Rent prices on the rise in Florida
The cost of rent in Florida has increased more than any other place in the entire country. The company CoStar Group, Inc. says it has increased more than 15 percent since the beginning of this yea -- twice the national average.
Preparing to go back to the classroom
Students across the country are soon going to be heading back to in-person classes, but with the pandemic still lingering, doctors suggest families take the time now to prepare students for what to expect with the next school year.
Augmented reality company moving to Orlando
Fighter pilots will soon be training in Central Florida. A company in California is leaving the Golden State for the City Beautiful. They say Orlando was the clear choice to continue shaping the future of the U.S. Air Force.
Melbourne airport expanding terminals
Melbourne Orlando International Airport is growing. Paving crews and heavy equipment are breaking ground on the apron area and taxiway at the airport.
Vaccine drive held in Orlando as Delta variant raises concerns
It event is ongoing at the Dr. James R. Smith Center in Richmond Heights. The vaccine will be available for those 12 and older.
Royal Caribbean singles out Florida as only state where vaccines are not required to sail
With Governor DeSantis' new law saying private businesses cannot require people to show proof of vaccinations, navigating the waters has been tricky.
Gov. DeSantis pushes through pardons for COVID-19 violators
With Gov. Ron DeSantis saying lockdown restrictions and mask mandates meant to stop the spread of COVID-19 did more harm than good, the state clemency board on Wednesday pardoned all Floridians who were arrested or fined for violating local-government requirements about wearing masks or social distancing.
Royal Caribbean only 'recommending' vaccine to cruise passengers
Guests who are not vaccinated will reportedly be required to undergo testing and follow other protocols that will be announced at a later date.
Walt Disney World updating policy on face coverings for 'cast members'
Walt Disney World confirmed to FOX 35 that they have made a slight change to their mask policy for its employees, or “cast members.”
Florida to end $300 weekly federal unemployment payments
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity said that this will be effective starting June 26, 2021, as part of the DEO's ‘Return to Work’ initiative.
Florida county offers gift cards to get more people vaccinated
Health officials want to get vaccination numbers even higher and many counties are trying new ways to get people to vaccine sites.
Last chance! Tuesday is the final day for the Orlando FEMA vaccine site
The site, located at Valencia College West Campus, will close permanently Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Florida reports 2,811 new COVID cases; 44 new resident deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 2,811 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now at 2,299,596.
Florida reports 2,805 new COVID cases; 94 new resident deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 2,805 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now at 2,296,785.
Pandemic relief: Florida offers $800-million to help pay past-due rent and utilities
The Florida Department of Children and Families is looking to distribute more than $800 million in federal aid to help low-income renters economically affected by the coronavirus pandemic pay past-due rent and utilities.
Orlando FEMA vaccine site to close in about 1 week
The vaccine site only offers second doses of the Pfizer vaccine and the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
LIST: Stores not requiring masks for fully vaccinated individuals
There are still many stores that have not updated their mask policy, despite the change in CDC guidance.
CDC recommends all schools continue to use masks
The CDC said that all kindergarten through grade 12 schools "should implement and layer prevention strategies and should prioritize universal and correct use of masks and physical distancing."
CDC eases mask requirements for fully vaccinated cruise passengers
Passengers and crew members who have been fully vaccinated 'may gather or conduct activities outdoors, without wearing a mask except in crowded settings'.
Florida's legal challenge to CDC cruise restrictions goes before judge
A lawsuit filed by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody last month challenges the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's restrictions imposed on cruises. A U.S. District Judge heard arguments in the case on Wednesday.