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Jones High School can’t complete undefeated season, fall in Class 4A football state championship
Read full article: Jones High School can’t complete undefeated season, fall in Class 4A football state championshipThe Jones Fightin' Tigers fall 40-31 to American Heritage in a battle for the Class 4A football state title.
‘Slice your throat:’ Orlando woman recounts attack, getting stuffed in trunk during Walmart trip
Read full article: ‘Slice your throat:’ Orlando woman recounts attack, getting stuffed in trunk during Walmart tripAn Orlando woman says she is thankful to be alive after a man attacked her while she was unloading groceries at a Walmart off Goldenrod Road on Labor Day.
Judge says she suspects a cover-up of the true source of bail funds for man charged in Tupac killing
Read full article: Judge says she suspects a cover-up of the true source of bail funds for man charged in Tupac killingA judge has again rejected a request to free an ailing former Los Angeles-area gang leader ahead of his murder trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur, saying she suspects a cover-up related to the sources of the funds for his bond.
AI presents pluses and minuses in new Apple TV+ mystery series, 'Sunny,' starring Rashida Jones
Read full article: AI presents pluses and minuses in new Apple TV+ mystery series, 'Sunny,' starring Rashida JonesThe new Apple TV+ series ‘Sunny’ is both a cautionary and, at times, sweet tale about artificial intelligence.
Nevada judge denies release of ex-gang leader ahead of trial in 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur
Read full article: Nevada judge denies release of ex-gang leader ahead of trial in 1996 killing of Tupac ShakurAn ailing former Los Angeles-area gang leader will stay in jail ahead of his trial in the 1996 killing of music legend Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas.
News 6 visits Volusia massage parlors after human-trafficking bill signed into law
Read full article: News 6 visits Volusia massage parlors after human-trafficking bill signed into lawAzalea Spa in Deltona is just one of ten massage parlors in Volusia County where some employees were arrested on prostitution charges. Undercover officers went inside for massages — but got a little bit more.
Jayne Anne Phillips' novel 'Night Watch,' Eboni Booth’s drama 'Primary Trust' among Pulitzer winners
Read full article: Jayne Anne Phillips' novel 'Night Watch,' Eboni Booth’s drama 'Primary Trust' among Pulitzer winnersJayne Anne Phillips’ “Night Watch,” a mother-daughter saga set in a West Virginia asylum after the Civil War, has won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction.
News 6 gets results for Apopka woman with car-crushing tree in her yard
Read full article: News 6 gets results for Apopka woman with car-crushing tree in her yardFriday morning, Rhonda Jones woke up to a shocking sight, a large tree snapped, laying on top of both of her cars, crushing them and blocking her driveway.
Patriots agree to trade QB Mac Jones to the Jaguars for a 6th-round draft pick, AP source says
Read full article: Patriots agree to trade QB Mac Jones to the Jaguars for a 6th-round draft pick, AP source saysThe Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to acquire New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones for a sixth-round pick in next month’s NFL draft according to a person with knowledge of the decision.
Jonathan Taylor runs for early TD and Colts hold off Patriots 10-6 in Germany
Read full article: Jonathan Taylor runs for early TD and Colts hold off Patriots 10-6 in GermanyJonathan Taylor ran for a first-quarter touchdown and Mac Jones threw a crucial interception in the fourth quarter and the Indianapolis Colts held on for a 10-6 win over New England Patriots in Germany.
Celebrated Jones High School band program gets help from community leader
Read full article: Celebrated Jones High School band program gets help from community leaderThe “Marching Tiger Band” is in need of support. Over the last few years uniforms and instruments have been damaged or gone missing, limiting student participation. But one alumnus is getting results for the school — and the community he loves.
Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, Belichick's worst loss
Read full article: Cowboys score twice on defense in 38-3 blowout of Patriots, Belichick's worst lossDaRon Bland returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown, Leighton Vander Esch scooped up a fumble for a score and the Dallas Cowboys blew out the New England Patriots 38-3.
Patriots pull QB Mac Jones after 2 turnovers lead directly to Cowboys touchdowns
Read full article: Patriots pull QB Mac Jones after 2 turnovers lead directly to Cowboys touchdownsThe New England Patriots have pulled third-year starting quarterback Mac Jones after two turnovers led directly to touchdowns for the Dallas Cowboys.
Teacher’s perspective: ‘If you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autism’
Read full article: Teacher’s perspective: ‘If you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autism’A teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.
Pats' QB Jones believes he deserves to be starter vs. Jets
Read full article: Pats' QB Jones believes he deserves to be starter vs. JetsMac Jones says he wants to start this week against the Jets and believes he deserves to remain in the lineup despite struggling in his return to the field following three-game absence because of an ankle injury.
Global Citizen Festival generates $2.4 billion in pledges
Read full article: Global Citizen Festival generates $2.4 billion in pledgesThe 10th anniversary of the Global Citizen Festival, which included performances from Metallica, Mariah Carey and Usher, generated more than $2.4 billion in commitments to fight extreme poverty and disease.
HBCyoU Dolls represent spirit, education of historically Black colleges and universities
Read full article: HBCyoU Dolls represent spirit, education of historically Black colleges and universitiesWanting to introduce the concept of higher learning and children’s play, Brooke Hart Jones launched HBCyoU Dolls through a partnership with Purpose Toys, a Black-owned toy start-up with a mission to center and celebrate communities of color.
Belichick says Jones will play role in molding new offense
Read full article: Belichick says Jones will play role in molding new offenseWhatever the Patriots offense looks like in the aftermath of former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels’ departure, Bill Belichick says Mac Jones will have a role in molding it.
WATCH: ‘McMad’ woman throws tantrum, calls 911 over wrong order, sheriff says
Read full article: WATCH: ‘McMad’ woman throws tantrum, calls 911 over wrong order, sheriff saysA Polk County woman threw a tantrum and dialed 911 over a wrong order at a Lakeland McDonalds, which led to her committing a burglary and assaulting employees, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said.
Herbert, Crosby send AFC to 41-35 win in Pro Bowl's return
Read full article: Herbert, Crosby send AFC to 41-35 win in Pro Bowl's returnThe Chargers’ Justin Herbert hit Baltimore’s Mark Andrews with two touchdown passes to leading the AFC to a 41-35 victory over the NFC in the return of the Pro Bowl.
15-year-old found shot in Orlando neighborhood: ‘No parent should ever have to bury their child’
Read full article: 15-year-old found shot in Orlando neighborhood: ‘No parent should ever have to bury their child’A 15-year-old boy was found shot Saturday evening in an Orlando residential area, and he died Sunday morning, according to the Orlando Police Department.
New CDC data shows children, teens who recover from COVID-19 have increased risk for diabetes
Read full article: New CDC data shows children, teens who recover from COVID-19 have increased risk for diabetesA new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found kids and teens with COVID-19 were more likely to receive a new diabetes diagnosis after infection than those without.
Central Florida middle schooler set to release next book boosting young girls’ self-esteem
Read full article: Central Florida middle schooler set to release next book boosting young girls’ self-esteemA Central Florida middle school student is on a mission to boost young girls' self-esteem through positive affirmations.
Patriots blow past Jaguars 50-10, earn playoff berth
Read full article: Patriots blow past Jaguars 50-10, earn playoff berthRookie quarterback Mac Jones threw three touchdown passes and Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson rushed for two scores apiece to put the New England Patriots in the playoffs with their 50-10 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Patriots blow past Jaguars 50-10, earn playoff berth
Read full article: Patriots blow past Jaguars 50-10, earn playoff berthRookie quarterback Mac Jones threw three touchdown passes and Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson rushed for two scores apiece to put the New England Patriots in the playoffs with their 50-10 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Patriots out-run Bills in 14-10 win in blustery conditions
Read full article: Patriots out-run Bills in 14-10 win in blustery conditionsDamien Harris scored on a 64-yard run in blustery conditions in which Mac Jones attempted just three passes, and the New England Patriots shored up their familiar place atop the AFC with a 14-10 win over the Buffalo Bills.
Phillips pick-six propels Patriots past Chargers 27-24
Read full article: Phillips pick-six propels Patriots past Chargers 27-24Adrian Phillips intercepted two Justin Herbert passes and returned one for the go-ahead touchdown, Nick Folk kicked four field goals and the New England Patriots rallied for a 27-24 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.
MONDAY HUDDLE: Are the worst fears about Urban Meyer already being realized?
Read full article: MONDAY HUDDLE: Are the worst fears about Urban Meyer already being realized?Huddle up! Here’s a look back at the first full week of the football season, with three key takeaways from the state’s football scene.
Orlando pediatrician talks school mask mandates, vaccinations as coronavirus cases rise
Read full article: Orlando pediatrician talks school mask mandates, vaccinations as coronavirus cases riseOrlando pediatrician Dr. Candice Jones spoke with anchor Justin Warmoth on “The Weekly on ClickOrlando.com” about how the virus is affecting children.
Newton, Jones star at QB for Patriots in 35-0 rout of Eagles
Read full article: Newton, Jones star at QB for Patriots in 35-0 rout of EaglesCam Newton passed for 103 yards and a touchdown, Mac Jones threw for 146 yards and the New England Patriots routed the Philadelphia Eagles 35-0 on Thursday night.
Judge appoints ex-judge to oversee Giuliani devices' review
Read full article: Judge appoints ex-judge to oversee Giuliani devices' reviewA New York judge has formally appointed a former judge to ensure attorney-client privilege is protected in an examination of multiple electronic devices seized from Rudy Giuliani.
Fired Florida employee receives whistleblower status
Read full article: Fired Florida employee receives whistleblower statusA former Florida Department of Health employee is getting whistleblower status a year after being fired for repeatedly violating the agency’s policy about communicating with the media.
More than 1,500 people turn out for vaccinations at 3 Orange County high schools
Read full article: More than 1,500 people turn out for vaccinations at 3 Orange County high schoolsMore than 1,500 students and their families along with other members of the community turned out to receive COVID-19 vaccinations at Colonial, Evans and Jones high schools Wednesday and Saturday, according to Orange County Public Schools.
Daytona Beach community rallies behind tattoo shop owner, philanthropist hit by drunk driver
Read full article: Daytona Beach community rallies behind tattoo shop owner, philanthropist hit by drunk driverA well-known and loved tattoo shop owner and philanthropist is in the hospital after Daytona Beach police said he was hit on his motorcycle by a drunk driver on April 10.
UCF film tells story of Orlando high school bands breaking barriers during the civil rights movement
Read full article: UCF film tells story of Orlando high school bands breaking barriers during the civil rights movement“Marching Forward” is the UCF film that tells the story of two Orlando high school band leaders and their unique moment during the 1960s civil rights movement. James “Chief” Wilson was a band director for more than 5 decades at Jones high school--which in 1964, was segregated. From 2016 to 2021 the 60-minute film was produced by about 25 UCF students from the Honors College, all from different backgrounds and schools. Behind the scenes of "Marching Forward" during production at Edgewater High School. Jones High School students watching the "Marching Forward" documentary.
Rebekah Jones drops lawsuit over Florida police raid on her home, at least for now
Read full article: Rebekah Jones drops lawsuit over Florida police raid on her home, at least for nowRebekah Jones, the data scientist fired from her position at the Florida Department of Health last year, has moved to dismiss her lawsuit against the Florida Department of Law Enforcement over an armed raid on her Tallahassee townhome in December, according to News 6 partner Florida Today. Jones was arrested after the raid and is currently facing a criminal charge of violating Florida’s computer crime laws. It would give them the opportunity to get discovery from us to use in their criminal case,” he said. Jones said she disobeyed orders to doctor the state’s COVID-19 data to benefit Gov. She also launched a national project to collect COVID-19 data related to schools and published academic work based on these data.
Black filmmaker, 14, creates short film inspired by Michelle Obama speech
Read full article: Black filmmaker, 14, creates short film inspired by Michelle Obama speechAt 14 years old, Kalia Love Jones has a bright future of filmmaking ahead of her. Written, directed and produced by Jones, her first animated short film “The Power of Hope” tells the inspirational story of a young woman with big dreams. In fact, it was the words of former First Lady Michelle Obama that drove her to bring her dreams to life. Jones is the youngest director selected into the Oscar qualifying Pan African American Film Festival. “The Power of Hope” will be screened virtually at the 29th Annual Pan African Film and Arts Festival from Feb. 28 to March 14.
NFL draft early entry list has 3 national title-winning QBs
Read full article: NFL draft early entry list has 3 national title-winning QBsNational champion Alabama has five players leaving early after beating Ohio State in the CFP title game on Jan. 11, with All-America quarterback Jones and linebacker Dylan Moses both early graduates. The 30 players with college eligibility remaining after completing their degree requirements had to notify the NFL of their intentions for the draft. Players less than four years removed from high school who have not completed a degree need to be granted special entry to the draft by the NFL. Southern California has the most players leaving early for NFL draft eligibility with six. Stanford and Ohio State matched Alabama with five each.
Data scientist Rebekah Jones arrested in Florida
Read full article: Data scientist Rebekah Jones arrested in FloridaTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Rebekah Jones, a former Florida Department of Health data analyst who helped develop the state’s COVID-19 dashboard, was arrested on a charge of offenses against users of computers, computer systems, computer networks and electronic devices, officials announced Monday morning. [TRENDING: Data scientist Rebekah Jones arrested in Florida | Disney World not selling any new annual passes | Orlando police search for missing 12-year-old girl]Online records show Jones bonded out of jail just before 11 a.m. Monday. During her first appearance, her judge set her bond at $2,500, conditional on her having no contact with any of the people whose personal information was allegedly downloaded and no contact through state of Florida computer systems. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said an investigation into Jones began Nov.10 when the FDLE received a complaint from the Florida Department of Health that someone illegally accessed a state emergency-alert messaging system, known as ReadyOp. Evidence retrieved from a search warrant on Dec. 7 shows that Jones illegally accessed the system sending a message to about 1,750 people and downloaded confidential Florida Department of Health data and saved it to her devices, according to authorities.
Rebekah Jones, former data analyst for Florida, says she will turn herself in
Read full article: Rebekah Jones, former data analyst for Florida, says she will turn herself inThe accuracy of Florida’s coronavirus data on the state’s dashboard is back in the national spotlight. Rebekah Jones, a former Florida Department of Health data analyst who had her home raided by investigators on Dec. 7 and has a warrant for her arrest, announced on Twitter that she was turning herself in to authorities on Sunday, but it’s unclear if she’s in custody. Jones helped develop the state’s COVID-19 dashboard, but was fired for insubordination early last year. Jones posted a message Saturday on Twitter that she would turn herself in. — Rebekah Jones (@GeoRebekah) January 16, 2021The raid was based on a lie.
Unstoppable Tide: Alabama routs Ohio St for national title
Read full article: Unstoppable Tide: Alabama routs Ohio St for national titleDeVonta Smith was uncoverable, Najee Harris unstoppable and Mac Jones impeccable as the top-ranked Tide won the College Football Playoff national championship game 52-24 against No. 7 overall, breaking a tie with Alabama great Paul “Bear” Bryant for the most by a major college coach. "To me this is the ultimate team,” Saban said. “To me this team accomplished more than almost any team," Saban said. “Heaven knows what he would have done if he played the whole game,” Saban said.
One Good Thing: Theft leads to community giving in Miami
Read full article: One Good Thing: Theft leads to community giving in MiamiSherina Jones poses with one of her community refrigerators, Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020, in the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami. Jones offers free food for the community from a stocked community refrigerator called the Village Freedge. Worried that children were missing meals after COVID-19 closed schools, the 36-year-old cancer survivor used her meager savings to buy her first community refrigerator in August. When one of the refrigerators was stolen just before the Thanksgiving Day turkey giveaway, it was more than a theft. Jones introduced her to a single mom who feeds her kids breakfast from one of the community refrigerators.
Roll Tide! No. 1 Alabama beats Notre Dame 31-14 in Rose Bowl
Read full article: Roll Tide! No. 1 Alabama beats Notre Dame 31-14 in Rose Bowl(AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)ARLINGTON, Texas – A truly untraditional Rose Bowl setting, a very common result for Alabama in the College Football Playoff. 4 Notre Dame in a CFP semifinal Rose Bowl played inside about 1,400 miles from Pasadena, California. “I don't think there’s anything quite like the Rose Bowl, the tradition, the setting, the mountains. 3 Ohio State, which beat Clemson 49-28 in the other CFP semifinal at the Sugar Bowl on Friday night. PERFECT AT COWS HOMEAlabama is 5-0 at AT&T Stadium, with a pair of convincing CFP semifinal wins there.
Boston Celtics Hall of Famer K.C. Jones dies at 88
Read full article: Boston Celtics Hall of Famer K.C. Jones dies at 88FILE - In this Jan. 15, 1988, file photo, former Boston Celtics teammates Bill Russell, Sacramento Kings coach, left, and K.C. Jones, Celtics coach, meet before the start of the Kings-Celtics NBA basketball game at the Boston Garden in Boston. Only Russell and fellow Celtics teammate Sam Jones won more NBA championships as players. Jones went, winning was sure to follow,” the Celtics said in a statement before their Christmas Day game against the Brooklyn Nets. Jones reunited with Russell in Boston to win eight straight NBA titles from 1959-66.
Heisman finalists: Tide teammates plus Lawrence and Trask
Read full article: Heisman finalists: Tide teammates plus Lawrence and Trask(AP Photo/Brian Blanco, File)Alabama teammates Mac Jones and DeVonta Smith along with Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence and Florida’s Kyle Trask have been named finalists for the Heisman Trophy. Jones and Smith are the eighth set of teammates to be finalists together since the tradition started in 1982. Smith is trying to become the first wide receiver to win the Heisman since Michigan's Desmond Howard in 1991. Jones or Smith would become Alabama's third Heisman winner, but first that is not a running back. Iowa State running back Breece Hall was sixth, followed by Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, BYU quarterback Zach Wilson, Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book and Florida tight end Kyle Pitts.
Ex-data analyst Rebekah Jones demands Florida police return computers after raid
Read full article: Ex-data analyst Rebekah Jones demands Florida police return computers after raidTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A former Florida Department of Health data analyst who says a raid on her home by state investigators was payback for speaking out about what she describes were efforts to falsify COVID-19 figures is demanding that they return seized computer equipment and cell phones. Rebekah Jones said in a court filing on Wednesday that what the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is accusing her of doing isn’t a crime, according to the Miami Herald. Bennett Cyphers, a technology expert with the the Electronic Frontier Foundation, a San Francisco-based nonprofit, said in Jones' court filing Wednesday that the FDLE failed to provide “sufficient evidence” linking the IP address of the unauthorized message to Jones’ home. An IP address “cannot be used to identify a particular device or person,” since IP addresses used by one customer in one week “may be used by a different customer next week,” Cyphers said. Jones helped develop the state’s COVID-19 dashboard, but she was later fired for insubordination and has since publicly questioned the accuracy of the data.
Harris scores 5 TDs, No. 1 Bama escapes No. 11 Florida 52-46
Read full article: Harris scores 5 TDs, No. 1 Bama escapes No. 11 Florida 52-4611 Florida in a 52-46 shootout for the Southeastern Conference championship Saturday night. “The resiliency this team has shown this season to win 11 games is pretty phenomenal.”After falling behind 35-17 by halftime, Florida (8-3, No. Alabama had won every game in the pandemic-affected season by at least 15 points until Florida gave the Tide a scare. Florida: The Gators might’ve pulled off the upset if not for some crucial mistakes in the first half. But Florida also had two silly penalties on apparent third-down stops, extending a pair of drives that turned into touchdowns.
Kyle Trask, Mac Jones enjoy unlikely rises to Heisman contenders
Read full article: Kyle Trask, Mac Jones enjoy unlikely rises to Heisman contendersKyle has certainly done that and has had as fine a season as anybody in the country.”Ditto for Jones. Trask has already set the school season record for touchdown passes despite the shortened, SEC-only schedule. Trask is second nationally in passing yards per game (360.3), one spot ahead of Jones at 345.9. Jones said he looks up to Trask as both a person and a player, especially since both opted to stick it out instead of transferring. “I definitely have a lot of respect for Kyle, for how he’s handled his situation, too,” the 'Bama quarterback said.
COVID-19 and the holidays: These next few months will be toughest yet
Read full article: COVID-19 and the holidays: These next few months will be toughest yetDr. Jones says parents need to talk to their little ones now about why they will not be seeing their grandparents for Christmas. Dr. Jones suggests parents should start planning now to have a creative and festive Zoom visit. Dr. Jones says before any family gathering for the holidays there must be some ground rules. Dr. Jones says we can all still do the right thing, it’s just going to take extra work from everyone. Listen to the full episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate on iTunes here or on Sticher here.
Florida governor decries data scientist’s claims agents mishandled search of her home
Read full article: Florida governor decries data scientist’s claims agents mishandled search of her homeOn Monday, state agents served a search warrant at the home of Rebekah Jones, an ex-health department employee. According to the warrant, Jones’ IP address was connected to a message sent in November on the alert system. Jones was fired from the Florida Department of Health in May for unauthorized public comments about the state’s COVID-19 data. “They did a search warrant. Why did they do a search warrant on the house?
Video shows FDLE agents waiting outside Florida data scientist’s home to serve search warrant
Read full article: Video shows FDLE agents waiting outside Florida data scientist’s home to serve search warrantState law enforcement agents waited about 20 minutes outside the home of Rebekah Jones, an ex-health department employee, Monday before serving her with a search warrant, body camera video released from the FDLE Thursday shows. Jones initially refused to answer the door for 20 minutes and hung up when agents called her, according to FDLE. On Thursday, FDLE released two body camera videos totaling about 30 minutes showing Tallahassee police and FDLE agents trying to serve Jones with a search warrant for her electronics. FDLE Commissioner Richard Swearingen said in a statement the agency released the video to show “FDLE agents exercised extreme patience” and agents had been “vilified over the past few days.”“I am proud of the way these FDLE agents performed. Jones previously released video from inside the home showing agents walk inside with guns drawn but it does not show upstairs.
Gov. DeSantis appointee quits over raid on ex-state worker’s home
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis appointee quits over raid on ex-state worker’s homeTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A man appointed to a commission that recommends judicial appointments to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has resigned citing the search warrant served on a former Department of Health employee who has criticized the state’s COVID-19 data. Ron Filipowski announced his resignation from the 12th Circuit Judicial Nomination Commission on Twitter on Tuesday, saying a raid at the home of Rebekah Jones was unconscionable. [WATCH: Florida COVID-19 dashboard creator’s home raided after department of health complaint]Jones was fired in May. “I no longer wish to serve the current government of Florida in any capacity,” Filipowski said in his resignation letter.
Florida COVID-19 dashboard creator’s home raided after department of health complaint
Read full article: Florida COVID-19 dashboard creator’s home raided after department of health complaintAgents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement raided the home of a former Department of Health employee Monday credited with creating the state’s COVID-19 tracking dashboard. Agents were looking for evidence that she unlawfully gained access to a health department messaging platform, according to the warrant. Rebekah Jones was fired from the Florida Department of Health in May after she says she declined to “manipulate” state virus numbers. Agents were given permission in the warrant to seize computer hardware, software and other documents in the Dec. 3 warrant. Officials with the Florida Department of Health declined to comment for this story, directing News 6 to the FDLE.
Rashida Jones replaces Phil Griffin as MSNBC president
Read full article: Rashida Jones replaces Phil Griffin as MSNBC presidentNEW YORK – Phil Griffin is stepping down as the longtime president of MSNBC, to be replaced early next year by rising NBC News executive Rashida Jones. Griffin, 64, has worked at NBC News for 35 years and has been president of MSNBC since 2008. Jones, who has been with NBC News for the past seven years, is currently chief of breaking news and major events at the network. She just led the network's coverage of the 2020 presidential election and the team preparing Kristen Welker as moderator of the third presidential debate. Cesar Conde, the new chairman of the NBC Universal News Group, has made diversity one of his top priorities.
Jones bolsters Heisman case; No. 1 Alabama beats LSU 55-17
Read full article: Jones bolsters Heisman case; No. 1 Alabama beats LSU 55-171 Alabama used a slew of explosive plays to run away from LSU 55-17 on Saturday night. Jones threw three of his touchdown passes to Louisiana native DeVonta Smith, who went to the same high school as Louisiana Gov. Smith's first two touchdowns went for 65 and 61 yards to cap three-play, 75-yard drives for Alabama (9-0, 9-0 SEC). Each score pulled LSU as close as two touchdowns, but the Tide answered each with the two deep connections between Jones and Smith. LSU: Visits sixth-ranked Florida in a game rescheduled from Oct. 17 because of a COVID-19 outbreak affecting the Gators.
‘Imma shoot them:’ Florida woman accused of threatening DeSantis, Rubio, Scott
Read full article: ‘Imma shoot them:’ Florida woman accused of threatening DeSantis, Rubio, ScottKaren Jones, 55, was arrested at her South Florida home last Saturday. She is facing three charges of making written threats to kill or do bodily harm to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and U.S. senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott, according to an arrest report. Jones posted on Twitter last week, “DeSantis, Rick Scott and Marco Rubio are looting my state. Imma shoot them," according to the arrest report.
Orange County Public Schools reports highest daily COVID cases since reopening schools
Read full article: Orange County Public Schools reports highest daily COVID cases since reopening schoolsORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Orange County Public School District reported 40 confirmed cases of the virus Monday, the largest daily count the district has had since schools reopened this fall amid the pandemic, according to the Orange County Public School’s COVID-19 Dashboard. “That [number] is mirroring what is going on nationally with very high daily [COVID-19] numbers that we’re seeing across the nation. Jones said there needs to be more accountability in schools when it comes to following health and safety guidelines. Jones said parents need to ask questions and hold schools accountable to make sure health and safety protocols are being followed. Thank you for helping us keep our F2F programs functioning and healthy.”The Orange County School District said it continues to adjust and update their COVID-19 Health and Safety procedures.
Black Lives Matter faces test of its influence in election
Read full article: Black Lives Matter faces test of its influence in election“Black Lives Matter saved us, because we had nobody,” said Jones. Now, BLM’s influence faces a test, as voters in Tuesday’s election consider candidates who endorsed or denounced the BLM movement amid a national reckoning on race. Enter Black Lives Matter. Across social media platforms, the Black Lives Matter movement boasts a following of millions. “Black Lives Matter,” as a slogan, elicited “All Lives Matter” and “Blue Lives Matter” responses from foes.
Jones throws deep, No. 2 Alabama tops No. 13 Texas A&M 52-24
Read full article: Jones throws deep, No. 2 Alabama tops No. 13 Texas A&M 52-24Briefly threatened early, Jones and the Crimson Tide (2-0) flexed their considerable big-play muscle in the passing game to put away the Aggies (1-1). “Our guys stayed the course and kept competing in the game,” Alabama coach Nick Saban said. “We won, so it's a good game,” Jones said, when asked if it was his best performance. Smith, a converted receiver, emerged as another needed threat in the passing game. Alabama: Any questions about production of the Tide's passing game after Tua Tagovailoa, Jerry Jeudy and Henry Ruggs III have been answered.
’Volusia County just lost two public servants:' Paramedic, teaching assistant die of COVID-19, family says
Read full article: ’Volusia County just lost two public servants:' Paramedic, teaching assistant die of COVID-19, family saysVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A Volusia County family is mourning Monday after a brother and sister died of COVID-19, the sheriff said. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said paramedic Gerald “Jerry” Jones and his sister, Shyla Pennington, a teaching assistant, recently died. “Volusia County just lost two public servants, and a family lost two of their loved ones, to COVID-19,” Chitwood wrote on Facebook. According to the Volusia County School District, Pennington taught students with special needs for the last 18 years in several schools. “We really do not believe she contracted this at a school or at a school site or school function,” said Carl Persis, Volusia County School Board Chair.
American Academy of Pediatrics clarifies stance on reopening schools
Read full article: American Academy of Pediatrics clarifies stance on reopening schoolsThe American Academy of Pediatrics recently came out with an updated statement regarding the reopening of schools. Science should drive decision-making on safely reopening schools. For instance, schools in areas with high levels of COVID-19 community spread should not be compelled to reopen against the judgment of local experts. If numbers are up, we may need to pause or delay and consider input from health officials, teachers and parents. This should not be politically motivated, we have to think about what’s best for kids, teachers and families,” said Jones.
Former Florida data scientist creates competing coronavirus dashboard
Read full article: Former Florida data scientist creates competing coronavirus dashboardNow there are dueling data dashboards to track the new coronavirus in Florida, New 6 partner Florida Today reports. Visually, the new COVID-19 dashboard has a striking resemblance to the Florida Department of Health's officials dashboard of new coronavirus data, although with darker, earthier color tones, and many more cases and deaths. Jones' site on Friday showed 77,799 "COVID-19 positive people," while the Florida Department of Health's dashboard showed 70,971 total cases, including 1,630 positive non-residents. Jones dubs her new dashboard — www.FloridaCOVIDAction.com — “A People’s Dashboard for Florida during COVID-19,” or the Florida COVID Community Action website. “We put the data in context, clearly stating each variable’s limitations and caveats, for all the data on the site, including DOH’s data,” Jones’ press release said.