Florida adds 15,019 new COVID-19 cases, 106 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 15,019 new COVID-19 cases, along with 106 additional deaths.
WWE superstar opens gym in Orlando's Baldwin Park
WWE superstar Robert Stone and his wife, Tara, have opened a new gym in Orlando's Baldwin Park, called F45.
Commissioner gives vaccine appointment to woman, 93
An Ormond Beach commissioner gave up his spot in line to receive the coronavirus vaccine for a 93-year-old woman he never met.
Some counties allow people to transfer vaccine appointment to others
As people sign up to get the COVID-19 vaccine, some people are giving away their appointments.
Apopka Assisted Living Facility owner waits for first dose of COVID-19 vaccine35 News at 5
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered vaccines to be administered to nursing homes and assisted living facilities by the end of Sunday, some wonder if it will happen.
Counties transition to state website for vaccine registration
Florida rolled out a statewide website for people to pre-register for COVID-19 vaccines. But not all counties are on board. Three counties in Central Florida have started using this system and number could that could grow. However, Osceola, Lake, and Marion counties all say they will be on that new website by next week.
COVID-19 UK variant likely more prevalent in Florida than numbers show
The United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus is spreading around the country, with California and Florida reporting the highest number of cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Florida reports 10,976 new COVID-19 cases, 219 deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 10,976 new cases of coronavirus, along with an additional 219 deaths.
Change in vaccine vendor by state leaves Sanford assisted living facility staff waiting
Thursday was the day Gracious Age Assisted Living owner Carviz Carlos was looking forward to. It was supposed to be the day CVS came to vaccinate the staff and residents at his assisted living facility in Sanford, but that didn't happen.
More UK variant COVID-19 cases detected in Central Florida
The highly contagious United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus has been detected in Central Florida -- first in Orange County and now in Seminole County.
UK variant, South Africa variant, Brazil variant: A guide to known coronavirus mutations
As the novel coronavirus continues to claim the lives of Americans and people across the world, multiple coronavirus variants are now circulating around the globe, triggering alarm among scientists and health officials.
'POD' vaccinations begin in senior community in Osceola County
People 65 and up who live inside the Solivita Community in Osceola County can get vaccinated in the comfort of their own neighborhood.
UK variant of coronavirus detected in Orange County
The highly contagious United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus has been detected in Orange County, according to health officials. Two tests that came back positive in Orange County were administered to residents who actually live in Seminole and Broward counties.
Darden Restaurants will offer paid time off for employees to get COVID-19 vaccine
Proof of vaccination will reportedly need to be provided to receive payment.
COVID-19 vaccine trial participants who got placebo now getting the 'real deal'
Pfizer and Moderna are making sure trial volunteers for their respective vaccine studies are offered the active vaccine.
Amazon distribution center vaccine site in Lake County
The Health Department in Lake County partnered with Amazon to distribute coronavirus vaccines on Wednesday. The parking lot of its distribution center in Groveland was converted into a first-come, first-serve vaccination site.
Polk fire captain accused of blackmailing paramedic in scheme to steal COVID-19 vaccine
A Polk County fire captain has turned himself in to authorities after he was accused of enlisting the help of a paramedic to steal COVID-19 vaccines meant for first responders.
More vaccines getting sent to states
President Joe Biden spoke to the nation Tuesday about steps his administration is taking to meet his goal of administering 100 million COVID-19 vaccine shots within his first 100 days in office.
Florida adds 9,594 new coronavirus cases, 227 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 9,594 new cases of coronavirus and an additional 227 deaths.
Mental health concerns during the pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, mental health concerns are on the rise. Many Americans have spent months staying at home in order to protect themselves from COVID-19. Mental health experts say that isolation could be just as dangerous.