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Record number of Floridians hitting the road for Fourth of July

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Hot and humid Friday gives way to wetter weekend in Central Florida

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FHP: Orlando man killed in Hernando County traffic crash

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‘Pack your patience’: Holiday travelers hit the roads and take to the skies

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Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks in Central Florida

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Travelers wait several hours for luggage at Orlando International Airport after mechanical failure

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Rise in scams targeting 4th of July celebrations, says Better Business Bureau

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Orange County Sheriff releases body cam of deadly officer-involved shooting of knife-wielding woman

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Over half of America under life-threatening heat dome

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Record number of Floridians hitting the road for Fourth of July

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Fireworks and festivities await at ‘Red Hot & Boom’ in Altamonte Springs

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Man accused in Orange County bus stop shooting pleads not guilty to attempted murder charge

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Morning Forecast: Friday, July 3, 2026

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‘Pack your patience’: Holiday travelers hit the roads and take to the skies

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Travelers wait several hours for luggage at Orlando International Airport after mechanical failure

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Rise in scams targeting 4th of July celebrations, says Better Business Bureau

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Local man frustrated trying to cancel extended warranty

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Local business owner arrested following Action 9 investigation

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Homeowners say Central Florida roofing company took thousands for new roofs, then disappeared

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Customers out thousands of dollars after Central Florida business takes money and closes

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