Central Florida

CEO Michelle Sperzel discusses domestic violence indicators with WESH 2 News, highlighting critical resources for victim safety and community awareness efforts.

Residents across Central Florida participate in remembrance events marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, honoring victims and reflecting on community resilience.

Central Florida enters a dangerous heat wave as Marion and Flagler counties receive a rare Extreme Heat Warning. Peak heat index values are forecast to reach between 110 and 115 degrees on Tuesday, with scattered severe thunderstorms expected in the afternoon.

Central Florida voters participated in primaries on Aug. 18 to select candidates for governor, Congress and local offices including Orange County mayor and Seminole GOP primary.

Orlando first responders conduct specialized trauma training to handle increasing severe injuries from e-bike crashes, improving coordination with local hospitals and enhancing community safety protocols.

Medical professionals in Central Florida are issuing warnings to parents and coaches regarding increased injury rates among student athletes as the fall sports season begins across the state.

Forty-nine individuals arrested in coordinated raids targeting drug networks distributing fentanyl and meth across Central Florida counties including Volusia, Orange and Flagler.

Five Central Florida natives have qualified for the 'American Ninja Warrior' Eastern Regional Finals on NBC, highlighting local athletic prowess in obstacle course racing.

National Hurricane Center monitors developing systems in Gulf and Atlantic as moisture increases across Florida with 40-70% rain chance this weekend.

Five local athletes from Orlando, Windermere, Ocala, and Gotha qualify for NBC’s 'American Ninja Warrior' Eastern Regional Finals after strong performances in qualifying rounds.

Police in Central Florida launch a new operation focused on school zone safety. The campaign targets drivers who ignore crosswalk laws to protect students returning to classrooms across the region.

Law enforcement agencies in Central Florida have launched 'Operation Best Foot Forward' to enhance student safety by strictly enforcing crosswalk laws and traffic regulations as schools reopen.