The CDC's new quarantine guidelines, simplified

Dr. Michael Teng at the University of South Florida said this about how to take the new guidance: “It is really essential to understand that even though the CDC is letting you out of quarantine or isolation, they still think you’re going to be infectious and can transmit the virus."

Holiday Bowl canceled, UCLA pulls out due to COVID-19

UCLA was scheduled to face North Carolina State in Tuesday's 43rd annual Holiday Bowl. Tuesday afternoon the university announced it would be unable to participate.

Hugh Jackman has COVID; 'Music Man' shows canceled

Hugh Jackman says he tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing cold-like symptoms. As a result, Broadway's 'The Music Man' has canceled shows through Jan. 1.

Hillsborough County brings back mask mandate in county buildings, regardless of vaccination status

Hillsborough County is once again requiring masks inside all county buildings due to the rise of COVID-19 cases. Face coverings will be required indoors at all county facilities for everyone, regardless of vaccination status.

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park to reopen: Here’s when

With Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park's reopening in the new year, park officials announced that several popular attractions will return as well.

1st person in US to get COVID-19 shot now a vaccine activist

The first person in the U.S. to get a COVID-19 vaccine, New York nurse Sandra Lindsay, has since become a prominent face in the vaccination campaign.

Apple closes New York City stores to in-person shopping

The list of COVID-induced closures, cancellations, and changes continues to grow in New York City. Apple has closed its locations in the city to in-store shopping.

Killer Mike seeks family of man who vandalized barbershop so he ‘can get him some help’

Atlanta rapper Killer Mike said someone vandalized his barber located on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta and while he’s mad, he said he wants to reach one of the vandal’s family members to get him the mental health he needs.

Florida sees spike in COVID-19 cases, but hospitals remain OK

Florida is dealing with another wave of COVID-19 infections, but health experts say it still appears the omicron variant causes less severe illness, which is good news for hospitals.

CDC shortens COVID-19 quarantine recommendation to 5 days

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials said the guidance is in keeping with growing evidence that people with the coronavirus are most infectious in the two days before and three days after symptoms develop.

Fauci: US should consider vaccine mandate for US air travel

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the top U.S. infectious disease expert, said the U.S. should consider a vaccination mandate for domestic air travel, signaling a potential embrace of an idea the Biden administration has previously eschewed, as COVID-19 cases spike.

TPA seeing minimal cancellations Monday after weekend of travel headaches across U.S.

While hundreds of flights in the U.S. have already been canceled Monday morning, the frustration level at Tampa International Airport is not as high compared to other parts of the country.

NYC vaccine mandate for private employers and those 12 and older in effect

A COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all private employers is now in effect in New York City. Also, New Yorkers aged 12 and older are now required to show proof of two vaccine doses to enter most indoor venues.

Long lines at Hillsborough County’s only COVID-19 testing site

A line of people wrapped around the West Tampa Community Resource Center on North Rome Avenue Sunday as COVID-19 testing demand skyrockets.

COVID-19 test giveaway: How Biden plans to distribute 500M kits for free

President Joe Biden says the federal government will buy half a billion COVID-19 rapid test kits and distribute them free of charge to people to use at home.