Florida senator says 'arbitrary' rules could explain 200K+ denied state unemployment claims
People who did not qualify for state benefits may still be eligible for federal benefits under the CARES Act.
People who did not qualify for state benefits may still be eligible for federal benefits under the CARES Act.
State overpays woman on unemployment claim
The number of unemployed in Florida has overwhelmed the system. As of Tuesday, nearly two million claims had been filed with 80 percent processed and almost 50 percent paid. FOX 35 News spoke with one woman who said she was overpaid by the state.
The number of unemployed in Florida has overwhelmed the system. As of Tuesday, nearly two million claims had been filed with 80 percent processed and almost 50 percent paid. FOX 35 News spoke with one woman who said she was overpaid by the state.
Florida governor discusses reopening with president
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met with President Donald Trump on Tuesday to discuss preparations to reopen the Sunshine State following a stay-at-home order that is set to expire in May.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met with President Donald Trump on Tuesday to discuss preparations to reopen the Sunshine State following a stay-at-home order that is set to expire in May.
Tracking coronavirus: 83 more deaths reported in Florida as cases top 32,800
FOX 35 has the latest on the coronavirus pandemic.
FOX 35 has the latest on the coronavirus pandemic.
Hepatitis A cases top 500 in Florida this year
That is far below the pace of cases in 2019, but it is substantially higher than the amount of cases in previous years.
That is far below the pace of cases in 2019, but it is substantially higher than the amount of cases in previous years.
Can mosquitos spread coronavirus? Here's what one mosquito control team says
Mosquito season is approaching and several viruses, like West Nile, Zika, and Dengue Fever, can spread to humans through infected mosquitoes.
Mosquito season is approaching and several viruses, like West Nile, Zika, and Dengue Fever, can spread to humans through infected mosquitoes.
Florida unemployment system will be unavailable nightly for maintenance
The Florida DEO will conduct nightly maintenance to its online unemployment system to process claims and payments faster.
The Florida DEO will conduct nightly maintenance to its online unemployment system to process claims and payments faster.
Some waiting on Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance will need to reapply, Florida DEO says
Some Florida residents waiting to receive Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance will need to reapply and then wait for DEO to contact you for more information.
Some Florida residents waiting to receive Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance will need to reapply and then wait for DEO to contact you for more information.
Utility customers to get break amid pandemic
“This is a truly a no-brainer for me, quite frankly, and I appreciate (the utilities) taking an early initiative to help their customers in such a time of need,” Commissioner Julie Brown said.
“This is a truly a no-brainer for me, quite frankly, and I appreciate (the utilities) taking an early initiative to help their customers in such a time of need,” Commissioner Julie Brown said.
Florida coronavirus cases pass 32,800; death roll surges to 1,171, Florida Department of Health says
The Florida Department of Health says cases of coronavirus in Florida have hit 32,846, showing an increase of 708 cases in the last 24 hours. The death toll has risen 83 as well and is now at 1,171.
The Florida Department of Health says cases of coronavirus in Florida have hit 32,846, showing an increase of 708 cases in the last 24 hours. The death toll has risen 83 as well and is now at 1,171.
Still waiting on your stimulus check? Here's when the next round of payments will go out
Another round of direct deposits are expected this week.
Another round of direct deposits are expected this week.
Eligibility for unemployment benefits
The State of Florida has paid out nearly 50 percent of all unemployment claims, but many still do not have their claims processed or have discovered it has been denied.
The State of Florida has paid out nearly 50 percent of all unemployment claims, but many still do not have their claims processed or have discovered it has been denied.
Family receives $500 Publix gift card from stranger
A Central Florida family said a complete stranger handed them a $500 gift card at Publix.
A Central Florida family said a complete stranger handed them a $500 gift card at Publix.
Single mom struggling with unemployment
A single mom is struggling to make ends meet after being forced out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic.
A single mom is struggling to make ends meet after being forced out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Burlinesses waiting to see if Florida will reopen this week
Florida's stay at home order is scheduled to end on Thursday, but it remains unclear if the state will extend the order.
Florida's stay at home order is scheduled to end on Thursday, but it remains unclear if the state will extend the order.
Heartburn drug could treat coronavirus
The active ingredient found in heartburn medication, famotidine, is being studied as a possible treatment to fight COVID-19.
The active ingredient found in heartburn medication, famotidine, is being studied as a possible treatment to fight COVID-19.
Phase 2 of Paycheck Protection Program rolled out
Another round of federal funding has helped boost the Paycheck Protection Program.
Another round of federal funding has helped boost the Paycheck Protection Program.
Student creates hand washing invention
A Florida middle school student has come up with an invention to determine if people are washing their hands, using radio frequency identification.
A Florida middle school student has come up with an invention to determine if people are washing their hands, using radio frequency identification.
Freezers are the new hot item during COVID-19 pandemic
Freezers are becoming harder to find during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Freezers are becoming harder to find during the COVID-19 pandemic.
PART TWO: Vice President Mike Pence on Florida COVID-19 response
FOX 35's Ryan Elijah spoke exclusively to Vice President Mike Pence on Monday, touching on a number of issues.
FOX 35's Ryan Elijah spoke exclusively to Vice President Mike Pence on Monday, touching on a number of issues.