadly conflict could prove vital as jurors seek to piece together who was responsible.

Workforce board picks new CEO

By Jim Stratton , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 22:40:29 GMT

Workforce Central Florida board members want a Connecticut workforce development administrator to become agency's new president and CEO.

Deliberations continue tomorrow in phone cord strangling murder trial

By Jeff Weiner , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:46:44 GMT

Deliberation began today in the murder trial of a man accused of strangling his girlfriend to death at an extended-stay motel.

Mobile TV coming to Orlando this summer

By Walter Pacheco , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 21:41:41 GMT

Central Florida customers of MetroPCS could soon be watching some of their favorite television shows, local news and live sporting events on their smartphones for free.

Third-grade reading scores fall for tougher FCAT, worst in 12 years

By Leslie Postal , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:57:55 GMT

More of Florida's third graders struggled with reading this year than in the past dozen years, thanks to revised FCAT exams and a tougher scoring system, results released this morning showed.

FHP: Doctor arrested on DUI charge spits blood into eyes of trooper

Susan Jacobson , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:29:58 GMT

A doctor was arrested this week on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs after he nearly sideswiped a Florida Highway Patrol captain's car, banged his head on the inside of a patrol car and spat blood into a sergeant's face, a report shows.

3 at Stetson rental charged after guns, pills and pot found

By Kevin P. Connolly, Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:01:00 GMT

Three men face a slew of charges after investigators with a search warrant found drugs, cash and guns in a rental house at Stetson University in DeLand, the Volusia County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.

Darden shuffles jobs at Orlando HQ

By Sandra Pedicini , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:57:33 GMT

Orlando-based Darden Restaurants is restructuring its corporate office, with 40 employees moved into new jobs or being told they'll have to apply for other ones.

Hitting the beach or planning a cookout? Tips for your holiday weekend

By Amy Pavuk , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:42:00 GMT

If you're headed to the beach, boating or plan on grilling out this Memorial Day weekend, there are plenty of potential outdoor hazards to be mindful of.

Alabama high school football coach, son killed in SR 520 crash

By Arelis R. Hernández, Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:40:00 GMT

Stacy Watters, 38 was killed along with his 10-year-old son, Quentin Watters. Another son, Jai Watters, is in critical condition, troopers said.

An Alabama high school football coach was killed along with his 10-year-old son while his youngest son suffered critical injuries in a two-vehicle crash this morning at State Road 520 and Taylor Creek Road in east Orange County.

Lawyer: 'Casey Anthony has been served' with subpoena in defamation case

By Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:36:56 GMT

Casey Anthony has been served with a subpoena to appear in the defamation case against her, according to Orlando attorney Matt Morgan.

FDLE: Man posed as real estate agent, took down payments on homes not for sale

By Amy Pavuk , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:21:00 GMT

Florida Department of Law Enforcement agents say a Central Florida man posed as a real estate agent and collected down payments on homes that were not for sale.

2 charged in slaying of man at Mobil gas station

By Arelis Hernandez , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 18:25:21 GMT

Curtis Walden, 23, was inadvertently killed by a stray bullet fired by his friend during a fight last week.

Two men who intended to help their buddy during fight at an Orlando gas station ended up being charged Thursday in their friend's death.

Malcom Thompson fires top aide at Osceola courthouse

By Henry Pierson Curtis , Orlando Sentinel — Thu, 24 May 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Finance director accused of illegally taping employee conversation

KISSIMMEE – Osceola Clerk of Court Malcom Thompson fired the head of courthouse finances this week, less than 24 hours after media outlets requested records of a months' old employee complaint.