Marion County seniors offered vaccine appointments in South Florida
Some people in Marion County have been offered COVID-19 vaccine appointments all the way down in Broward County, a four-hour drive away and hundreds of miles round-trip.
Veterans volunteer at vaccine site
Veterans volunteered to assist seniors with getting vaccinated at the Volusia County Fairgrounds.
Expanding vaccine to teachers, law enforcement
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said teachers and law enforcement are next in line to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Those are his marching orders for the four federal vaccine sites opening next week, all around Florida, including one at Valencia College in Orlando.
Some CVS pharmacies in Florida will begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines
15 CVS locations across Florida are going to begin distributing the COVID-19 vaccine.
DeSantis: Some teachers, law enforcement will soon be eligible for a vaccine
The State of Florida is getting four federally-supported COVID-19 vaccination sites in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville.
Orange County portal for vaccines fully booked in under two hours
You can still pre-register for a set of doses and it will make it quicker to sign up for an appointment time the next time the portal reopens.
Rep. Charlie Crist calls for DOJ investigation into DeSantis’ vaccine distribution
Florida's former governor is calling for an investigation into the current governor after a vaccination site opened in Lakewood Ranch last week was criticized by community leaders.
People struggling to get vaccine appointments
Many FOX 35 viewers have reached out to us, sharing horror stories about trying to get the vaccine. We took your concern straight to officials to try to find solutions and get answers.
Help for people looking for vaccines
It is becoming very clear how widespread frustrations are with coronavirus vaccine appointments, but there are more and more examples of neighbors stepping up to help neighbors.
Turning people away at vaccine centers
Some first responders who work at vaccination sites say they feel bad for the people that they have to turn away.
Federal COVID-19 vaccination center opening at Valencia College
Valencia College's West Campus in Orange County will serve as a new federal coronavirus vaccination centers. The goal is to get the shot to those who are most vulnerable.
Vaccine trial for kids at Lake Nona clinic
Coronavirus vaccines are not yet available for children but one lab in Central Florida is conducting tests.
Lawmakers respond to frustrations over vaccine rollout
Two Central Florida lawmakers admit that vaccine rollouts have had a few roadblocks in Florida, but for the most part, they contend that the system is working as best as it can under state management.
More express frustrations over vaccine appointments
We have heard from FOX 35 viewers who are expressing frustrations about trying to make an appointment for a coronavirus vaccine.
Seminole County makes progress on vaccination rollout
Seminole County has vaccinated half of its senior population so far, according to officials. When Seminole’s vaccine portal opened up on Tuesday, it remained open for nearly 24 hours -- a first for the county.
Women accused of dressing as seniors to get vaccinated
Deputies say two women, ages 34 and 44, are accused of dressing up as senior citizens in an attempt to receive coronavirus vaccines.
Demings: Eligibility for coronavirus vaccines to expand
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has stated that he expects eligibility for coronavirus vaccines to expand in the coming weeks to include a small number of law enforcement officers. Teachers and those with compromised immune systems have also been named as possible recipients.
Publix further delays new vaccine registrations as winter weather continues
Publix said that those with appointments for their second doses should still go to Publix at their scheduled date and time.
Winter storm delays vaccine rollout
The winter storms in the middle of the county are slowing down the coronavirus vaccine rollout across the country and in Florida. If you are over 65 and still looking to get a COVID-19 vaccine right now, it remains unclear when your next opportunity will be to sign up to get a vaccine
Many express frustration over second-dose shot process
As Walmart rolls out its COVID-19 vaccine appointment system, some say it’s not all smooth sailing as they had hoped.