Trump, DeSantis, tout malaria drug in COVID-19 fight while doctors remain cautious
Adding to calls from the president, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is stepping up calls to treat COVID-19 patients with hydroxychloroquine.
Coronavirus stimulus checks on their way: Here's how it works
With payments from the coronavirus stimulus package expected to reach American individuals and families as soon as this week, here is a breakdown of who will get them and how.
County helps connect Hillsborough farmers with consumers
Local farmers are also evolving and finding new ways to stay afloat. Some say they have a surplus of produce, and there's never been a better time to buy local.
Panera Bread launches grocery service in response to COVID-19 pandemic
The bakery and restaurant chain launched its new grocery delivery service on Wednesday, allowing customers to restock their kitchen while ordering food.
Tom Brady and wife, Gisele, donate to provide 750,000 meals through Feeding Tampa Bay
In one of his first moves as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer, Tom Brady and his wife, Gisele Bündchen, donated an amount that would pay for 750,000 meals through Feeding Tampa Bay.
Coronavirus cases in Florida increase by 700 to top 15,000; deaths reach 309
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state has risen by 709 since Tuesday evening's update as the virus spreads and as more people get tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 15,456.
How many people in Florida have recovered from coronavirus?
Every day, the Florida Department of Health reports a lot of information about COVID-19 cases around the state. But the number of “recovered” coronavirus cases in Florida is not among the data.
St. Pete man claimed he had COVID-19 before coughing, spitting on officers, authorities say
A St. Petersburg is accused of "prepretrating a biological weapons hoax" after threatening to spread coronavirus by spitting and coughing on police officers, according to the United States Attorney's Office.
DeSantis orders 1 million doses of controversial anti-malaria drug before nearing coronavirus peak
One million doses of hydroxychloroquine are expected to arrive in Tallahassee, Fla. by Wednesday as the state anticipates reaching its peak in coronavirus infections weeks sooner than initially projected.
State lawmaker offering paper applications for out-of-work Floridians at Tampa campaign office
Senator Janet Cruz is attempting to alleviate the biggest headache Floridians are facing while applying for unemployment: access.
Nurse at Raymond James testing site describes emotional ups and downs of fighting COVID-19
Noelle Lelakus is one of the nurses on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
How to print out a Florida unemployment application
As technical woes continue to plague Florida's unemployment website, many residents are turning to an old-fashioned method: printing out a paper application to put in the mail.
Hawaii mayor calls Florida man 'covidiot' for trying to disregard mandatory quarantine
A mayor in Hawaii has a choice word for the Florida man accused of trying to flout Hawaii’s traveler quarantine: “covidiot.”
Andrea Bocelli to perform Easter concert at empty Duomo Cathedral in Milan
The opera legend will be accompanied by organist Emanuele Vianelli during his solo “Music for Hope” concert, which will include traditional pieces such as “Ave Maria,” Mascagni’s “Sancta Maria” and “Amazing Grace.”
YMCA's 'Veggie Van' is offering help with eating healthy
YMCAs across the Greater Tampa Bay are working together with Feeding Tampa Bay to bring fresh produce and healthy food choices to local “food deserts.”
Metropolitan Ministries suspends financial aid
Metropolitan Ministries announced Tuesday night it will be suspending all COVID-19-related requests for financial assistance for the next seven days.
Florida ramps up testing ahead of anticipated COVID-19 peak
As Florida faces its anticipated peak, communities across the sunshine state are conducting as many COVID-19 tests as possible in order to get a better look at the spread of COVID-19.
Stars of stage and screen give Winter Haven girl 'Hamilton' surprise of a lifetime
Nine-year-old Aubrey Bauman is a theater fanatic so when she found out her birthday present, a performance of "Hamilton" in Jacksonville, was postponed, she was devastated. But John Krasinski, Lin Manuel Miranda, and Emily Blunt turned it all around with one Youtube video.
Folk star John Prine dies of COVID-19 complications
he Grammy Award-winning artist and Country Music Hall of Famer was known for character-driven ballads, songs frequently characterized as evocative, surreal, provocatively witty and soaked in unencumbered realism.
'Quaran-themed' dinners help family cope with staying home
Staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic is making many people get creative with time, and one Tarpon Springs family took nightly dinners to the next level during quarantine by dressing up in themes.