Monday, August 31, 2020

SpaceX one for two for Sunday launches & New mobile homeless COVID care unit

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SpaceX launches satellite for Argentina after scrub of morning Starlink launch

SpaceX didn't wind up launching two rockets on the same day after all, but it did manage just before sunset to send up one carrying a satellite for Argentina that can monitor the environment...

More than a shower — new mobile unit offers homeless COVID tests, care

When the Fresh Start Wash and Wellness program rolls out Monday in Orange County, advocates hope the designed-look bathrooms on this shower trailer will serve as a sort of beacon to a healthier...

Forecasters watch 3 disturbances as peak hurricane season nears

We're less than two weeks from the peak of hurricane season, and forecasters are watching three areas for possible development.

Florida reports 14 new coronavirus deaths; infection total tops 621,000

The Florida Department of Health reported 2,583 new coronavirus cases and 14 new fatalities on Sunday. To date, 621,586 people have been infected statewide, and 11,119 residents have died from...

Volusia County shootout ends with suspect dead, two Daytona Beach officers wounded

A 44-year-old man was killed Saturday and two Daytona Beach police officers were injured during a shootout at an apartment complex in Holly Hill.

4 arrested in Florida for roles in major sex trafficking bust in Georgia

Four people were arrested in Florida this week as part of a major sex trafficking bust in Georgia that led to the recovery of nearly 40 missing children, according to federal investigators.

Man fatally shot in Portland as Trump supporters, protesters clashed was supporter of right-wing group, founder says

It wasn't clear if the shooting was linked to fights that broke out as a caravan of about 600 vehicles was confronted by counter-demonstrators in the city's downtown.

Democrats accuse Trump of stoking violence; Wisconsin governor asks him to reconsider Kenosha visit

Democrats on Sunday accused President Donald Trump of trying to inflame racial tensions and incite violence to benefit his campaign as he praised supporters who clashed with protesters in...

Orlando City midfielder JĂșnior Urso confident after breakout game against Atlanta

Orlando City midfielder JĂșnior Urso felt like himself again on the pitch Saturday in Atlanta, thriving for 100 minutes during the Lions' win.

Commentary: What Chadwick Boseman's 'Black Panther' legacy means

Commentary: What Chadwick Boseman's 'Black Panther' legacy means

Gatorland takes $30 off zip line all September

Gatorland in Orlando is extending half-off admission for Florida residents through September and offering $30 off Screamin' Gator Zip Line all month.