Georgia toddler reunites with mom, Florida police arrest dad after standoff
A Georgia man accused of hurting the mother of his child, killing three members of her family, then kidnapping their 2-year-old son was taken into custody after a 6-hour standoff with Florida police. The toddler has since reunited with his mother.
A Georgia man accused of hurting the mother of his child, killing three members of her family, then kidnapping their 2-year-old son was taken into custody after a 6-hour standoff with Florida police. The toddler has since reunited with his mother.
Holland America cruise ships with over 200 sick passengers and crew reach Florida
Coronavirus cases in Florida exceeded 9,000 as of Thursday evening. As the new numbers were released, two cruise ships carrying sick passengers docked in Florida at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. Four passengers have died.
Coronavirus cases in Florida exceeded 9,000 as of Thursday evening. As the new numbers were released, two cruise ships carrying sick passengers docked in Florida at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. Four passengers have died.
Statewide 'stay-at-home' order begins at midnight
The order will last until April 30.
The order will last until April 30.
'Tiger King' star Joe Exotic is in coronavirus isolation in jail, husband Dillon Passage says
Dillon Passage, the husband of Joseph Maldonado-Passage, revealed on Andy Cohen's SiriusXM show that Maldonado-Passage has entered "a COVID-19 isolation" amid serving his 22-year sentence.
Dillon Passage, the husband of Joseph Maldonado-Passage, revealed on Andy Cohen's SiriusXM show that Maldonado-Passage has entered "a COVID-19 isolation" amid serving his 22-year sentence.
State working to speed up process as unemployment claims skyrocket
The state says its hiring more employees and expanding its call center.
The state says its hiring more employees and expanding its call center.
Toddler rescued after Amber Alert search ends in crash on I-4; suspect in in custody after stand-off with police
A toddler who was the subject of an Amber Alert in both Florida and Georgia has been rescued by authorities in the Tampa Bay area and the man accused of taking him and killing three people in Georgia is in custody following a stand-off with police.
A toddler who was the subject of an Amber Alert in both Florida and Georgia has been rescued by authorities in the Tampa Bay area and the man accused of taking him and killing three people in Georgia is in custody following a stand-off with police.
Tampa megachurch pastor cancels Sunday services, says he fears for congregation's safety
The embattled Tampa megachurch pastor who was arrested Monday after leading packed church services the day before -- despite social distancing orders from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office -- says he is canceling this coming Sunday's services.
The embattled Tampa megachurch pastor who was arrested Monday after leading packed church services the day before -- despite social distancing orders from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office -- says he is canceling this coming Sunday's services.
Tenants rights groups call for rent and mortgage payments to be canceled
Wednesday marks the the first of the month, and that's usually when rent and mortgages are due for millions of people across the country.
Wednesday marks the the first of the month, and that's usually when rent and mortgages are due for millions of people across the country.
Seminole, Alachua counties ask residents to report social distancing violators
Central Florida counties are asking their residents to "see something, say something," when it comes to COVID-19 dangers.
Central Florida counties are asking their residents to "see something, say something," when it comes to COVID-19 dangers.
Behind-the-scenes: Treating patients with COVID-19 symptoms
Dr. David Kuhn of Trinity Clinic in Ocala is opening his practice to the public by posting daily videos to the clinic’s Facebook page.
Dr. David Kuhn of Trinity Clinic in Ocala is opening his practice to the public by posting daily videos to the clinic’s Facebook page.
Disney donating rain ponchos, 100K masks to hospitals in battle against coronavirus
“Since taking the unprecedented steps of closing our theme parks and stores and suspending our cruises, we have continued to focus on ways we can make a difference during this time,” Disney said in a press release.
“Since taking the unprecedented steps of closing our theme parks and stores and suspending our cruises, we have continued to focus on ways we can make a difference during this time,” Disney said in a press release.
Viral photo shows nurse separated from family due to coronavirus concerns
For the last few weeks, Kyle McBride has only been seeing his wife and four children though glass -- either a window or a computer screen.
For the last few weeks, Kyle McBride has only been seeing his wife and four children though glass -- either a window or a computer screen.
Tracking coronavirus: Florida COVID-19 cases soar to 7,773; deaths now at 101
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state has risen by 1,032 since Tuesday evening's update as the virus spreads and as more people get tested across the state.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state has risen by 1,032 since Tuesday evening's update as the virus spreads and as more people get tested across the state.
Figures: Coronavirus-related death toll topped 4,000 in the U.S.
The number of deaths related to COVID-19 in the United States topped 4,000 as of Tuesday night.
The number of deaths related to COVID-19 in the United States topped 4,000 as of Tuesday night.
Order aimed at speeding up unemployment benefits
The waiting period had been among several issues raised by Democrats and labor leaders, who have complained about the unemployment-compensation system.
The waiting period had been among several issues raised by Democrats and labor leaders, who have complained about the unemployment-compensation system.
Possibility of coronavirus outbreak in prisons sparks fear
“The problem with the prisons is that we are a little gated community --- and once it hits there, it’s going to hit," Jim Baiardi, who leads the state corrections chapter of the Florida Police Benevolent Association, said.
“The problem with the prisons is that we are a little gated community --- and once it hits there, it’s going to hit," Jim Baiardi, who leads the state corrections chapter of the Florida Police Benevolent Association, said.
Employer of Pulse gunman cleared of negligence
The decision by a three-judge panel of the 4th District Court of Appeal was a defeat for survivors and representatives of the victims of the June 2016 shooting that killed 49 people and injured dozens of others at the gay nightclub.
The decision by a three-judge panel of the 4th District Court of Appeal was a defeat for survivors and representatives of the victims of the June 2016 shooting that killed 49 people and injured dozens of others at the gay nightclub.
Stetson University student tests positive for coronavirus, school says
Stetson University said that they have identified those who may have been in contact with the student and those individuals are asked to monitor themselves for symptoms.
Stetson University said that they have identified those who may have been in contact with the student and those individuals are asked to monitor themselves for symptoms.
Tyson giving $60M in bonuses to truck drivers, frontline workers during coronavirus outbreak
Eligible team members will receive a $500 bonus, payable during the first week of July.
Eligible team members will receive a $500 bonus, payable during the first week of July.
Carnival Cruise Lines cancels select cruises through late 2020, rest of the year
While most Carnival cruises are only canceled through May 11, particular sailings that dated further out are being canceled. For example, all San Francisco sailings are canceled through the rest of the year.
While most Carnival cruises are only canceled through May 11, particular sailings that dated further out are being canceled. For example, all San Francisco sailings are canceled through the rest of the year.