WHO report says animals likely source of COVID-19, lab leak 'extremely unlikely'

A joint WHO-China study says that transmission of the virus from bats to humans through another animal is the most likely scenario, according to a copy obtained by the Associated Press.

Ban on renter evictions during COVID-19 pandemic extended through June 30

The CDC on Monday moved to continue the pandemic-related protection, which had been scheduled to expire on March 31. Here’s how to be eligible.

Broward County deputy is 7th in agency to die of coronavirus

A Florida sheriff’s deputy has become the seventh person in the agency to die of complications from the coronavirus.

Birx recalls ‘very difficult’ phone call with Trump after publicly detailing COVID-19 spread

Dr. Deborah Birx revealed that she had a “very uncomfortable” and “very difficult” phone conversation with former President Donald Trump after she spoke out about the COVID-19 spread last August.

Colleges weigh mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for students

As more Americans get vaccinated, colleges are considering mandatory vaccines for students before returning to campus.

4,943 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 36 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,943 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 2,044,005.

Clinic vaccinates 1,000 Hillsborough County educators

Most Hillsborough County teachers are more than ready to leave this year of distanced learning in the past and welcome all their students back to the classroom. 

COVID-19 vaccine age drops to 40 in Florida on Monday

The eligibility requirement for the COVID-19 drops to 40 in Florida beginning Monday, March 29, but you can start scheduling appointments at the three public vaccination sites in Hillsborough County now.

Thousands attend concert in Barcelona after COVID-19 screening

If one overlooked the white face masks dotting the tightly packed crowd of music lovers, it was almost like pre-pandemic times in Barcelona’s Palau Sant Jordi concert hall Saturday night.

Texas COVID numbers decrease 17 days after mask, other restrictions lifted

Over two weeks since Texas lifted coronavirus mandates that allowed businesses to open at full capacity and mask-wearing optional, the state is still seeing falling caseloads.

CDC director concerned over rising COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations

Health officials are concerned that some COVID-19 metrics are trending in the wrong direction such as new cases and hospitalizations.

Worst may lie ahead for Brazil as it nears 4,000 daily COVID-19 deaths

Brazil currently accounts for one-quarter of the entire world’s daily COVID-19 deaths, far more than any other single nation, and health experts are warning the nation is on the verge of even greater calamity.

5,883 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 26 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,883 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 2,039,062.

Gov. DeSantis calls on CDC to rescind no-sail order

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships.

Florida teens 16+ eligible to receive Pfizer vaccine starting April 5

As the state gears up to allow everyone 18 and older to receive the coronavirus vaccines on April 5, health officials are also clarifying what that means for some under the age of 18.