US registers highest deaths in a single day from COVID-19
The U.S. registered more COVID-19 deaths in a single day than ever before -- nearly 3,900 -- on the very day of the mob attack on the Capitol.
The U.S. registered more COVID-19 deaths in a single day than ever before -- nearly 3,900 -- on the very day of the mob attack on the Capitol.
Online glitches, new distribution methods could be why you haven't received your second stimulus check
While the IRS and Treasury have distributed the bulk of the anticipated $164 million in second-round of relief payments for Americans faster than the first time, millions have not gotten payments yet or found hiccups in the distribution.
While the IRS and Treasury have distributed the bulk of the anticipated $164 million in second-round of relief payments for Americans faster than the first time, millions have not gotten payments yet or found hiccups in the distribution.
State launches investigation into diverted COVID vaccine allegations
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday that the state is investigating allegations that an upscale West Palm Beach nursing home diverted scarce COVID-19 vaccinations meant for residents and staff to members of the facility’s board of directors and donors.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday that the state is investigating allegations that an upscale West Palm Beach nursing home diverted scarce COVID-19 vaccinations meant for residents and staff to members of the facility’s board of directors and donors.
Walgreens, CVS to finish 1st round of COVID-19 vaccinations by Jan. 25
The two retail pharmacy chains announced that their COVID-19 vaccine efforts are underway at skilled nursing facilities, which require a higher acuity of patient care.
The two retail pharmacy chains announced that their COVID-19 vaccine efforts are underway at skilled nursing facilities, which require a higher acuity of patient care.
Citrus County seniors wait hours for COVID vaccine
Seniors in Citrus County were given their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine Thursday. Unlike other counties, the event was on a first-come, first-served basis.
Seniors in Citrus County were given their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine Thursday. Unlike other counties, the event was on a first-come, first-served basis.
19,816 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 164 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 19,816 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,429,722.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 19,816 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,429,722.
Jobless claims slip to still-high 787,000 in the US
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell slightly to 787,000, evidence of a job market stumbling in the face of the viral pandemic and the damage it has inflicted on the economy for nearly 10 months.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell slightly to 787,000, evidence of a job market stumbling in the face of the viral pandemic and the damage it has inflicted on the economy for nearly 10 months.
Governors work to expedite vaccine effort after slow start
New York’s governor is threatening to fine hospitals that don’t use their allotment of COVID-19 vaccine fast enough.
New York’s governor is threatening to fine hospitals that don’t use their allotment of COVID-19 vaccine fast enough.
FDA-approved coronavirus test hits Amazon marketplace. Here's how much it costs
An FDA-approved COVID-19 test has hit Amazon's marketplace as cases of the virus continue to inundate the country.
An FDA-approved COVID-19 test has hit Amazon's marketplace as cases of the virus continue to inundate the country.
Clearwater cancels 2021 Sugar Sand Festival
For the second year in a row, Clearwater officials have canceled the annual Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival.
For the second year in a row, Clearwater officials have canceled the annual Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival.
Florida non-profit accused of steering vaccines to rich donors
Florida launched an investigation Wednesday into an upscale nursing home amid reports that it administered coronavirus vaccines to wealthy donors and members of a country club.
Florida launched an investigation Wednesday into an upscale nursing home amid reports that it administered coronavirus vaccines to wealthy donors and members of a country club.
H&R Block urges customers missing their $600 stimulus check to call its helpline
If you are an H&R Block customer still waiting for your stimulus check, you are not alone.
If you are an H&R Block customer still waiting for your stimulus check, you are not alone.
Healthcare officials warn of coming COVID-19 patient surge at Tampa Bay hospitals
As COVID-19 infections surge in Florida and hospitalizations are on the rise, doctors are warning about the coming strain on the healthcare system.
As COVID-19 infections surge in Florida and hospitalizations are on the rise, doctors are warning about the coming strain on the healthcare system.
Hillsborough fires vendor responsible for COVID vaccine 'clown show'
Agreeing with a county commissioner’s characterization of the vaccine rollout as a "clown show," Hillsborough County’s deputy administrator said Wednesday it will be firing the vendor tasked with heading up the call center to distribute COVID-19 vaccinations.
Agreeing with a county commissioner’s characterization of the vaccine rollout as a "clown show," Hillsborough County’s deputy administrator said Wednesday it will be firing the vendor tasked with heading up the call center to distribute COVID-19 vaccinations.
Pinellas officials call for more state communication, better online reservation system for COVID-19 vaccines
The senior citizens who lined up Tuesday to get an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine represented just a fraction of the thousands who were foiled by phone lines and confounded by a crashed website.
The senior citizens who lined up Tuesday to get an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccine represented just a fraction of the thousands who were foiled by phone lines and confounded by a crashed website.
DeSantis maintains opposition to local COVID-19 rules
Gov. Ron DeSantis strongly reaffirmed his opposition to local government officials’ attempts to impose their own rules to curb the spread of COVID-19, saying Wednesday that such measures “are not effective.”
Gov. Ron DeSantis strongly reaffirmed his opposition to local government officials’ attempts to impose their own rules to curb the spread of COVID-19, saying Wednesday that such measures “are not effective.”
17,783 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 129 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 17,783 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,409,906.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 17,783 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,409,906.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital to host COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people 65 and over this weekend
Sarasota Memorial Hospital is using its own supply of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to inoculate at least 3,000 people 65 and older on Saturday, Jan. 9 and Sunday, Jan. 10, in the hospital auditorium.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital is using its own supply of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to inoculate at least 3,000 people 65 and older on Saturday, Jan. 9 and Sunday, Jan. 10, in the hospital auditorium.
Annual Epiphany in Tarpon Springs honors tradition, but without the typical audience this year
A Tarpon Springs tradition – more than 100 years strong – looked different this year. Dozens and dozens of spectators usually gather at the end of Tarpon Avenue for the annual Epiphany, but because of the pandemic, the general public was not invited.
A Tarpon Springs tradition – more than 100 years strong – looked different this year. Dozens and dozens of spectators usually gather at the end of Tarpon Avenue for the annual Epiphany, but because of the pandemic, the general public was not invited.
'Payment #2 Status - Not Available': IRS says some won't get stimulus automatically
If you see 'Payment #2 Status - Not Available,' you will not receive the $600 and must claim the 'Recovery Rebate Credit' on your 2020 tax return.
If you see 'Payment #2 Status - Not Available,' you will not receive the $600 and must claim the 'Recovery Rebate Credit' on your 2020 tax return.