Florida adds 4,452 new COVID-19 cases, 86 additional deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 4,452 new coronavirus cases on Saturday with an additional 86 deaths.

Small gatherings blamed for rise in COVID-19 cases
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More than 5,000 coronavirus cases were reported in Florida on Friday. The number represents an increase in daily numbers since Florida entered into Phase 3 reopening. Health officials blame the rise on small gatherings.

Spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida
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More than 6,000 new coronavirus cases were reported in Florida on Thursday. While lower than summer numbers, it represents an upward trend in the state.

Push to continue virtual learning beyond December
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An Orange County medical committee is leading the push to urge the Florida Department of Education to allow distance learning to continue through the end of the school year. Remote learning is set to expire at the end of December.

SeaWorld reports huge drop in attendance
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SeaWorld's attendance dropped more than 80 percent over the summer while third-quarter earnings produced losses for the company.

Pets reduce anxiety during pandemic
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Studies have shown health benefits from owning a pet, especially as it relates to stress or depression. One organization is bringing pets to long term care facilities during the coronavirus pandemic.

The price of plasma
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College students are cashing in by donating plasma after recovering from COVID-19.

Florida reports 4.6K new COVID-19 cases, 56 more deaths

The statewide case total since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is now at 816,700, resulting in 17,099 deaths. 

Florida reports 4.6K new COVID-19 cases, death toll passes 17K

The statewide case total since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is now at 812,063, resulting in 17,043 deaths.

CDC releases guidelines for resumption of cruise ship operations
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a framework for phased resumption of cruise ship operations following the CDC?s no sail order, which is expected to expire this weekend.

Union workers at Walt Disney World receive layoff notices
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On Friday, Disney released the number of union employees of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. who will be laid off on Dec. 31.

Florida adds 5,592 COVID-19 cases, 72 additional deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 5,592 new coronavirus cases and an additional 72 deaths.

Walt Disney World laying off over 11,000 workers
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Over 11,000 employees at Walt Disney World Resort have received notice that they will be losing their jobs. Disney executives are blaming the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic for the layoffs.

Tupperware see profit rebound during pandemic
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The coronavirus pandemic has hit many companies hard, but Kissimmee-base Tupperware has enjoyed a rebound in profit.

Moderna reaches COVID-19 vaccine milestone
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FOX 35 News got an exclusive look inside the Moderna lab in Central Florida. The company says is has reached a major milestone, completing enrollment in its COVID-19 vaccine trial.

As tourism struggles, Gov. DeSantis backs lifting travel restrictions

With advances in rapid testing and airline cleaning protocols, Governor DeSantis said relaxing rules about travelers would help Central Florida.