Relief for small businesses on the way
For small businesses dealing with closures, help could be on the way. The U.S. Senate has approved a $483 billion coronavirus aid package to replenish a small-business payroll fund. The House is expected to vote on the legislation on Wednesday.
Calls for probe into Florida unemployment system
Calls for an investigation into Florida's troubled unemployment benefits system are growing.
Congressman says 'problematic' unemployment website could lead to federal action
Pressure is mounting for Florida to fix its unemployment insurance program as hundreds of thousands of claims come in.
Bernie Sanders suspends campaign
Bernie Sanders has suspended his presidential campaign after falling behind Joe Biden by over 300 delegates
Federal response to COVID-19
Congress is in recess for two weeks. They are working out how they will address the COVID-19 response upon returning. It is unclear if they will return by April 20 or how they will conduct business.
DNC delays convention from July to August
The Democratic National Convention has been delayed by a month due to the coronavirus oubreak.
Biden, Trump primary election wins certified
The primary contest, held as the state was ramping up its response to the novel coronavirus outbreak, helped cement Biden’s position as the frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Coronavirus stimulus bill approved by U.S. Senate
The United States Senate has passed a bill aimed at giving American workers impacted by the coronavirus outbreak some relief. The House will vote on the legislation on Friday.
Democrats, DeSantis square off on 'shelter in place'
Florida Democrats have been lambasting Gov. Ron DeSantis for not issuing a statewide “shelter in place” order that would replicate directives governors, mayors and county commissioners in other parts of the nation have made to stunt the spread of the virus.
Coronavirus taking hit on economy
President Donald Trump says he would like to lift restrictions prompted by coronavirus concerns by Easter.
Republican jumps into race to replace Sullivan
With Rep. Jennifer Sullivan, R-Mount Dora, announcing this month that she will not seek re-election, the first Republican candidate has emerged to try to replace her in a Central Florida House District.
Legislative leaders bank on reserves to weather storm
Legislative leaders maintain the state has enough money in reserves to get through the initial economic hit from COVID-19, as Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis wants state analysts to quickly update revenue forecasts.
Debate over coronavirus relief package
Another attempt to advance the aid bill on Capitol Hill failed in an afternoon vote. The plan would send checks to U.S. households and offer support for small businesses and the hard-hit travel industry, among other things, but Democrats say it too heavily favors corporations at the expense of public health and workers.
Florida Presidential Primary Results
Joe Biden is the projected winner of the Florida Primary, according to the Associated Press.
Coronavirus outbreak impacting Florida Primary
With the Sunshine States Primary on Tuesday, poll workers are taking extra steps to protect themselves and voters over coronavirus worries.
Florida set to vote in primary amid coronavirus concerns
With the coronavirus outbreak, there are concerns that people won't show up to vote in the Florida Primary on March 17, but elections officials say they are doing everything to keep voters and workers safe.
President Trump attends fundraiser in Longwood
President Donald Trump attended a high-dollar fundraiser in Longwood, Florida on Monday before returning to Washington to attend a briefing on the latest efforts by the federal government to address the coronavirus.
Presidential forum between Biden, Sanders in Orlando canceled due to coronavirus concerns, AFL-CIO confirms
The event, which would have featured Democratic presidential candidates Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden, was scheduled for just five days before the state's presidential primary.
Super Tuesday shake up
Super Tuesday results shook up the field of presidential candidates. Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg suspended his campaign on Wednesday and offered his endorsement to Joe Biden.
Orlando Mayor Dyer endorses Biden for President just one day after endorsing Bloomberg
Bloomberg dropped out of the race on Wednesday morning after spending tens of millions in advertising and only taking away 44 delegates on Super Tuesday.