Rapid COVID-19 home tests could bring reassurance for 2021 holidays, experts say
The 2021 holiday season is upon us, and many are looking forward to gathering with family and close friends to celebrate together once again.
The 2021 holiday season is upon us, and many are looking forward to gathering with family and close friends to celebrate together once again.
Barnett Park reaches capacity again as COVID-19 Omicron variant spreads
Barnett Park, in Orange County, was forced to close early for the second day in a row – this time two hours early due to the testing demand. On Monday 15% of those who received a rapid test at the park showed positive results for the virus. That's the highest total in weeks.
Barnett Park, in Orange County, was forced to close early for the second day in a row – this time two hours early due to the testing demand. On Monday 15% of those who received a rapid test at the park showed positive results for the virus. That's the highest total in weeks.
How a 'gifted' 11-year-old got accepted to Arizona State University
11-year-old Jimi "Monty" Hernandez was accepted into Arizona State University with plans to become a pediatric neurologist. He will be studying biochemistry, then head to medical school after graduating from ASU.
11-year-old Jimi "Monty" Hernandez was accepted into Arizona State University with plans to become a pediatric neurologist. He will be studying biochemistry, then head to medical school after graduating from ASU.
Massive brawl breaks out at Miami airport, suspects nabbed after biting cop's head
Two suspects were arrested and charged in the case
Two suspects were arrested and charged in the case
What restaurants are open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2021
Hours may vary by location.
Hours may vary by location.
Florida, Texas see largest population increases as US has slowest growth rate in history
Florida trailed only Texas in population increases from 2020 to 2021, while the nation had the slowest growth rate in its history. The Sunshine State grew by 211,196 residents, bringing the population to over 21.7 million.
Florida trailed only Texas in population increases from 2020 to 2021, while the nation had the slowest growth rate in its history. The Sunshine State grew by 211,196 residents, bringing the population to over 21.7 million.
'A Doll Like Me': Helping children with disabilities feel seen through personalized dolls
The doll maker behind “A Doll Like Me” makes dolls for children who don't see themselves on store shelves. The dolls resemble their owners: children with a variety of disabilities, so that every child feels seen.
The doll maker behind “A Doll Like Me” makes dolls for children who don't see themselves on store shelves. The dolls resemble their owners: children with a variety of disabilities, so that every child feels seen.
Truck Meet leaving Daytona Beach in rear-view
Organizers announced on Truck Meet’s social media pages that the event will no longer be held in Daytona Beach due to “circumstances that are out of our control.”
Organizers announced on Truck Meet’s social media pages that the event will no longer be held in Daytona Beach due to “circumstances that are out of our control.”
Couple shares special connection at Give Kids The World
It started with online dating but quickly became evident that destiny brought two people together. Now that couple is back here in Central Florida to visit the location that sealed their fate decades before they even knew it.
It started with online dating but quickly became evident that destiny brought two people together. Now that couple is back here in Central Florida to visit the location that sealed their fate decades before they even knew it.
2021 Ursid meteor shower: Where, when to see the celestial event
The Ursid meteor shower happens every year and is considered a “low-key” affair because usually only between 5 and 10 meteors can be seen per hour, which is considered a small number.
The Ursid meteor shower happens every year and is considered a “low-key” affair because usually only between 5 and 10 meteors can be seen per hour, which is considered a small number.
People wait 3 hours for COVID-19 test at Barnett Park site as demand increases
The demand for COVID-19 testing has increased at an Orange County site ahead of the holidays and in the midst of the spread of the Omicron variant.
The demand for COVID-19 testing has increased at an Orange County site ahead of the holidays and in the midst of the spread of the Omicron variant.
Bidens welcome new puppy, Commander, to the White House
His name appears to be a play on Biden’s status as commander in chief of the U.S. armed forces.
His name appears to be a play on Biden’s status as commander in chief of the U.S. armed forces.
134-year-old time capsule possibly found in base of removed Robert E. Lee statue
The 1887 time capsule, believed to be found buried in the pedestal under the Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, is believed to contain Confederate artifacts.
The 1887 time capsule, believed to be found buried in the pedestal under the Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, is believed to contain Confederate artifacts.
Brevard mom shares update after baby born premature at 1 pound, 6 ounces
A Melbourne family is sharing their baby's fight to survive after she was born months early, premature, and weighing just a pound-and-a-half. Baby Nola is considered a 'micro preemie' and she has to overcome a lot of obstacles.
A Melbourne family is sharing their baby's fight to survive after she was born months early, premature, and weighing just a pound-and-a-half. Baby Nola is considered a 'micro preemie' and she has to overcome a lot of obstacles.
Family searches for bone marrow donor to cure daughter's cancer
When Essie Gutierrez was ten years old, she had a bruise that wouldn't go away, so her mother took Essie to Nemours Children's Health hospital in Jacksonville.
When Essie Gutierrez was ten years old, she had a bruise that wouldn't go away, so her mother took Essie to Nemours Children's Health hospital in Jacksonville.
Missing runner last seen Saturday found disoriented but safe, Titusville police say
Titusville police said Monday that missing runner Earl Linwood Blewett was found safe near a wooded area behind a business located on Columbia Boulevard.
Titusville police said Monday that missing runner Earl Linwood Blewett was found safe near a wooded area behind a business located on Columbia Boulevard.
'Brings all of us together': Rescheduled Winter Garden Christmas parade draws crowds
The rescheduled Winter Garden Golf Cart Christmas Parade went off without a hitch Sunday after it was abruptly canceled last week.
The rescheduled Winter Garden Golf Cart Christmas Parade went off without a hitch Sunday after it was abruptly canceled last week.
YouTube TV, Disney reach deal to resume channels
YouTube TV subscribers should see Disney-owned channels trickle back into their lineup now that the two sides have agreed on a new contract.
YouTube TV subscribers should see Disney-owned channels trickle back into their lineup now that the two sides have agreed on a new contract.
Omicron variant may hinder 2 leading drugs against COVID-19
The rapidly-spreading omicron variant may soon leave U.S. doctors without two of the standard treatments they’ve used to fight COVID-19.
The rapidly-spreading omicron variant may soon leave U.S. doctors without two of the standard treatments they’ve used to fight COVID-19.
Nationwide TikTok challenge causes several school districts to take heightened precautions
The TikTok trend is causing several school districts and law enforcement agencies nationwide to take action.
The TikTok trend is causing several school districts and law enforcement agencies nationwide to take action.