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16.06.2020 / 22:09

’Gov. DeSantis has lost control of Florida’s COVID-19 response,’ state official says

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis has “lost control of Florida’s COVID-19 response,” according to Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried.Fried released a statement knocking DeSantis’ leadership amid the coronavirus pandemic on the same day the Florida Department of Health reported a record-high number of COVID-19 cases confirmed statewide in a single day.[READ: What happened to flattening COVID-19 curve? Data shows Florida is among states with increases]She said the recent spike in reported cases “makes it clear” that the public health situation is not under control.“His policies are simply not working, and he’s recklessly reopening Florida despite the data screaming for caution.

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Lake County no longer wants controversial Confederate statue

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – Lake County commissioners said Tuesday it is going to ask Gov. Ron DeSantis to find a new spot for a statue of a Confederate general.In a commission meeting, county leaders said they will draft a letter asking the governor to find another venue for the statue of Confederate General Edmund Kirby Smith.

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Florida reports 1,758 new COVID-19 cases as state enters second week of phase 2 reopening

ORLANDO, Fla. – As Florida entered its second week under Gov.

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Florida coronavirus cases continue to rise as state reopens

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Florida hits new record with over 2,000 new COVID-19 cases

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Union rep says Orange County teachers don’t feel safe returning to classrooms

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – With Gov. Ron DeSantis’ announcement Thursday that he plans to reopen schools for in-person learning in the fall, News 6 spoke with Wendy Doromal, the president of the Orange County Teachers Classroom Association.Doromal said their teachers aren't ready.

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Florida governor attributes increase in coronavirus infections to farm workers, long-term care facilities

highest rate of new coronavirus cases Friday since the pandemic first arrived in state, when asked about the increase in positive cases Gov. Ron DeSantis said there were several reasons including farm workers.While health officials in Seminole and Orange counties have warned residents to be cautious because cases of the virus are increasing, the governor has not.During a news conference in Miami Friday when asked about a possible spike in infections the governor said Florida has increased its testing criteria since March.

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U.S. coronavirus hotspots reopen despite worries of a second wave

COVID-19 hotspots on Thursday pressed ahead with economic reopenings that have raised fears of a second wave of infections.The moves by governors of states such as Florida and Arizona came as Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the United States could not afford to let the novel coronavirus shut its economy again and global stocks tanked on worries of a pandemic resurgence.

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Florida sees spike in new coronavirus infections amid phased reopening

ORLANDO, Fla. – Medical experts have said all along that as the community reopens and people start to move around again, there could be an uptick in new coronavirus cases -- and there has been.On Thursday, Florida health officials reported 1,698 new cases of COVID-19, the largest number of new infections in a single day since the state started tracking the virus in March.[TIMELINE: The spread of coronavirus in Florida]The second-highest day was last Thursday, when there were 1,419 cases.The increased numbers come three weeksafter the state entered “full phase one” of Gov. Ron Desantis’ reopening plan, and just days after phase two of the reopening process began.Dr.

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Brevard County to host 54th annual AAU Junior Olympic Games this summer

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard County officials, along with Gov. Ron DeSantis, announced Thursday the Space Coast will host the 54th annual AAU Junior Olympic GamesThe Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympic Games draw around 5,000 or more athletes as well as their couches, family members and hundreds of volunteers.The annual games were previously set to be held in Virginia this year but due to the coronavirus pandemic, AAU officials were notified in May they couldn’t use any sports facilities in the state.AAU President Dr.

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SeaWorld reopens with enhanced health guidelines as COVID-19 pandemic continues

ORLANDO, Fla. – The wait is finally over as SeaWorld Orlando opened its gates Thursday for the first time since fears of spreading the coronavirus shuttered the theme park industry.The company shut down its parks in mid-March due to the dangers of COVID-19 and furloughed hundreds of employees.SeaWorld is the second Central Florida theme park to open its gates after gaining a seal of approval from Gov.

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Here’s what to expect when Florida enters phase 3 of reopening

ORLANDO, Fla. – Phase three of reopening the state after expansive and ongoing coronavirus closures will be what many are calling “the new normal” and will involve the loosening of even more restrictions.Right now with phase two underway, we don’t know when the third and final phase will begin, but we do have some details on what it will look like as outlined in Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reopening plan.“Phase 3 will begin after the successful conclusion of Phase 2, which includes a downward trajectory of the syndromic and epidemiology criteria while maintaining adequate health care capacity.

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Florida city known for mermaids now sleeps with the fishes

WEEKI WACHEE, Fla. – WEEKI WACHEE, Fla.A Florida city known for its mermaid shows now sleeps with the fishes.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Tuesday dissolving the city of Weeki Wachee.The city located about 50 miles north of Tampa was founded in 1966 to help put the Weeki Wachee mermaid attraction at a state park onto maps and road signs, according to the Tampa Bay Times.But with only 13 residents, the city was insolvent and offered no visible services to a small business community paying its taxes.

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Here’s what you can expect as the Central Florida Zoo enters phase 2 of reopening

SANFORD, Fla. – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens announced it would be entering phase two of its reopening process alongside most of the state under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ guidelines.The zoo initially closed March 14 as much of Central Florida scrambled to protect the health of guests at local attractions as COVID-19 quickly spread through the region.

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COVID-19 cases in Florida surpass 63,000 after more than 1,000 new cases were reported

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COVID-19 cases in Florida near 63,000 as more businesses reopen

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Sanford bars excited to see Florida enter phase 2

SANFORD, Fla. – With phase two of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reopening plan underway, Friday was the first night bars were able to be open.News 6 spoke with Tom Morris, the owner of The Manikin Lounge in Sanford, on their reopening.“I’m excited, I can’t even believe this.

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Orange County mayor wants pandemic, protests mixed with RNC could be recipe for ‘failure’

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – After President Trump pulled the Republican National Convention from North Carolina, Orlando has been floated by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as a possible alternative location.While Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said he hasn’t been approached about hosting the RNC in the Orlando area, on Friday he expressed concerns about the county hosting any kind of large political gathering, regardless of party affiliation.On Friday when asked about whether he thinks the RNC would be a welcome event to boost Central Florida’s tourism industry, which has taken a devastating hit due to coronavirus closures, Demings was cautious in his response.“I will try to be as clear as I can here.

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What to expect when Orange County courthouse reopens after coronavirus closures

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida courtrooms have been holding virtual hearings and court events for the past three months due to the coronavirus pandemic, but beginning Friday some will begin welcoming in-person hearings again, including the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court, which includes Orange and Osceola counties.All but three South Florida counties entered phase two of Gov.

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Orange County to open parks, athletic fields June 9, mayor says

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced parks and athletic fields in the county will open June 9. The announcement came as Florida entered phase two of Gov.

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Florida reports 1,305 new cases of COVID-19 as state enters phase 2 of reopening

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Healthcare workers encourage people to wear masks as Florida enters phase 2 of reopening

ORLANDO, Fla. – A day prior to Florida moving into phase two of Gov. Ron Desantis’ reopening plan the state reported the worst day of new coronavirus cases since the virus arrived in Florida.

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Flagler Beach Pier to reopen for first time since coronavirus closures

Beginning Friday, the Flagler Beach Pier will reopen for the first time since March after closing due to the coronavirus.

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Florida governor lifts more restrictions as state reports increasing number of coronavirus cases this week

As Florida’s unemployment system continues to frustrate workers laid off due to the coronavirus, the state is about to enter phase two of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reopening plan, which includes bars and entertainment venues.

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Owner of Ocoee movie theater excited to reopen in phase 2

OCOEE, Fla. – The West Orange Cinema was shuttered by COVID-19 since March 17, the theater plans to reopen following Gov. Ron DeSantis’ announcement on Wednesday.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis slams actions of Minneapolis cop, praises peaceful protestors

ORLANDO, Fla. – In his first public comments since George Floyd protests began in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis thanked the actions of peaceful protestors trying to prevent violence and called the actions of the Minneapolis police officer appalling.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis says most of Florida will enter phase 2 of reopening Friday

ORLANDO, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday that the majority of the state would take another step in his reopening plan and move to phase two during an address at Universal Orlando.

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Gov. DeSantis tells NBA Deputy Commissioner Florida is ready to host NBA games

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis had a phone call at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday with NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum, according to his schedule.

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Gov. DeSantis extends suspension of evictions, foreclosures until July 1

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The executive order from Gov. Ron DeSantis to temporarily suspended all evictions and foreclosures for non-payment related to COVID-19 has been extended.

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Florida governor keeps quiet as George Floyd protests rage

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – During a violent and chaotic weekend marked by demonstrations against police brutality, Floridians did not hear from Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Florida reports 667 new cases of COVID-19, 13 more deaths

ORLANDO, Fla. – The first day of June kicks off a big month for Central Florida. Hurricane season began and will continue through the end of November, and the state has now spent two weeks under what Gov. Ron DeSantis called “full phase one” of his plan to reopen the state.

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WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ron DeSantis holds news conference with emergency management director

BOCA RATON, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Friday afternoon outside of a Home Depot store in Boca Raton.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
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Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0