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Many of Florida’s springs are at risk, largely from a combination of reduced water flow and increased pollution.

The lawsuit, filed in federal district court in Tampa, asks a federal judge to lift restrictions imposed by the CDC that have idled cruise ships in the U.S. for more than a year because of the pandemic.

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody says the orders are operating under "outdated medical information."

Tourism officials say it could lead to money being diverted away from tourism promotion and advertising.

The city has been steadily upping the ante with new rules and regulations, such as banning scooter rentals after 7 p.m.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is recommending about $260 million go to Florida’s ports and another $50 million toward marketing Florida as a tourism destination.

A majority of U.S. colleges have canceled spring break, in an attempt to curb student travel. But the rise of online classes means students can now attend college from anywhere, including beachside.

Daryl Cronk, with Visit Orlando says the availability of coronavirus vaccines "is giving people confidence."

Estimates show the state handled 86.714 million travelers in 2020, down 34% from the previous year and the lowest number in a decade.

Visit Florida reports a 34% drop in yearly visitors in 2020, and the lowest annual total since 2010.

The next target audience for Visit Florida will be the West Coast, expanding earlier efforts that targeted travelers from East Coast cities who could drive or take short flights to Florida.

Gov. Ron DeSantis said he wants to make sure the state’s COVID-19 vaccine supply is being directed to Florida residents.