Orlando's smaller attractions push for reopening
Smaller tourist attractions in Orange County hope to open soon. A local task force has already adjustments in capacity, temperature checks and strict social distancing and aggressive cleaning.
Smaller tourist attractions in Orange County hope to open soon. A local task force has already adjustments in capacity, temperature checks and strict social distancing and aggressive cleaning.
Orange County Task Force approves phased reopening of Universal Orlando, public allowed on June 5th
Universal Orlando Resort will enact several safety protocols, including temperature checks at every entrance, mandatory masks for both guests and employees, a touchless experience, mobile food ordering, increased use of the Universal app on mobile devices, and more.
Universal Orlando Resort will enact several safety protocols, including temperature checks at every entrance, mandatory masks for both guests and employees, a touchless experience, mobile food ordering, increased use of the Universal app on mobile devices, and more.
County approves reopening plans for Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando could reopen early next month after a local task force approved plans that now go before Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for review.
Universal Orlando could reopen early next month after a local task force approved plans that now go before Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for review.
Local petting zoo employee fired after video of goat tossing surfaces
Video that allegedly shows a former petting zoo employee tossing a goat is circulating on social media.
Video that allegedly shows a former petting zoo employee tossing a goat is circulating on social media.
Orange County to soon hand out stimulus checks of its own
Orange County will soon hand out stimulus checks of its own. If you're eligible, you could apply to receive $1,000 check from the county.
Orange County will soon hand out stimulus checks of its own. If you're eligible, you could apply to receive $1,000 check from the county.
Volusia County opening all beach ramps
Volusia County on Wednesday reopened all of its beach ramps ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, which is expected to draw big crowds.
Volusia County on Wednesday reopened all of its beach ramps ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, which is expected to draw big crowds.
Vice President Pence visits Orlando nursing home
Vice President Pence visited an Orlando-area nursing home on Wednesday as part of an initiative to deliver personal protective equipment (PPE) to more than 15,000 nursing homes across America.
Vice President Pence visited an Orlando-area nursing home on Wednesday as part of an initiative to deliver personal protective equipment (PPE) to more than 15,000 nursing homes across America.
SeaWorld testing face masks on rides
SeaWorld Orlando is preparing for reopening at some point, likely in June. On Wednesday, technicians were testing roller coasters with employees who were spotted wearing masks .
SeaWorld Orlando is preparing for reopening at some point, likely in June. On Wednesday, technicians were testing roller coasters with employees who were spotted wearing masks .
Orlando mayor visits Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer toured Universal Orlando and Universal CityWalk. He said he was impressed with safety measures and would feel "very safe" visiting the attractions.
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer toured Universal Orlando and Universal CityWalk. He said he was impressed with safety measures and would feel "very safe" visiting the attractions.
Disney Springs partially opens
Disney Springs partially reopened on Wednesday. Turnout was light, which may it easy for people to practice social distancing.
Disney Springs partially reopened on Wednesday. Turnout was light, which may it easy for people to practice social distancing.
Vice President Pence visits Orlando
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld Orlando will present plans for reopening this week. On Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was joined by Vice President Mike Pence in Orlando where they hosted a round table discussion on how to safely reopen the hospitality and leisure industry.
Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld Orlando will present plans for reopening this week. On Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was joined by Vice President Mike Pence in Orlando where they hosted a round table discussion on how to safely reopen the hospitality and leisure industry.
Governor Desantis visits an Orlando nursing home with VP Mike Pence
Governor DeSantis made the comments while visiting an Orlando nursing home with Vice President Mike Pence.
Governor DeSantis made the comments while visiting an Orlando nursing home with Vice President Mike Pence.
City of Apopka partners with COVID Safe Pass app
Businesses in Apopka are hoping to earn a "Gold Seal Standard," part of a voluntary program certifying that employers and employees have been tested for COVID-19.
Businesses in Apopka are hoping to earn a "Gold Seal Standard," part of a voluntary program certifying that employers and employees have been tested for COVID-19.
Woman who ran Florida COVID-19 dashboard off the job
The woman who helped run Florida's coronavirus digital dashboard claims she was fired because she refused to adjust numbers to support reopening. Gov. Ron DeSantis responded by saying the woman in question was insubordinate.
The woman who helped run Florida's coronavirus digital dashboard claims she was fired because she refused to adjust numbers to support reopening. Gov. Ron DeSantis responded by saying the woman in question was insubordinate.
Tracking the Tropics: May 19, 2020
FOX 35 Chief Meteorologist Glenn Richards gives you the latest in the Atlantic.
FOX 35 Chief Meteorologist Glenn Richards gives you the latest in the Atlantic.
Orange County surveys parents on reopening of schools
School districts are still trying to determine when and how to reopen classrooms to children. Orange County officials have sent out a survey to get feedback from parents.
School districts are still trying to determine when and how to reopen classrooms to children. Orange County officials have sent out a survey to get feedback from parents.
DeSantis says billions in benefits have been paid
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says, since March, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) has paid out over $2.6 billion in unemployment benefits.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says, since March, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) has paid out over $2.6 billion in unemployment benefits.
OPD: Driver shot before crashing into building
Police say a a driver was shot and then crashed into an Orlando apartment complex. The suspect was seen fleeing the complex. Investigators say the injuries to the driver are not life-threatening.
Police say a a driver was shot and then crashed into an Orlando apartment complex. The suspect was seen fleeing the complex. Investigators say the injuries to the driver are not life-threatening.
Florida man stuck on cruise ship in Italy
A Florida man has been stuck on a cruise ship in Italy for two month. He wants to return home but keeps testing positive for COVID-19.
A Florida man has been stuck on a cruise ship in Italy for two month. He wants to return home but keeps testing positive for COVID-19.
Small theme park attractions like FunSpot, Gatorland, ICON Park want to reopen this week
Smaller Orlando attractions have their reopening plans in place and are awaiting approval from local and state authorities.
Smaller Orlando attractions have their reopening plans in place and are awaiting approval from local and state authorities.