COVID-19 protections for businesses backed in Florida Senate

The Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday approved a proposal that would give Florida businesses that “substantially” comply with public-health guidelines broad protection from coronavirus-related lawsuits filed by customers and employees.

DeSantis calls on federal government to send more COVID-19 vaccine doses to Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the federal government needs to send more COVID-19 vaccines to the state in order to meet the increasing demand from residents. But the White House pushed back, saying Florida has only administered about half of the vaccines it has been given.

Bill would require online sellers to collect Florida sales taxes

A proposal that would require more online sellers to collect Florida sales taxes and turn the money over to the state appeared before the Senate Commerce and Tourism Committee on Monday.

Buccaneers make history as first team to play Super Bowl in home stadium

With their win over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship, the Buccaneers earned a spot in Super Bowl LV, which is being played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, the Bucs’ home stadium, on February 7.

Shopping plaza near Disney to be demolished through eminent domain

A popular Orlando shopping center across the street from Walt Disney World is being turned over to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) through eminent domain.

Florida teen who killed his mother sentenced to 45 years in prison

In Volusia County, a DeBary teenager convicted of killing his mother will spend decades in prison. Gregory Ramos was sentenced on Friday and he addressed the court.

Cruise industry expert on Carnival's latest suspensions, cancellations

Disney, Celebrity, Norwegian, Princess, and Royal Caribbean are part of a growing list of cruise lines that keep hitting the pause button when it comes to resuming service.

Florida launches statewide vaccine appointment hotline

Florida's Division of Emergency Management soft-launched a new statewide appointment hotline this week.

13,719 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 272 new deaths

State healthcare agencies on Friday released the latest coronavirus numbers in Florida, reporting an increase of 13,719 new cases.

Many coronavirus patients require lengthy rehabilitation

Eliana and Humberto Hernandez have been married for 66 years and made their vows in sickness and in health. Now, the once perfectly healthy couple is suffering lingering health issues after contracting the coronavirus.

Snowbirds must show proof of Florida residency for vaccine

State-run vaccination sites in Florida, like the one at the Volusia County Fairgrounds, will now require people to prove their Florida residency.

‘A more perfect union’: Bush, Clinton, Obama echo Biden’s calls for unity on Inauguration Day 2021

Speaking during the televised broadcast “Celebrating America” after the historic inauguration of President Joe Biden’s and Vice President Kamala Harris, three former presidents shared advice for the incoming administration and echoed Biden’s calls for unity among all Americans.

Trump supporters turn out at State Capitol on Inauguration Day

After preparation for potentially large-scale protests, only about 10 supporters of President Donald Trump waved signs to motorists outside Florida’s Capitol on Wednesday as President Joe Biden was sworn into office in Washington, D.C.