Kennedy Space Center spent $145K in taxpayer money to clean center after COVID-19 case: TMZ
After a Kennedy Space Center employee tested positive for COVID-19, it apparently cost over $145,000 to sanitize the center, according to TMZ.
Arizona congressman asks for Grand Canyon to be closed to help prevent COVID-19 spread
When social distancing became a recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control, many thought of ways they can still socially distance themselves during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 could delay important upcoming space missions
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) launched its Atlas V rocket on Thursday from Cape Canaveral. Some upcoming missions are in jeopardy or delayed due to coronavirus concerns.
ULA successfully launches Atlas V
The United Launch Alliance (ULA) launched its Atlas V rocket on Thursday from Cape Canaveral. Some upcoming missions are in jeopardy or delayed due to coronavirus concerns.
ULA's Atlas V rocket lifts off from Cape Canaveral after delayed start
United Launch Alliance said that the Atlas V rocket is carrying critical new national assets into orbit for secure communications.
ULA still targeting Thursday launch for Atlas V rocket
United Launch Alliance will use an Atlas V 551 rocket to launch a communications satellite for the U.S. Space Force on Thursday.
Apollo 15 astronaut Al Worden, who circled moon, dies at 88
The astronaut flew to the moon in 1971 and appeared on episodes of "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood."
Liftoff! SpaceX launches sixth batch of Starlink satellites
Liftoff is scheduled for 8:16 a.m. EDT from launchpad 39A.
Gatorland announces temporary closure amid coronavirus outbreak
Gatorland announced on Tuesday that it will close starting Wednesday.
100 coronavirus questions answered by world-leading virologist Peter Piot
Professor Peter Piot, a world-leading virologist and the director of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, answered 100 questions about the coronavirus during an interview with TEDMED Foundation Director Jay Walker.
Florida lawmakers send shark fin ban to governor
The practice of shark finning has long been outlawed under federal law, but most states currently have no prohibitions against possessing and selling shark fins.
Delayed again: SpaceX Falcon 9 launch scrubbed upon liftoff due to engine power issue
The Falcon 9 rocket will take 60 Starlink satellites into space on Sunday.
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens closes temporarily due to coronavirus outbreak
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens announced Saturday that it is closing to the public due to coronavirus concerns.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to close starting Monday due to threat of coronavirus
The Kennedy Space Center will continue to monitor the situation and when it is deemed safe to return, the entire facility will be cleaned and sanitized prior to re-opening.
Florida woman encounters massive hissing alligator in the Everglades
A woman in the Everglades had an up-close (and perhaps too-close) encounter with a massive, hissing alligator -- and she has the video to prove it.
Scientist links 2 state COVID-19 outbreaks using coronavirus' genetic fingerprints
A U.S. scientist is helping public health authorities understand and track the coronavirus.
Florida passes bill to combat blue-green algae blooms
The 77-page bill addresses septic tanks, municipal wastewater treatment, stormwater runoff, farm fertilizers and more.
2 rare white giraffes killed by poachers, Kenyan officials say
Two of Kenya's three white giraffes were found dead Tuesday. Kenyan officials said armed poachers are responsible for their deaths.
Lawmakers settle on $100M for land preservation
Florida Forever, the state’s signature land-preservation program, will get a sizable, one-time boost in funding as lawmakers inched closer Sunday to patching together an estimated $92 billion budget for next fiscal year.
Full worm supermoon on deck: What you need to know
The celestial event will be the first of three supermoons in 2020, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. EarthSky notes that the full worm moon will be the second-closest of the year’s supermoons.