A rainbow crosswalk was removed overnight outside of Pulse nightclub in Orlando, one of the most significant LGBTQ sites in Florida, as part of state and federal transportation officials’ aim to wipe “political banners” from public roadways.

Direct visitor spending in Orlando grew an impressive 5.4%, generating an economic impact equivalent to hosting the NFL Super Bowl nearly twice a week for an entire year.'

Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Orlando, announced Thursday that the State Department signed a lease to open the new office at 5520 Gatlin Road, just north of the Orlando International Airport. When it opens, it will be Florida’s second State Department passport center. The closest passport centers to Orlando are in Miami and Atlanta.

Tonight, Central Florida will see a few showers and thunderstorms mainly east of Orlando, with lows in the upper 70s.

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida will experience warm and muggy weather on Thursday, with temperatures reaching the 90s. A west wind is expected to drive up temperatures along the coastline and move scattered showers from west to east across the Peninsula.

The Orlando National Weather Service warns of rough weather in Florida with a High Surf Advisory and high rip current risks. Thunderstorms and showers are likely, with heavy rainfall possible inland into early next week.