Florida coronavirus death toll tops 13,000; 3,200+ cases added
The Florida Department of Health has not reported a daily increase above 10,000 infections since late July.
The Florida Department of Health has not reported a daily increase above 10,000 infections since late July.
Florida steps back from long-term care policies
The argument is that policies are not necessary, even as nursing homes, assisted living facilities and other living centers reopen to visitors.
The argument is that policies are not necessary, even as nursing homes, assisted living facilities and other living centers reopen to visitors.
Universal Orlando extends nearly 5,400 furloughs, signaling slow recovery
Universal Orlando Resort began to furlough employees in May after paying employees for several weeks following the shut down of their parks in March.
Universal Orlando Resort began to furlough employees in May after paying employees for several weeks following the shut down of their parks in March.
Supercomputer gives new insight on COVID-19
A supercomputer is giving researchers shocking new details on how the coronavirus impacts the human body.
A supercomputer is giving researchers shocking new details on how the coronavirus impacts the human body.
5,400 Universal workers put on extended furlough
Universal Orlando on Wednesday announced that 5,400 furloughed workers will not be returning anytime soon, possibly not until 2021.
Universal Orlando on Wednesday announced that 5,400 furloughed workers will not be returning anytime soon, possibly not until 2021.
Food drive at Camping World Stadium
Camping World Stadium in Orlando has been turned into a help center. More than 65,000 pounds of food has been handed out to families in need.
Camping World Stadium in Orlando has been turned into a help center. More than 65,000 pounds of food has been handed out to families in need.
High school game canceled due to COVID-19 cases
Evans High School in Orange County has canceled its first game of the football season after five athletes tested positive for COVID-19. The team was set to play West Orange High School.
Evans High School in Orange County has canceled its first game of the football season after five athletes tested positive for COVID-19. The team was set to play West Orange High School.
Bar not allowing people to wear masks inside
A bar in West Melbourne says no masks are allowed but temperature checks are still being conducted before a patron can enter.
A bar in West Melbourne says no masks are allowed but temperature checks are still being conducted before a patron can enter.
Florida reports 152 more resident deaths, over 2,000 coronavirus infections
Statewide coronavirus cases are now at 671,201.
Statewide coronavirus cases are now at 671,201.
Vaccine coming 'in a matter of weeks,' says Trump
President Donald Trump says a coronavirus vaccine could be ready for distribution in a matter of weeks. Health experts hail the news as positive but stress that the vaccine must effective and not rushed. Many we spoke to said they would wait before getting a vaccine while others said the sooner the better.
President Donald Trump says a coronavirus vaccine could be ready for distribution in a matter of weeks. Health experts hail the news as positive but stress that the vaccine must effective and not rushed. Many we spoke to said they would wait before getting a vaccine while others said the sooner the better.
Light exercising encouraged during pandemic to keep pounds away
The National Eating Disorder Association reports more calls during the pandemic from people expressing worries about health and diet. People are urged to monitor eating habits and look for light exercise.
The National Eating Disorder Association reports more calls during the pandemic from people expressing worries about health and diet. People are urged to monitor eating habits and look for light exercise.
SeaWorld lays off nearly 1,900 employees at Orlando parks, report says
SeaWorld operates a dozen parks across five states.
SeaWorld operates a dozen parks across five states.
Mom asked to leave Southwest flight with son, 2, because he wasn't wearing a mask, she says
A mother says she was "humiliated" when she was escorted off a Southwest flight Saturday because her 2-year-old was snacking without a mask prior to takeoff.
A mother says she was "humiliated" when she was escorted off a Southwest flight Saturday because her 2-year-old was snacking without a mask prior to takeoff.
Bars are back open
Bars are back in business for the first time since June. Some crowds began trickling in on Monday evening as establishments are operating in limited capacity.
Bars are back in business for the first time since June. Some crowds began trickling in on Monday evening as establishments are operating in limited capacity.
Schools reopen after coronavirus shutdowns
Students at two Central Florida schools are back in classrooms after being shut down due to coronavirus concerns.
Students at two Central Florida schools are back in classrooms after being shut down due to coronavirus concerns.
Breweries, distilleries welcome bar reopenings
While bars were closed, some breweries and distilleries found other ways to stay afloat.
While bars were closed, some breweries and distilleries found other ways to stay afloat.
Safety measures put in place at bars, clubs
Bars and nightclubs are opening across Florida on Monday. Staff at venues in Downtown Orlando are working to install safety barriers and other measures to protect patrons.
Bars and nightclubs are opening across Florida on Monday. Staff at venues in Downtown Orlando are working to install safety barriers and other measures to protect patrons.
Florida reports 8 more COVID-19 deaths, over 2,400 new cases
The statewide case total since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is now at 663,994, resulting in 12,608 deaths.
The statewide case total since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is now at 663,994, resulting in 12,608 deaths.
Bars can reopen at 50 percent capacity in Florida starting Monday
Bars were ordered to shut down after phase two of reopening took effect in Florida in June. The decision was made after a spike in COVID-19 cases statewide, with many tracing back to residents visiting bars.
Bars were ordered to shut down after phase two of reopening took effect in Florida in June. The decision was made after a spike in COVID-19 cases statewide, with many tracing back to residents visiting bars.
Oxford, AstraZeneca to resume coronavirus vaccine trial
Pauses in drug trials are commonplace.
Pauses in drug trials are commonplace.



















