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Maxwell: In Bracy vs. Bracy, the choice is clear. Just ask Mom

Scott Maxwell: Brother vs. Sister? In Bracy race for Florida senate seat, the choice is clear. Just ask their mom

State Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis and her brother, former state Sen. Randolph Bracy are running for the Florida Senate seat left vacant by Geraldine Thompson's death on Feb. 13. (Courtesy LaVon Bracy Davis and Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/Orlando Sentinel file)

President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Trump announces sweeping new tariffs to promote US manufacturing, risking inflation and trade wars

State wildlife officials, shown in an Orlando Sentinel photo in 2015, weigh the carcass of a black bear at a check station in the Rock Springs Run Wildlife Management Area, 30 miles north of Orlando. The bear was among 300 killed during the state's last bear hunt. State wildlife officials are expected in May to consider a proposal to allow a bear hunt in December. (Red Huber/Staff Photographer)

Florida admits plan for December bear hunt, its first in a decade

Ômo by Jônt's Magic Box, with a variety of mignardise and Madelines. Perhaps it will bring them a bit of enchantment as they head to Chicago in June. The restaurant was named as a finalist in the Best New Restaurant category for this year's James Beard Awards. (Courtesy Ômo by Jônt)

James Beard awards tap 2 finalists from Orlando restaurant scene

Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. has displayed a winning take-charge approach and unflappable skills throughout March Madness. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Mike Bianchi: The real March madness is NBA teams overlooking Gators star Walter Clayton Jr.

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Death of man found with chest wound in Orange County deemed homicide, deputies say

A man who died after being found with a "puncture wound to his chest" in south Orange County is being investigated as a homicide, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Advice

Asking Eric: Is it OK for an influencer to post these intrusive photos?

She comments on other people's houses without their permission.

Sports

Houston's Emanuel Sharp attacks the rim to convert a layup against Tennessee in a Midwest Regional final on Sunday in Indianapolis. (Andy Lyons/Getty)

Efficiency metrics touted Duke, Houston, Florida and Auburn all year. Now they’re in Final Four

Of this year’s Final Four teams, Duke, Houston and Auburn have ranked inside the top five in all of KenPom’s daily rankings.

Entertainment

Florida Citrus Sports' Sideline Wine & Dine will take place on April 4 at Camping World Stadium. Proceeds from the event, which features dozens of food and beverage vendors, will help fund summer camp scholarships for local kids. (Courtesy Florida Citrus Sports)

Sideline Wine & Dine brings snacks and sips to the stadium, sends kids to camp

Local eateries bring gourmet snacks, sips to Camping World Stadium, with proceeds aiding Florida Citrus...

Opinion

A Florida worker adjusts a "Speed Limit 70" sign. If a new bill passes, some of those 70s may become 75s soon.

Editorial: 75 mph is too fast for Florida speed demons

A proposed change to Florida's maximum speed limit would raise the maximum speed from 70...

Business

President Donald Trump holds a signed executive order during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden of the White House, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

How soon will prices rise as a result of President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs?

Short answer: It depends. Answering that and other questions about Trump’s tariff policy.

National News

This combination of images shows from left, Army Pfc. Dante D. Taitano, 21, of Dededo, Guam, Army Sgt. Edvin F. Franco, 25, of Glendale, Calif., Army Sgt. Jose Duenez Jr., 25, of Joliet, Ill., and Army Staff Sgt. Troy S. Knutson-Collins, 28, of Battle Creek, Mich., who were killed in a training accident near Pabradė, Lithuania, in March 2025. (Department of Defense via AP)

US Army identifies 4th soldier who died in training accident in Lithuania

All four soldiers were part of the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division.

Politics

Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Susan Crawford waves during her election night party

Democrats demoralized by Trump get a boost from Wisconsin voters and Cory Booker’s speech

Democratic leaders are sharing a rare moment of relief — if not celebration.

Restaurants, Food & Drink

Our 2025 Foodie Award winners list revealed — see who won

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Health

Mass General Brigham neurology researchers have created a smell test that shows promise as a tool for identifying risk of cognitive impairment. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File, File)

Alzheimer’s disease study: researchers create at-home smell test for early detection

Alzheimer's disease study: Boston researchers create at-home smell test for early detection

Travel

Come along for the rides in the new issue of ‘Explore Florida & the Caribbean’

The new issue of our award-winning Explore Florida & the Caribbean has something for every...

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Orange County things to do, starting April 4

Orange County things to do include the 36th annual Spring Fiesta in the Park at...

Education

Evans High School math instructor Danielle Allen teaches her AP calculus students Friday, November 8, 2019. Florida's legislature is proposing to slash funding to districts for AP and IB classes, a move that districts say would be "detrimental." (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

Florida’s proposed cuts to AP, other classes leave schools ‘deeply concerned’

Lawmakers have suggested cutting in half the extra funding schools can earn for AP, IB,...

Space

Mike Lamont, director for accelerators and technology, center left, and Fabiola Gianotti, center right, director general of the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), speak with members of the U.S. House of Representatives in the Large Magnet Facility during a visit to CERN facilities in Meyrin, near Geneva, Switzerland, Friday, March 21, 2025. (Salvatore Di Nolfi/Keystone via AP)

Scientists release plans for an even bigger atom smasher to address the mysteries of physics

The blueprint lays out the proposed path, environmental impact, scientific ambitions and project cost.

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Scott Maxwell: In Bracy vs. Bracy, the choice is clear. Just ask Mom