Florida police department offers to test your illegal drugs for the coronavirus

“If you have recently purchased cocaine, meth, heroin, or any other street drugs locally, it may be contaminated with the coronavirus. Please bring the drugs to the police department and we will test them for free.”

Feds boost testing aid as coronavirus cases climb

The federal government will send “tens of thousands” of novel coronavirus testing kits to the state and asked people not to purchase a type of tight-fitting mask to protect themselves from the contagion, Gov. Ron DeSantis on said on Thursday.

Wild temperature swings expected in coming days

After a day of record-breaking heat, we now monitor a major drop in our temps during the next 24 hours. 

Arrest made in investigation into falsified voter registrations

The Lake County Supervisor of Elections, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, and the State Attorney’s Office have announced an arrest in their investigation into 119 falsified voter registrations.

Global Health Conference canceled due to coronavirus concerns

The Orange County Convention Center and the conference both confirmed that he is still expected to speak at the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition on Monday afternoon.

Coronavirus update: 8 cases tied to Florida

There are now eight cases of coronavirus tied to Florida, health officials said on Wednesday. 

Traveling? Here's how the Orlando International Airport is preparing amid the coronavirus

Officials say that typically, during cold and flu season, the cleaning schedules at the terminals and airside are increased. However,  in response to the coronavirus, additional measures have been implemented.

Specialty plate revamp approved in Florida House

Over objections of House Democrats, lawmakers are trying to increase the number of specialty license plates while putting new guardrails around the process.

Florida House gives approval to moment of silence

The Florida House overwhelmingly approved a proposal Wednesday that would require public schools to hold moments of silence at the beginning of each school day.

Quick gambling deal remains a long shot

House Speaker José Oliva indicated Wednesday that lawmakers won’t be able to finalize a gambling deal before the scheduled end of the legislative session on March 13.

Report: Ultra Music Festival in Miami postponed indefinitely due to coronavirus

The Ultra Music Festival slated to happen later this month in Miami has been canceled, according to media reports, as city leaders previously expressed concerns over the three-day mass gathering amid fears that the new coronavirus could spread.

Florida first responders prepare for coronavirus while on 911 calls

Not every emergency will require a hazmat suit and mask but it is what our responders are trained to use if and when they go into what is known as a severe respiratory event.