Over 80 big retailers and restaurants have come under fire after a “harmful chemical” was found on their receipts, according to the Center for Environmental Health.

Due to concerns over potentially severe weather, some schools in Central Florida have announced closures ahead of time.

Vanessa Ziade is trying to raise compassionate children. But she was concerned that her goal was being undermined as she watched vitriolic battles over mask mandates play out at school board meeting after school board meeting.

As documented COVID-19 cases in Brevard Public Schools near the heights of fall’s surge, the district is working with local health organizations to secure more testing kits for students and staff.

The Brevard County School Board voted 3-2 to institute a 30-day mask policy at an emergency meeting Monday morning.