Controversial union measure backed in Florida House

The bill includes a series of requirements dealing with issues such as workers signing authorization forms if they want to join unions. Government agencies could not deduct dues from the workers’ salaries until receiving the authorization forms from bargaining agents. Also, employers would have to confirm the deduction authorizations with the workers.

Third 'presumptive positive' coronavirus case confirmed in Florida

The new patient is said to be the sister of the 20-year-old Hillsborough County woman who has already been confirmed with the coronavirus.

Florida House eyes THC limit for medical marijuana

The bill would impose a 10 percent cap on euphoria-inducing THC in medical marijuana for patients under age 21.

Major Florida Power & Light plan gets state approval

The Florida Public Service Commission’s decision came after its staff recommended rejecting the utility’s “SolarTogether” program because of the way it is structured.

More state money eyed as third coronavirus case emerges

The risk of the deadly virus spreading across Florida also has spurred the Legislature to consider pumping millions of additional dollars into public health and has prompted DeSantis to work closely with the long-term care industry to ensure that the virus doesn’t get a foothold in any of the state’s 700 nursing homes.

Tampa coronavirus patient says CDC did not take her health concerns seriously

Two friends have tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus in Hillsborough County. Now, in her first public comments, one of them insists she tried to warn authorities that she was sick as they flew back to the United States from Italy.

Cruises warn passengers that they can be denied ship access if they have coronavirus symptoms

Cruise passengers told FOX 35 News that the cruise lines are sending frequent emails to them, emphasizing the need for diligent handwashing and warning guests that they can be denied access to the ship if they have coronavirus symptoms.

Orlando Mayor Dyer endorses Mike Bloomberg for President, says 'Mike will make things happen'

When you’re a Mayor you have to make things happen, and he will bring that type of attitude to the White House," Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said during a Bloomberg campaign event on Tuesday.

UF tells students to 'self-quarantine' after canceling study abroad program in Italy over coronavirus fears

The UF senior had to return home after the school canceled their study abroad program in Italy. Then, while on the way home, UF told him and his classmates to "self-quarantine" once back in the states.