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