Sunday, April 12, 2020

Florida coronavirus update for Sunday & WWE employee tests positive

Start your day with a quick digest of today's top Central Florida headlines.

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April 12, 2020

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Florida coronavirus update for Sunday: Infections kill nearly 450 statewide; US cases top 530K

The latest on coronavirus in Florida: The outbreak has now killed 446 people and infected 18,986. Nationwide, case numbers surpassed 530,000 Sunday morning. Plus, many churches usually packed for Easter will sit quietly today to minimize the spread of the virus.

WWE employee tests positive for coronavirus after shows in Orlando; company will resume live shows here Monday

A WWE employee tested positive for coronavirus days after taping in Orlando. The company is resuming shooting shows in Central Florida on Monday.

DeSantis: 1 in 100 Floridians will be tested for COVID-19

Orange County Convention Center expands its drive-through testing.

With pews empty and bills to pay, Central Florida churches go online with the collection plate

With pews empty on Christianity's holiest day of the year, churches are relying even more on online support.

Easter meals made easy? Orlando restaurants have you quarantine-covered when you order ahead

Planning a nice Easter meal at home. Orlando's restaurants are happy to help with the cooking!

43,000 more Walt Disney World workers will be furloughed April 19

About 43,000 unionized Disney World workers will be furloughed starting April 19, becoming the largest wave of Disney employees at the resort to be sent home without pay because of the coronavirus crisis.

Gov. Ron DeSantis orders 1- to 2-month speedup of I-4 project

Coronavirus lockdown could bring speedier end to Central Florida I-4 Ultimate Project.

Man shot, killed in Winter Garden after argument, police say

Police are looking to identify a suspect after a man was shot and killed in a Winter Garden neighborhood following an argument.

Crime drops around the world as coronavirus keeps people inside

Cities around the world report stunning crime drops in the weeks since measures were put into place to slow the spread of coronavirus. Even among regions that have the highest levels of violence outside a war zone, fewer people are being killed and fewer robberies are taking place.

Magic center Mo Bamba trains without a basketball hoop, connects with fans online

Orlando Magic center Mo Bamba is staying upbeat and trying to connect with fans despite having to train without a basketball hoop during the coronavirus shutdown.

Roger Goodell should be commended, not criticized, for proceeding with NFL draft | Commentary

The NFL should not have to apologize for holding its draft during the coronavirus crisis.

For 40 years in Orlando, Ronnie's restaurant dished up pickles, tasty treats – and rules

During tough times, and on special days such as Easter, some longtime Orlandoans may find comfort in the memories conjured up by two magic words: "Mogambo Extravaganza." "We went here after a movie, and got something called a Mogambo," an unknown correspondent wrote years ago on a postcard from Orlando.

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