Modified mosquitoes to be released in Florida Keys
It's a new solution for Florida's oldest problem. Genetically modified mosquitoes are being released in the Florida Keys in an effort to combat persistent insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
It's a new solution for Florida's oldest problem. Genetically modified mosquitoes are being released in the Florida Keys in an effort to combat persistent insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
Altamonte Springs announces cancellation of Red Hot & Boom for 2nd year in a row
While a number of communities plan to proceed with more 2021 Independence Day celebrations, one of Central Florida's largest annual fireworks shows has been canceled for the second year in a row due to the pandemic.
While a number of communities plan to proceed with more 2021 Independence Day celebrations, one of Central Florida's largest annual fireworks shows has been canceled for the second year in a row due to the pandemic.
Man accused of murdering Navy recruit in 1984 takes stand in trial
A man charged in the 1984 murder of a 25-year-old Navy recruit took the stand on Wednesday. Thomas Garner, 61, donned a face shield as attorneys questioned him about the death of 25-year-old Pamela Cahanes.
A man charged in the 1984 murder of a 25-year-old Navy recruit took the stand on Wednesday. Thomas Garner, 61, donned a face shield as attorneys questioned him about the death of 25-year-old Pamela Cahanes.
Universal Orlando to drop temperature checks for employees, guests
Universal Orlando Resort will be eliminating temperature screenings for park guests and employees and relax social distancing rules beginning May 6.
Universal Orlando Resort will be eliminating temperature screenings for park guests and employees and relax social distancing rules beginning May 6.
Modified mosquitoes to be released in Florida Keys
Genetically modified mosquitoes are being released in the Florida Keys in an effort to combat persistent insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
Genetically modified mosquitoes are being released in the Florida Keys in an effort to combat persistent insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
Scholarship fund for relatives of 'Ocoee Massacre'
A new scholarship fund has been set up for descendants of those killed in the deadliest election massacre in American history.
A new scholarship fund has been set up for descendants of those killed in the deadliest election massacre in American history.
Remembering Ocoee student athlete who battled cancer
The Ocoee community is honoring the life of a former high school football star who died after his battle with cancer. Aaron Wilson was just 17 years old.
The Ocoee community is honoring the life of a former high school football star who died after his battle with cancer. Aaron Wilson was just 17 years old.
Questions about vaccine for children
Soon kids as young as age 12 could be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Some parents are grappling with the decision of whether to vaccinate their child.
Soon kids as young as age 12 could be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Some parents are grappling with the decision of whether to vaccinate their child.
UF leads nation for total number of COVID-19 cases at college or university
The University of Florida is reporting nearly 10,000 known COVID-19 cases among students, faculty, and staff since March of last year. That's the highest number in our state and the nation among colleges and universities.
The University of Florida is reporting nearly 10,000 known COVID-19 cases among students, faculty, and staff since March of last year. That's the highest number in our state and the nation among colleges and universities.
National Nurses Week: Restaurants, brands offer freebies and discounts
As America inches toward recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, take some time during National Nurses Week to show appreciation and share these freebies and discounts with your favorite nurse.
As America inches toward recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, take some time during National Nurses Week to show appreciation and share these freebies and discounts with your favorite nurse.
Mother's Day 2021: Ideas for a memorable celebration with mom
Whether you are seeing your mom in person or socially distancing due to the pandemic, Mother's Day 2021 doesn’t need to involve huge crowds.
Whether you are seeing your mom in person or socially distancing due to the pandemic, Mother's Day 2021 doesn’t need to involve huge crowds.
NFL giving away Super Bowl LVI tickets to 50 fans vaccinated for COVID-19
Want a free ticket to the 2022 Super Bowl? You could snag one of 50 that the NFL is giving away for free — if you’re vaccinated against COVID-19.
Want a free ticket to the 2022 Super Bowl? You could snag one of 50 that the NFL is giving away for free — if you’re vaccinated against COVID-19.
Space Tourism: Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin auctioning off seat on its first crewed spaceflight
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is kicking off an auction for a seat on the company’s first crew spaceflight — a short Shepard-like hop launched by a rocket named New Shepard. The Texas liftoff is targeted for July 20, the date of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is kicking off an auction for a seat on the company’s first crew spaceflight — a short Shepard-like hop launched by a rocket named New Shepard. The Texas liftoff is targeted for July 20, the date of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Severe weather continues to threaten South after days of flooding, tornadoes
More storms are expected to continue hitting the southeastern United States Wednesday, after days of relentless severe weather has already left several areas with dangerous flooding and tornado damage.
More storms are expected to continue hitting the southeastern United States Wednesday, after days of relentless severe weather has already left several areas with dangerous flooding and tornado damage.
National Nurses Day is Thursday, beginning a weeklong celebration of the profession
May 6 is National Nurses Day, which marks the beginning of National Nurses Week — a period Congress designated in 1982 to recognize and appreciate the work nurses do every day to save lives.
May 6 is National Nurses Day, which marks the beginning of National Nurses Week — a period Congress designated in 1982 to recognize and appreciate the work nurses do every day to save lives.
Bringing tourists back to Orlando after a pandemic slump
Travelers' confidence is growing and experts are hoping people across the country are itching to take a trip. For Visit Orlando, this summer is all about the bottom line and, of course, safety. That is why the tourism team is doing everything it can to show off Orlando and get people back in town.
Travelers' confidence is growing and experts are hoping people across the country are itching to take a trip. For Visit Orlando, this summer is all about the bottom line and, of course, safety. That is why the tourism team is doing everything it can to show off Orlando and get people back in town.
Vote now! Four Central Florida animals vying for image on Frontier Airlines aircraft
One of four Central Florida animals could be the next “face and name” of a Frontier Airlines aircraft, with its image painted on the tail.
One of four Central Florida animals could be the next “face and name” of a Frontier Airlines aircraft, with its image painted on the tail.
Trouble selling Girl Scouts cookies
Central Florida Girl Scouts are having problems moving unsold cookies. Thousands of boxes are sitting in a warehouse and its happening nationwide.
Central Florida Girl Scouts are having problems moving unsold cookies. Thousands of boxes are sitting in a warehouse and its happening nationwide.
21-ton Chinese rocket part expected to fall to Earth
The almost 100-foot core of China's Long March 5B rocket is likely to make an uncontrolled reentry at an unknown point in the coming days. The spacecraft launched Thursday into low Earth orbit from Hainan's Wenchang Center, ferrying the Tianhe module for the country's first permanent space station.
The almost 100-foot core of China's Long March 5B rocket is likely to make an uncontrolled reentry at an unknown point in the coming days. The spacecraft launched Thursday into low Earth orbit from Hainan's Wenchang Center, ferrying the Tianhe module for the country's first permanent space station.
Charlie Crist announces his run for Florida governor
Rep. Charlie Crist will make another bid to become Florida's next governor. He made the announcement Tuesday morning on Facebook and then made it official during an appearance in St. Petersburg.
Rep. Charlie Crist will make another bid to become Florida's next governor. He made the announcement Tuesday morning on Facebook and then made it official during an appearance in St. Petersburg.