Johns Hopkins health expert says enclosed outdoor dining isn’t ironclad for COVID-19 transmission

With restrictions on indoor dining still in place for many parts of the DMV, the planning for winterizing outdoor seating in the time of coronavirus has been in the works for a lot of restaurants.

5,592 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 72 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,592 Friday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 800,216.

Is another COVID-19 surge on the way? Polk County hospitals prepare for round 2 as coronavirus cases rise

Hospitals are hiring additional nurses and staff and bringing in more cardiac and pulmonary equipment that COVID-19 patients may need as they prepare for a second wave of COVID-19 cases.

Harvard study: Flying poses lower COVID-19 risk than grocery shopping with proper safety measures

Harvard researchers found that proper safety precautions taken collectively can reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on a plane to below that of other routine activities during the pandemic.

Study links mask use to fewer COVID-19 hospitalizations

Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee found evidence to reinforce what scientists have been saying for months: Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Pope Francis ends public audiences, eyes Christmas as virus surges

Ambassadors to the Vatican were informed recently that Christmas would be essentially a virtual affair for the diplomatic corps this year.

Giants player tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of Monday game against Bucs

All but four New York Giants offensive linemen are reportedly in quarantine after one player tested positive. The team is scheduled to face the Tampa Bay Bucs on Monday.

American unemployment claims fall to 751,000; coronavirus resurges

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs.

4,198 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 77 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,198 Thursday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 794,624.

US economy grew at 33% rate in 3rd quarter but recovery is incomplete

The U.S. economy grew at a 33.1% annual rate in the July-September quarter — by far the largest quarterly gain on record — rebounding from an epic plunge in the spring.

MLB launches investigation after Justin Turner 'disregards' protocols following COVID-19 diagnosis

Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner celebrated his World Series victory with his team Tuesday night, without a mask, despite learning before the eighth inning that he was COVID-19 positive.

NFL announces limited capacity at Super Bowl LV in Tampa

The National Football League announced Wednesday there will be limited admission to the 2021 Super Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

Trick-or-treating could prove tricky for avoiding COVID-19

Carmen Montegny Seitz loves Halloween. This year, she’s going as Hermione Granger from "Harry Potter."

Walt Disney World lays off 720 performers because of COVID-19

The performer layoffs come weeks after The Walt Disney Co. announced it was eliminating 28,000 jobs in its parks division in California and Florida.