13,719 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 272 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 13,719 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,627,603.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 13,719 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,627,603.
Singles looking for love post vaccine selfies on dating apps
Many people seem to think showing they are protected from the virus will make them a better catch.
Many people seem to think showing they are protected from the virus will make them a better catch.
'I've never heard such a thing': Tokyo officials deny reports that Olympics will be canceled
IOC President Thomas Bach and local organizers are pushing back against reports that the postponed Tokyo Olympics will be canceled.
IOC President Thomas Bach and local organizers are pushing back against reports that the postponed Tokyo Olympics will be canceled.
Dave Chappelle tests positive for COVID-19; cancels shows
Dave Chappelle tested positive for the coronavirus just before his comedy show scheduled for Thursday, forcing his upcoming appearances to be canceled, a spokeswoman said.
Dave Chappelle tested positive for the coronavirus just before his comedy show scheduled for Thursday, forcing his upcoming appearances to be canceled, a spokeswoman said.
Experts say COVID-19 measures likely behind unseasonably low flu activity
Late January to early February is typically the peak of flu season here in the Sunshine State. However, cases of the respiratory virus remain unusually low.
Late January to early February is typically the peak of flu season here in the Sunshine State. However, cases of the respiratory virus remain unusually low.
Harris Co. doctor charged with stealing COVID-19 vaccine vial says it would have 'expired'
The laywer for a fired Harris County Doctor who is being charged with stealing a vial of COVID-19 vaccine is firing back.
The laywer for a fired Harris County Doctor who is being charged with stealing a vial of COVID-19 vaccine is firing back.
Dept. of Health order: COVID vaccines are for Florida residents only
It’s official: You now have to live in Florida – at least part-time – in order to get a COVID-19 vaccine in the Sunshine State.
It’s official: You now have to live in Florida – at least part-time – in order to get a COVID-19 vaccine in the Sunshine State.
Fauci cites ‘liberating feeling’ in pandemic update during 2nd Biden White House press briefing
After President Joe Biden signed 10 executive orders Thursday aimed at getting the worsening coronavirus pandemic under control, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, who was scheduled to hold her second daily press conference, relinquished the podium in the White House press briefing room to Dr. Anthony Fauci.
After President Joe Biden signed 10 executive orders Thursday aimed at getting the worsening coronavirus pandemic under control, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, who was scheduled to hold her second daily press conference, relinquished the podium in the White House press briefing room to Dr. Anthony Fauci.
Preliminary research finds some COVID-19 mutations may dampen vaccine effectiveness
Scientists are reporting troubling signs that some recent mutations of the coronavirus may modestly curb the effectiveness of two current vaccines.
Scientists are reporting troubling signs that some recent mutations of the coronavirus may modestly curb the effectiveness of two current vaccines.
Hillsborough school district joins Pinellas schools in offering COVID vaccine to staff over 65
Some of Hillsborough County's most experienced teachers can now get the COVID-19 vaccine. The school district says it has enough doses to vaccinate faculty members age 65 and older.
Some of Hillsborough County's most experienced teachers can now get the COVID-19 vaccine. The school district says it has enough doses to vaccinate faculty members age 65 and older.
Walgreens partners with Polk County long-term care facility to administer COVID-19 vaccine
Lake Morton Plaza was one of the first assisted living facilities in Polk County to have its residents inoculated against COVID-19.
Lake Morton Plaza was one of the first assisted living facilities in Polk County to have its residents inoculated against COVID-19.
Student loan payment pause extended through Sept. 30 by Biden executive orders
After an executive order by President Joe Biden, the U.S. Department of Education will extend the pause on student loan payments and collections until Sept. 30, 2021.
After an executive order by President Joe Biden, the U.S. Department of Education will extend the pause on student loan payments and collections until Sept. 30, 2021.
Biden signs 10 executive orders on pandemic, warns things will ‘get worse before they get better’
On his second day as commander in chief, President Joe Biden signed 10 executive orders aimed at getting the COVID-19 pandemic under control, but issued a stark warning to Americans: “Things are going to continue to get worse before they get better.”
On his second day as commander in chief, President Joe Biden signed 10 executive orders aimed at getting the COVID-19 pandemic under control, but issued a stark warning to Americans: “Things are going to continue to get worse before they get better.”
Unemployment claims fall to a still-high 900,000
Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, lowering claims to 900,000, still a historically high level that points to further job cuts in a raging pandemic.
Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, lowering claims to 900,000, still a historically high level that points to further job cuts in a raging pandemic.
12,873 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 161 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 12,873 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,613,884.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 12,873 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,613,884.
Woman shares story after entire family tests positive for COVID and the loss of her father
A COVID-19 survivor is sharing her story, hoping her family’s story can help save your life or the life of your loved one.
A COVID-19 survivor is sharing her story, hoping her family’s story can help save your life or the life of your loved one.
'There's light at the end of the tunnel': New clinics aid COVID-19 'long-haulers'
Dozens of clinics have cropped up around the U.S. to address a puzzling and troubling aspect of COVID-19 — the after-effects that can stubbornly afflict some people weeks or months after the infection itself has subsided.
Dozens of clinics have cropped up around the U.S. to address a puzzling and troubling aspect of COVID-19 — the after-effects that can stubbornly afflict some people weeks or months after the infection itself has subsided.
Coronavirus-related syndrome behind death of Florida girl, 8: ‘She was a perfect child’
At this time, doctors do not know what exactly causes MIS-C.
At this time, doctors do not know what exactly causes MIS-C.
Walt Disney World could remain at reduced capacity until 2022
For months, capacity at Walt Disney World has remained a mere 35%. That limited capacity may be here to stay for a while.
For months, capacity at Walt Disney World has remained a mere 35%. That limited capacity may be here to stay for a while.
Mask rules could soon change for bars, restaurants in Hillsborough County
In Hillsborough County, the 14-day rolling average for the percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19 is 13.64%. The steady increase of cases is why local leaders want to do more to help stop the spread of the virus, and more changes could be coming for county bars and restaurants.
In Hillsborough County, the 14-day rolling average for the percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19 is 13.64%. The steady increase of cases is why local leaders want to do more to help stop the spread of the virus, and more changes could be coming for county bars and restaurants.