Las Vegas slots player wins $15.5M jackpot on Christmas Eve
The Suncoast Hotel and Casino reported a man named Kevin won nearly $15.5 million from one of its slot machines Thursday night.
Florida announces $28 million for COVID-19 relief employment
Funds will go towards coronavirus disaster relief in the form of temporary jobs, employment and training services, and supportive services.
Analysts: Florida's tourism to experience uptick in 2021
The outlooks posted Tuesday indicate the state could be back to 30 million visitors a quarter by the third quarter of 2021.
Florida unemployment claims drop as slow holiday season nears
The estimated unemployment claims in Florida were the lowest since before the pandemic forced businesses to shut down or scale back in March.
State of Port Canaveral: Travel potential but many obstacles remain
The CDC has no lifted the no sail-order and replaced it with a conditional sail order through November 1st, 2021.
Legoland Florida hiring for theme park, hotel jobs
Legoland is looking to fill 35 different roles, both full-time and part-time, in departments ranging from entertainment to operations to, hotel services, security, retail and even water park lifeguards.
Still missing your stimulus check? IRS says time is running out to get the money
Eligible individuals have until Nov. 21 to claim coronavirus stimulus check.
Union workers at Walt Disney World receive layoff notices
On Friday, Disney released the number of union employees of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. who will be laid off on Dec. 31.
Tupperware see profit rebound during pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has hit many companies hard, but Kissimmee-base Tupperware has enjoyed a rebound in profit.
Amazon launches new shopper panel program
Amazon wants to know more about what you are buying and the company is willing to pay for information.
Weekly unemployment claims up in Florida, nation
Florida received an estimated 44,795 first-time unemployment claims during the week that ended October 10th, up from 42,306 in the prior week.
Union: 8,800 part-time Disney employees laid off as parks struggle
However, the union also announced that they have come to an agreement with Disney that there will be no permanent layoffs.
Central Florida Golden Corral franchise files for bankruptcy
So far in Florida, only the location in celebration is open for business - with plenty of safety and hygiene upgrades. The owner said he plans to have six of them open by the end of October and ten of them open by the end of the year.
Cruise line association says all passengers, crew will need COVID-19 tests before boarding
The new testing rule is 'effective immediately worldwide,' said a CLIA exec.
Norwegian Cruise Line suspending all sailings until December
Last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) extended its 'No Sail' order for cruise ships through October 31st.
Disney employee starts food pantry for thousands of coworkers laid off, furloughed amid coronavirus
'No cast member goes hungry'
Florida’s eviction moratorium has expired, now what?
Some renters are still protected under the CDC eviction order.
2nd round of stimulus checks would be in relief bill: Mnuchin
The Treasury Secretary says a potential coronavirus relief package will include another round of checks for Americans.
First-time unemployment claims drop in Florida
However, tourism, travel and retail companies continue to advise the state they are shedding workers.
Disney to lay off 28,000
Florida's unemployment crisis is deepening as The Walt Disney Company announced it plans to lay off 28,000 at its parks in Florida and California.