Florida Supreme Court rules against Gov. Ron Desantis on justice pick
DeSantis named Francis to the court in May, but she did not meet a constitutional requirement of being a member of the Florida Bar for 10 years.
DeSantis named Francis to the court in May, but she did not meet a constitutional requirement of being a member of the Florida Bar for 10 years.
Bars will be allowed to reopen in Florida on Monday
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation announced on Thursday that bars across Florida will be permitted to reopen on Monday, Sept. 14, at 50% occupancy.
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation announced on Thursday that bars across Florida will be permitted to reopen on Monday, Sept. 14, at 50% occupancy.
Brain-eating amoeba claims life of Florida boy, 13
The boy contracted the amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, while swimming at a campground in North Florida.
The boy contracted the amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, while swimming at a campground in North Florida.
Bar reopening news draws cheers from owners desperate to bring back customers
Bars have gotten the green light to reopen in Florida on Monday. The businesses must open at limited capacity, with 50% occupancy. News of the decision quickly spread on social media, drawing cheers from bar owners desperate to get the libations flowing again after waiting on the sidelines for months.
Bars have gotten the green light to reopen in Florida on Monday. The businesses must open at limited capacity, with 50% occupancy. News of the decision quickly spread on social media, drawing cheers from bar owners desperate to get the libations flowing again after waiting on the sidelines for months.
Inmate COVID-19 death toll at Florida prisons reaches 117, state says
The 117 inmate deaths were up from 114 in a Wednesday count, the Florida Department of Corrections reported Thursday.
The 117 inmate deaths were up from 114 in a Wednesday count, the Florida Department of Corrections reported Thursday.
Ormond Beach says yes to permits during Biketoberfest, event’s main hub says no
A heated debate over the future of BikeToberFest seems to have been settled but not without frustration and confusion.
A heated debate over the future of BikeToberFest seems to have been settled but not without frustration and confusion.
Investigation underway after gas line ruptures and causes massive fire in Seminole County
A gas line ruptured in the middle of the night in Seminole County, forcing many out of their homes. The explosion was so powerful, people felt it as they slept. Officials said it was fortunate this happened in a low population area.
A gas line ruptured in the middle of the night in Seminole County, forcing many out of their homes. The explosion was so powerful, people felt it as they slept. Officials said it was fortunate this happened in a low population area.
CDC: People with COVID-19 twice as likely to have eaten out at a restaurant before getting sick
People who tested positive for COVID-19 were twice as likely to report eating or drinking at a bar or restaurant in the past two weeks, according to the CDC.
People who tested positive for COVID-19 were twice as likely to report eating or drinking at a bar or restaurant in the past two weeks, according to the CDC.
UCF student tests positive for COVID-19 after attending class where masks were not worn
The behavior violated UCF’s policies that were implemented during the pandemic.
The behavior violated UCF’s policies that were implemented during the pandemic.
Over 2,500 new COVID-19 cases and 211 more deaths reported by Florida health officials
The latest numbers bring the statewide total of cases since the start of the coronavirus pandemic to 654,731, resulting in 12,326 deaths.
The latest numbers bring the statewide total of cases since the start of the coronavirus pandemic to 654,731, resulting in 12,326 deaths.
Florida Missing Child Alert canceled for 14-year-old girl
Kyleigh was last seen on Tuesday in the area of the 10000 block McMahon Avenue in Hastings, Florida.
Kyleigh was last seen on Tuesday in the area of the 10000 block McMahon Avenue in Hastings, Florida.
DeSantis ratchets up pressure for Florida Supreme Court pick
Palm Beach County Circuit Judge Renatha Francis is set to serve on the Florida Supreme Court.
Palm Beach County Circuit Judge Renatha Francis is set to serve on the Florida Supreme Court.
No outdoor vendors or concerts permitted at Biketoberfest
Daytona Beach city leaders on Wednesday voted on a measure that will seriously impact Biketoberfest. No outdoor vendors or concerts will be permitted this year.
Daytona Beach city leaders on Wednesday voted on a measure that will seriously impact Biketoberfest. No outdoor vendors or concerts will be permitted this year.
Orlando Immunology Center waiting for information on AstraZeneca vaccine investigation
A promising start to ending the coronavirus pandemic has hit a snag after one COVID-19 vaccine trial has been put on hold. Around 50 people in Central Florida are taking part in the trial; however, there remains 2,000 on a waiting list.
A promising start to ending the coronavirus pandemic has hit a snag after one COVID-19 vaccine trial has been put on hold. Around 50 people in Central Florida are taking part in the trial; however, there remains 2,000 on a waiting list.
Trump's Supreme Court list has Florida ties with Lagoa, Muñiz
Federal appeals-court Judge Barbara Lagoa and Florida Supreme Court Justice Carlos Muñiz were among 20 names President Donald Trump put forward Wednesday as potential U.S. Supreme Court nominees if he wins a second term.
Federal appeals-court Judge Barbara Lagoa and Florida Supreme Court Justice Carlos Muñiz were among 20 names President Donald Trump put forward Wednesday as potential U.S. Supreme Court nominees if he wins a second term.
UCF co-developing fast-acting disinfectant
Top health officials say the biggest way to stop the spread of COVID-19 is prevention, but did you know some disinfectant products don't work right away?
Top health officials say the biggest way to stop the spread of COVID-19 is prevention, but did you know some disinfectant products don't work right away?
Panic buttons adding another level of security to schools
As Central Florida students head back to class, safety measures have been put in place that goes beyond the coronavirus pandemic. Staff members now have an application or fob that works as a panic button to alert law enforcement of any issues on campus.
As Central Florida students head back to class, safety measures have been put in place that goes beyond the coronavirus pandemic. Staff members now have an application or fob that works as a panic button to alert law enforcement of any issues on campus.
Deputies speak to FOX 35 after harrowing search for missing Osteen child
After a 3-year-old boy wandered off with the family dog over the weekend, Volusia County deputies, family members, and friends all worked together to locate the child.
After a 3-year-old boy wandered off with the family dog over the weekend, Volusia County deputies, family members, and friends all worked together to locate the child.
'Not free money:' Federal payroll tax 'holiday' starting soon
Workers will still be on the hook for the taxes, which they will have to begin repaying in 2021 -- doubling payroll tax until workers pay back what they deferred.
Workers will still be on the hook for the taxes, which they will have to begin repaying in 2021 -- doubling payroll tax until workers pay back what they deferred.
'Savi's Workshop' to reopen at Disney's Hollywood Studios, allows guests to build lightsabers
Guests can reportedly construct their own lightsaber, bringing it to life with the power of a kyber crystal.
Guests can reportedly construct their own lightsaber, bringing it to life with the power of a kyber crystal.