The chief architect of Florida’s coronavirus website was fired this week after a dispute over what information should be made public, underscoring how entwined public health data and politics have become as elected officials move to reopen their communities amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has said his decision to begin reopening his state has been driven by science, and federal epidemiologists have praised his administration’s daily release of COVID-19 related data as especially granular and user-friendly.

But questions about the integrity of the state’s public health data were raised anew when Rebekah Jones, an information systems manager with the Florida Department of Health, announced in an email to researchers

Read more on globalnews.ca

All news from globalnews.ca

The website covid-19.rehab is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.

Walt Disney World waits in line for governor’s approval to repen

ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World continues to wait for a thumbs-up to reopen from Gov. Ron DeSantis after presenting its reopening plan.

Ron Desantis covid-19 pandemic Coronavirus

Central Florida mother worries as time runs out on governor’s order suspending evictions

ST. CLOUD, Fla. – The clock is ticking on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order that suspended evictions and foreclosures until Tuesday as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida city Saint Cloud, state Florida county Cloud pandemic Coronavirus

Florida announces 651 more COVID-19 cases, 45 deaths

Cases of coronavirus continue to be reported in Florida as the state pushes forward with reopening measures under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ guidance.

Ron Desantis Usa state Florida covid-19 death Department

Polk County allows vacation rental homes to reopen after months of closures due to COVID-19

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – The Department of Business and Professional Regulation is allowing Polk County to begin allowing the rental of vacation homes after the coronavirus pandemic caused a nearly two-month long shutdown.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Polk hospital covid-19 Department Coronavirus

Orange County gives green light for Disney, SeaWorld to reopen; still needs governor's approval

ORLANDO, Fla. - The proposed phased reopening plans presented by Walt Disney World and SeaWorld Orlando have been approved by the Orange County Reopening Task Force and Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, meaning they could begin reopening soon after months of being shut down because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis Jerry Demings county Orange pandemic sanitizer Coronavirus

Disney, SeaWorld announce plans for Florida parks to reopen

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – SeaWorld and Walt Disney World will reopen in Orlando, Florida, in June and July after months of inactivity because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to plans a city task force approved Wednesday.

Ron Desantis state Florida city Orlando state Indiana county Lauderdale city Fort Lauderdale, state Florida recommendations pandemic Hollywood Coronavirus

Donald Trump - Mike Pence - Ron Desantis - Florida reports 464 new cases of COVID-19, 60 new deaths as state plans for complicated hurricane season - clickorlando.com - Usa - state Florida

Florida reports 464 new cases of COVID-19, 60 new deaths as state plans for complicated hurricane season

It’s a big day for both the Space Coast and the nation as two astronauts will be launched into orbit from American soil, weather permitting, for the first time since 2011.

Donald Trump Mike Pence Ron Desantis Usa state Florida covid-19 death pandemic

Ron Desantis - Jerry Demings - Orange County answers frequently asked questions about eviction protections and housing assistance - clickorlando.com - state Florida - county Orange

Orange County answers frequently asked questions about eviction protections and housing assistance

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said he knows many people in the county are trying to figure out how to pay rent during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis Jerry Demings state Florida county Orange covid-19 pandemic Government Coronavirus

Walt Disney World presenting plans for reopening parks

ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World is presenting its plans for reopening after being shuttered along with Florida's other theme parks since mid-March because of the new coronavirus.

Ron Desantis Jerry Deming state Florida county Orange city Deming mask Coronavirus

Florida governor sends Jamaican- and Cuban-American to Supreme Court

MIAMI – Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed two Floridians from minority communities to the state Supreme Court on Tuesday: a Palm Beach County circuit judge who immigrated from Jamaica and a former assistant U.S. attorney who is the son of Cuban immigrants.

Ron Desantis Barbara Lagoa Usa state Florida county Palm Beach Cuba Jamaica outbreak recommendations president Coronavirus

Florida sees 424 new cases of COVID-19 after long Memorial Day weekend drew large crowds

As the state exited a long holiday weekend, fraught with massive crowds gathering along beaches and a large uptick in newly confirmed cases of COVID-19, Florida pushes forward under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to reopen.

Mike Ryan Ron Desantis state Florida covid-19 death Coronavirus

Save money on these items starting Friday during Florida’s hurricane sales tax holiday

Starting Friday, Floridians can save on hurricane supplies under a sales tax holiday signed into law by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Ron Desantis state Florida information

Walt Disney World may soon unveil reopening plans amid coronavirus pandemic

ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World this week could reveal when it will try to reopen its Florida theme parks.

Ron Desantis Jerry Demings state Florida county Orange pandemic Coronavirus

Orange County church to reopen its doors this weekend

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Faith Assembly of God will reopen its doors for worship on Saturday, and has put in place safety measures for COVID-19.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Orange virus covid-19 president disinfect

Universal Orlando Will Reopen on June 5, Guidelines Announced for Social Distancing

Universal Studios has announced a phased reopening of the Universal Orlando Resort beginning on June 5 and the guidelines for social distancing have been announced.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Will covid-19 guidelines sanitizer

Orange County vacation rentals receive OK to restart from state officials

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County received the green light from Florida’s business regulation agency Friday to begin allowing vacation rentals again during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Orange guidelines economy prevention Coronavirus

Fun Spot to reopen ahead of Memorial Day weekend

ORLANDO, Fla. – Fun Spot, which has been pushing to be allowed to reopen after its extended coronavirus closure, will be allowed to do just that in time for Memorial Day weekend.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Orange city Old recommendations Coronavirus

Watch live at 11: Gov. Ron DeSantis provides COVID-19 update

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference Friday to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Park city Jacksonville, state Florida covid-19 pandemic Coronavirus

Universal Orlando seeks to reopen theme parks in early June

ORLANDO, Fla. – Universal Orlando is aiming to reopen its theme parks in early June, a resort official said Thursday, more than two months after the company joined crosstown rivals Disney World and SeaWorld in closing their gates to stop the spread of the new coronavirus.

Ron Desantis Jerry Demings John Sprouls state Florida county Orange city Orlando virus president Coronavirus

Orange County sends plan to restart vacation rentals to state

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Orange County administrator sent a letter to Florida’s business regulation agency with the county’s plan to begin allowing vacation rentals again during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Orange covid-19 guidelines economy prevention

Health experts release guidelines on reopening schools during ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

As Florida continues on its path to reopening under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ guidelines, health experts are releasing their recommendations on how to safely reopen schools and bring students back to the classroom.

Ron Desantis state Florida covid-19 experts guidelines Coronavirus

Legoland reopening plan heads to state officials for final approval

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Legoland Florida executives presented their reopening plan to Winter Haven city commissioners Wednesday and were given the go-ahead to reopen on June 1 if Gov. Ron DeSantis gives his final approval.

Ron Desantis Winter Haven state Florida city Winter Haven covid-19 prevention Department Coronavirus

Vacation rentals can reopen in Osceola County after coronavirus closure

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Vacation rentals can now reopen in Osceola County after being shuttered for months due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, according to county officials.

Ron Desantis Viviana Janer state Florida county Osceola pandemic guidelines Department Coronavirus

Here’s a glimpse at theme park reopening plans

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida theme park executives revealed hints of their reopening plans Wednesday in a round table discussion with Vice President Mike Pence.

Mike Pence Ron Desantis state Florida president guidelines Coronavirus

Universal to present reopening plans to Orange County Task Force Thursday

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Universal Studios is expected to present reopening plans to the Orange County Economic Recovery Full Task Force Thursday, according to county officials.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Orange president testing pandemic

Ron Desantis - Rebekah Jones - Florida reports 47 new coronavirus deaths, 527 new cases a week out from major launch expected to draw visitors - clickorlando.com - state Florida

Florida reports 47 new coronavirus deaths, 527 new cases a week out from major launch expected to draw visitors

Florida health officials are standing by the data they make public about coronavirus cases in the state after a key personnel member who managed the COVID-19 database was fired earlier this week. According to the latest data from the Florida Department of Health, there are 527 new cases confirmed in the past 24 hours, bringing the total cases in Florida to 47,471 since early March.

Ron Desantis Rebekah Jones state Florida covid-19 Coronavirus

State explains why manger of Florida’s coronavirus dashboard was fired

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida state officials say the former manager of the state’s COVID-19 dashboard was fired because she was insubordinate, even as health leaders cry foul over her removal.

Rebekah Jones state Florida covid-19 Department Coronavirus

Retailers can now allow up to 50% capacity in Florida

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. – With what Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling a full phase one, now in effect, retailers can now allow up to 50 percent capacity.

Ron Desantis state Florida guidelines Department

Florida bars wait to reopen during pandemic

BUNNELL, Fla. – It’s a hurry up and wait for bars in Central Florida amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida pandemic sanitizer Coronavirus

Florida state universities to develop reopening plans for fall semester

As schools remain under orders from Gov. Ron DeSantis to finish out the school year with distance learning, the Florid State University system is working on developing a plan to reopen classrooms for the upcoming fall semester.

Ron Desantis state Florida covid-19 2020 guidelines

Gov. DeSantis blames paperwork problems on Florida unpaid unemployment claims

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that most remaining unsettled claims in the state’s heavily criticized unemployment system are due to incomplete applications.

Ron Desantis state Florida city Orlando city Tampa covid-19 information Department

Gyms, fitness Centers open up in Central Florida as part of phase 1

CASSELBERRY, Fla. – Gyms and fitness centers in Central Florida are allowed to open as of Monday morning, days after Gov. Ron DeSantis made the announcement that Florida would enter “full phase one” of reopening.

Ron Desantis state Florida virus experts disinfect Coronavirus

854 new cases of COVID-19 reported as Florida enters ‘full phase 1’ of reopening

Monday marked a big day for Floridians and many local economies as the state entered what Gov. Ron DeSantis called “full phase one” of his plan to reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida covid-19 testing Coronavirus

Governor in Central Florida to make ‘major’ transportation announcement

ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis will be in Orlando Monday for what his office said is expected to be a “major” transportation announcement.

Ron Desantis state Florida city Orlando city Princeton

Gym owners anxious to reopen even in face of concerns

ORLANDO – For gym owner Damien Priester at House of Sweat Orlando, no doubt things have been tough the past few weeks while his place was shut down to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Ron Desantis state Florida covid-19 pandemic sanitizer strain

Vice President Pence to visit Orlando on Wednesday

Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Orlando and meet with Gov. Ron DeSantis to discuss Florida’s phased economic reopening, according to a release.

Mike Pence Ron Desantis state Florida hospital president travelers

Orange County mayor doesn’t expect theme parks to begin opening until at least June

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – News broke Friday that theme parks across Florida can soon begin submitting their plans for reopening but locally, the Orange County mayor doesn’t expect Walt Disney World, Universal Studios or any of the other major attractions to begin the phased opening process until at least June.

Ron Desantis Jerry Demings state Florida county Orange covid-19 pandemic guidelines Coronavirus

J Henry, Floyd’s barbershops offer free haircuts to healthcare workers, first responders

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Barbershops and hair salons reopened last week in Florida and they’ve been busy making their clients look great after more than a month of being closed. To make sure those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic also get their hair cut fix, two Orlando-area barbershops are partnering up offering free cuts to those workers.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Orange pandemic Coronavirus

Florida restaurants, retail can increase to 50% capacity under governor’s full phase one reopening

ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis lifted more restrictions Friday under what he calls his “full phase one” reopening plan for Florida amid the coronavirus, which now includes increased capacity for restaurants and retail businesses.

Ron Desantis state Florida guidelines Government Coronavirus

Florida gyms, studios given green light to reopen by Gov. Ron DeSantis

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis officially gave gyms, fitness centers and studios the OK to reopen starting Monday as Florida enters the full phase one of his reopening plans amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Ron Desantis state Florida pandemic guidelines Coronavirus

Trust Index: Coronavirus cases on downward trend in Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. – This week after Florida partially reopened, from Monday, May 4 to Sunday, May 10, there were 4,518 new cases of coronavirus.

Ron Desantis state Florida experts death information Coronavirus

Florida needs more testing before phase two, data shows

ORLANDO, Fla. – It’s been nearly two weeks since Florida embarked on phase one of reopening the state and an announcement from Gov. Ron DeSantis about when phase two will happen appears imminent but a look at the Florida Department of Health data shows the state is missing a critical metric before further restrictions are lifted.

Ron Desantis Ali Mokdad state Florida Washington testing Department Coronavirus

Florida extends suspension of evictions, foreclosures until June

ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Florida is extending the order suspending evictions and foreclosures until June 2 amid the spread of the coronavirus.

Ron Desantis state Florida Coronavirus

Ron Desantis - Raul Pino - ‘We are in a very, very good place:’ In-person religious services could safely resume in Orange County, experts say - clickorlando.com - state Florida - county Orange

‘We are in a very, very good place:’ In-person religious services could safely resume in Orange County, experts say

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – During a virtual town hall hosted by Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, Florida Department of Health epidemiologist Dr. Raul Pino said he though in-person religious services could safely resume if congregation members took the appropriate precautions.

Ron Desantis Raul Pino state Florida county Orange virus covid-19 mask Coronavirus

Gov. Ron DeSantis to make announcement about Florida gyms reopening Friday

Gov. Ron DeSantis said he would likely be making an announcement Friday about the status for gyms reopening in the state of Florida. – Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a news conference Thursday that he would likely be making an announcement on Friday about the status for gyms reopening in the state of Florida.

Ron Desantis state Florida hospital guidelines infection sanitizer

Gov. Ron DeSantis announces Miami-Dade, Broward counties can enter phase 1 of reopening

Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Doral Thursday to announce that he would allow both Miami-Dade and Broward counties to enter phase one of his plan to reopen Florida.

Ron Desantis state Florida county Broward county Palm Beach county Miami-Dade covid-19 infection Department Coronavirus

Orange County mayor hosts town hall with religious leaders, here’s how to watch

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings will host a virtual town hall with faith leaders Thursday to discuss how to best prevent the spread of coronavirus in houses of worship.

Ron Desantis Jerry Demings state Florida county Orange death pandemic prevention Coronavirus

Florida sees 808 new cases of COVID-19 overnight as unemployment rate skyrockets across nation

As states across the nation push to reopen their economies that have been rocked by the coronavirus pandemic, unemployment numbers continue to hit record highs.

Ron Desantis state Florida covid-19 testing Coronavirus

United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

Florida under scrutiny for coronavirus data reporting website after designer fired

Related News