COVID In Florida: 15,019 Additional Cases, 106 New Deaths Reported On Saturday
The Florida Department of Health has reported another 15,019 new coronavirus cases on Saturday.
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The Florida Department of Health has reported another 15,019 new coronavirus cases on Saturday.
As the Republican-led Florida Legislature moves quickly to provide broad COVID-19 liability limits for businesses, some lawmakers say additional protections should be provided for "essential" and front-line employees showing up for work.
The state has rolled out a new COVID-19 vaccination pre-registration system for people 65 and older along with frontline health care workers.
The Florida Department of Health has reported another 10,976 new coronavirus cases on Friday.
We are getting close to that time again when thousands of college students flock to South Florida beaches for spring break.
Vaccinations by appointment only for anyone 65 and older are being offered at Hard Rock Stadium, but officials are saying people without appointments are showing up, creating a traffic jam and longer wait times for those who actually have appointments.
Governor Ron DeSantis has fired back at Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez's accusations that he is playing politics with vaccine distribution.
The AmericanAirlines Arena opened its doors Thursday to a limited number of fans for the first time in months.
The push is on to get more people vaccinated more quickly in South Florida, where the UK mutant coronavirus strain is spreading rapidly, according to health officials.
Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez is lashing out at the state, accusing the governor's office of playing politics with vaccine distribution.
The Florida Department of Health has reported another 11,423 new coronavirus cases on Thursday.
There is now a mask mandate in effect for anyone visiting Tampa's popular outdoor destinations for the Super Bowl, to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
PBS South Florida's Health Channel hosted a town hall meeting with medical experts answering questions on vaccines and lending their thoughts on when we may return to "normal."
Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez is frustrated that COVID-19 vaccines have not made it to residents of his city.
A prominent, African-American City Commissioner is speaking out about the Coronavirus vaccines, urging all residents to learn more about them and how to get them.
The Florida Department of Health has reported another 8,408 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday.
Publix will soon become the sole distributor of COVID-19 vaccines in one South Florida county.
Miami-Dade County is working to make getting the COVID vaccine more accessible.
The Florida Department of Health has reported another 9,594 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday.
Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida is leading the nation when it comes to vaccinating seniors against COVID-19.
An arbitrator has ruled Broward schools can require teachers to return to their classrooms during the pandemic.
Miami-Dade has launched another way for people 65 and older to check or and schedule appointments to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
The Florida Department of Health in Broward has opened a new COVID-19 vaccination site at Snyder Park in Fort Lauderdale.
A Boston doctor is urging people to update their face covering.
The Miami Heat are bringing back some fans, with help from some dogs.
Police say the mother turned herself in as investigators continue examining inconsistencies in her statements and the child's grandmother calls for upgraded charges against the boyfriend.
Police say they encountered a man in crisis before the shooting, as neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and investigators worked late into the night.
Because of dwindling enrollment, which has created a major budget shortfall, he says he needs to cut $100 million.
A Florida man faces dozens of child pornography charges following an investigation that began with a referral from law enforcement officials in California, authorities said on Friday.
Authorities say the suspect targeted vulnerable immigrant families with false promises of legal help; police believe more victims may come forward.
Police say the mother turned herself in as investigators continue examining inconsistencies in her statements and the child's grandmother calls for upgraded charges against the boyfriend.
Police say they encountered a man in crisis before the shooting, as neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and investigators worked late into the night.
Because of dwindling enrollment, which has created a major budget shortfall, he says he needs to cut $100 million.
A Florida man faces dozens of child pornography charges following an investigation that began with a referral from law enforcement officials in California, authorities said on Friday.
Authorities say the suspect targeted vulnerable immigrant families with false promises of legal help; police believe more victims may come forward.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
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A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
The celebrated Sundance Film Festival, opening Thursday in Park City, Utah, includes films starring Natalie Portman, Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen and Charli XCX, plus a wide range of documentaries.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.