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WATCH LIVE at 8:30 a.m.: DeSantis speaks at Memorial Day event

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will speak at a Memorial Day event.

A warning and 2 advisories in effect for 4 regions in the area

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WATCH LIVE at 8:30 a.m.: DeSantis speaks at Memorial Day event

A warning and 2 advisories in effect for 4 regions in the area

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Insider extra: How to check whether your name was used on a fraudulent SBA emergency loan

The Pandemic Response Accountability Committee found a connection of more than 69,000 “suspicious” social security numbers used to collect $5.4 billion in SBA emergency loans.

Is your name on a fraudulent SBA emergency loan? Here’s how you can check

The Pandemic Response Accountability Committee found a connection of more than 69,000 “suspicious” social security numbers used to collect $5.4 billion in SBA emergency loans.

Florida sees 20,045 new cases as CDC panel says COVID shots should be added to recommended vaccinations

With concerns rising about a possible winter surge of cases, a panel of experts has unanimously voted to add the COVID-19 shot to the list of recommended vaccines for children.

Florida reports 22,630 COVID cases as 11.5 million Americans get updated COVID booster shots

Over the last two weeks, Florida has reported 21,586 new cases of COVID-19 and 522 virus-related deaths to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Florida reports 40,351 COVID cases as UN reconvenes, more countries drop tourism restraints

Florida over the last two weeks has reported XX,XXX new cases of COVID-19 and XXX virus-related deaths to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Florida reports 67,747 COVID cases as WHO reports ‘welcome decline’ in global figures

Florida over the last two weeks has reported XX,XXX new cases of COVID-19 and X,XXX virus-related deaths to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Florida reports 89,119 COVID cases as Pfizer submits updated booster for FDA approval

Pfizer asked U.S. regulators to approve its combination COVID-19 vaccine that adds protection against the newest omicron strains after the Food and Drug Administration ordered the minds behind the vaccine to tweak their shots.

Florida reports 120,018 new COVID cases as CDC drops quarantine, social distancing from guidelines

The agency dropped quarantine and social distancing recommendations from its COVID-19 guidelines, what officials said was spurred by estimates that 95% of Americans 16 and up — whether from vaccinations or infections — now have some level of immunity to the virus.

Seminole County closing Emergency Rental Assistance Program

After providing help for more than 17 months, Seminole County is closing its Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

Florida reports 151,602 new COVID cases as Biden diagnosis scraps Orlando visit and talk of recession takes spotlight

President now cleared of COVID, plays down recession fears

Florida reports 78,245 new COVID cases as FDA approves new COVID shot option

U.S. regulators approved a new COVID-19 vaccine shot option for adults this week.

Florida reports 74,481 new COVID cases as US prepares booster shot update for fall

COVID-19 booster shots for the fall will be updated to fight off newer omicron types, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Lawmaker, JCC team up for COVID vaccine site for children in Maitland

A state senator from Orlando is teaming up with the Roth Jewish Community Center to open a COVID-19 vaccination site for young children.

Florida reports 74,323 new COVID cases as FDA approves 1st vaccines for toddlers

Federal regulators capped a work week of productive meetings with COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers by giving final approval on Friday to their lower-dose shots for children younger than 5 years old.

Florida reports 71,797 new COVID cases as White House plans for vaccine for kids under 5

The Biden administration is planning to roll out COVID-19 vaccines for children under 5 this month, if federal regulators authorize them, officials said.

Oxygen readers less accurate for nonwhite patients; likely delayed COVID treatments, study says

Pulse oximeters are small boxy devices that are clipped to a finger and used to measure a patient’s blood oxygen levels using light wavelengths.

Getting Better: Mental health and the pandemic

This week's guest on "Getting Better with Kirstin O'Connor" is Monica Barreto, PhD, a pediatric psychologist with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.

Florida reports 60,204 new COVID cases for the week as US health officials say some areas should consider masks again

Federal health officials are warning areas in the U.S. where COVID-19 cases are rising to consider indoor masking once again.

Central Florida COVID cases rise; health leaders recommend vaccinations, boosters

The number of new COVID-19 infections in Central Florida continues to rise.

Florida reports 59,515 COVID cases in 2 weeks as worldwide virus-related death estimates near 15M

COVID cases are falling everywhere besides Africa and the Americas

Florida reports 36,483 COVID cases in 2 weeks as US airlines ditch masks

The CDC extended its national transportation mask mandate only to see it voided by a Florida judge days later.

Florida reports 21,451 COVID cases over last 2 weeks

As the state continues to see a decline, the World Health Organization said in its latest report that COVID-19 cases and deaths are on the decline globally.

Florida averages 1,262 daily COVID cases in last 2 weeks

The Florida Department of Health transitioned to biweekly reporting of COVID-19 cases following a drop in infections.

Orlando businesses prepare for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations 2 years after COVID closures

Those shutdowns and the struggle to get people to return have forced many businesses to close for good. Many local business owners say they’re finally bouncing back, but it’s been a tough two years.

Florida averages 1,470 daily COVID cases 2 years after pandemic declaration

The milestone comes as COVID-19 cases wane across the United States and in Florida.

Nursing in the time of COVID: ‘The hostility and violence in the workplace is unbelievable’

The problems the nursing industry is experiencing lately aren’t new issues, said Melissa, 41, who’s in Roanoke, Virginia.

How has the COVID-19 pandemic changed after two years?

Two years after the pandemic began, more countries are shifting toward a return to normal and learning to live with the virus.

Florida averages 2,021 daily COVID cases as US outlines plan to return to normal

A new plan spells out initiatives and investments to continue to drive down serious illness and deaths from the virus, while preparing for potential new variants and providing employers and schools the resources to remain open.

Nursing in the time of COVID: ‘Being a new grad and already burnt out is not what I envisioned for my dream career’

Christine always envisioned a career in nursing. It’s all she ever wanted, professionally.

‘Cause for optimism:’ Altamonte Springs sees COVID levels remain low in wastewater testing

The latest round of testing from the Altamonte Springs Sewer Service Area shows a continued decrease in the amount of COVID-19 present in the waste water there; however, it also showed an increase in the percentage of "'stealth omicron" present.

Florida averages 3,663 daily COVID cases on same day CDC updates mask guidelines

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is announcing a change to the metrics used to determine whether to recommend face masks in indoor public settings.

‘Stealth omicron’ found in Altamonte Springs wastewater as COVID levels decline

Testing done on the wastewater at the Altamonte and Casselberry sewer service areas both showed a decrease in the concentration of COVID-19 virus, continuing a downward trend of infection in those communities.

Florida’s COVID positivity rate falls to 8.2% as CDC considers updating mask guidance

As cases continue to drop across the U.S., the nation’s leading health officials said we are moving closer to the point that COVID-19 is no longer a “constant crisis.”

Florida averages 14,717 daily COVID cases as FDA delays meeting on vaccine for children under 5

The Food and Drug Administration delayed its meeting next week to review Pfizer’s vaccine for children under 5 because they would like to see more data.

Florida averages 18,946 daily COVID cases as Pfizer seeks approval of vaccine for children under 5

Florida continues to see a decline in COVID-19 cases after a surge in infections caused by the omicron variant.

Supply chain issues hit Central Florida florists ahead of Valentine’s Day

Flowers could be harder to come by this year because of the ripple effect the global pandemic has had on pretty much every industry.

Orange County extends drive-thru COVID testing sites

Orange County is extending the life its three drive-thru testing and vaccination sites for another month.

Florida averages 28,102 daily COVID cases as state-run monoclonal sites shut down

Florida recently shuttered its state-run monoclonal sites following the Food and Drug Administration’s decision on Monday to revise the emergency use authorization for two monoclonal antibody treatments used in patients with COVID-19.

Gov. DeSantis blasts decision to revise authorization for COVID antibody treatments

Gov. Ron DeSantis went on the attack Tuesday morning following the Food and Drug Administrations' decision to revoke the emergency use authorization for certain monoclonal antibody treatments used in patients with COVID-19.

WHO chief warns against talk of ‘endgame’ in pandemic

The head of the World Health Organization is warning that conditions remain ideal for more coronavirus variants to emerge and says it’s dangerous to assume omicron is the last one or that “we are in the endgame.”.

Florida averages 41,315 new COVID cases daily as state investigates Orange County health officer

The Florida Department of Health is investigating a health officer for the department in Orange County pending an inquiry involving COVID vaccines.

What do nurses fear lately on the job? These responses are heavy, but worth the read

Did you have any idea just how many health care workers are nervous about a physical attack on the job?

COVID-19 health emergency could be over this year, WHO says

The head of emergencies at the World Health Organization says the worst of the coronavirus pandemic, including deaths, hospitalizations and lockdowns, could be over this year if huge inequities in vaccinations and medicines are addressed quickly.

Florida averages 61,471 new COVID cases as Supreme Court blocks vaccine mandate for large businesses

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.

What do nurses wish you knew about COVID-19? These answers should be required reading.

Just last week, we asked: If you’re a health care worker, what are you seeing lately on the job?

Florida averages 56,730 new COVID cases as Biden vaccine mandates reach Supreme Court

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

Share: Doctors and nurses, what are you experiencing lately on the job?

Does it still seem like the COVID-19 pandemic just started, or do you feel like we’ve been dealing with this reality for ages?

Florida governor racing feds on at-home COVID tests

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.

Citizens, activists removed from Gov. DeSantis’ news conference in Jacksonville

A group of activists and citizens who are unhappy with Gov. Ron DeSantis' handling of the COVID-19 pandemic were removed from the Florida Department of Health building in Duval County ahead of a news conference being held by the governor.

‘Test for a reason:’ Gov. DeSantis looks to address testing demand in Florida

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

Here is a breadown of COVID-19 deaths 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.

Here is a breakdown of COVID-19 deaths 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.

Weekly COVID cases up 138% in Florida

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

Long line formed before sunrise at COVID-19 testing site in Orange County

Cars began lining up outside the Econ Soccer Complex before 6 a.m. on Tuesday.

Florida averages 17,886 daily COVID cases as omicron variant fuels new infections

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.

Omicron casts a new shadow over economy’s pandemic recovery

Just as Americans and Europeans were eagerly awaiting their most normal holiday season in a couple of years, the omicron variant has unleashed a fresh round of fear and uncertainty — for travelers, shoppers, party-goers and their economies as a whole.

Weekly COVID-19 cases double in Florida as US health officials recommend Pfizer, Moderna over J&J

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention panel discussed the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine that can cause rare but serious blood clots, advising Americans should be given the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.

Florida averages 1,933 daily COVID-19 cases as Pfizer booster shots expand to those 16-17

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.

US jobless claims drop 52-year low amid seasonal volatility

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits plunged last week to the lowest level in 52 years, more evidence that the U.S. job market is recovering from last year’s coronavirus recession.

How will the world decide when the pandemic is over?

There’s no clear-cut definition for when a pandemic starts and ends, and how much of a threat a global outbreak is posing can vary by country.

Orange County helping Orlando residents with rental assistance

Orlando residents now have a new financial lifeline after the city's rental assistance program ran out of funds.

Florida identifies first confirmed cases of omicron variant in the state

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

Pandemic stress weighs heavily on Gen Z, poll shows

A new poll finds that the stresses of the coronavirus pandemic have been especially hard for younger Americans, in particular when it comes to their education and social lives.

Omicron variant cases crop up across states as Florida averages 1,552 daily COVID cases

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

Florida averages 1,380 daily COVID cases as concerns over omicron variant rise

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.

Travelers in Orlando worried about new omicron variant

As travelers are returning home after enjoying time with family, we ran into Vickie Jordan from St. Louis, Missouri at Orlando International Airport.

Florida averages 1,547 daily COVID cases as DeSantis signs anti-vaccine mandate laws

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.

Florida averages 1,535 daily COVID cases as vaccinations roll out for children 5-11

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.

Orange County expanding Barnett Park vaccination site for children 5 to 11

Orange County is now expanding its vaccination site at Barnett Park to include hours geared toward providing jabs for children in the newly approved 5 to 11-year-old age range.

How do global pandemics end? Piecing together the puzzle

COVID-19, the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, wasn’t the first pandemic and it won’t be the last.

US jobless claims drop to pandemic low of 267,000

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to a new pandemic low 267,000 last week, another sign that the job market is recovering from last year’s sharp coronavirus downturn.

Florida averages 1,581 daily COVID cases as US announces vaccine mandate for companies

The U.S. on Thursday announced a sweeping COVID-19 vaccine mandate 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.

Pencil Boy Express back delivering free supplies to Orange County schools after pandemic pause

A Gift for Teaching’s Pencil Boy’s Express is back on school campuses after being on pause due to COVID-19.

Parental opt-out for masks in Orange County schools takes effect

For the first time since the beginning of the school year, parents have the ability to choose if their child wears a mask at Orange County Public Schools.

Florida averages 1,840 daily COVID cases as state sues Biden administration over vaccine mandate

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced this week the state is suing the Biden administration over its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for federal contractors.

We asked you to tell us about your pandemic pregnancies. Your responses are heart-wrenching, haunting and touching.

Last summer, we asked: “Are you or your partner pregnant -- or have you delivered in the past few months?” ... “We want to hear from you.”

Brevard restaurants received more than $24 million from federal Restaurant Relief Fund

The federal Restaurant Relief Fund brought more than $24.27 million into the local economy, helping 120 Space Coast food purveyors get back on stable footing after severe COVID-19 pandemic losses.

Florida’s top doctor blames inability to ‘communicate clearly’ for mask refusal

Florida's surgeon general, Joseph Ladapo, is now responding days after he was asked to leave a meeting with Democratic state Sen. Tina Polsky — who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer — because he refused to wear a mask.

Some parents push for extension of Orange County school mask mandate, others protest it

A group of parents, teachers and local politicians gathered outside the Orange County School Board Monday to urge district leaders to extend mask requirements in the classroom.

Florida averages 2,188 daily COVID cases as special session called to address vaccine mandates

Gov. Ron DeSantis called for the Florida legislature to return for a special session aiming to provide more safeguards for workers in the state facing vaccine mandates.

Florida averages 2,780+ daily COVID cases as FDA panel endorses Moderna, Johnson & Johnson boosters

The Food and Drug Administration panel endorsed Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine booster Friday, a day after they recommended a half-dose booster shot of the Moderna vaccine.

Florida averages 3,684 daily COVID cases, positivity rate drops below 5%

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.

Orange County Public Schools discuss possible changes to COVID-19 policies

The Orange County Public Schools Medical Advisory Committee met early Thursday to discuss possible changes to COVID-19 policies.

COVID-19 cases decline in Florida for 5th straight week

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.

Did you lose a loved one to COVID-19? This is your chance to share that person’s story with the world

Maybe it was when the pandemic first arrived in the United States, or perhaps it only happened in recent weeks or months. But if you lost a friend or family member to COVID-19, and you’d like to memorialize that person’s legacy, we invite you to share more.

WATCH LIVE: Brevard County School Board discusses mask mandate

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

Fighting wave of misinfo, YouTube bans false vaccine claims

Video-sharing tech platform YouTube on Wednesday announced immediate bans on false claims that vaccines are dangerous and cause health issues like autism, cancer or infertility.

Florida averages 8,046 new COVID cases daily as booster shots approved for older Americans

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.

Firefighters who do not abide vaccine mandate will not be fired, Orange County mayor says

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Thursday that firefighters who do not comply with the county's vaccine mandate for its employees will not face termination, but rather will only get hit with a written reprimand.

Florida’s new surgeon general changes school COVID rules, gives parents power over quarantines

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 commissioner hosts vigil for lives lost to COVID-19

As the state of Florida has seen more than 50,000 people die from COVID-19, an Orlando city commissioner is holding a commnity vigil Tuesday evening to acknowledge those many lives lost.

WATCH LIVE: Orange County leaders give COVID briefing

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.

‘God told me not to take this vaccine:’ Brevard restaurateur won’t ask employees to get COVID shot

While many local restaurant owners are waiting for more details from Biden's order that businesses with 100 or more employees require their workforce to get vaccines or take weekly COVID tests, at least one already has made up his mind.

Florida averages 10,844 daily COVID cases as state exceeds 50K deaths since start of pandemic

As the state is coming down from the latest surge caused by the delta variant, Florida has surpassed 50,000 COVID-19 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic.

‘We’ll just have to wait and see:’ Orange leaders say county not yet fined over vaccine mandate

Orange County leaders say they have yet to receive any notice on potential fines stemming from the mandate that county employees get vaccinated against COVID-19 or risk losing their jobs.

Orange County Public Schools postpone Ocoee vs. Apoka football game over COVID infections

The Friday night lights will be dark at Apopka High School this week after Orange County Public Schools postponed the game with Ocoee High School because of COVID-19 cases.

AARP Report: Hundreds die in Florida nursing homes in August

During a four-week period in August, 237 Florida nursing home residents died of COVID-19, according to a new report released by the senior advocacy group AARP.

US unemployment claims rise after hitting pandemic low

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits moved up last week to 332,000 from a pandemic low, a sign that worsening COVID-19 infections may have slightly increased layoffs.

New federal report breaks down COVID-19 deaths by county during summer surge

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.

Orange County commissioner reflects on efforts to help Hispanic community during pandemic

Orange County District 3 commissioner Mayra Uribe is reflecting on her time as a leader and her efforts to help the Hispanic community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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