Convenience Big Store: SpaceX launch & Disney gondolas report

Orlando Sentinel - Morning Report - Marquee_Dynamic

Good morning, it's Friday, April 23. Today in Orlando, it will be clear with a high of 80° and a low of 60°. Get hour-by-hour temperatures here.

4 astronauts launch from Kennedy Space Center in a recycled SpaceX capsule

An hour before sunrise today, four astronauts launched from Florida for SpaceX's third crewed mission to the International Space Station.

Disney Skyliner gondolas seen damaged after they 'banged into each other': report

A visitor to Walt Disney World posted to social media an image of the Disney Skyliner gondolas damaged after two of them reportedly "banged into each other."

Florida gopher tortoise probe alleges unreported deaths, risky conditions for threatened species

Florida wildlife authorities are investigating alleged violations of gopher tortoise protections, involving tortoise deaths and falsified permit information. The reptiles are a...

Sheriff: Children removed from Florida home filled with trash, roaches, feces

Three children, including a newborn, were removed from a Florida home and their parents arrested on felony charges after deputies said they found "deplorable conditions" in the...

Rejoice, little burger fans: Orlando's White Castle set to open May 3

White Castle has set a date for its first full restaurant in Florida since the 1960s.

Orlando's Exploria Stadium selected as host venue for 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup

Exploria Stadium was selected as one of nine venues to host the Concacaf Gold Cup this summer, bringing the top international competition on the continent to Orlando.

Orlando area high school scores and top performers from Thursday, April 22

Among the local postseason winners on Thursday were St. Cloud, Dr. Phillips and Timber Creek in flag football and Hagerty, Winter Park and Lake Highland Prep in girls lacrosse.

Florida Fresh Air: Moss Park provides hiking, camping, lakefront views in Orlando

The 1,551-acre Moss Park connects with Split Oak Forest and provides opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, paddling and wildlife viewing.

Disney adapts program to bring art and animals to children's hospitals

Walt Disney World has developed a new virtual program to continue bringing educational, animal-inspired experiences to children in local hospitals.

Things to do this week and weekend in Orlando and Central Florida

There are so many things to do in Central Florida on any given weekend that it can be overwhelming. Here's a guide to help you decide what to do. This list is updated weekly with events and...