Gov. Cuomo set to earn $5 million from pandemic leadership book

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was paid a $3.1 million advance to write his COVID-19 leadership book, "American Crisis," last year as the pandemic gripped the world. He will earn another $2 million over the next two years.

1,976 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 58 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 1,976 Monday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,293,980.

Florida's theme parks no longer requiring face masks outdoors

Visitors at Disney and Universal no longer need to wear their masks outdoors, but must still cover their faces inside and on rides. Busch Gardens and SeaWorld, however, are allowing fully vaccinated guests to remove their masks throughout their theme parks.

Push to get vaccinated goes beyond US border

COVID-19 infections surging in other parts of the world give the virus a chance to mutate, and possibly create strains that current vaccines cannot protect us from, according to health experts.

Parents, students to protest in-school mask rules as CDC clarifies guidelines

Within the few last days, there's been major changes to the CDC guidelines regarding masks. The agency now says vaccinated do not need to mask up, but students and teachers inside schools should still do so.

2,482 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 19 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,482 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,292,004.

Despite CDC guidance, some aren't ready to give up masks

Not everyone is giving up wearing a face mask despite the latest government guidance that means fully vaccinated Americans can uncover their faces in many cases.

Relaxed mask guidelines met with mixed emotions

Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidelines on masks, saying fully vaccinated people can safely be indoors and in crowds without a face covering, many people have reacted with mixed emotions.

Businesses rely on honor system as vaccinated individuals ditch their masks

Since the CDC’s major update on Thursday, stating that vaccinated individuals no longer needed to mask up in most indoor settings, things have started to change.  

3,319 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 56 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 3,319 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,289,522.

Busch Gardens, Adventure Island not requiring masks for fully vaccinated guests

Busch Gardens and Adventure Island will no longer require guests to wear a face-covering while inside the theme parks if they are fully vaccinated. Employees, however, are still required to wear a mask.