Chinese vaccine 86% effective, UAE says

The United Arab Emirates says a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of sheikhdoms is 86% effective, though it released few details.

Inslee extends latest Covid-19 restrictions in Washington state through Jan. 4

The latest statewide Covid-19 restrictions that were set to be lifted Dec. 14 - including a ban on indoor dining and wedding and funeral receptions - have been extended for an additional three weeks. 

Free, drive-through flu shot clinics at Hillsborough County schools

Hillsborough County Public Schools is partnering with the Florida Department of Health to hold five, drive-through, free flu shot clinics for students, families, and district staff.

People who took Pfizer's COVID-19 trial vaccine are hopeful, but remain cautious

The sight of a British citizen getting a COVID-19 vaccine, made by Pfizer, could not have happened without thousands of worldwide participants in clinical trials.

Amid rising COVID-19 cases, millions of hungry Americans turn to food banks

The deadly pandemic that tore through the nation’s heartland struck just as Aaron Crawford was in a moment of crisis. He was looking for work, his wife needed surgery, then the virus began eating away at her work hours and her paycheck.

Lawmakers look to make 'alcohol to-go' a permanent option in Florida

Two Florida state senators have uncorked proposals to make permanent a coronavirus emergency order that allowed restaurants and other food establishments with liquor licenses to include alcohol with “to-go” orders.

Hillsborough judge hears arguments in case against school district's mask policy

A Tampa attorney is taking on Hillsborough County Public Schools' mandate for students, teachers and staff to wear masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

DeSantis appointee quits over raid on ex-state data worker's home

A DeSantis appointee has resigned from his position over the raid on the home of former Florida Department of Health employee Rebekah Jones. "I no longer wish to serve the current government of Florida in any capacity,” Ron Filipowski said.

Biden promises 100 million COVID-19 vaccines in first 100 days

President-elect Joe Biden is promising to distribute a coronavirus vaccine to 100 million people during the first three months of his incoming administration, pledging “100 million shots in the first 100 days.”

World War II veteran beats COVID-19 in time for his 104th birthday

A World War II veteran battling COVID-19 was released from an Alabama hospital, just in time to celebrate his 104th birthday.

Sarasota leaders plan crackdown, stiffer penalties for unpermitted events

After officers were pulled from their regular duties on Thanksgiving to deal with a large gathering of more than 1,000, police and city leaders are working on a way to stop such events from being planned.

Doctor pleads for review of data on ivermectin as COVID-19 treatment during Senate hearing

Dr. Pierre Kory, a pulmonary and critical care specialist, discussed findings about the anti-parasitic drug ivermectin and its use as a treatment of COVID-19 with NewsNOW from FOX.

California uses text alert to ask millions of residents to stay home

California authorities sent a cellphone text alert Tuesday to two major regions of the nation’s most populous state to tell millions that the coronavirus is spreading rapidly and asking them to stay home except for essential activities.

7,985 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Tuesday; 96 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,985 Tuesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 1,073,770.