Embryo mix-up | Orange sheriff on immigration fraud case | DeSantis signs law banning local DEI funding | Isaacman endures criticism | Kissimmee ethics complaints | Magic set for Game 2 at Pistons

‘Biggest immigration fraud ever’: Fake Orlando legal service fleeced mostly Brazilian migrants, sheriff says • DeSantis signs Florida law banning local DEI funding, says white men are ‘disfavored’

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Orlando Sentinel Evening Update Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Stay informed — sign up for these newsletters Things to Do WEEKLY A look at entertainment and sporting events in Orlando and around Central Florida. Sign up Embryo mix-up | Orange sheriff on immigration fraud case | DeSantis signs law banning local DEI funding | Isaacman endures criticism | Kissimmee ethics complaints | Magic set for Game 2 at Pistons Embryo mix-up: Central Florida couple confirms ID of baby’s genetic parents The Melbourne couple’s brief statement did not say if the other parents will seek custody of the child and noted they still want answers about what happened to their embryos. Read more → ‘Biggest immigration fraud ever’: Fake Orlando legal service fleeced mostly Brazilian migrants, sheriff says ‘We believe there are many more [victims],” Sheriff John Mina said. Read more → DeSantis signs Florida law banning local DEI funding, says white men are ‘disfavored’ White men have been discriminated against through diversity, equity and inclusion programs, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday after signing legislation which prohibits counties and cities from funding or promoting DEI initiatives. Read more → NASA head Isaacman endures congressional criticism amid science, other cuts in proposed Trump budget NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman withstood bipartisan criticism of Trump’s proposed NASA budget. Read more → Kissimmee sends ethics complaints against mayor and commissioner to judge “We need to focus right now on getting that integrity back, that trust and that honesty, but we need the public’s help,” a commissioner said. Read more → After largely watching playoffs last year, Tristan da Silva helps Magic battle Pistons A year ago, Magic forward Tristan da Silva mostly watched from the bench during the NBA playoffs. This postseason, he plays a key role for Orlando. Read more → What’s next after Cherfilus-McCormick’s resignation: Quick special election or monthslong vacancy? Broward Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott wants Gov. Ron DeSantis to quickly set a special election to replace resigned U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. Read more → ‘He was a hero’: Dad who drowned off Cocoa Beach helped save son caught in rip current A Connecticut man who drowned last week in Cocoa Beach got caught in a rip current after saving his son, his wife said Tuesday. Read more → Spirit in bailout talks with U.S. Government for a loan involving a stake in the airline Spirit Airlines, which is struggling to exit bankruptcy court, is in talks with the U.S. Government for a major financing package to help it cope with rising jet fuel prices. Read more → 4 Central Florida restaurants shut down after health inspections The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down four Central Florida restaurants for health code violations during the week from April 12-18. Read more → Thomas Haugh’s return to Florida fueled by loss, legacy and NIL riches Thomas Haugh’s return to Florida boosts a loaded Gators roster aiming for a national title after a crushing NCAA Tournament loss. Read more →

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