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Hurricane center tracks system near Florida as Hurricane Sam, Tropical Depression Victor lose strength

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Sam finally devolved from a major hurricane Sunday after spending more than a week over Category 3 status. Meanwhile, Tropical Depression Victor continued to fall apart, but the National Hurricane Center began investigating a system closer to Florida.

Orlando Sentinel · Oct 3, 2021

Hurricane center tracks system near Florida as Hurricane Sam, Tropical Depression Victor lose strength

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Sam finally devolved from a major hurricane Sunday after spending more than a week over Category 3 status. Meanwhile, Tropical Depression Victor continued to fall apart, but the National Hurricane Center began investigating a system closer to Florida.

Orlando Sentinel · Oct 3, 2021

Family attorney says sister saw Brian Laundrie twice after his return to Florida, report says

ORLANDO, Fla. — The whereabouts of the still-missing Brian Laundrie’s movements upon his return to Florida without Gabby Petito continue to be dissected as well as statements made by his sister during the September search that ultimately led to finding Petito’s body.

Orlando Sentinel · Oct 2, 2021

Wendell Carter looks to realize high expectations as Magic big man

When the Orlando Magic announced they had signed free-agent center Robin Lopez this summer, a smile came across the face of fellow center Wendell Carter Jr.

Orlando Sentinel · Oct 1, 2021

Lawmaker’s case against DeSantis over release of COVID-19 data on hold

The public records lawsuit against the Florida Department of Health over the disappearance of detailed COVID-19 data is on hold after the plaintiff’s lead attorney suffered a family tragedy. Meanwhile, though, the state has filed motions to scuttle the case, claiming the information is both confidential and doesn’t exist in…

Orlando Sentinel · Sep 30, 2021

Port Canaveral back to making profit, projects record revenue for 2022

Port Canaveral is back in business now that cruise lines have returned to sailing, and the outlook for fiscal year 2022 is projected to be a record year.

Orlando Sentinel · Sep 29, 2021

Mo Bamba eager for redefinition with new Magic coach, season

After three seasons disrupted by injuries and the pandemic, Orlando Magic center Mo Bamba is ready to redefine himself on the court.

Orlando Sentinel · Sep 29, 2021

As Republicans draw Puerto Rican voters in Florida, Democrats try to register more of them

ORLANDO, Fla, — Every two years, Florida Democrats and independent progressive groups have talked about how they’re going all-out to register Hispanic voters, especially Puerto Ricans, and get them to the polls. And every two years, they look back on the disappointing results and promise to do better the next…

Orlando Sentinel · Sep 28, 2021

Report details abuse, racism by former Gators women's coach Cam Newbauer

Accusations of abuse and racial insensitivity by former Florida women’s basketball coach Cam Newbauer surfaced Monday during a report by The Independent Florida Alligator.

Orlando Sentinel · Sep 28, 2021

FSU coach Mike Norvell passionately defends direction of program after 0-4 start

With Florida State off to its worst start in 47 years, Seminoles coach Mike Norvell spoke vehemently when asked how he’s been able to sell recruits on the direction of the struggling program.

Orlando Sentinel · Sep 27, 2021