Monday, October 12, 2020

COVID-19 homeless in Central Florida & Supreme Court hearings begin

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October 12, 2020

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1st wave of COVID-19 homeless fill Central Florida shelters

Since March, Central Florida leaders have warned of a tidal wave of homelessness once an eviction ban expires for struggling renters. But with more than two and a half months to go, local...

'I feel like I have dementia': Brain fog plagues COVID-19 survivors

Some survivors of COVID-19 are experiencing what's come to be known as COVID brain fog: troubling cognitive symptoms that can include memory loss, confusion, difficulty focusing, dizziness...

Amy Coney Barrett hearing: Senators weigh COVID-19 risk for Barrett Supreme Court hearing

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett will tell senators that courts "should not try" to make policy, leaving those decisions to the political branches of government.

Dems use Florida's unemployment woes to target Republicans vying for Legislature

A 2011 unemployment overhaul that made it harder for people to apply for benefits is being used by Democrats against their Republican opponents in legislative races across Central Florida...

Florida Amendment 1: The citizenship voting measure that isn't anything

If Florida voters pass Amendment 1 it would have zero affect on any aspect of state or local elections or governance.

Indigenous Peoples' Day: Kissimmee 'edutainer' keeps Native American traditions alive

Oskwanontona Big Mountain is a Native American "edutainer" based in Kissimmee who helps to preserve traditions of Native Americans and share them through classes and workshops.

Gatorland: Meet Ben and Jerry — baby brother capybaras

Gatorland is now home to two capybaras — brothers named Ben and Jerry. The big rodents like mud, lettuce and belly rubs.

FSU QB Jordan Travis tightens grip on starting job during loss to Notre Dame

New FSU starting quarterback Jordan Travis' strong play during a loss at Notre Dame Saturday is among the three things we learned from the game.

FCS CEO Steve Hogan upbeat about Orlando bowls despite uncertainty

Florida Citrus Sports CEO Steve Hogan is optimistic Orlando will still be able to host bowl games despite the coronavirus pandemic's adverse impact on college football.

Disney: Cinderella Castle bathed in Lakers colors after winning NBA title

Walt Disney World gave Cinderella Castle a temporary purple-and-gold makeover to mark the Los Angeles Lakers winning the NBA title Sunday.

Heat end NBA Finals with thud, fall 106-93 as Lakers claim title in Game 6

Five degrees of Heat from Sunday night's Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Lakers.

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