Latest COVID-19 numbers: Florida cases top 37,400 as deaths near 1,500
There are now more than 37,400 reported cases of the coronavirus in Florida, with 1,471 deaths. As of 11 a.m., Tuesday, the Florida Department ofRead More
2 Florida panthers found dead from separate vehicle strikes
NAPLES, Fla. (AP) — Two endangered Florida panthers have been found dead from apparent vehicle strikes just days apart after more than a month withRead More
DeSantis says ‘broken’ unemployment system was inherited amid investigation
The governor of Florida continues to demand actions and answers after the state’s unemployment system failed millions of Floridians who have found themselves without aRead More
Some 2020 grads will take victory lap at Daytona speedway
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Seniors at two Florida high schools won’t be taking the traditional walk across the stage to receive their diplomas becauseRead More
Florida takes a hesitant step toward reopening amid outbreak
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A three-tiered plan to lift the stay-at-home orders in Florida began Monday with the first wave focused on opening restaurants andRead More
Monroe County moves into phase 1 of reopening with certain restrictions still in place
Monroe County officials are prepared to move the island chain into phase one of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order but will keep certain restrictionsRead More
Latest COVID-19 numbers: Florida cases top 36,800 as deaths near 1,400
There are now more than 36,800 reported cases of the coronavirus in Florida, with 1,399 deaths. As of 11 a.m., Monday, the Florida Department ofRead More
Infant manatee rescued from rocks in Islamorada
An infant manatee has been rescued after being trapped in Islamorada. The calf was spotted alone beneath some underwater rocks along a private dock onRead More
Florida deputy accused of stealing money orders on patrol
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — A deputy in Florida stands accused of cashing out blank money orders from a car he pulled over while on patrol.Read More
Antsy businesses, residents prep for Florida reopening
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Business owners across much of Florida were busy Sunday preparing to reopen under new restrictions. Restaurants spaced out tables six-feetRead More