Seniors experience delays in getting healthcare due to pandemic
Some seniors in Florida are experiencing delays in medical care due to the pandemic.
Florida ends restaurant capacity cap, moves to partial Phase 3 reopening
Just in time for the weekend, restaurants can operate at full capacity -- regardless of local government rules -- as Florida moves into a partial Phase 3 reopening.
2,847 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 120 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,847 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 695,887.
FSU students must test negative for COVID-19 to attend home game
Florida State University announced Thursday stricter policies for students to attend football games on-campus, which includes wearing masks and taking a coronavirus test prior to the game.
DeSantis takes aim at local restaurant restrictions
Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to prohibit local governments from being able to close restaurants and bars, as some locals did to slow the spread of COVID-19 earlier this year.
DeSantis pushes back at 'draconian' university policies regarding college parties
Gov. Ron DeSantis thinks students who attend Florida’s 12 state universities should be able to socialize without worrying about getting thrown out of school.
2,541 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 177 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,541 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 693,040.
USF postpones FAU game after Notre Dame players test positive for COVID-19
Citing “issues related to the novel coronavirus,” the University of South Florida says it’s postponing this weekend’s football game against Florida Atlantic University.
Polk County businesses rehiring employees laid off during COVID-19 pandemic
Employees that were laid off from Seamsong, Miller's Ale House in Lakeland and Cineopolis are returning to work.
2,590 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 202 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,590 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 690,499.
From top to bottom, Publix tries to provide comfort for all during pandemic
Maintaining a grocery store as a place where shopping is a pleasure is a regular motto for the beloved Florida business Publix. Keeping the customer and associates top of mind during the pandemic is a whole other story.
As nation records 200K COVID-19 deaths, health experts warn Floridians to stay vigilant
As the nation reached 200,000 deaths from COVID-19 Tuesday, public health experts put into perspective how Florida is faring.
Hillsborough teachers, students plan protest as school board meets to discuss budget cuts
Hillsborough County school board members heard from a literal chorus of protesters as they met to discuss budget cuts and shortfalls Tuesday. Chorus students and teachers from across the district sang outside the meeting to try to convince board members and district officials that the arts are worth saving.
2,470 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Tuesday; 99 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,470 Tuesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 687,909.
Hillsborough County braces for widespread layoffs in school district due to budget crunch
Rumors and speculation over district layoffs have swirled ever since Hillsborough County Superintendent Addison Davis announced looming staff cuts last week. Over the weekend, Davis attempted to allay parents' anxieties over staff cuts, instead he may have stoked them.
Father says he and 9-year-old son have been battling COVID-19 symptoms for over 6 months
One father shared an account of the experience he and his son had, enduring COVID-19 symptoms for several months.
1,685 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 21 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 1,685 Monday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 685,439.
Hillsborough County schools offering free meals to students
Free meals will be available to students in Hillsborough County -- whether they are learning in-person or online.
2,521 new coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 9 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,521 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 683,754.
3,573 new cases of coronavirus reported Saturday; 62 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,573 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 681,233.