Florida man goes viral with photobombed snapshot of manta ray
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Florida photographer Rusty Escandell, of Satellite Beach, snapped is getting worldwide attention after snapping a shot of a giant manta ray that leaped out of the water as he was taking pictures of surfers.

Breastfeeding moms and COVID-19
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Mothers who tested positive for COVID-19 should continue breast feeding their children, experts say.

Many COVID-19 long-haulers experienced these symptoms
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Some coronavirus patients are still dealing with symptoms, months after they contracted the infection. A new study found that people who experience five symptoms during the first week of illness are more likely to become long-haulers. They include fatigue, headaches, hoarse voice, muscle pain and difficulty breathing.

Asian Americans in Central Florida speak out against hate crimes
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Asian Americans from Orange County are speaking out against hate crimes upon Asian American Pacific Islanders after nationwide attacks.

Warm spring ahead: NOAA predicts above-average temperatures across most of US

Saturday will officially mark the first day of spring, and according to NOAA’s new U.S. Spring Outlook, the season may end up feeling more like summer.

UF researcher finds leprosy drug could be used in fight against COVID-19 variant

Florida is leading the country when it comes to United Kingdom variant cases of COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 738 people have tested positive for the strain in our state.

Mary McLeod Bethune statue could come to museum embroiled in Confederate controversy

A statue of civil rights activist Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune could soon be on display at a Lake County museum plagued by controversy over a confederate statue. 

Vanessa Bryant shares court documents revealing names of deputies who photographed fatal crash

Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has shared a 12-page document revealing the names of the deputies who took and shared photos of the fatal helicopter crash that took the life of Kobe, their daughter Gigi and seven others. 

Archaeological dig in Seminole County
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The corner of a busy intersection in Seminole County now looks more like a set from an Indiana Jones movie, but there's nothing fictional about what archaeologists are discovering right now beneath the surface.

UF researcher finds leprosy drug could be used in fight against COVID-19 variant
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Florida is leading the country when it comes to United Kingdom variant cases of COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 738 people have tested positive for the strain in our state.

Strike teams patrol Orlando on St. Patrick's Day
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St Patrick's Day celebrations in Orlando looked a little more tame this year, with more people sitting down at tables and signs asking people to wear masks and keep their distance.

Johnson & Johnson vaccine supply could slow
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Nearly 4.5 million people across Florida have now been at least partially vaccinated for COVID-19 and that includes 76,000 people who have received the one-dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine. But there are new concerns that the one-shot wonder may not be available again in Florida for a while.

Multiple twisters touch down in Alabama, Mississippi as wave of tornadoes moves through South

A significant tornado outbreak in the South on Wednesday is expected to continue with numerous strong, potentially violent tornadoes likely to impact the region into Thursday.

Stem cell therapy could help bear recover from painful disease
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The Brevard Zoo is hoping a high-tech therapy will help a bear get back on his feet. The bear, named Brody, suffers from joint pain and walks with a limp; however, stem cell research could hold some promise.

Neighbors help woman battling cancer
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A Winter Garden woman dying of cancer got a notice from her HOA about her yard, but she was unable to do anything about it. Now, the community is stepping in to fix it up for her.

Family holds vigil at I-4 memorial site on anniversary of deadly crash
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Drivers along Interstate 4 may notice memorials left by families who have lost loved ones to fatal crashes on the roadway. At one memorial near Lake Mary, star-shaped balloons could be seen tied to three big, colorful crosses on Tuesday. It's all in honor of Jeffrey Harper Jr., a 29-year-old father-to-be who died in a motorcycle crash on the interstate three years ago this week.

Veterans honor fellow veteran with special memorial service
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When a Central Florida veteran passes away, he isn't able to receive the funeral he deserves, due to the pandemic. However, local heroes gathered to honor the man with a special ceremony.