The Florida Sun

11/03/2025

10/28/2025

FDLE Special Agent Stephen Brenton is seen here letting himself into 96-year-old Annie Mae Curtis' home. He walks through her house and disconnects cameras Hill had in her house to make sure Curtis was safe. Under Hill's care, the Dept of Children and Families (DCF) initially determined Curtis being well-taken care of. In March 2023 Brenton interrogated 96-year-old Annie Mae Curtis—who has no living relatives—for hours without regard that she has dementia and without an attorney. FDLE indicted Hill on numerous charges claiming she was taking advantage of Curtis. Hill denies the accusations and was actually providing for Curtis, according to DCF, and wanted to keep Curtis comfortably in her home abiding by Curtis' wishes. Before Hill became power of attorney, Curtis' house was infested with cat f***s, dead cats, molded food and the house desperately needed repairs. Records show Hill hired someone to cook and clean for Curtis, she repaired Curtis' house and made sure Curtis remained comfortable. When Hill became power of attorney, Curtis' dementia was believed to not have progressed to the state it was in when she was interrogated by Brenton. After almost 2 hours of interrogation Ms. Curtis signed paperwork to get a new power of attorney. The new POA is the daughter of her best friend from college who hasn't seen Ms. Curtis in years. Ms. Curtis didn't know who she was even though she wad sitting right next to her and said she didn't know her friend even had children. During the interrogation, Curtis repeatedly said she was confused and didn't know what the interrogation was about. Curtis is now in a nursing home away from her friends and neighbors and her properties have now been sold for under market value.

10/28/2025

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FDLE Special Agent Stephen Brenton is seen here letting himself into 96-year-old Annie Mae Curtis's home. He walks through her house and disconnects cameras Hill had in her house to make sure Curtis was safe. Under Hill's care, the Dept of Children and Families (DCF) initially determined Curtis being well-taken care of. In March 2023 Brenton interrogated Curtis—who has no living relatives—for almost two hours without regard that she has dementia and without an attorney. A grand jury indicted Hill on numerous charges claiming she was taking advantage of Curtis. Hill denies the accusations and was actually providing for Ms. Curtis, according to DCF, and wanted to keep Curtis comfortably in her home abiding by Curtis's wishes. Before Hill became power of attorney, Curtis's house was infested with cat f***s, dead cats, molded food and the house desperately needed repairs. Hill hired someone to cook and clean for Curtis and to repair Curtis's house. When Hill became power of attorney, Curtis’s dementia was believed to not have progressed to the state it was in when she was interrogated by Brenton. After almost 2 hours of interrogation Curtis signed paperwork for a new power of attorney. The new POA is the daughter of her best friend from college who hasn't seen Curtis in years. Curtis didn't know who she was even though she wad sitting right next to her and said she didn't know her friend even had children. During the interrogation, Curtis repeatedly said she was confused and didn't know what the interrogation was about. Curtis is now in a nursing home and away from friends and neighbors. She now has no ownership of her properties.

10/03/2025

Orange County’s Murder “Solve Rate” Is Sky-High. The Data Behind It Isn’t.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — "The Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) says it is closing homicide cases at a clip most agencies would envy. Its 2023 annual report lists 61 homicides and 50 “cleared” — an 82% rate. On paper, that performance outpaces Florida’s statewide clearance range and the nation’s recent averages.

But the closer you look, the more the numbers rely on accounting choices the public can’t see, and the more unresolved questions remain for families waiting on answers."

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) says it is closing homicide cases at a clip most agencies would envy.

08/11/2025

"The Orlando Police Department is urging the public to come forward with information following a fatal shooting at the Metro Place Apartments that left a 32-year-old man dead."

Orlando Police is urging the public to come forward with information after a deadly shooting at Metro Place Apartments that left a man dead.

08/10/2025

🚍✨ Game-changer for Pine Hills! The brand-new LYNX Transfer Center is now open — saving riders time, money, and miles. Here’s what it means for West Orlando

Pine Hills residents now have a faster and more convenient way to connect. On Sunday, the new Pine Hills Transfer Center opened its doors.

08/09/2025

Today, hundreds of Orlando families came together for the 9th Annual Back 2 School Drive! From free bikes and backpacks to BBQ and bounce houses, Anthony-Smith Law and Safe Tax made it a day of joy, giving, and community pride. 💛

07/15/2025

Florida just opened the Caloosahatchee (C-43) Reservoir—a 10,000-acre project meant to help with water storage and Everglades restoration. State leaders call it a big win, but environmental experts say the real test will be whether these projects actually solve Florida’s long-term water quality and ecosystem challenges. What do you think: smart investment or just another ribbon-cutting?

Officials marked the opening of the 10,000-acre Caloosahatchee Reservoir, a project positioned as part of the state’s Everglades restoration.

07/14/2025

🚨 Important Update for Orange County Business Owners:
As of July 1, Orange County has suspended its M/WBE program and is launching the new Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program.

✅ Virtual info sessions start this month
✅ Feedback deadline: August 1, 2025
✅ More opportunities for all small businesses

07/06/2025

🚨✈️ Flying through Orlando? Brace yourself.
Flights are delayed — AGAIN — as storms slam Central Florida. And more bad weather is on the way. Get the latest before heading to the airport. ⛈👇

Travelers flying through Orlando Airport (MCO) are facing another round of delays as Florida’s unpredictable weather threatens holiday plans.

07/03/2025

Morgan State University cemented its place in architectural and cultural history by becoming the first Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to present a solo pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale.

Morgan State University cemented its place in architectural and cultural history by becoming the first HBCU to present a solo pavilion.