Steve Barrett
WFTV Eyewitness News
Orlando, FL, United States
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Orange County students return to classroom for first day of school
Thousands of Orange County students returned to face-to-face learning Friday after starting school virtually last week. → Read More
Florida Education Association argues mandate requiring schools to reopen is unconstitutional
A two-day hearing for a lawsuit filed by the largest teacher’s union in Florida picks back up Thursday. → Read More
Foil wrapped cotton buds? How Central Florida poll workers are getting creative to keep voters safe
Central Florida voters will hit the polls on Tuesday for the state's primary elections. But with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, things are going to look a little different when you cast your ballot. → Read More
‘You never know what can happen’: Orange County teen bitten by shark offers warning to others
Sofia Montealegre, 14, was getting a piggyback ride from a friend in the water at Melbourne Beach when she felt an intense, sharp pain in her left foot before she went into shock. → Read More
Volusia County Schools discuss reopening plans
The Volusia County school board met Wednesday to discuss the district’s 66-page proposed reopening plan. Administrators are offering two virtual options. They also detailed what to expect if you want your children to return to the classroom → Read More
Volusia County to supply 7,000 PPE kits to local businesses
Volusia County officials are launching a $1 million effort to prevent more cases of coronavirus after The Florida Department of Health revealed 80 new cases within the county. → Read More
Select Disney resorts, hotels set for Monday reopening
ORLANDO, Fla. - Guests can enjoy a stay at a dozen of Disney’s resorts and hotels Monday for the first time in months. It’s another step toward a sense of normalcy at Walt Disney World before its parks open next month. That first step happened in May when Disney Springs reopened. According to the Walt Disney World website, Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground will open Monday, along with Disney… → Read More
Select Disney resorts, hotels set for Monday reopening
According to the Walt Disney World website, Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground will open Monday, along with Disney Vacation Club properties. → Read More
4 years later: Remembering those we lost at Pulse with virtual ceremony
The City Beautiful will be celebrating the lives of those lost in the Pulse nightclub shooting a bit differently this year to adhere to safety guidelines during the pandemic. → Read More
WATCH: Virtual ceremony honoring those we lost at Pulse 4 years ago
The City Beautiful will be celebrating the lives of those lost in the Pulse nightclub shooting a bit differently this year to adhere to safety guidelines during the pandemic. → Read More
SeaWorld reopens amid pandemic with new safety guidelines in place
SeaWorld Orlando is set to reopen park grounds with new guidelines to keep guests safe. → Read More
Orange County businesses, residents now offered COVID-19 relief
Businesses and residents in Orange County hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic can now apply for more financial help. → Read More
Coronavirus: Florida to reopen youth summer camps, Oklahoma to resume school sports without restrictions
Florida and Oklahoma announced plans to resume youth summer activities and sports. → Read More
Gov. DeSantis announces youth summer camps, activities can reopen
Gov. Ron DeSantis has lifted all state restrictions on youth sports activities and summer camps, effective immediately. → Read More
Deputies search for man accused of rape in Waterford Lakes
Orange County deputies said they are working to track down a man who tried to rape someone in the Waterford Lakes area. → Read More
Restaurants, retailers prep for reopening around Central Florida amid pandemic
For the first time in almost two months, some businesses can welcome customers inside as Florida starts to reopen. → Read More
Cocoa mom seeks to solve son’s cold case murder three years later
A cocoa mom is hoping to generate new leads in the unsolved murder of her son. → Read More
Gov. DeSantis to announce plans on reopening economy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will make an announcement Wednesday about reopening the state’s economy. → Read More
WATCH: DeSantis to make announcement at 5 p.m. on reopening Florida’s economy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said that at 5 p.m. Wednesday, he will announce his plan to reopen the state’s economy. → Read More
Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach allow sunbathing with some restrictions
Starting Wednesday, beachgoers can sunbath at Cocoa Beach and Satellite Beach with some restrictions. → Read More