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.

PHOTOS: Florida diver comes face-to-face with massive bull shark

“A fish had grabbed the chunk of bait and run toward me for cover, before getting scared and dropping the chunk. This set me up for a shot that’s even too close for my 20mm lens.”

Royal Caribbean holds vaccine event for crew members

Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas sailed into Port Canaveral on Wednesday. It was a sign of the start of crew vaccinations for the cruise line.

Florida health care industry gets pass on vaccine 'passports'

The measure crafted by DeSantis' Republican legislative allies exempted hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, ambulatory surgical centers, physician offices and ambulance providers, among many other health care providers.

Police: Man tried to run over female opponent after softball game

A Georgia man bonded out of jail late Tuesday afternoon after Fruitland Park police say he tried to settle a beef from a co-ed recreational softball game off the diamond.

Fla. Senate signs off on gambling deal; heads to House next

In a nearly unanimous vote, the Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida that would include allowing sports betting in the state.

Woman says she lost wig while riding Universal's 'Velocicoaster'

Emi was dressed as ‘Claire Dearing,’ one of the main characters in the film ‘Jurassic World,’ while visiting the parks on Monday.

Petition calls for NFL to retire Pat Tillman's No. 40 jersey

Former NFL player Pat Tillman was serving as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan when he was killed by friendly fire at the age of 27.

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.