Florida county reopens beaches with restrictions
Governor Ron DeSantis gave the green light for some beaches and parks to reopen if it can be done safely after being closed because of the coronavirus.
Governor Ron DeSantis gave the green light for some beaches and parks to reopen if it can be done safely after being closed because of the coronavirus.
Some Florida beaches reopen
Some north Florida beaches are opening starting Friday, becoming among the first beaches to reopen in the state since coronavirus concerns forced beach-goers away.
Some north Florida beaches are opening starting Friday, becoming among the first beaches to reopen in the state since coronavirus concerns forced beach-goers away.
‘She didn’t have a mask’: Husband believes Florida ICU nurse found dead in home had COVID-19
The husband of a Florida nurse who recently died of what he believes were complications of COVID-19 says his wife did not have the proper safety equipment while dealing with sick patients.
The husband of a Florida nurse who recently died of what he believes were complications of COVID-19 says his wife did not have the proper safety equipment while dealing with sick patients.
Sheriff: Drug suspect committed murder 1 day after being released from jail in coronavirus purge
On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.
On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.
Judge: Get out of bed, get dressed for Zoom hearings
A Florida judge has one request for attorneys showing up for court hearings via Zoom: Get out of bed and put on some clothes!
A Florida judge has one request for attorneys showing up for court hearings via Zoom: Get out of bed and put on some clothes!
ER doctor temporarily loses custody of 4-year-old daughter over coronavirus concerns
"I feel like the family court system now is stressing me almost more than the virus," Greene said.
"I feel like the family court system now is stressing me almost more than the virus," Greene said.
Yankees co-owner Hank Steinbrenner dead at 63
Henry G. 'Hank' Steinbrenner, General Partner and Co-Chairperson of the NY Yankees, died Tuesday at the age of 63, announced the team.
Henry G. 'Hank' Steinbrenner, General Partner and Co-Chairperson of the NY Yankees, died Tuesday at the age of 63, announced the team.
Walt Disney World donates Easter lilies to Central Florida senior citizens
Walt Disney World is spreading some joy by donating Easter lilies to Central Florida senior citizens.
Walt Disney World is spreading some joy by donating Easter lilies to Central Florida senior citizens.
Grandma in quarantine with 'Need More Wine' sign goes viral
The hilarious photo has been shared over 239,000 times.
The hilarious photo has been shared over 239,000 times.
Florida teacher goes out of her way to help struggling student during coronavirus lockdown
A first-grade teacher in Florida cheered up one of her students who was having a hard time with the coronavirus lockdown.
A first-grade teacher in Florida cheered up one of her students who was having a hard time with the coronavirus lockdown.
Woman accused of putting porn-stuffed Easter eggs in mailboxes
A woman is accused of putting plastic Easter eggs filled with pornographic and other images inside mailboxes of homes in north Florida.
A woman is accused of putting plastic Easter eggs filled with pornographic and other images inside mailboxes of homes in north Florida.
Disney World could do temperature checks on guests on reopening
Though it is not clear when Walt Disney World theme parks will reopen in Orlando, Florida, as the coronavirus has shut down most nonessential businesses, Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger says he has a plan in mind that may include temperature checks.
Though it is not clear when Walt Disney World theme parks will reopen in Orlando, Florida, as the coronavirus has shut down most nonessential businesses, Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger says he has a plan in mind that may include temperature checks.
Cinderella's Castle lit up in blue to honor health care workers
At the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Cinderella's Castle was lit up in blue as a beacon of hope and gratitude.
At the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Cinderella's Castle was lit up in blue as a beacon of hope and gratitude.
Central Florida church held in-person Sunday Service as stay-at-home order allows religious services
The Center Arena Church held its usual Sunday service, as the "stay-at-home" order allows them to. They are just one of several churches holding services in-person.
The Center Arena Church held its usual Sunday service, as the "stay-at-home" order allows them to. They are just one of several churches holding services in-person.
Florida mother seeks custody of son, says father is coronavirus risk
A Florida mother is asking a judge to allow her to keep custody of her 2-year-old son during the pandemic, claiming the boy's father and his fiance are at higher risk of contracting the novel coronavirus since they are first-responders.
A Florida mother is asking a judge to allow her to keep custody of her 2-year-old son during the pandemic, claiming the boy's father and his fiance are at higher risk of contracting the novel coronavirus since they are first-responders.
Florida man accused of brutalizing, baking dog
Vicasso Lara, 24, is accused of brutalizing a dog and baking it in an oven, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office. Deputies arrested Lara Friday and charged him with animal torture.
Vicasso Lara, 24, is accused of brutalizing a dog and baking it in an oven, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office. Deputies arrested Lara Friday and charged him with animal torture.
Florida deputy loses battle with COVID-19
Deputy Shannon Bennett has served with the sheriff's office for 12 years.
Deputy Shannon Bennett has served with the sheriff's office for 12 years.
Trump says US will help passengers on cruise ships floating off Florida coast
The president says the United States will help people who are sick and stuck on a cruise ship that has been stranded for weeks after an outbreak of COVID-19.
The president says the United States will help people who are sick and stuck on a cruise ship that has been stranded for weeks after an outbreak of COVID-19.
Tampa megachurch pastor cancels Sunday services, says he fears for congregation's safety
The embattled Tampa megachurch pastor who was arrested Monday after leading packed church services the day before -- despite social distancing orders from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office -- says he is canceling this coming Sunday's services.
The embattled Tampa megachurch pastor who was arrested Monday after leading packed church services the day before -- despite social distancing orders from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office -- says he is canceling this coming Sunday's services.
Governor DeSantis issues 'stay-at-home' order for Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a 'stay-at-home' order for the entire state to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The order will go into effect at midnight tomorrow and will last for the next 30 days, the governor announced Wednesday.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a 'stay-at-home' order for the entire state to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The order will go into effect at midnight tomorrow and will last for the next 30 days, the governor announced Wednesday.