ORLANDO,Fla – Over the past several months, there have been rumblings in Jurassic Park at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.Now, it seems life may have found a way, and a velociraptor statue could be a hint of what’s to come.Late Monday, theme park blogger and vacation planner, The Orlando Informer, posted photos and video that hint the ride might center around Jurassic World’s infamous dinosaurs.“Think this will scare the kids?”“The kids?

This will give the *parents* nightmares.”Here's our firsthand look at what appears to be a raptor flying high via crane over the unannounced coaster in Jurassic Park….

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Lyft driver attacked, put in chokehold after picking up wrong passenger, police say

PALM BAY, Fla. – A Lyft driver who accidentally picked up the wrong passenger from a bar was attacked, placed in a chokehold, called racial slurs and had his phone smashed, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.Police said the victim picked up Jeremy Reighard from The Wet Spot on Dixie Highway around 1 a.m. Monday and the trip was going fine until the driver got a call that he had picked up the wrong passenger and made a U-turn to drop Reighard back off at the bar.That’s when police said Reighard started threatening the driver.

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'If I die, I die:' Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has 'survival of the fittest' approach to COVID-19

(FOX 9) - Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins said he is taking a "survival of the fittest" personal approach to the coronavirus, even if it kills him.In a recent interview on Spotify's "10 Questions With Kyle Brandt" podcast, Cousins said, "If I die, I die. I kind of have peace about that."Cousins also said that he does not believe face masks work in helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but also said that he tries to respect others' concerns about the virus.Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins said he thought it was a prank at first when President Donald Trump reached out to congratulate him on Sunday’s win over the New York Giants.

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Target's car seat trade-in program is back this month

ORLANDO, Fla. - Hey parents: if your baby's car seat is looking a bit rough, Target wants to swap with you.Starting Sunday, Sept. 13 through Saturday, Sept.

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Biden campaign confirms former VP to visit Kenosha on Thursday

Joe Biden KENOSHA, Wis. - The Biden campaign confirms for FOX6 News that former Vice President Joe Biden and Jill Biden will visit Kenosha on Thursday, Sept.

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Holy Family University closes main campus Wednesday due to possible coronavirus exposure

A transmission electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2, also known as the 2019 novel coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the United States.

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Osceola County schools update mask policy for students, staff

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Students and staff in Osceola County schools will have new requirements when entering the classroom.According to a Facebook post from Osceola County School District, face masks will be required on all campuses across the district, for students and staff.“We’ve updated our face mask requirements as we continue to learn more about the most effective procedures for keeping everyone healthy,” the post said. “Clear plastic shields are not adequate protection when used alone.

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Florida reports fewer than 2,500 new COVID-19 cases

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida on Wednesday reported fewer than 3,000 new COVID-19 cases, a welcomed change after the state started the seventh month of the coronavirus pandemic with a spike in new cases due to a dump of backlogged tests.Wednesday’s 2,402 new cases followed a trend the state saw much of August, with the number of COVID-19 cases on the decline.

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Orange County Fire Rescue responds to hazmat incident at Stanton Energy Plant

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Fire Rescue is treating four patients in a hazmat incident at Stanton Energy Plant.The incident happened sometime Wednesday morning, according to OCFR. Crews say the issue has been isolated.The scene is still under investigation.

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1 person is in custody in possible kidnapping, Orlando police say

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando police say they took one person in custody Tuesday, after getting a call about a possible kidnapping.Officers got the call around 11:40 a.m. asking them to investigate a residential area on Split Willow Drive.

1st Black woman sworn in as justice on New Jersey high court

Credit: NJ via Flickr TRENTON - The first Black woman to sit on New Jersey’s Supreme Court has been sworn in.Fabiana Pierre-Louis took the oath of office Tuesday during a private ceremony in Trenton. She had been confirmed by the state senate on Thursday.Pierre-Louis, 39, had been nominated by Gov.

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Biden to take aim at Trump’s handling of coronavirus as schools return

Joe Biden plans to hammer U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday for not helping the nation’s schools reopen safely during the coronavirus pandemic, as the Democratic challenger tries to keep the spotlight on the Republican incumbent’s handling of the outbreak and the nation’s overall security.Biden and his wife, Jill, a longtime college professor and former high school teacher, will meet with public health experts to talk about school reopening options.

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Bill Kelly: Ontario’s top doc on the hot seat

rushing to defend Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. David Williams, amid growing calls for the good doctor to be fired or resign.Some critics claim that Williams has been too slow to react to the ever-changing information about COVID-19, but others feel that his pronouncements about how Ontario should respond to the virus are too heavily influenced by politics and not science.Dr.

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Kerala reports 1,547 new COVID-19 cases, seven deaths

KERALA : Kerala on Wednesday reported 1,547 new COVID-19 cases taking the infection count in the state to 78,071, while the death toll has crossed the 300 mark with seven more fatalities.State Health Minister K K Shailaja said the death toll in the state has gone up to 305 with the addition of the fatalities today."The deceased are Kasaragod resident Aboobecker (60), Thiruvananthapuram resident Omanakuttan (63), BalanchandranNair (63) and Silvamma(80), Ernakulam residents Nabeesa Beeran (75), Sadanandan(57) and Baby George (60)," the minister said in a release.Shailaja said out of the fresh cases reported today, 21 reached the state from abroad, 65 from other states and 1,419 contracted the disease through their contacts."Sources of 156

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Elvis Presley’s Graceland vandalized with graffiti messages including 'Defund MPD', 'Abolish ICE' and 'BLM'

BURBANK, CA - JUNE 27: Rock and roll musician Elvis Presley performing on the Elvis comeback TV special on June 27, 1968.

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Coronavirus pandemic forces Queen’s University to change up first year students’ move-in

COVID-19.The coronavirus pandemic has forced what was normal to change and now school officials are making sure everyone is safe. Kingston-area public school board releases video as students’ return to classes nears “This is a very different move in at Queen’s this year as you can see,” said Ann Tierney, Queen’s vice-provost and dean of student affairs.“First of all, we’re doing move-in over five days and normally move-in is a one day (event) where everyone comes at once in staggered times.

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Health officials worry nation not ready for COVID-19 vaccine

toward the end of this year or early next, the path to delivering vaccines to 330 million people remains unclear for the local health officials expected to carry out the work.“We haven’t gotten a lot of information about how this is going to roll out,” said Dr. Umair Shah, executive director of Texas’ Harris County Public Health department, which includes Houston.In a four-page memo this summer, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told health departments across the country to draft vaccination plans by Oct.

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Kane Brown, Mickey Guyton, Luke Bryan to sing at ACM Awards

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Academy of Country Music Awards will feature performances by Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Mickey Guyton and Morgan Wallen, all from the Grand Ole Opry House.The lineup was announced Wednesday for the awards show, which was postponed from April because of the COVID-19 outbreak and moved from Las Vegas to Nashville, Tennessee, for the first time. The show will air on CBS on Sept.

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Longing for a luau? Hawaii now requires travelers to fill out a digital health application before arriving

said in a news release.Travelers previously were required to fill out the same forms, but on paper, when they arrived in Hawaii.Now, the state has two different types of digital forms: One each for inter-island travel and trans-pacific travel.

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Florida Gators have potential for championships in Dan Mullen’s 3rd year

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Florida coach Dan Mullen declined to release a roster, openly mocked a predicted depth chart he saw online and refused to delve too deep into his plans for any position — even quarterback.Mullen insisted he’s merely trying to keep his players focused with so much going on around them: football practices, classes beginning, COVID-19 testing amid a global pandemic and social injustice.It might be the sensible approach.It also could be Mullen taking over-the-top precaution as the eighth-ranked Gators get ready to begin a championship-or-bust season.“We have the potential to go compete for a championship and be a championship team,” said Mullen, who is 21-5 in two seasons in Gainesville. “We have that potential.

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Federal civil rights lawsuit filed on behalf of protesters in Kenosha, alleges curfew is unconstitutional

KENOSHA, Wis. - Protesters in Kenosha have filed a federal class-action civil rights lawsuit against the city and county of Kensoha. They allege that Kenosha officials selectively enforced the curfew -- targeting demonstrators protesting against police brutality.There has been a curfew in place since Jacob Blake was shot by police -- meaning any protester could be arrested.

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Mississippi choosing between magnolia and shield for new state flag

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - A commission on Wednesday is choosing a single proposal to replace a state flag that Mississippi retired because the 126-year-old banner included the Confederate battle emblem that's widely seen as racist.One of the top designs has a shield; the other, a magnolia.The commissioners' recommendation will go on the November ballot.

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No charges for Florida man who pulled gun during mask dispute at Walmart

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Felony charges have been dropped against a Florida man who pointed a gun at another Walmart shopper in a dispute over not wearing a mask, authorities said.The Sun-Sentinel reported Tuesday that prosecutors will not pursue charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and improper display of a firearm against Vincent Bruce Scavetta, 28.Some of the incident was captured on Walmart security video. It showed Scavetta pointing a gun during the argument with Christopher Estrada, who was with his young daughter.Scavetta said Estrada struck him in the forehead with an umbrella and that led him to pull out his weapon.

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Florida DJ Erick Morillo found dead less than month after rape charge

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – South Florida DJ and music producer Erick Morillo was found dead at his home Tuesday morning, weeks after being charged with sexual battery, authorities said.Miami Beach police officers found the 49-year-old Morillo's body after responding to a 911 call, police spokesman Ernesto Rodriguez said in an email. Officials didn't immediately report a cause of death.Morillo was best known for house music and the 1993 hit “I Like to Move It," which is featured prominently in the “Madagascar” animated film franchise.

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Camden County homeowner cited for allegedly hosting large, for-profit, pool party

SICKLERVILLE, N.J. - Police in Sicklerville, New Jersey have cited a homeowner they say hosted a large pool party over the weekend, and even charged admission fees.According to officials, police were called to the 1500 block of Jarvis Road in Sicklerville Sunday, on multiple reports of a large party.Sicklerville, N.J. Officers arrived to find a gathering of an estimated 250 to 300 guests at the location.

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BTS' Break The Silence: The Movie postponed INDEFINITELY due to resurgence of COVID 19 cases

While South Korea dived into celebrations for BTS' recent Billboard achievement, a heartbreaking update regarding the group's upcoming movie has made the headlines. The K-ARMY was preparing to watch BTS' upcoming docu-movie Break The Silence: The Movie in theatres next week.

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Older patients drive South Korean surge in critical Covid-19 cases

More than 40% of new coronavirus cases in South Korea are being found in people over the age of 60, contributing in part to a surge in the number of Covid-19 patients who are severely or critically ill, health authorities said.

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Trump visits Kenosha, does not meet with Jacob Blake’s family

Despite warnings that he was not welcome, U.S. President Donald Trump visited Kenosha, Wisconsin anyway, following the police shooting of Jacob Blake. As Jackson Proskow reports, Trump did not meet with Blake’s family.

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Fact Check: Donald Trump’s claims about the Kyle Rittenhouse video

Donald Trump is not waiting for a trial to sort out what happened on the streets of Kenosha, Wisconsin, where prosecutors say a 17-year-old with a semi-automatic rifle fatally shot two men on a night of protest and violence. He’s giving an account at odds with the authorities who charged Kyle Rittenhouse with homicide.

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Orlando long-term care facility is ready for visitors amid COVID-19 pandemic

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UCF set to have 4 home football games with fans

ORLANDO, Fla. – The University of Central Florida is set to have four homes with fans this fall.The stadium will be at 25% capacity, this means about 11,000 fans will be allowed at games this year.Here is the list of home games: School officials said tickets will be sold and distributed on a single-game basis for the games.The university said around 3,000 seats will be for UCF students.Students will get the tickets through a lottery process.Fans will be required to wear masks at all times.With fewer fans at games this year, the university said it will lose a projected $10-14 million.

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Cherry Hill Public Schools announce switch to remote learning

CHERRY HILL, N.J. - Cherry Hill Public Schools announced Tuesday that they are moving to virtual learning at least through November.Angela Akeh says both of her children were signed up for hybrid learning. Now a curveball she didn’t see coming as New Jersey continues to open up her school district is shutting down in-person instruction."There’s no reason we can’t give it a try, " Akeh said. "I can just feel for the parent of the 6-year-old what do they do now it’s a week before school."Cherry Hill Schools Superintendent Dr.

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Woman shot and killed in Cocoa

COCOA, Fla. – A woman was shot and killed in Cocoa on Tuesday night, according to police.The Cocoa Police Department said detectives responded to the shooting on Fiske Boulevard around 5:54 p.m.Police said when officers got the scene the woman was found with multiple gunshot wounds.Investigators said officers attempted to render aid until medics got to the scene.The woman was rushed to a local hospital and was later pronounced dead.Officers said detectives are interviewing witnesses and gathering physical evidence.Authorities said they are following leads at the moment.Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Central Florida CRIMELINE at 1-800-423-8477.Police said callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for rewards

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Marte's homer gives Marlins 3-2 win over Blue Jays

MIAMI – Starling Marte celebrated his Miami debut with a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning, helping the Marlins top the Toronto Blue Jays 3-2 on Tuesday night.Marte, who was acquired in a trade with Arizona on Monday, drove a 1-0 pitch from Shun Yamaguchi (1-3) deep to left-center for his third homer. He also reached on an error in the sixth and scored from first on Garrett Cooper's double.James Hoyt (1-0) got the final two outs in the eighth for the win, and Brandon Kinzler pitched a perfect ninth for his ninth save.

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Orange County approves CARES Act funds to help homeless community

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Orange County Board of Commissioners approved $250,000 to assist the homeless population in the county. In partnership with the non-profit organization, Clean the World, the mission is to make sure those who are homeless have access to mobile cleaning and other services including COVID-19 testing.“It’s an opportunity for us to get to those unsheltered populations that won’t come into shelters.

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Roger Goodell: 'The NFL stands with the Black community'

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reiterated the league’s support for players fighting for racial justice and protesting police violence.Citing a police officer shooting Jacob Blake in the back on Aug. 23 in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Goodell said the incident has “brought forth more feelings of anger, frustration, anguish, fear for many of us in the NFL family.”The investigation into the police shooting of Blake, who is Black, is ongoing.“The NFL stands with the Black community, the players, clubs and fans,” Goodell said Tuesday.

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Brevard schools temporarily closes Golfview Elementary due to COVID-19

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard Public Schools announced the temporary closure of Golfview Elementary School due to rising numbers of the coronavirus.School officials did not disclose how many cases have been reported so far.They did say it’s a low number, but it could impact many classrooms.“The closure will take place immediately,” according to a press release sent by the district. “All students currently participating in brick and mortar instruction, will be moved to eLearning from home or paper/pencil packets.

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Orange County Sheriff John Mina sits down to talk about Salaythis Melvin shooting

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Sheriff John Mina met behind closed doors with state leaders and a local activist on Tuesday to discuss the deputy-involved shooting death of a man at the Florida Mall.Salaythis Melvin, 22, was shot in the back on Aug. 7 as he ran from Agent James Montiel in the parking lot of Dick’s Sporting Goods.According to an incident report, Montiel said he believed Melvin was reaching for a gun in his waistband when he decided to shoot.The shooting is now under investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.“I get it.

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Tatum, Smart lift Boston past Toronto, Celtics take 2-0 lead

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Jayson Tatum scored 34 points, Marcus Smart made five 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 102-99 in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series Monday night, putting the reigning NBA champions in serious trouble.Smart scored 19 points, Kemba Walker had 17 and Jaylen Brown scored 16 for the Celtics, who now hold a 2-0 series lead. The Celtics are 3-0 against Toronto in the NBA’s restart bubble at Walt Disney World, and 5-1 against the Raptors this season.OG Anunoby had 20 points for Toronto, which got 19 from Fred VanVleet — who missed a 28-footer as time expired.

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1,291 more workers at Universal Orlando hotels facing layoffs or temporary layoffs

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – WARN notice documents show 1,291 more workers at Universal Orlando hotels are facing layoffs or temporary layoffs.

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Gov. DeSantis extends deadline for Bright Futures Scholarship

ORLANDO, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis has extended the deadline for the Bright Futures Scholarship.Many SAT and ACT tests were canceled or limited amid the coronavirus pandemic.This impacted students trying to improve their test scores before the deadline The deadline to improve the SAT or ACT test score is now Dec.

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Apple, Google build coronavirus-tracing tech directly into phones

Apple-Google system. If they do, iPhone users in those states will automatically be able to opt into the system without having to download an app.

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With deadline looming, only 56% of Orlando residents have filled out 2020 Census

ORLANDO, Fla. – As the deadline to complete the 2020 Census approaches, only 56% of Orlando residents have filled out the form that helps determine how much funding and resources the city will receive for years to come.According to a tweet from the city, the state average for completion is 61.6% while the national average is 64.9%.“A low response rate to the Census could mean less resources for our community for the next 10 years,” the tweet read.The deadline was originally scheduled for Oct. 31 but it has since been moved up to Sept.

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Orange County reports 54 cases of COVID-19 at 34 schools, 4 work locations

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Public Schools announced as of Aug.

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Velociraptor arrives at Universal Orlando’s future roller-coaster site

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