Florida to get fewer coronavirus vaccine doses than hoped

With nearly 180,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses slated to head this way, Gov. Ron DeSantis acknowledged on Friday that the amount coming to Florida is less than what he initially anticipated.

Florida reports second day of 11,000-plus new COVID cases

Friday marked the second day in a row that state healthcare agencies reported over 11,000 new cases of coronavirus numbers in Florida.

After losing wife, struggling in business, Sanford dad surprised with check

It's been a heartbreaking year for Aaron Butler. His wife passed away and his business is dealing with hardships because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But, the Sanford community came together to help the local business owner.

DeSantis: Florida to receive nearly 180,000 COVID-19 vaccines

Florida will receive 179,400 doses of Pfizer Inc.’s vaccine in its first shipment from the federal government, Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a video recording released Thursday evening.

Coach banned from youth league after video shows alleged player abuse

An American Youth Football (AYF) coach has received a lifetime ban from the organization after video of an incident surfaced which appears to show the coach striking and then pushing a child-athlete, the organization said.

Florida reports 9,592 new COVID-19 cases, 84 additional deaths

The Florida Department of Health reported 9,592 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, with an additional 84 deaths.

Seminole County couple demands action after dog is mauled to death

Two dogs were caught on camera mauling another dog to death. One dog will be put down by Seminole County Animal Services, but the other dog will remain with its owner. The incident happened outside a business in Sanford.

Crump files lawsuits in death of Florida inmate Gregory Edwards

Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump has filed lawsuits against the Brevard County Sheriff's Office and the City of West Melbourne after the death of Gregory Edwards, an inmate who died in custody at the county jail.

Receipt at local business shows 'COVID Admin Fee'

A COVID charge appeared on the receipt of a local business this week, according to an Apopka man.

Flagler Palm Coast principal dies after fight with COVID-19

A Central Florida high school principal who tested positive for COVID-19 last month has died, according to Flagler Schools Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt.

Pence announces Space Force bases, plans for honoring Chuck Yeager

Two military installations in Florida will be the first to carry the "Space Force" moniker, Vice President Mike Pence announced during a visit to the Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday.

Florida's attorney general backs Texas challenge to election results in four states

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on Wednesday joined 16 other states in backing a last-chance effort by Texas to get the U.S. Supreme Court to block election results in four swing states where the vote went in favor of President-elect Joe Biden.

'Savage' heron eats juvenile alligator on Lake Apopka

A Florida wildlife photographer answered a question no one thought to ask -- until they saw her photos.

Ocala Christmas Parade canceled
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Ocala has called off this year's Christmas Parade. Last week, the Marion County School District banned students from participating in the parade which significantly reduced the number of marchers.

Ocala Christmas Parade approved
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The Ocala Christmas Parade has been given the green light but organizers question whether they should proceed given that the Marion County School Board is prohibiting participation by student organizations and bands.

Marion County School Board votes against higher raise for veteran teachers

Veterans teachers in Florida are frustrated over what they say is a shrinking pay gap between those with years of education compared to new teachers.