Corcoran says distance learning will remain an option for second half of school year

Florida students will be able to continue to learn remotely through the second half of the school year as the state grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran said Wednesday.

Central Florida high school principal tests positive for COVID-19

"Allow me to be blunt this is nothing like the flu! Covid wrecks the body in so many ways and never the same way twice," he wrote.

Florida legislators could limit COVID-19 lawsuits

Support has been indicated support for legislation that would protect businesses from lawsuits related to COVID-19.

Florida GOP leaders look at climate change plans

Their comments represented a further evolution in the position of Florida Republicans about climate change

COVID-19 keeps state lawmakers from capitol

Gov. Ron DeSantis, Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez, members of the Florida Cabinet, and the 160 members of the Florida Legislature have offices in the Capitol complex in Tallahassee.

Interactive map shows your risk of catching COVID-19 at an event

If you're interested in using this COVID-19 Event Risk Assessment Tool, go to https://covid19risk.biosci.gatech.edu/.

178 arrested in child sex trafficking operation in north Florida

Police in north Florida announced the arrests of 178 people in a "large-scale" human trafficking investigation, with charges including production of child pornography and sex trafficking of a minor.

Florida-Based 'Safe Spacer' among COVID-wearable tech products booming

The "Safe Spacer" is one of the latest wearable tech products made with COVID-19 in mind. It buzzes and beeps whenever you come within six feet of another person wearing one. 

COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to mount in Florida

With thousands of additional COVID-19 cases being reported every day, the number of people hospitalized with the disease continues to mount.

Florida adds 4,663 new coronavirus cases, 41 additional deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 4,663 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, along with an additional 41 deaths.

With ‘Resilience’ launch, astronauts hope to set positive tone for country

For just the second time since the retirement of the space shuttle, a crew of astronauts is on its way to the International Space Station after blasting off from American soil – a feat that they hope will inspire a country still facing a challenging pandemic and social unrest.