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Here’s why officials say Asian Americans are the fastest growing population in Central Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. – As we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, News 6 wanted to take a closer look at this growing population and why they chose to make Central Florida home.

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Bill Nelson sworn in as NASA Administrator

Vice President Kamala Harris’ first act as Chair of the National Space Council was swearing in Bill Nelson as the NASA Administrator Monday morning, reports News 6 partner Florida Today.

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Orlando Magic coach Steve Clifford clears NBA COVID protocols, nears return

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando Magic coach Steve Clifford will return to the court this week after testing positive for the coronavirus a couple of weeks ago, according to a team representative.

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Orlando El Presidente supermarket hosts COVID-19 vaccine event

ORLANDO, Fla. – One of Orlando’s largest grocers dedicated to Latin foods is hosting a pop-up coronavirus vaccine event Monday with single-dose shots.

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Deltona woman took husband’s guns to prevent him from hurting boyfriend then shot him herself, deputies say

DELTONA, Fla. – A Deltona woman accused of attempting to kill her boyfriend admitted to responding deputies she shot him but said it was not intentional, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

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Body found near Clermont ID’d as missing Orange County woman

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – A body discovered last week in Lake County has been identified as a missing Orange County woman, deputies said.

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WATCH LIVE: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in St. Petersburg

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Monday morning in St. Petersburg.

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Is it against the law to watch TV while driving in Florida?

ORLANDO, Fla. – News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero answers viewer questions and shares tips about the rules of the road, helping Central Florida residents become better drivers by being better educated.

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World’s largest White Castle opens in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – There’s a new castle in Central Florida.

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Gas prices in Florida sink to lowest level in 8 weeks

ORLANDO, Fla. – There’s some good news for drivers when it comes to prices at the pump.

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US Rep. Charlie Crist expected to announce another bid for Florida governor

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, the former Republican governor of Florida who’s now a Democratic congressman, is expected to announce another run for governor.

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Trial set for man accused in 1984 slaying of Navy recruit Pamela Cahanes in Seminole County

SANFORD, Fla. – Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday in the trial of Thomas Garner, who’s accused of killing Navy recruit Pamela Cahanes in Seminole County in 1984.

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Nurses, doctor help ‘lucky’ mom who gives birth on flight to Hawaii

HONOLULU – A doctor and a team of neonatal medical professionals were in the right place at the right time — helping a Utah woman deliver her baby onboard an hourslong flight to Hawaii.

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1 dead, several injured in Orlando crash involving semi-truck, police say

ORLANDO, Fla. – One person died and several others were injured after a crash involving a semi-truck overnight Sunday, according to the Orlando Police Department.

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Akindele scores 33 seconds in; Orlando City beats Cincinnati

ORLANDO, Fla. – Tesho Akindele scored the fastest goal in club history and Orlando City beat Cincinnati 3-0 on Saturday night.

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AAPI Heritage Month: Celebrating Central Florida’s Asian American and Pacific Islander community

ORLANDO, Fla. – Traces of Central Florida’s great and diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander population can be found everywhere—in our restaurants, businesses, college campuses and government offices.

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Brooks has 20 as poor-shooting Grizzlies defeat Magic 92-75

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Dillon Brooks scored 20 points, Jonas Valanciunas added 14 points and 15 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Orlando Magic 92-75 on Friday as both teams shot poorly.

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State senator, Farm Share distribute food for nearly 500 families in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – People in Orange County were able to get some relief as free food and supplies were given out on Vineland Road at Live Church, next to Holy Land Experience, Friday.

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Teenager shot during disturbance in Orlando, police say

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando police say a teenager was shot during a disturbance involving a group of juveniles Friday afternoon.

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Man arrested in Orlando accused of attacking Capitol officer during riot

ORLANDO, Fla. – A 10 count indictment accuses a man arrested in Orlando of assaulting a Capitol police officer during the insurrection in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 6.

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'We're going to protect our girls": Governor to sign transgender sports bill

TALLAHASSEE - Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says he plans to sign a controversial transgender sports bill that's on his desk. The governor confirmed his intentions during a town hall in Orlando hosted by FOX News' Laura Ingraham.Reporter: "Are you going to sign it?"DeSantis: "Oh yeah, we're going to protect our girls.

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Man driving scooter killed in crash on Colonial Drive in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – A man driving a scooter was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Colonial Drive in Orlando on Wednesday.

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Toronto FC gets full Florida experience when alligator interrupts practice

Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC got the full Florida experience on Monday when an alligator interrupted practice.

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A sneak peek behind the world’s largest White Castle in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – The world’s largest free-standing White Castle gave a sneak peek behind the castle walls as preparations are underway for its grand opening.

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Family of Orlando teen killed wants justice, calls for an end to gun violence

ORLANDO, Fla. – The family of a teenager shot and killed Sunday honored their loved one by releasing balloons and calling for an end to gun violence.

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Central Florida reports drop in vaccine demand as state adds more than 3,600 new COVID-19 cases

ORLANDO, Fla. – The FEMA-backed vaccination sites across Florida resumed the use of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine on Sunday but were met with low demand for the shots.

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Accused Capitol rioter in custody in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – A man accused of taking part in the riot at the U.S. Capitol earlier this year has been taken into custody in Orlando, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

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16-year-old boy killed in Orlando shooting, police say

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando police say a 16-year-old boy died after he was shot and dropped off at an apartment over the weekend.

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Super low turnout: 90% of Johnson & Johnson vaccines unused at Central Florida FEMA site

ORLANDO, Fla. – Turnout was so low for the Johnson & Johnson single-shot vaccine at a Central Florida FEMA-run site that about 90% of the daily supply went unused following a 11-day pause, health officials said.

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‘She’s given so much:’ Orlando city commissioner teams up with community partners to give senior resident new roof

ORLANDO, Fla. – An Orlando city commissioner is calling on the community to help repair a senior resident’s home after it went into disrepair during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Find a Central Florida drop-off site near you for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

ORLANDO, Fla. – The annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day returns Saturday to provide an opportunity to dispose of unwanted or unused prescription drugs.

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Nani scores on a backheel in 79th, Orlando ties Sporting KC

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Nani scored on a backheel shot in the 79th minute to help Orlando City tie Sporting Kansas City 1-1 on Friday night.

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‘The struggle is real:’ Orlando restaurant owner can’t find workers

ORLANDO, Fla. – A restaurant owner in Orlando said that their business is having a hard time finding staff.

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L’Oréal donates $400,000 to fund scholarships in honor of Pulse nightclub victims

ORLANDO, Fla. – L’Oréal USA has donated $400,000 to fund annual beauty scholarships in honor of the victims of the Pulse nightclub massacre.

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‘We could have lost our lives:’ Man says after guns drawn on him while riding bike in Orlando

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Ian Adams, 33, said he took the GoPro video of his encounter with officers from the Orlando Police Department. He said since Monday night, he’s cried several times because of the incident.

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White Castle in Orlando sets new opening date

You’ve been waiting for this day since the news broke in 2019 and the time has finally come to enjoy White Castle in Central Florida.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sued over state’s new ‘anti-riot’ law

ORLANDO, Fla. – A social justice group has filed a lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and others two days after the Republican signed a bill to create tougher penalties for people who participate in violent protests.

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Weather stymies some Central Florida vaccination sites as state sees 5,666 new COVID-19 cases

ORLANDO, Fla. – Heavy rains Tuesday morning put a damper on some Central Florida vaccination efforts.

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Florida Foodie: Chef Mike Collantes is building a collective in Orlando’s food scene

ORLANDO, Fla. – Chef Mike Collantes is bullish on Orlando’s food scene.

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Judge orders Central Florida Proud Boys organizer jailed on Capitol riot charges

ORLANDO, Fla. – A federal judge has ordered two Proud Boys organizers to return to jail after revoking their bail on charges in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol building in Washington, D.C.

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Pedestrian struck, killed in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – A pedestrian was struck and killed Monday morning in Orlando, police said.

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Guzan, Atlanta United hang on for 0-0 tie with Orlando City

ORLANDO, Fla. – Brad Guzan had three saves to help Atlanta United to a 0-0 tie with Orlando City on Saturday in the season opener for both teams.

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New video fuels search for driver in Orlando hit-and-run that killed 19-year-old man, FHP says

ORLANDO, Fla. – Troopers are asking for the public’s help identifying a driver who fatally hit a 19-year-old man in Orlando and fled the scene, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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One man shot after fight breaks out in downtown Orlando, police say

ORLANDO, Fla. – One man was shot after a fight broke out in downtown Orlando early Saturday, according to the Orlando Police Department.

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I-4 is still most dangerous highway in the US, report says

Interstate 4 is the most dangerous highway in the United States, according to Teletrac.

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Community advocate, nonprofit founder is getting results in West Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. – This week’s Getting Results Award goes to Shaniqua (Shan) Rose. Rose can best be described as a community organizer, advocate and founder of the nonprofit Change For The Community.

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COVID-19 vaccines coming to Silver Star Gymnasium, appointments available

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County announced the next site for the mobile COVID-19 vaccination program will be at the Silver Star Park Gymnasium.

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Key Florida House committee passes ‘Kaia Rolle Act’ aimed at preventing arrest of young kids

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida House Judiciary Committee moved a police training bill forward Thursday which includes a provision preventing the arrest of children 7 years old and younger.

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India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
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Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0