ORLANDO, Fla. — It’s one of the most anticipated theme park expansions in Central Florida, which will open next week, and WFTV Channel 9 is your home for everything Epic Universe. This week ...

WFTV Thursday weather outlook Heavy rain, lightning, strong wind gusts, and coin-sized hail are possible on Thursday. (WFTV staff) Look for those storms to start after 2 p.m. in parts of the ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — People in southeastern Florida may have recently noticed a foul smell on the coast. Scientists say Florida could be in for its worst seaweed season ever. It’s called ...

WFTV does not normally name victims of sexual assault, but McClain agreed to make her identity public. McClain’s lawsuit said she was assaulted by another missionary while her father served in ...

MELBOURNE, Fla. — City leaders in Melbourne will meet Tuesday evening to discuss ways to improve safety in the downtown area. The concerns come after a shooting left one man dead over the weekend.

Daniel McFarland is a certified meteorologist who joined WFTV in May of 2025. Daniel is a Florida native who grew up in Pensacola. His interest in weather grew during the 2004/2005 hurricane ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. The Orlando Business Journal this week is celebrating ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Several passengers on a flight to Orlando had a long delay after their plane had to make an emergency landing. Spirit Flight 2166 from Houston was diverted to Pensacola on ...

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down for personal reasons and the nation's largest health insurer suspended its full-year financial outlook due to higher-than-expected medical costs.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. On the occasion of Mother’s Day, let’s find out ...

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies in Orange County are investigating a young man’s death over the weekend. Deputies said 19-year-old Ka’Vrone Westmoreland was shot to death early Sunday morning ...