Kind-hearted 5th-grader doles out snacks, positive messages to 100,000 for Thanksgiving
Ten-year-old Orion Jean may be small in stature, but he has a big heart.
‘This is what you’ll see’: Doctor simulates dying COVID-19 patient’s point of view
A Missouri doctor shared sobering video that simulates the point of view of a dying COVID-19 patient who is about to intubated for a ventilator.
Oklahoma organization offering $10K if you move to Tulsa for remote work
Tulsa Remote is an incentive program offering $10,000 to out-of-state remote workers who move to Oklahoma.
Coronavirus cases surpass 60M worldwide, Johns Hopkins data shows
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases around the world topped 60 million on Wednesday, as the number of new infections in the U.S. alone hits new records heading into the holidays.
DeSantis says elderly residents and health care workers will be first to get COVID-19 vaccine
As cases spike throughout the Tampa Bay Area, Gov. DeSantis again declined to hold a public appearance with reporters. Instead, he issued a video statement while also extending an executive order aimed at preventing business shutdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Evangelical doctors’ group urges churches to halt in-person services amid COVID-19 surge
The Christian Medical & Dental Association urgently requested that churches strongly consider taking their services online and cancel in-person gatherings until the current surge of COVID-19 cases passes.
Nearly 3,500 federal employees to be compensated for contracting COVID-19 at work
As of Nov. 16, the government agreed to pay injury compensation benefits to nearly 3,500 federal employees and has granted death benefits to survivors of 14 employees, a Department of Labor spokesperson told FOX TV Stations.
12 million Americans will soon lose unemployment benefits—can they expect a stimulus?
When 12 million Americans will be cut off from unemployment benefits the day after Christmas, how will they pay the bills?
Rite Aid offering free COVID-19 tests, expands program to include teens
Rite Aid will continue offering free COVID-19 testing to both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals, and the company is expanding the program to include those as young as 13.
8,376 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 97 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 8,376 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 961,676.
Sen. Scott presses for COVID-19 vaccine plan details
U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., sent a letter Wednesday to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar pressing him for more-detailed information about distribution of yet-to-be-approved COVID-19 vaccines and about a $6 billion funding request.
DeSantis extends order blocking business shutdowns
The two-page extension, issued Tuesday, said the state “continues to suffer economic harm as a result of COVID-19 related closures, exacerbating the impacts of the State of Emergency, and Floridians should not be prohibited by local governments from working or operating a business.”
International travelers should get coronavirus test at 3 different times, CDC advises
The CDC has updated its guidance on international travel, urging Americans going abroad to get tested for COVID-19 at three different times.
Despite warnings, millions stick to Thanksgiving travel plans
Crowds at airports are expected to grow during the Thanksgiving holiday travel despite warnings from public health experts to stay home and avoid gatherings.
Unemployment claims rise to 778,000 as COVID-19 pandemic worsens
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week to 778,000, evidence that the U.S. economy and job market remain under strain as coronavirus cases surge and colder weather heighten the risks.
Major PPE manufacturer shuts down after 2,500 workers diagnosed with COVID-19
Malaysia’s Top Glove Corp., the world’s largest maker of rubber gloves, says it expects a two-to-four-week delay in deliveries after more than 2,000 workers at its factories were infected by the coronavirus, raising the possibility of supply disruptions during the pandemic.
Is that holiday gathering too risky? New tool helps you decide
If you are on the fence about your Thanksgiving or holiday plans, a website created by the Georgia Institute of Technology may help you measure your level of risk of being exposed to someone with COVID-19 at that gathering or event.
Computer scientist tracking mask compliance at Walt Disney World
The man behind TouringPlans.com says the website is now tracking mask compliance at Walt Disney World.
The Don CeSar hopes to bury 2020 with time capsule
The waterproof metal case went into a pit lined with cinder blocks, stuffed with things we'd rather forget -- COVID supplies, a recap of 2020's natural disasters, and a summary of the election.
Stress and anxiety from COVID-19 is not taking a break for the holidays
Thanksgiving is days away, and for many people it will not be filled with the usual traditions and familiar faces packed around the dinner table. Experts say in increase in mental health issues are expected this year.