13,148 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 101 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 13,148 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,168,483.

Polk County giving away $2.5 million to help residents impacted by COVID-19 pay mortgage, rent

Polk County is giving away more than $2 million from the Cares Act to Polk County residents who lost income, lost a job, or got sick due to COVID-19 and need help paying back rent or mortgage.

Health officials track safety as COVID-19 vaccines roll out

On Tuesday, a health worker in Alaska suffered a severe allergic reaction after receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

Pandemic ornaments capture roller coaster that was 2020

Robert's Christmas Wonderland in Clearwater has been a go-to spot for finding those special Christmas tree trimmings.

Alaska health care worker suffers adverse reaction after COVID-19 vaccine

A woman had an allergic reaction that included flushing and shortness of breath within 10 minutes of receiving the first of Pfizer's two-dose COVID-19 vaccine.

11,541 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 122 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 11,541 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,155,335.

Masks to remain mandatory in Hillsborough schools after judge tosses lawsuit

Students in Hillsborough County schools must continue to wear masks to slow the spread of COVID-19. A judge on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit filed by parents who opposed the district’s mandate.

180 Florida hospitals to get next batch of COVID-19 vaccines

About 180 hospitals across the state will have access to COVID-19 vaccines as of next week, Florida’s emergency management chief said Tuesday.

Congress nears agreement on 2nd stimulus check in long-delayed COVID-19 relief deal

The $908 billion bipartisan package would extend direct payments of $500-$600 to most Americans but would deny long-sought aid to state and local governments.

How to protect yourself from COVID-19 scams

2020 has brought an uptick in financial scams due to the global pandemic.