6,658 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 97 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,658 Monday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 999,319.

Bar applies to become church in owner's scheme to skirt UK's pandemic lockdown restrictions

Since the U.K. permits places of worship to remain open amid the pandemic, James Aspell hopes to turn 400 Rabbits Tequila and Mezcal Cocktail Bar into “The Church of The Four Hundred Rabbits.”

Holiday air travel surges despite dire health warnings

Nearly 1.2 million people passed through U.S. airports Sunday, the greatest number since the pandemic gripped the country in March, despite pleas from health experts for Americans to stay home over Thanksgiving.

COVID-19 testing sites in Bay Area work to accommodate demand post-Thanksgiving

Florida, which trails just behind California and Texas for the most positive cases in the country, is expected to record its millionth coronavirus case early this week.

Moderna asking US, European regulators to OK its virus shots

Moderna Inc. said it would ask U.S. and European regulators Monday to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine as new study results confirm the shots offer strong protection.

Mother of 5 delivers twins while battling COVID-19

The family is looking for help, after the mother of 5 tested positive for COVID-19 . She's currently in a medically induced coma after delivering twins.

7,364 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 58 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,364 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 992,661.

6,276 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 79 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 6,276 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 985,297.

US surpasses 13M COVID-19 cases, 90K hospitalizations for 1st time

The U.S. leads the world in the number of confirmed infections as the country continues to see a record number of new daily cases, hospitalizations and deaths. The news also comes as medical centers warn they are running out of beds and hospital capacity.

Black Friday crowds thin amid surging COVID-19 pandemic as retailers push online sales

In normal times, Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, drawing millions of shoppers eager to get started on their holiday spending. But these are not normal times.

US sees 28% increase in COVID-19 cases among children in just 2 weeks, report finds

According to the report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association, 1.2 million children had tested positive for COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, as of Nov. 19.

17,345 new Florida coronavirus cases reported over past two days; 109 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 17,345 Thursday and Friday. (The state did not release case numbers on Thanksgiving).  According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 979,021.

Santa's mailbag gives a peek into children's pandemic worries

Letters pouring by the tens of thousands into Santa's mailbox offer a glimpse into the worries and hopes of children awaiting a pandemic-hit Christmas.

Could the coronavirus vaccine be required?

International airlines have announced they will likely require proof of the coronavirus vaccine before flying.