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Florida ‘anti-riot’ law is unconstitutional, federal lawsuit contends

ORLANDO, Fla. — An Orlando civil rights attorney filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday against Gov. Ron DeSantis, Attorney General Ashley Moody and Orange County Sheriff John Mina in what may be the first legal challenge against Florida’s new “anti-riot” law.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 21, 2021

Editorial: Pandering to the base: Florida protects Confederate holidays, makes felons of protesters

We’re just days away from an official Florida holiday that honors the war dead.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 21, 2021

Magic drop third straight as Hawks dominate rebounding

The Orlando Magic struggled in the rebounding game and absorbed a 112-96 loss Tuesday to the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 21, 2021

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Boeing now aims for August or September for redo of Starliner test launch to ISS

The redo of the uncrewed test launch of the Boeing CST-100 Starliner to the International Space Station is now targeting either an August or September liftoff from Cape Canaveral.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 20, 2021

Florida Gov. DeSantis signs ‘anti-riot’ bill into law, sparking outcry from Democrats, civil rights groups

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Florida’s “anti-riot” bill into law Monday, a measure that vastly increases law enforcement’s powers to crack down on civil unrest.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 20, 2021

Visitors hurt at Disney World, Universal Orlando and Aquatica, theme park injury report reveals

ORLANDO, Fla. – Earlier this year, a 25-year-old woman suffered a “hip injury” while going down an Aquatica Orlando water slide and a 42-year-old woman passed out on Universal’s Incredible Hulk Coaster when her blood pressure dropped.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 19, 2021

Florida Gov. DeSantis signs controversial ‘anti-riot’ bill into law

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Florida’s controversial “anti-riot” bill into law on Monday, a measure that vastly increases law enforcement’s powers to crack down on civil unrest.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 19, 2021

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NASA pulls off first Martian liftoff of ‘Ingenuity’ helicopter

Early Monday morning, a team of NASA scientists awaited the results of its first attempt to fly a vehicle off the surface of Mars.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 19, 2021

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay opening 2 live shows next month

TAMPA, Fla. — Busch Gardens Tampa Bay theme park will reintroduce live, indoor shows to its entertainment lineup in late May, including an ice-skating production, the company announced Thursday.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 19, 2021

Need to rent a car in Florida? US shortage of vehicles means you could pay up to $500 a day

ORLANDO, Fla. — Ra Brave arrived last week with his wife and son at the Orlando International Airport for a five-day stay. But after a year with most Americans avoiding long-distance travel, the real estate agent from Baltimore discovered a new challenge: getting around in the city.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 19, 2021

Rockets edge Magic in battle of futility

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Houston Rockets proved to be the best in a battle of two of the NBA’s worst teams, defeating the Orlando Magic 114-110 Sunday at Amway Center.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 19, 2021

Magic falter in 2nd half en route to 113-102 loss to Raptors

The Orlando Magic just can’t seem to solve the Toronto Raptors. Of course, the Magic probably didn’t expect Paul Watson to play more like Paul Pierce.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 17, 2021

Mike Bianchi: Why are Florida politicians trying to ban transgender athletes who aren’t even a problem?

ORLANDO, Fla. — Leave it to our pandering politicians in Tallahassee to find a solution when there is no problem.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 17, 2021

NASA chooses SpaceX Starship for lunar landing partner

NASA announced Friday it would partner with SpaceX as its sole contractor for a human landing system for its Artemis missions to return humans to the moon.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 17, 2021

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Orlando Sentinel · Apr 16, 2021

Following spring break, Florida’s COVID variant cases explode

ORLANDO, Fla. – One month after the peak of Florida’s spring break, the number of residents infected with more infectious mutated strains of COVID-19 has exploded, rising six-fold since mid-March and leaving 122 people hospitalized.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 15, 2021

Group sues Darden Restaurants, claiming tipped minimum wage brings harassment, discrimination

An organization that wants to eliminate the tipped minimum wage is suing Orlando-based Darden Restaurants, arguing the tipped wage increases sexual harassment and creates a gap in wages between employees of color and white employees.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 15, 2021

Magic showcase balance, beat Bulls to end 6-game skid

The Orlando Magic’s balance was enough to push them past the Chicago Bulls’ two All-Stars.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 14, 2021

Florida AD Scott Stricklin: Gators to be at full capacity for fall sporting events

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin said he anticipates Gators football games having fans at full capacity during the 2021 season.

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Orlando Sentinel · Apr 14, 2021

Records show former Florida tax collector Joel Greenberg doled out contracts to politicians, strategists tied to figures in state’s political scandals

ORLANDO, Fla. — Before he resigned in disgrace last year, Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg doled out dubious contracts to a number of Republican politicians, political strategists and other allies, many with links to the scandals that have rocked Florida politics this month, according to audit documents, emails and…

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 14, 2021

Magic sign Donta Hall to add frontcourt depth, make other roster moves

The Orlando Magic officially signed forward/center Donta Hall to a 10-day contract, the team announced Tuesday.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 14, 2021

Former Florida official has been cooperating with feds since last year in Matt Gaetz sex trafficking probe, report says

ORLANDO, Fla. — Joel Greenberg, the disgraced former Seminole County tax collector facing a slew of federal charges, has been cooperating with investigators since last year and has revealed alleged paid sex encounters involving himself and U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, The New York Times reported Tuesday.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 13, 2021

Disney’s inclusion push includes updated rules on tattoos, jewelry, hair for cast members

Walt Disney World workers soon may look different thanks to changes in the Disney Look, the company’s long-standing appearance guide. Visitors may see tattoos, fingernail polish and newly allowed hairstyles for the first time in Disney theme parks.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 13, 2021

Editorial: Imagine if Derek Chauvin’s identity had been kept secret, now say hello to Florida

We’ve written plenty about what the Florida Legislature should not be doing this year.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 13, 2021

Dismal first half does in Magic as they fall to Spurs for sixth straight loss

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic’s recent offensive struggles followed them into the finale of a four-game homestand as they fell 120-97 to the San Antonio Spurs in front of a crowd of 3,107 Monday night at Amway Center.

Orlando Sentinel · Apr 12, 2021

Florida reports lowest daily coronavirus case total since October

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s resident death toll from coronavirus rose to 34,056 with the addition of 35 more reported fatalities on Monday while also adding 1,613 more positive COVID-19 cases to bring the total to 2,125,846.

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