I-Drive busy for Labor Day weekend

Even though many businesses are operating at limited capacity in Orlando's tourist district, Labor Day crowds were a welcomed sight.

Tourism numbers showing slight improvement

The coronavirus pandemic has greatly impacted Orlando's tourism economy. Orange County said it has been dipping into rainy day funds to pay bills while tax revenue is down; however, numbers did show improvement month-over-month from June to July.

Short term rentals in recovery mode

With Labor Weekend just a few days away, property owners are turning to short term rentals. Vacation experts say Florida is slowly improving.

COVID death controversy

We ask experts to explain cause-of-death classifications and definitions of deaths as it relates to coroavirus.

Doctors explain CDC statistic on COVID-19 deaths

Florida has reported one of the lowest new confirmed cases of coronavirus since March. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that for 6% of coronavirus deaths, COVID-19 was the only cause.

Gov. DeSantis says it's safe to fly

The tourism industry is still struggling and airlines are also suffering during the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Ron DeSantis met with airline representatives this week to tout the safety of air travel.

Judge lifts stay that kept school-reopening order in effect

A Leon County circuit judge Thursday lifted a stay of his earlier ruling that a state order requiring schools to reopen in August is unconstitutional. In response, Hillsborough County announced an emergency meeting for Friday morning.