UPDATED INFO | Gov. Ron DeSantis said 260 workers at the Orlando International Airport have tested positive for the coronavirus after nearly 500 employees were tested.
MUST WATCH: PUPPY PLAYDATE 😍 | Georgia Aquarium was closed to humans amid fears over the coronavirus pandemic, however its doors stayed open for two puppies from Atlanta Humane Society, siblings Odie and Carmel. 📹=
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Jack Sweeney, the University of Central Florida student that made national headlines with his Twitter account that tracked Elon Musk’s jet, now appears to be doing the same with Gov. Ron DeSantis.
MUST CONCENTRATE 😂 | A cat at a temple in Thailand crawled onto a monk's lap during New Year's Eve prayers to get some affection, but the monk tried to maintain his concentration.
TURTLE ON WHEELS | A zoological intern at a hospital picked up a Lego car kit, and using some syringe parts and animal-safe epoxy, vets MacGyvered a sweet little rig for Pedro's caboose.
Former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg was indicted Wednesday on new federal charges that allege he used his access to state databases to recruit and solicit an underage girl for sex.
Hundreds of students walked out of Edgewater High School in Orlando to protest a proposed piece of legislation that could have an impact on LGBTQ+ students across the state.
$20,000 REWARD | Dave Bautista is offering a $20,000 reward leading to the arrest of the person responsible for scratching “Trump” onto the skin of a manatee in the Homosassa River in Citrus County.
A federal judge has quickly rejected Florida’s request to block a Biden administration requirement that workers at hospitals, nursing homes and other health-care providers be vaccinated against COVID-19.
A look at the crowd at the Orlando International Airport after a man jumped from the upper level this morning. Everyone flying out of gates 70-129 will need to be re-screened. (Photo credit: Rasha Mubarak)
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At least 66 people were killed after a gas pipeline exploded in Mexico last night. The explosion comes after the country's president closed many pipelines in order to crack down on fuel theft.
"She wants to see what's real," said the first lady's spokeswoman Stephanie Grisham. "She wanted to see as close to what she had been seeing on TV. She wants to see a realistic view of what's happening."
"Was just in Cosco... getting a generator and this guy right here is purchasing over 100 generators and food to send to the
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!" the post said. "All I could do was shake his hand and thank him! There still are good people in the world!" Alec Sprague
IT TAKES 2 SECONDS TO SHARE | An Amber Alert was issued Monday morning for a missing 5-year-old Florida girl out of Madison, which is located in between Tallahassee and Jacksonville.
BREATHTAKING | This is what the Alps look like from an eagle's point of view. "Victor" soared high above the mountain range in Europe last month with a camera mounted between its wings.
Since April, Publix has rescued more than five million pounds of produce from going to waste by buying directly from farmers and donating goods to Feeding America food banks, officials said.
BREAKING | Leaders in Seminole County announced that residents will now be required to wear masks while out in public as an added measure to stop the spread of COVID-19.
As Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody commemorates “National Sunshine Week” by reminding Floridians about the state’s open meeting and public record laws, Moody has remained mum about Gov. Ron DeSantis delaying the release of some public records.
OFFICER SUSPENDED | Officer Dennis Turner has been assigned to the Reserve Officer Program pending an investigation after he arrested an 8-year-old and a 6-year-old Thursday.
Mary Kay Letourneau was a married mother of four having difficulties with her marriage in 1996 when she had sex with her 13-year-old student. She later married him.
The diverse field of Democratic candidates includes political newcomer Maxwell Alejandro Frost, the national organizing director of March For Our Lives. If elected, the 25-year-old could potentially become the first Gen Z member of Congress.
BREAKING | The Orange County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests of three men Friday who are accused of attacking a Jewish victim during a Nazi rally near Alafaya Trail and Waterford Lakes Parkway.
A third case of a defendant who was arrested by an elections police unit created by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and a Republican-controlled Florida Legislature has been thrown out.
IT SNOWED IN FLORIDA ❄️ 😱 No, we aren't joking. The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office in Lake Lorraine (Florida Panhandle) posted this video and reported flurries around 3 a.m. More --->
END OF CHEMO 👏 | Karen Gehl, who was been News 6's receptionist for the last 25 years, had her final chemo treatment and rang the bell to celebrate the occasion. We love you, Karen.
"ARE YOU GOING TO SHOOT US?" | 5-year-old Simone went to a protest in Houston with her parents after the death of George Floyd. Her dad said an officer saw his daughter crying and came over. WATCH as the officer comforts and reassures the little girl.
GRAB SOME TISSUES 😭 | A blind Ocala boy battling brain cancer received a guitar from country music star Kelsea Ballerini. You can watch the video here.
❄ NOPE, NOPE, NOPE ❄ | These ducks at Whispering Elm Farm in Paola, Kansas left their winter shed on Sunday, only to turn right back around when they realized it was snowing outside.
Surfers gathered in New Smyrna Beach Monday for a paddle out to honor George Floyd, a black man killed in police custody. Dozens of surfers made a prayer circle in the Atlantic Ocean.
HEARTBREAKING FOOTAGE 💔 | Drone footage showed the trail of damage left by Hurricane Ian in the Gulf Coast city of Fort Myers on Thursday, where boats were washed ashore and left lodged between buildings.
INCREDIBLE VIDEO | Boynton Beach police shared a scary but heartwarming video of a woman who suffered a medical episode while driving and a group of people jumped into action to help the woman and stop her car. Full video:
In Florida, for the first time in modern history, registered Republican voters outnumber Democrats. Gov. Ron DeSantis is heading into a reelection campaign buoyed by a national profile and a cash reserve unmatched by any Democratic challenger.
It is unclear if his request is related to criticism the department has faced over the past week after Petito’s body was discovered in a remote area in northwestern Wyoming.
TOUCHING TRIBUTE 🙏 | The Kissimmee Police Department formed a heart with 13 patrol cars to honor the 13 service men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan. "Our hearts go out to their families and friends. May they Rest In Peace and never be forgotten."
UNBELIEVABLE VIDEO 😱 | A driver, accused of driving under the influence, nearly hit a couple crossing the street with a stroller in Arizona. Police said, "An angel in the form of a Chevy Cruz may have saved the lives of a couple."
BREAKING | Disney is canceling its plans to build a $1 billion campus in the Lake Nona area of Orlando, along with plans to relocate thousands of jobs to Florida.
VIDEO: “Over 4,000 people have died and you are blaming the protesters, you guys have no plans and are doing nothing,” he yelled at Gov. DeSantis and the Miami-Dade County mayor.
WHAT A BIG BOY | Floyd the 190-pound mastiff went for a hike with his owner near Salt Lake City on Sunday. But when it was time to come down, Floyd was too exhausted and just sat down.