Hurricane Laura barrels toward the United States as a powerful Hurricane, Central Florida search-and-rescue teams are deploying ahead of the storm to aid those in need.The Florida USAR Task Force 4 will be traveling to southwest Louisiana, near Lake Charles, to meet with the Louisiana state fire marshal, who will give out orders.According to officials, about 40 firefighters will be a part of the deployment that is expected to last about 15 days.[LIVE TRACK: Laura now forecast to be a catastrophic Category 4 hurricane]“Task Force 4 specializes in structural collapse, swift water rescue, wide-area search and hazardous materials,” officials said.The team includes firefighters, paramedics, structural engineers, doctors, search-and-rescue K-9s,.

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Covid-19: Keeping our cool amid the coronavirus heat

There was a wonderful moment this week, as I was leaving the Department of Health building, after a live broadcast for the 1pm television news.

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Lucknow Metro to ensure highest standards of health, hygiene: UPMRC MD

LUCKNOW : Keeping in mind the safety of commuters amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has revised its operational framework to meet the highest standards of health and hygiene.The revamped guidelines extend to every outlet and encompass check-in procedures, station premises and surveillance systems, he said, adding that Lucknow Metro will follow normal timings of operation -- 6 am to 10 pm -- when services resume on September 7."Lucknow Metro has adopted the highest level of hygiene and safety measures for the well-being of commuters and it is the safest way to travel," UPMRC MD Kumar Keshav said.Keshav said special emphasis is being laid on mopping and cleanliness inside the Metro premises.Signage

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Britney Spears’ lawyer says she wants court battle over conservatorship made public

LOS ANGELES - Pop singer Britney Spears is ready to open up about her longstanding conservatorship case to the public, according to her attorney.In documents obtained by FOX TV Stations on Sept.

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High School football kicks off in Florida

#FridayNightLights in Florida line of the night: @GovRonDesantis during pre-game locker room speech, “If you all lived in California, do you know where you’d be tonight? On your couch!” NOT in Florida. pic.twitter.com/rivRZVGhzuThis past August the FHSAA board of directors voted to allow schools to begin practice and to set up a schedule for the fall season.Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran and Gov.

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Rockets run away from No. 1 seed Lakers, take Game 1 112-97

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The Los Angeles Lakers are playing from behind again in these NBA playoffs.James Harden scored 36 points and the Houston Rockets ran away from the Lakers 112-97 on Friday night, the second straight round the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference lost its opener.Russell Westbrook added 24 points, nine rebounds and six assists, and Eric Gordon had 23 points for the Rockets, the No.

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Postal Service in Central Florida set to hire 1,000 employees in Central Florida

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Postal Service in Central Florida is set to hire 1,000 employees in Central Florida.USPS said successful applicants will work at one of seven mail processing and distribution centers from Nov. 7 through Jan.

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Heat use big 4th quarter to take 3-0 series lead over Bucks

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Jimmy Butler sent the ball out to Jae Crowder, then started celebrating before his teammate even took the shot.He knew what was about to happen.The Miami Heat did it again — and have the Milwaukee Bucks, the No. 1 overall seed in the NBA playoffs, on the brink of leaving the bubble weeks earlier than they anticipated.Butler scored 17 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, the Heat outscored the Bucks 40-13 in those final 12 minutes — the biggest fourth-quarter margin in NBA playoff history — and topped Milwaukee 115-100 to take a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.“No, I'm not surprised," Butler said.

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‘Deadly December’ ahead with nearly 30,000 COVID-19 deaths each day in Northern Hemisphere, IHME predicts

SEATTLE - The University of Washington’s Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) is predicting an estimated 30,000 deaths from COVID-19 each day in the Northern Hemisphere as winter falls.According to IHME, part of the University of Washington’s School of Medicine, nearly 770,000 lives worldwide could be saved between now and Jan. 1 through coronavirus preventive measures suggested by the CDC, including mask-wearing and social distancing.Deaths expected by Jan.

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Traditional first lady cookie contest won't happen ahead of 2020 election

FILE - First Lady Melania Trump attends an event to mark National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in the East Room of the White House on September 3, 2020 in Washington, DC.

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Canada adds 627 coronavirus cases ahead of long weekend

coronavirus cases in Canada grew by 627 on Friday ahead of the Labour Day weekend, a significant uptick compared with recent weeks. Canada adds 246K new jobs in August, unemployment rate falls amid coronavirus It’s the highest daily total Canada has seen since early June.

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'We are still in control of Covid-19' - Ronan Glynn

The Acting Chief Medical Officer has said that Irish people have learned to live safely with Covid-19, and that the virus was still "under control here".

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50 Orange County schools, work sites have now had confirmed cases of COVID-19

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – It’s unclear just how many cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed in students and staff at Orange County Public Schools based on the information the school district released Friday evening but 50 schools or worksites have had at least one COVID-19 case in the past two weeks.By the end of the school week on Friday, Orange County has issued 373 quarantine letters to specific students and/or staff at 27 schools across the district, according to a statement from the district.Earlier in the week, OCPS officials said they planned to release more information about virus cases tied to schools and worksites.

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Harrell wins Sixth Man Award to keep it with Clippers

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Montrezl Harrell won the NBA's Sixth Man Award on Friday, keeping the honor for the league’s top reserve with the Los Angeles Clippers for the third straight season.Harrell ended the two-year run of teammate Lou Williams — who finished third — and gave the Clippers four winners in the last five years. Harrell and Williams helped the Clippers have the league’s highest-scoring bench for the second straight season.Harrell received 58 first-place votes from a panel of 100 sports writers and broadcasters, earning 397 points.

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CDC tells states to prepare for COVID-19 vaccine in November but researchers say it might be too soon

DeLAND, Fla. – The CDC is asking state officials to start preparing for a COVID-19 vaccine distribution as early as November, according to documents obtained by News 6.A spokesperson with the Florida Division of Emergency Management said it received the guidance from the CDC on August 27. The documents shed more light on how the state is preparing to distribute a coronavirus vaccine.

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Lake County art exhibit features work from artists with autisim

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – Central Floridians can enjoy a one-of-a-kind exhibit featuring dozens of original drawings, photography, and 3D art, highlighting the creativity of those who see life from a different perspective. The exhibit runs through Sept.

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Truck meet expected to draw thousands to Daytona Beach

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The trucks roared into town on Friday for Daytona’s Truck Meet to start the weekend. Truckers are either spending time using the track at the Daytona International Speedway or showing off their rides around town and at the beach, where some families have already started their holiday weekend.

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Hotel customers wait months for refunds after COVID-19 cancellations

ORLANDO, Fla. – Customers who made hotel room reservations at a popular resort off International Drive claim they have been waiting months for refunds following cancellations related to the COVID-19 pandemic.Holiday Inn Resort Orlando Suites and Waterpark, formerly known as the Nickelodeon Hotel, closed in May as Central Florida’s tourism industry suffered declining visitation in the wake of virus.As frustrated customers attempt to get their money back, the hotel is accused of failing to pay tourist development taxes to Orange County while also facing lawsuits and liens from several contractors who claim they are owed money for services performed prior to the resort’s closure.“That was going to be our vacation,” said Ashley Boser, who

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Lake County set to accept applications Phase II of funds from CARES Act

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – Lake County officials are getting ready to accept applications for Phase II of the funds from the CARES ACT.County officials said the eligibility criteria for businesses to obtain funding from a $16 million program will be expanded on Sept. 8.Non-essential businesses will be able to apply for funds.The county listed a chart at this link so businesses can see if they meet the criteria to apply for funds.Essential businesses, non-essential businesses, and non-profit organizations may qualify for the funds.Applications for Phase II will start on Sept.

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Alberta’s chief medical officer of health to update COVID-19 situation ahead of long weekend

COVID-19 situation Friday ahead of the Labour Day long weekend and after the first week students are back at school.The majority of Alberta children returned to their classrooms this week, after classes were cancelled roughly six months ago because of the pandemic. Coronavirus: Alberta updates continuing care facility protocols, giving residents more flexibility Hinshaw is expected to speak at 3:30 p.m., and the news conference will be live streamed in this post.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]As of Thursday, the province had 1,415 active cases of COVID-19, with 130 new cases being confirmed in the past 24 hours.

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Florida man wanted for beating wife after I-75 tire blowout, troopers say

Joey Morgan (inset). FHP photos.

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Port Orange arson suspect wanted on attempted murder charges, police say

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Port Orange police have obtained an arrest warrant for a man accused of intentionally setting a woman on fire and burning down a mobile home.Police and Port Orange Fire Rescue responded to the home at 5348 Landis Ave. on Thursday at 3:31 a.m.

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Raptors-Celtics prep for Game 4, Nuggets-Clippers for Game 2

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – A year ago, Toronto had The Shot.This time, the Raptors have The Pass.Despite Kyle Lowry’s attempts to take attention off the pass that he threw to OG Anunoby to set up the gamewinning, probably season-saving 3-pointer at the buzzer for Toronto in what became its 104-103 win over the Boston Celtics on Thursday, he’s probably going to have to accept that it will be a memorable moment — especially if the Raptors go on to win this Eastern Conference semifinal series.Game 4 of Celtics-Raptors is Saturday night, followed by Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinal matchup between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers.

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Tank for Trevor? Jaguars say no way despite roster purge

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Attention shoppers: There’s a fire sale going on in Jacksonville.Starters. Team leaders.

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Daytona State College suspends sports after ’unacceptable’ spike in COVID-19 positivity rate

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – All athletic activities at Daytona State College have been suspended due to what school officials are calling an “unacceptable increase in positivity rate” among student athletes.According to a statement from a representative at the college, the suspension comes after a reported spike in the COVID-19 positivity rate among athletes who live in school housing.School officials said on Friday that 20 out of 165 student athletes had tested positive for COVID-19.[DATABASE: Tracking coronavirus in Central Florida schools]The representative said the school planned to have fall sports despite the pandemic, but that the increase in cases, suspending athletics was in the best interest of the players and coaches.“Daytona State

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Health officials urge caution ahead of Labor Day with Florida coronavirus cases stabilizing

ORLANDO, Fla. – State and local government leaders are asking Florida residents to be cautious this Labor Day weekend and avoid large gatherings so the downward trend of coronavirus cases can stay on course.The Florida Department of Health on Friday reported 3,198 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the state’s total to 640,211 since the pandemic arrived here in March. The state also reported 103 new fatalities associated with the respiratory illness, bringing Florida’s death toll to 11,903, including 153 non-residents who died in the Sunshine State.According to the Agency for Healthcare Administration, as of 10:30 a.m.

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Texas senator joins calls for Senate hearing on deaths at Fort Hood

AUSTIN, Texas - Senator John Cornyn has joined calls for a Senate hearing into the command climate and culture at Fort Hood after the disappearances and deaths of several soldiers stationed there, including SPC Vanessa Guillén. The Texas senator and two Democratic U.S. senators from Massachusetts, U.S.

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Camp injuries, virus protocols had some NFL teams scrambling

NEW YORK – Adam Gase probably could've saved some time after a few training camp practices by reading off the names of New York Jets players who weren't nursing injuries. Hamstring pulls, core muscle injuries and banged-up knees.

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Thousands of unregistered Orange County students will not result in layoffs this semester, superintendent says

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Florida school districts, including Orange County, are working to locate students who did not register for online or in-person options this year.Orange County Public School enrollment is down 18,000 students below the 209,000 students projected in July, Superintendent Barbara Jenkins said Friday in a video update to OCPS families.“Principals, teachers, social workers and staff are diligently pursuing the students we were expecting. I want to encourage parents, guardians, family members who are aware of a change in location of one of our students to reach out to their school,” Jenkins said.Jenkins also addresses concerns about possible layoffs due to low enrollment.

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Casey Anthony's 'Racy' Movie Scrapped Due to 'Multitude' of Factors, Including Coronavirus

Casey Anthony will no longer be releasing her movie, tentatively called As I Was Told.

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Events to celebrate Rider Pride ahead of Labour Day

The province has proclaimed September 6th as Saskatchewan Roughrider Day, ahead of what would have been the highly-anticipated Labour Day Classic. The Saskatchewan Roughriders is holding events to celebrate Rider Pride.

Florida woman accused of trying to hire hit man to kill romantic rival

PALM BAY, Fla. – A 33-year-old Palm Bay woman was arrested on allegations of attempting to hire a hit man to kill another woman, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.Ashley Spencer was arrested Thursday afternoon at her workplace on charges of solicitation to commit first-degree murder and solicitation to commit occupied burglary with battery. She’s being held without bond at the Brevard County Jail.The Sheriff’s Office said an investigation began in late August when authorities received information from a concerned citizen who advised that someone wanted to harm a Brevard County Sheriff’s Office correctional deputy.

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Disability Rights Florida Working To Reform State’s “Guardianship” Laws.

Disability Scoop (9/1, Teproff) reports on how the advocacy group Disability Rights Florida is working to reform the “guardianship” laws of the state “by promoting a mechanism known as supported decision-making.” Under Florida law, residents under guardianship cannot legally vote, make large purchases, or make travel plans outside the state.

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Seminole County Public Schools Superintendent Walt Griffin to step down

SANFORD, Fla. – Seminole County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Walt Griffin will retire at the end of the 2020-21 school year, he announced Friday via YouTube.[WATCH FULL VIDEO STATEMENT FROM Dr. Walt Griffin BELOW]Griffin, a one-time teacher and Florida Principal of the year in 2003, was appointed as superintendent in 2012, part of his 40 years as an educator.In the video, Griffin said he wanted to send a personal message.“I have informed the board that I would like to retire the spring of 2021 in conjunction with my 62nd birthday,” Griffin said.

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Walmart drops its top toys of 2020 ahead of the holiday season

[MORE: These baby Yoda memes are driving the internet crazy | POLL: What song from ‘Frozen 2’ is stuck in your head?]Experts are suggesting that people will start their holiday shopping early this year in order to avoid possible delays. This year will also see an increase in online sales as the coronavirus pandemic continues to grow in some states.This year’s list is comprised of interactive play, educational toys, screen-free indoor entertainment and energy-burning outdoor activities.Walmart’s list is broken down into six categories: popular character toys, high-tech gadgets, interactive play, surprise toys, outdoor toys and indoor entertainment.

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Researchers suggest this vitamin could lower your chances of getting COVID-19

The Weather Channel. “Our statistical analysis suggests this may be true for the COVID-19 infection.”Vitamin D has a list of benefits, including supporting lung function and cardiovascular health.

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Newborn dies after being left in hot car in Florida

PANAMA CITY, Fla. – A newborn baby died after being left inside a hot car in Florida’s Panhandle, sheriff’s officials said.The Bay County Sheriff’s Office offered few details about the case on Thursday. Rescue crews were called to a home in Panama City late Wednesday after the baby was found inside the car.90s.

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Teen arrested in cyberattacks on Florida schools

MIAMI – A 16-year-old student has been arrested for orchestrating a series of network outages and cyberattacks during the first week of school in Florida’s largest district, authorities said Thursday.District police said they also believe others were involved in the cyberattacks, which have plagued the Miami-Dade schools since they reopened Monday and students began receiving online instruction amid the coronavirus pandemic.“We will not rest until every one of them is caught and brought to justice,” schools police chief Edwin Lopez said.Superintendent of Schools Alberto Carvalho said it was “disheartening that one of our own students has admitted to intentionally causing this kind of disruption.”According to Lopez, the student at South

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1 wounded at River Reach Apartments in Orange County

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A person was wounded, possibly from a gunshot, late Thursday at an east Orange County apartment complex, according to deputies.The incident was reported at the River Reach Apartments on Colonial Drive near Alafaya Trail.The victim was taken to Orlando Regional Medical Center for treatment, deputies said.Neighbors told News 6 they heard several gunshots and someone screaming for help.The culprit has not been located, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said.No other details have been released.

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Leonard scores 29 points; Clippers rout Nuggets in Game 1

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Kawhi Leonard scored 29 points and the Los Angeles Clippers rolled past the Denver Nuggets 120-97 on Thursday night in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.Paul George scored 19 points and Marcus Morris added 18. The Clippers shot 57% from the field.Nikola Jokic scored 15 points for the Nuggets, who were coming off a seven-game series with Utah that just ended Tuesday.

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Orlando police chief agrees use of force policy from state association

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Police Chiefs Association Subcommittee on Accountability and Societal Change release its list of recommendations when it comes to the use of force policy.The first thing listed is banning the use of chokeholds unless an officer determines the suspect could cause death or serious harm to others.Another recommendation listed required officers to give a verbal warning before shooting “where feasible.”The Florida Police Chiefs Association Subcommittee on Accountability and Societal Change, that Chief Broadway was...The policy suggestions also recommend law enforcement agencies document anytime an officer pulls out their gun, even if they don’t use it.It also calls for an increase in the responsibility of an

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COVID-19 school data to directly come from districts

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County health officer Dr. Raul Pino announced by law he will have to sharply curtail the release of COVID-19 data related to schools.

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OG for 3: Anunoby beats buzzer to lift Raptors over Celtics

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Facing the absolute brink, the Toronto Raptors suddenly have life.OG Anunoby caught a crosscourt inbounds pass from Kyle Lowry and hit a 3-pointer with no time remaining, and the Raptors beat the Boston Celtics 104-103 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series Thursday night.Toronto cut Boston's series lead to 2-1. The Celtics took a two-point lead when Kemba Walker found Daniel Theis for a dunk with a half-second left.No team in NBA history has rallied from a 3-0 series deficit.

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Free COVID-19 testing site to open at Rosemont Neighborhood Center

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A free coronavirus testing site will open at the Rosemont Neighborhood Center in Orlando on Sept. 9.City officials said there is no symptom criteria to get a test, but appointments are required.Appointments can be made here.Patients must be 18 and they must have an Orange County ID.Appointments can be made starting Friday at this link.Results typically come back five days after the test is administered.Orange County posted a list of sites patients can get a COVID-19 test or an antibody test, for more information click this link.

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Confusion, anxiety as students head back to school

Plenty of parents are feeling uneasy as they send their kids back to school, while others are staying home. As Eric Sorensen explains, parents and educators want smaller class sizes, but that’s not always possible.

Facebook will pay some users to deactivate their accounts ahead of 2020 election

MENLO PARK, Calif. - Facebook will pay some people to deactivate their accounts for a period of time as part of its effort to better understand the impact of Facebook and Instagram on society during the 2020 election.The social media giant announced Aug.

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Orange-Osceola State Attorney candidate Monique Worrell wants to change the culture of prosecution

ORLANDO, Fla. – The woman who could be Orange-Osceola’s next top prosecutor spoke about criminal justice reform, her children and the Black Lives Matter movement during a wide-ranging interview with News 6. Monique Worrell beat out three democratic candidates to win the Aug.

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant wins NBA's rookie of the year award

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – The first three baskets of Memphis’ season set the tone for Ja Morant’s rookie year. All were layups, all by him, the level of difficulty increasing each time.He made them look easy that night.

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Central Florida rescue teams head to Louisiana ahead of Hurricane Laura

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