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Monoclonal antibody treatment: What you need to knowORLANDO, Fla. — Florida will open five new monoclonal antibody treatment sites on Tuesday. It is located at the former Walgreens location on State Road 436. Monoclonal antibody treatments are free and vaccination status does not matter. READ: Coronavirus: Total US COVID-19 cases top 65M; Florida becomes 3rd state to top 5M infectionsHealth officials said the monoclonal antibody treatment showed a 70% reduction in hospitalization and death in clinical trials. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Monoclonal antibody treatment Here are nine things you need to know about the treatment, according to Tampa General Hospital’s Global Emerging Diseases Institute.

The U.S. Supreme Court blocked a federal vaccine requirement Thursday pushed by the Biden Administration for employees at large businesses to get a COVID-19 vaccine or test regularly while working.

With the continuation of long lines for COVID-19 testing, one local leader is calling on the state to help Osceola County residents.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Brevard County held its first COVID-19 briefing of the year, and cases are on the rise. There are still 100,000 to 150,000 people in the county who have not been vaccinated. However, the location does close for lunch between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.READ: COVID-19 testing site to open at Camping World Stadium next weekCounty officials said COVID-19 is pervasive throughout the county. The Florida Department of Health said Friday it is seeing 150 cases a day in school-age children, and the omicron variant may not have peaked yet. Health officials said it’s still a smaller number than what was seen during the height of delta variant infections this past summer.

Florida continues to break its records as the number of daily COVID-19 cases continues to rise.

The county has contracted with Family Health Source to manage the testing site at the Volusia County Fairgrounds in DeLand starting on Monday.

The Florida Department of Health has a novel solution for the increased demand of COVID-19 tests: asking people not to find out if they are...

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday the state is shipping about 1 million at-home coronavirus tests to nursing homes and assisted living facilities, with the kits...

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health released updated guidelines on who officials say should get tested for COVID-19 and when. These private facilities are offering COVID-19 testing by appointmentHere’s who the department recommends should be tested and when:Individuals with symptoms of COVID-19 and who are at an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19:Should get tested for COVID-19 soon after symptom onset. Should seek early monoclonal antibody or antiviral drug treatment and seek other medical treatment as necessary. READ: Coronavirus: CDC clarifies isolation guidanceIndividuals with symptoms and who are not at an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19:Consider getting tested for COVID-19 soon after symptom onset. Seek medical treatment only as necessary.

Saying that the “federal government is not going to come through” on a plan to distribute at-home coronavirus tests, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday said...

Saying that the “federal government is not going to come through” on a plan to distribute at-home coronavirus tests, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday said the state is honing its own strategy to send tests to vulnerable Floridians.

For the first time since Dec. 17, Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on the state's response to the omicron surge in Florida.

At least 62,504 Florida residents have died of COVID-19 since the pandemic began in early 2020, according to a report released Friday by the Florida Department of Health.

At least 62,504 Florida residents have died of COVID-19 since the pandemic began in early 2020, according to a report released Friday by the Florida Department of Health.

Lake County to offer vaccines and boosters at select schools as COVID-19 cases riseLAKE COUNTY. Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Lake County will continue offering COVID vaccines and boosters at select schools for eligible students, staff and community residents starting Tuesday. Students return to school on Tues, Jan. 4, amid heightened concerns about the increasing number of positive COVID cases in Florida and around the country. Here are a few things you should know before classes resume: https://t.co/MiQ1eBYBn3 pic.twitter.com/pM7L7Skvcy — Lake County Schools (@lakeschools) December 30, 2021FIRST DOSEJan. 4: Leesburg Elementary Cafeteria, 4-6 p.m.Jan. 6: Triangle Elementary Media Center, 4-6 p.m.Feb. 15: Sawgrass Bay Elementary Media Center, 4-6 p.m.Feb. 17: Cypress Ridge Elementary Media Center, 4-6 p.m.SECOND DOSEJan. 25: Leesburg Elementary Cafeteria, 4-6 p.m.Jan. 27: Triangle Elementary Media Center, 4-6 p.m.March 8: Sawgrass Bay Elementary Media Center, 4-6 p.m.March 10: Cypress Ridge Elementary Media Center, 4-6 p.m.READ: Coronavirus: Isolate or quarantine? LCS employees return to work on Monday, Jan. 3, and students to school on Tuesday, Jan. 4.

Florida continues to break its records as the number of daily COVID-19 cases continues to rise.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Scientists said they believe COVID-19 cases and reinfections are on the rise. READ: Here’s where you can find COVID-19 testing in Central FloridaThe department has not issued updated numbers, but doctors anticipate that percentage is higher now after the explosion of cases. With so many people testing positive, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expected a higher number of breakthrough cases. New research shows that breakthrough cases are more common in older individuals and women. People with HIV infection, rheumatoid arthritis and solid organ transplant had a higher rate of breakthrough infection.

Health officials issue blue-green algae bloom caution for Lake Cheltone The Florida Department of Health in Orange County has issued a Health Caution for the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Chelton. (Florida Department Of Health Orange County)WINTER PARK, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is notifying residents near Lake Chelton of a blue-green algae bloom. Officials learned of the bloom after water samples showed evidence of the possible contamination Dec. 28. More information about Florida’s water quality status and public health notifications can be found here. To report an algae bloom, contact FDEP at 855-305-3903 or online.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is notifying residents near Lake Estelle of a blue-green algae bloom. Officials learned of the bloom after water samples showed evidence of the possible contamination Dec. 27. Read: Walt Disney World announces reopening date for Typhoon LagoonBlue-green algae is a common occurrence in freshwater environments throughout Florida and can appear year-round. To report an algae bloom, contact FDEP at 855-305-3903 or online. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

An event giving away at-home test kits hit capacity early Wednesday.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County will host several free COVID-19 vaccination events this week. Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available, as well as the flu shot for those under 55 years old. The vaccinations are offered on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last. UPDATE: Holiday travel continues to surge at OIA, here are the latest parking updatesSee the full schedule below. MondayBelle Isle Old Bank of America Building6003 Hansel Ave., Orlando3-7 p.m.READ: Coronavirus tests: How can you get an at-home COVID-19 test?

The state health department reported 125,201 new cases on Friday in a one-week period as the omicron variant of COVID-19 continues to spread.

After both sides said the case was moot, the 1st District Court of Appeal on Wednesday dismissed a high-profile legal fight about the state’s efforts...

Advisory signs are posted on six areas of beach on the Space Coast for high levels of bacteria, according to the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County.

After a second week of increasing COVID-19 cases, the Space Coast once again became a community of 'substantial transmission', according to data released by the Florida Department of Health on Friday and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicators.

Osceola County reports an increase in people seeking boosters as the omicron variant continues to spreads.

As more cases of the new omicron variant of COVID-19 continue to be identified, the U.S. expanding booster shot eligibility of the Pfizer vaccine Thursday.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Science Center will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccine event later this month. READ: New eye drops could replace reading glasses for millionsThe event will be held Saturday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. Those who get a vaccine will receive a complimentary ticket for general admission that can be redeemed either later that day or on their next visit, the science center said. READ: US expands COVID-19 booster recommendations to include 16- and 17-year-oldsThe science center will host presentations on COVID-19 vaccines work and how mRNA vaccines are developed throughout the day. For more information about the vaccine event, click here or call 407-514-2000.

Orange County Public Schools is doing its part to help the county reach its goal to get at least 50% of students vaccinated by January 2022.

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County said in the last couple of weeks they’ve seen an increase when it comes to people wanting COVID-19 booster shots.

The Florida Department of Health confirmed on Tuesday doctors have identified the first confirmed instance of the omicron variant in the state.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — Seminole County is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests and vaccine shots this week. Seminole County Office of Emergency Management and the Florida Department of Health in Seminole will offer a COVID-19 vaccine and at-home test kit distribution drive-thru event at Winter Springs High School, 130 Tuskawilla Road, on Saturday. BinaxNOW rapid at-home test kits will be distributed in the football stadium parking lot from 9 a.m. to noon, or until supplies last. READ: Health officials give away 5K at-home COVID-19 test kits in Seminole CountyCounty officials said the rapid at-home kits will alleviate laboratory delays and test-site traffic with the anticipated influx of individuals requiring proof of a negative COVID-19 test for travel throughout the holiday season. Each household at the distribution event will receive a family six-pack of Abbott BinaxNOW rapid at-home test kits with virtual proctor instructions, which has a $150 value.

Seminole County hopes to lessen the pressure on their testing sites this holiday season by handing out six packs of at-home COVID-19 test. The county's...

U.S. government and health leaders are working to combat the omicron variant cropping up across the country.

Orange County is offering several COVID-19 vaccination events around Orlando prior to Thanksgiving Day.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed off on four bills Thursday to prohibit mandated COVID-19 vaccinations for Florida students and workers, calling HB 1B the “strongest piece of legislation” enacted against such mandates anywhere in the U.S.

Here's where you can get your kids, age 5 and up, their COVID-19 shot.

Osceola County to offer COVID-19 vaccines for students ages 5 and up this weekOSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County will host a COVID-19 vaccination event for students ages 5 and up this week. The free vaccine event will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1875 Fortune Road in Kissimmee. This event is for all Osceola County students ages 5 and older who are attending public, private, charter and virtual schools. FDOH-Osceola continues to offer the Pfizer vaccine for those 5 years of age and older and the Moderna vaccine for those 18 and older by appointment. READ: Millions of Ellume COVID-19 home tests recalled over manufacturing defectResidents interested in receiving a COVID-19 vaccination may call 407-552-0120.

Following U.S. health officials’ approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for younger children, Central Florida counties began rolling out vaccinations for kids 5-11 this week.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Starting next week, the Florida Department of Health will offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at schools across Lake County. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<The CDC recently approved the Pfizer COVID vaccine for use in children between the ages of five and eleven years old. READ: Coronavirus: What are the most common side effects of the vaccine for kids ages 5-11? Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots will also be available for anyone who’s eligible. READ: Health officials give away 5K at-home COVID-19 test kits in Seminole CountyPatients are asked to complete a consent form before arriving at the vaccination site.

The Florida Department of Health in Lake County is hosting multiple free COVID-19 vaccination events across school campuses next week, according to Lake County Public Schools.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — The Seminole County Government, along with the Florida Department of Health, gave out 5,000 free COVID-19 at-home, rapid test kits at the Oviedo Mall Tuesday. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<Program Administrator Kelly Welch says the tests are accurate, universally accepted, and can be used in conjunction with telehealth providers. “This is a nasal hair test, so it doesn’t go all the way in,” Welch said. Check out CDC’s new videos for tips on performing a test at home and interpreting your results. pic.twitter.com/dM42fU5fia — CDC (@CDCgov) October 12, 2021Oviedo resident Garrett Pohl was among those who waited in line to get a kit.

School boards are asking an appeals court to “expedite” consideration of a challenge to a Florida Department of Health rule aimed at preventing student mask...

The filing came shortly after Administrative Law Judge Brian Newman rejected a challenge to a Sept. 22 emergency rule.

The U.S. on Thursday announced a sweeping <a href="https://www.clickorlando.com/news/politics/2021/11/04/us-mandates-vaccines-or-tests-for-big-companies-by-jan-4/" target="_blank">COVID-19 vaccine mandate </a>that will require workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested for the virus if they work at a company with more than 100 employees.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — At their weekly COVID-19 briefing, Orange County leaders were able to share some good news. As of Wednesday, the Florida Department of Health is reporting that Orange County’s 14-day rolling positivity rate is 3.15%. “If things change in the future, and the virus reignites itself, then perhaps we’ll make some modifications,” Demings said. Other takeaways from Thursday’s briefing were that 76% of eligible residents 12 and older have had one vaccine dose, and 66% of eligible residents 12 and older have completed their vaccination series. (It) doesn’t mean it’s going to this time, but you have to prepare your kids, so this is a preemptive approach for prevention.” Pino said.

Orange County children ages 5-11 could be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as the winter holiday season, local leaders announced at a Thursday news conference.

Here's the latest on the coronavirus and how it's affecting the Orlando, Florida, area.

ORLANDO, Fla. — More than 100 separate entities are being investigated by the Florida Department of Health for possible violations of the state’s ban on vaccine passports. The law, signed in May, prohibits businesses, government agencies, and schools from requiring documentation of a COVID-19 vaccination or post-infection proof. Thrilled to sign legislation that prohibits COVID-19 vaccine passports in Florida. According to the health department, only those actually found to be in violation of the law will be fined. They’re facing a fine of nearly $3.6 million for its vaccine requirements for county employees.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Five years after Florida officially approved medical marijuana, there are still no Black farmers growing it in the state. When Florida first opened up licenses to grow and sell medical marijuana, the application fee was $60,000. in 1999 the feds agreed to pay more than $1 billion to 16,000 Black farmers, about 2,000 in Florida. These 2,000 are the only farmers who are eligible to apply for Florida’s extra medical marijuana license, but now at twice the price. “That’s a big hill for us to climb as Black farmers acquiring the medical marijuana license,” Warthen said.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried said she will hold a news conference regarding a “discriminatory rule” recently announced by the Florida Department of Health. The rule creates new financial and regulatory burdens that only affects Black farmers applying for medical marijuana licenses who are recognized class members of the historic Pigford v. Glickman discrimination lawsuit. Fried will be joined by Rep. Geraldine Thompson and Erik Range, chairman of the Board of Minorities For Medical Marijuana. The news conference will start at 1 p.m. and is being held in Orlando. READ: “Love one another”: Lt. Debra Clayton’s widower reflects on wife’s passion for law enforcementChannel 9 will live stream the conference on its website.

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Marion County Public Schools announced Friday that face masks are now totally optional for students, staff, visitors and volunteers. Officials said the changes come after the Florida Department of Health — Marion County released COVID-19 data that met the criteria laid out by the school board’s face-covering resolution. READ: ‘The summer Delta surge in Florida is over,’ Florida Hospital Association CEO saysAs of Friday, both of those numbers have held steady for at least two weeks. Officials said face coverings can still be worn by anyone on public school property in Marion County. Elementary schools in particular can soon schedule campus events that previously were not allowed.

A Leon County circuit judge has scheduled a two-day hearing next month in a lawsuit alleging the Florida Department of Health has violated public-records laws...

ORLANDO, Fla. — A judge is listening on Thursday to the challenge filed by Orange County and six other school boards, over Gov. Ron DeSantis’ order over masking at schools. READ: Coronavirus: CDC advisers recommend J&J, Moderna boostersThe school boards have argued the process the state used to override their mask policies, was basically no process, while the state held that anything it did was within its power. READ: Mayor says Orange County will ‘aggressively defend’ vaccine mandate in court after firefighter firedThe school boards, including Orange County, are challenging the governor’s emergency order against mask mandates, saying no opt-outs make schools safer. But the real issue in this legal challenge, argued the Florida Department of Health, is using its authority to enforce parental rights.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings provided a COVID-19 update during a news conference Thursday.

Dr. Stephen Bickel, medical director of the Florida Department of Health in Flagler County renewed his “HIV Specialist” credentials.

An administrative law judge Wednesday rejected a request by the Florida Department of Health to dismiss a challenge by six school boards to a rule that seeks to prevent student mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic.

An administrative law judge Wednesday rejected a request by the Florida Department of Health to dismiss a challenge by six school boards to a rule...

A hearing starts Wednesday in the challenge filed by the school boards in Miami-Dade, Broward, Orange, Duval, Alachua and Leon counties.

The proposal (SB 452), filed by Sen. Keith Perry, R-Gainesville, would bar cities and counties from requiring masks or medical procedures.

The Orlando Science Center is offering COVID-19 booster shots to those who are eligible during an event Saturday.

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health is warning residents and visitors to use caution around the Kissimmee River after tests revealed the presence of toxins from blue-green algae blooms. They’re advising people to avoid drinking or swimming in water where there is a visible algae bloom. To report an algae bloom, call the Florida Department of Environmental Services at 855-305-3903. Sampling is just one component of the state’s response to algal blooms statewide. For more information on the potential health effects of algal blooms, click here.

The Florida Department of Health on Friday proposed a long-term rule to try to prevent school mask mandates and give parents more authority to decide...

Amid a series of legal battles, a Senate Republican on Wednesday filed a proposal that would put into state law a ban on school districts...

A letter from the state Board of Education was sent to the Orange County school board Tuesday, giving the district 48 hours to comply before facing financial consequences.

The Florida Board of Education sends a formal notice to the Brevard County School Board, giving the district 48 hours to comply with state student mask mandate rules.

OSCEOLA COUNTY , Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County is urging residents to get vaccinated against the flu. Officials with the department of health say flu shots are recommended for everyone, especially those at higher risk of serious complications from influenza. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<Watch: Dash cam video shows moment crane collapsed near AdventHealth OrlandoA seasonal flu shot is recommended for those six months of age and older. Free flu shots for children and adults with no insurance will be available Monday, Oct. 18-22 at the main campus located at 1875 Fortune Road in Kissimmee. You can find more information about the FDOH-Osceola flu shot event here.

Florida has issued its first fine to a county it says violated a new state law banning coronavirus vaccine mandates and for firing fired 14 workers who failed to get the shots.

Florida has issued its first fine to a county it says violated a new state law banning coronavirus vaccine mandates and for firing 14 workers who failed to get the shots. The Florida Department of Health on Tuesday issued the $3.5 million fine for Leon County, home to the state capital, saying the municipality violated Florida's “vaccine passport" law, which prohibits businesses and governments from requiring people to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. “These are people that, presumably, have been serving throughout this whole time and now all of a sudden they’re basically getting kicked to the curb,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said at a news conference in St. Pete Beach.

This is the fifth algal bloom detection at the lake with previous sighting on Sept. 30, Sept. 15, Aug. 23 and July 21.

On Monday, health officials in Orange County urged people overdue for their second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, to get the shot.

The alert was issued after a raccoon tested positive for rabies in the area surrounding Harts Lake and Lake Geneva.

Eight Florida school districts, including in Orange and Brevard counties, found not in compliance with state COVID-19 measures Thursday will face financial consequences if they do not comply.

Six school districts have challenged a revised Florida Department of Health rule that seeks to block student mask requirements and allow parents to decide whether children go to school after being exposed to people with COVID-19.

A new partnership is happening in Seminole County to help better serve victims of sexual assault, violent crime and traumatic circumstances.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings spoke about the potential of the county facing a lawsuit from some of its firefighters during a news conference on Monday.

Rejecting arguments by parents of children with disabilities, a federal judge has refused to reconsider a decision that backed Gov. Ron DeSantis in a battle...

Afederal judge has refused to reconsider a decision that backed Gov. Ron DeSantis in a battle about student mask requirements in schools.

As the number of new COVID-19 cases continues to drop in Florida, the state on Friday reported an average of 5,396 new cases per day over the last week.

>>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<READ: Big drop in US teen vaping seen with COVID school closuresThrilled to sign legislation that prohibits COVID-19 vaccine passports in Florida. Neither government, nor private businesses, will be able to condition your participation in everyday life on producing private health information. https://t.co/0NMBk1l9zI — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) May 3, 2021According to the health department, any Floridian or visitor can submit complaints by sending an e-mail to VaxPassFreeFL@FLHealth.gov. The health department will then determine whether the complaint is valid. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

School boards in five counties — Miami-Dade, Broward, Orange, Alachua and Leon — filed legal challenges against the Department of Health rule. [The Flagler County School Board on Aug. 17 voted against adopting a mask mandate in any form.] The initial and revised rules were aimed at allowing parents to “opt out” their children from school mask requirements. The revised Department of Health rule, issued Sept. 22, included a change that targeted the districts requiring such medical documentation. As of Wednesday morning, the state Division of Administrative Hearings website did not show challenges filed against the revised rule.

The Brevard County School Board will meet Tuesday to discuss its mask mandate.

The Florida Department of Health is trying to scuttle a public-records lawsuit seeking Covid-19 data on claims of confidentiality.

Following the Food and Drug Administration’s backing of Pfizer booster shots, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also endorsed booster shots for older or vulnerable Americans.

Seminole County officials will host a panel to discuss the upcoming flu season Friday at 10:30 a.m., according to a release from Seminole County.

The Florida Department of Health in Flagler County has reports of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in two childcare centers in the community.

About a fifth of the district’s 13,000 students have missed school either because of covid illness or because of quarantine requirements so far this year. Administrative Law Judge Brian Newman said during a telephone hearing Wednesday morning that he did not have any “wiggle room” after the revised rule was issued. Another substantial change in the revised rule deals with protocols for students who have been exposed to covid-19. Under one protocol, students will be able to return to school after they receive negative tests and are asymptomatic. Under a third protocol, students could return with written permission from doctors or advanced registered nurse practitioners.

Pointing to a need to “minimize the amount of time students are removed from in-person learning,” the Florida Department of Health on Wednesday issued a revised rule that gives parents more authority to decide whether children go to school after being exposed to people who have COVID-19.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Science Center is offering a free day of admission to people who get their COVID-19 vaccine shot at the center on Saturday. The Florida Department of Health will be at the science center on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to offer vaccines on a first-come, first-serve basis. READ: Orange County extends free COVID-19 testing, vaccinations through OctoberThose who get the vaccine will also receive a complimentary ticket for general admission that can be redeemed that day, or on another visit. During the day, Orlando Science Center will host presentations that explain how COVID-19 vaccines work and how mRNA vaccines are developed. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

August has been named the deadliest month of the pandemic so far, according to Orange County leaders, with at least 388 deaths, and more are expected to be added to the tally.

The Florida Department of Health has issued warnings in multiple Central Florida counties about harmful algae toxins found in different bodies of water.

The long-touted vaccine passport ban in Florida takes effect today. That could mean millions of dollars in fines for Orange County. The law passed by...

A new report released by the CDC and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services breaks down COVID-19 deaths by county in the State of Florida, the first time this data has been released to the public since the Florida Department of Health took down the daily COVID-19 dashboard in early June.

A weekly report released Friday by the Florida Department of Health shows that the state has added 2,448 COVID-19 deaths and is nearing 49,000 since...

President Joe Biden announced sweeping new federal vaccine mandates Thursday evening as a way to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 delta variant.

Dr. Raul Pino with the Florida Department of Health confirmed 70% of people 12 and older in Orange County have received a COVID-19 vaccine.

In a new front in the fight about mask mandates, three school boards are challenging a Florida Department of Health rule designed to prevent districts...

Florida's Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran sent a letter to Orange County Public Schools announcing an investigation into the district after the OCPS School Board...

The Florida Center for Government Accountability and House Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith are suing the Florida Department of Health.

The Bunnell branch library is closing to prepare for a move to Marvin's Gardens, smoke testing, the wonders of forests.