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Tropical Storm Isaias weakens but packs heavy rain, gusty winds as it approaches Florida coast

Tropical Storm Isaias ultimately did not regain hurricane strength overnight. It has slightly weakened but maintains its tropical status as it approaches the southeastern Florida coast early...

Tropical wave in the Atlantic increases odds of development in next few days

Environmental conditions on its projected path in the Atlantic are expected to improve in the next few days, so a tropical depression could form from the wave early at the start of next...

Top Florida prison officials test positive for coronavirus

Mark S. Inch, who leads the state Department of Corrections, has tested positive for COVID-19.

Florida's coronavirus death toll tops 7,000 out of 480,028 infections

The Florida Department of Health reported 179 new coronavirus deaths to bring the state death toll for its residents to 7,022, along with 9,642 new infections on Saturday.

Tropical Storm Isaias Live Updates: Volusia opening shelters Sunday, offering transportation

Latest news updates as Florida prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Isaias on its east coast.

As Isaias approaches, many coastal residents hit the beach

Coastal residents take impending storm in stride.

First astronaut splashdown in 45 years is set for Sunday, in the Gulf of Mexico to avoid Isaias

Two very special mementos will splash down on Earth with astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley who, if schedules hold, will return home Sunday after two months in space.

Ruth's Hospitality reports $17.6 million net loss in second quarter

Ruth's Hospitality Group said Friday total revenue for the quarter was $28.4 million, compared to $110.2 million in the same quarter last year.

Hurricane Maria survivor struggles at rundown Kissimmee motel with intermittent power, water

While the coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for most everyone, for Kathia Badillo Feliu, 30, it is only the latest in a string of disasters — some natural, most manmade. The Hurricane...

Wilford Brimley, 'Cocoon' and 'Natural' actor, dies at 85

Wilford Brimley, who worked his way up from stunt performer to star of film such as "Cocoon" and "The Natural," has died. He was 85.

Seacrest Wolf Preserve allows guests to get up close and personal with their 30 "ambassadors''

The Seacrest Wolf Preserve, tucked away in a small town north of Panama City Beach, is where lovers of wolves can heed the call of the wild, enjoying stunning interactions with this bright,...

Three sinkholes form near DeLeon Springs State Park in Volusia County

Volusia County's Environmental Management Division is in touch with the Florida Geological Service, which is the lead agency for sinkholes in Volusia County.

Readers tee off on shady campaigns, exploited migrant workers and ****-head columnist | Commentary

Readers have thoughts! They're ticked off about bogus write-in candidates, exploited migrant workers, expanding the convention center again and a certain '****-head' columnist

Central Florida 2020 Voters Guide: Your guide to your ballot

See the Orlando Sentinel Voters Guide for Central Florida races to be contested in the state primary on Aug. 18, 2020. See race previews, editorial endorsements and candidate interviews.

Orlando Magic congratulate Orlando City on big win over LAFC

The Orlando Magic are thrilled Orlando City pulled off the biggest MLS win in franchise history Friday night, knocking off league powerhouse LAFC in penalty kicks tor each the MLS is Back...

Commissioner Rob Manfred confident MLB can get through playoffs despite virus

Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred says he's confident his sport can get through the regular season and postseason without being stopped by the coronavirus, though not every club might play all...

Orlando City to face Adrian Heath after Minnesota United advances to semifinals

Orlando City will face former Lions coach Adrian Heath and Minnesota United for a spot in the MLS is Back Tournament final.

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