Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Consequences of reopening & murder suspects crash

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May 13, 2020

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Florida coronavirus update: 44 new state deaths as toll hits 1,779

As Florida begins to reopen more parts of the economy, the nation's top infectious disease expert warned "the consequences could be really serious" if cities and states move too quickly with the coronavirus still spreading.

Fleeing pair linked to Daytona Beach murder crashed into innocent woman's car in Orlando, killing her, police say

A police chase of two men suspected in a Daytona murder resulted in the death of a woman in her 70s, who was killed after the suspects crashed their vehicle into hers while fleeing police, OPD Chief Orlando Rolón said.

F-15 jets to fly over Orlando area to honor health workers, first responders

National Guard jets will fly over the Orlando area to honor heath workers and first responders.

Orlando cancels July 4 fireworks at Lake Eola this year

Orlando's most prominent July 4 fireworks show, an annual gathering at the city's showpiece Lake Eola Park, is canceled this year as officials still caution against mass gatherings due to coronavirus, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said.

Hurricane center increases chances of subtropical storm forming near Bahamas this weekend

Forecasters are eyeing an area of low pressure in the Atlantic Ocean that's likely to develop as it moves northeast.

Winter Park to consider halting construction on controversial $41.7 million library and events center project

Winter Park's commissioners will decide today whether to stop construction on a $41.7 million library and events center — potentially the latest delay for the controversial project that was first approved by voters four years ago.

Know him? Deputies looking for suspect in sexual battery near Waterford Lakes

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help to identify a suspect in a sexual battery that took place early Tuesday morning near Waterford Lakes.

Steak 'n Shake permanently closing 51 locations, citing financial woes from coronavirus pandemic

Steak 'n Shake is permanently shutting down 51 of its hamburger chains, citing financial woes caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Orlando City players upbeat as MLS reportedly moves toward resuming playing at Disney

Orlando City players are confident, upbeat and eager to resume MLS play. The league, meanwhile, is planning to relaunch in Orlando.

UFC's second set of Jacksonville fights set for  tonight

Mixed martial arts competition returns to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for UFC Fight Night Wednesday, the second of three UFC cards set for Jacksonville this week.

Amazon movie heads to select drive-ins, including one in Central Florida

Amazon is debuting its new film "The Vast of Night" at select U.S. drive-ins, including one in Central Florida.

Tea and Tea has loose leaf sale

Tea and Tea in Winter Park has knocked prices down on oolong, herbal and green teas for the month.

Use these Orlando Sentinel photos for your Zoom meeting background

Nothing will liven up your virtual meeting more than a background of Disney or a view of Lake Eola. Download these photos taken by Orlando Sentinel photographers as your background on Zoom or another virtual meeting platform. 

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