WFTV-TV (Orlando, FL)

WFTV, a virtual channel 9 and UHF digital channel 39, is an ABC-affiliated TV station based in Orlando, Florida. It is owned by the Cox Media Group, which is a division of Cox Enterprises. WFTV operates alongside WRDQ, an independent station on channel 27, as part of a duopoly. Both stations have their studios located on East South Street (SR 15) in downtown Orlando, while their transmitter is positioned between Bithlo and Christmas. Additionally, WFTV can be found on cable services in Lakeland, which is included in the Tampa Bay market.

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Ex-Republican congressman announces run for Florida governor as Democrat

2 days ago | wftv.com | Nick Papantonis

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s race to replace Ron DeSantis as governor in 2026 heated up Thursday when attorney and ex-Florida Congressman David Jolly announced he was throwing his hat into the ring. Jolly represented the Tampa area as a Republican from 2014 to 2017. He gained a reputation for being one of Washington’s most bipartisan representatives during his tenure, frequently clashing with his own party.
Bipartisan deals on voting and election changes are rare. It just happened in one swing state

2 days ago | wftv.com | Rio Yamat

LAS VEGAS — (AP) — Facing a legislature dominated by Democrats, Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo stood before Nevada lawmakers earlier this year with a message that some did not expect to go far: "Set aside partisan politics."It was a plea that might have seemed more aspirational than realistic, given the country's deep polarization.
Orange County wraps up investigation into Kissimmee police excessive force case

2 days ago | wftv.com | Shannon Butler

KISSIMMEE, Fla — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has finished an investigation into Kissimmee police officers involved in an excessive force incident. The findings of that investigation have not been released, but 9 Investigates has confirmed that multiple officers were sustained in those findings. The city is not yet releasing details, saying on May 27, the Kissimmee Police Department received the findings from the independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Man wanted in Cocoa shootout that injured toddler captured

3 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

LocalLynnard Semaj Woods (Source: Brevard County Sheriff's Office) CANAVERAL GROVES, Fla. — The man Brevard County deputies were searching for in the May 13 shootout is now in custody. Deputies have been trying to track down Lynnard Semaj Woods. Sheriff Wayne Ivey said he was captured in Canaveral Groves. The sheriff said when authorities arrived to arrest him, he surrendered without incident. A toddler was hit by a butter in that shootout outside Cocoa Meat and Produce on Burnett Road.
Another teen, mother arrested in stabbing of teen in Deltona

3 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

LocalVolusia County Sheriff's Office (WFTV Staff) DELTONA, Fla. — Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood has announced two more arrests connected to a teenager’s stabbing on May 14. Detectives say a group of teenagers jumped and stabbed a 15-year-old as he was walking home from school. The victim survived but had to get stitches and staples. A 15-year-old has now been arrested after the sheriff said cellphone data and other evidence tied him to the attack. This suspect’s mother was also arrested.
Advocates push for override of governor’s veto on repealing ‘free kill’ law

3 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Advocates are pushing state lawmakers to override Gov. Ron DeSantis’ veto of a bill to repeal the state’s so-called ‘free kill’ law. The bill would have repealed the controversial law that blocks some families from suing if they lose a loved one to medical negligence. One of those protesting the veto was Daryl Perritt, whose son died from a blood clot six months ago. He blames the doctors and hospital, as well as the state.
Orange County greenlights $5 million for Pulse memorial

3 days ago | wftv.com | Ashlyn Webb

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Plans for a permanent Pulse memorial now has the financial backing from the City of Orlando and Orange County. County commissioners voted unanimously to give the city $5 million for the project. The whole reason why the city and the county are at this point now is because onePULSE Foundation failed to build this permanent memorial in the first place despite receiving tens of millions of dollars.
FBI to meet with Pulse survivors, victims’ families next week

3 days ago | wftv.com | Ashlyn Webb

ORLANDO, Fla. — The FBI plans to meet with Pulse shooting survivors and victims’ families next week in Orlando. This is as dozens of survivors and victims’ families are in Orlando for the Remembrance Ceremony on the 9th anniversary of the tragedy. Some--not all--are choosing to walk through the Pulse nightclub as the city opens the building up before its demolished. The city plans to build the permanent memorial at the site.
Man who trafficked 15-year-old girl sentenced to life

3 days ago | wftv.com | Nick Papantonis

EUSTIS, Fla. — An undocumented Eustis man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after he raped a 15-year-old girl inside his apartment. Police arrested Jose Gomez last July after the girl called 911 and immediately hung up. Investigators said the then-29-year-old met the girl after she was driven to Lee’s Laundromat on Orange Avenue by some “friends” she was unable to name. He paid her $100 and took her back to his apartment on N. Prescott Street.
Bunnell man hid secret cameras in family home, police say

3 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

BUNNELL, Fla. — A Bunnell man is accused of video voyeurism after police say he spied on a family without their knowledge. Bunnell police say Jonathan Bernard Mahan, 26, was arrested after a monthslong investigation that started in mid-February when officer found two hidden video cameras placed in private areas of a local home that included a minor. Detectives say Mahan initially admitted to putting the cameras there to watch the family’s private activities.