Chris Guardaro
WESH 2 News
Orlando, FL, United States
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New Smyrna Beach officer shot, suspect killed during pursuit
An officer was shot and suspect killed during a pursuit in Volusia County. → Read More
Universal to lay off more than 1,100 workers
As the pandemic continues to have devastating effects on the local tourism industry, Universal is just one of the major employers laying off workers in waves. → Read More
Orange County's COVID-19 positivity rate continues to grow
In the last two weeks, more than 10% of people who test positive for COVID-19 in Orange County are between 15 and 24 years old. → Read More
Outbreaks of COVID-19 limited at UCF
According to the school's website, UCF has 1,001 reported positive cases among its student body since March. → Read More
COVID-19 hospitalizations down compared to summer spike
Orange County health officials say the good news is the area is not close to reaching the bed capacity at hospitals however the COVID-19 positivity rate over the past two weeks is now higher than 7%. → Read More
Group tasked with stopping gang violence in Orange County to meet Friday
The Orange County Citizens Safety Task Force will try to come up with solutions to address recent shootings → Read More
Convention Center's food catering provider warns leaders of job losses
The company sent a statement, saying in part, "This is an unavoidable business circumstance, as a result of the ongoing pandemic. → Read More
Hundreds of evictions filed in Orange County court in October
When the CDC order expires, law enforcement will be able to enforce the hundreds of backlogged evictions, something housing advocates fear. → Read More
Young voters surge in Florida during early voting
By the end of last week, 433,000 18 to 29-year-olds in Florida voted early. → Read More
Brightline, SunRail explore partnership in Florida
Brightline provided WESH 2 News with a map projection that would share a corridor of SunRail, extended to Walt Disney World and the airport. → Read More
Birthday party behind 3 COVID outbreaks at OCPS schools
A Sweet 16 birthday party is responsible for a COVID-19 outbreak affecting three Orange County Public Schools, according to the Department of Health. → Read More
Email threatens voters to vote for Trump
The email's writer claims a group has gained access to the voting infrastructure and will know who the registered Democrat votes for. → Read More
Jill Biden hosts Women for Biden event in Seminole County
Democrats believe this presidential election will be the first time in decades Seminole County votes blue. → Read More
UCF, FSU see decline in college applications
The University of Central Florida is not only seeing a 26% decline in applications, officials say the school is getting 50% less SAT or ACT scores. → Read More
Hotel, restaurants lay off employees in I-Drive area of Orlando
The full effects of the pandemic are apparent on I-Drive which has significantly fewer visitors. → Read More
Orlando police release evidence in death of Black man found hanging in tree
Orlando police have released evidence related to the death investigation of 22-year-old Nevan Baker. → Read More
Two teens shot outside of veterans post in Orange County
A wedding reception was being held at the veterans post when the shooting took place. → Read More
Orlando luggage, valet and passenger services company announces 1,000 layoffs
Baggage Airline Guest Services cuts hundreds of jobs from airport, sorting facility and Lake Buena Vista resorts → Read More
Bethune Cookman University to conduct program to build trust between police, community
A simulation, usually used to train law enforcement officers, is a tool researchers at Bethune Cookman University are going to show to community members in Parramore and Washington Shores. → Read More
Pine Hills community gathers with deputies, faith leaders for solution to recent shootings
The Orange County Sheriff's Office believes several drive-by shootings in the past few months are caused by a gang feud. → Read More