Bay Area districts monitor trickle of COVID-19 cases as students return
School coronavirus plans are already being put to the test. Across the Bay Area, there are small numbers of cases in schools showing up almost on a daily basis.
School coronavirus plans are already being put to the test. Across the Bay Area, there are small numbers of cases in schools showing up almost on a daily basis.
7,569 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Tuesday; 187 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,569 Tuesday, partially the result of a large data dump. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 631,040.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 7,569 Tuesday, partially the result of a large data dump. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 631,040.
Another warning: University of Tampa asks law enforcement for help after weekend of off-campus parties
For the second time in less than a week, University of Tampa officials are warning students about large gatherings after a weekend where several parties were held off campus.
For the second time in less than a week, University of Tampa officials are warning students about large gatherings after a weekend where several parties were held off campus.
Publix buys over 11 million pounds of produce, 500K gallons of milk from farmers to donate to food banks
Since April, the Lakeland-based supermarket chain says it has purchased over 11 million pounds of fruits and vegetables, as well as over 500,000 gallons of milk, from farmers across the Sunshine State and the southeast.
Since April, the Lakeland-based supermarket chain says it has purchased over 11 million pounds of fruits and vegetables, as well as over 500,000 gallons of milk, from farmers across the Sunshine State and the southeast.
Chocolate sales spike during lockdown, surpass overall candy sales
A data-driven report from the National Confectioners Association shows that demand for chocolate has surpassed demand observed in the candy market.
A data-driven report from the National Confectioners Association shows that demand for chocolate has surpassed demand observed in the candy market.
DeSantis vows to 'never do any of these lockdowns again' in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that Florida will not impose the stringent lockdowns the state saw earlier this year.
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that Florida will not impose the stringent lockdowns the state saw earlier this year.
Can I use a face shield instead of a mask?
No. Health officials don’t recommend the clear plastic barriers as a substitute for masks because of the lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
No. Health officials don’t recommend the clear plastic barriers as a substitute for masks because of the lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
Coronavirus pandemic brings hard times for farmers, worsening hunger
The coronavirus pandemic has brought hard times for many farmers and has imperiled food security for many millions both in the cities and the countryside.
The coronavirus pandemic has brought hard times for many farmers and has imperiled food security for many millions both in the cities and the countryside.
Gov. DeSantis extends eviction and foreclosure moratorium
Late Monday evening, Florida's governor once again extended the moratorium on evictions and foreclosures in the state.
Late Monday evening, Florida's governor once again extended the moratorium on evictions and foreclosures in the state.
Governor says state's COVID-19 downward trend is promising
During a visit to Tampa Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis said how Florida’s coronavirus numbers are trending downward and showing positive signs for daily positive cases, hospitalizations and ICU stays.
During a visit to Tampa Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis said how Florida’s coronavirus numbers are trending downward and showing positive signs for daily positive cases, hospitalizations and ICU stays.
Pinellas County sheriff back at work after COVID-19
Pinellas County’s top law enforcement officer is back to work after contracting COVID-19. Sheriff Bob Gualtieri says everyone needs to take this virus seriously.
Pinellas County’s top law enforcement officer is back to work after contracting COVID-19. Sheriff Bob Gualtieri says everyone needs to take this virus seriously.
Hillsborough County Schools launches COVID-19 dashboard as kids return to campus
The first week of school for Hillsborough County students started online, but Monday, about half of the school district's students returned to brick-and-mortar classrooms.
The first week of school for Hillsborough County students started online, but Monday, about half of the school district's students returned to brick-and-mortar classrooms.
Overdose awareness more important than ever as families struggle during pandemic
Ida Wyland knew Monday would be difficult, but she couldn’t be more driven to power through. The day marks International Overdose Awareness Day, and just five months ago she lost her son Jarred.
Ida Wyland knew Monday would be difficult, but she couldn’t be more driven to power through. The day marks International Overdose Awareness Day, and just five months ago she lost her son Jarred.
Research suggests coronavirus vaccine will likely require 2 shots to be effective
Evidence and continuing studies are suggesting that people may need two doses, not just one in order for the vaccine to be effective.
Evidence and continuing studies are suggesting that people may need two doses, not just one in order for the vaccine to be effective.
Florida's economic opportunity chief resigns amid jobs woes
Florida's director of economic opportunity resigned Monday, months after being stripped of his oversight of the state's glitch-ridden unemployment system, which left hundreds of thousands of people waiting weeks -- and sometimes months -- for benefits after losing their jobs during the coronavirus outbreak.
Florida's director of economic opportunity resigned Monday, months after being stripped of his oversight of the state's glitch-ridden unemployment system, which left hundreds of thousands of people waiting weeks -- and sometimes months -- for benefits after losing their jobs during the coronavirus outbreak.
A Zoom Thanksgiving? Summer could give way to a bleaker fall
The virus is blamed for over 180,000 deaths and 6 million confirmed infections in the U.S. Worldwide, the death toll is put at almost 850,000, with over 25 million cases.
The virus is blamed for over 180,000 deaths and 6 million confirmed infections in the U.S. Worldwide, the death toll is put at almost 850,000, with over 25 million cases.
Trump advisor joins DeSantis to tout school reopenings
With students returning to classrooms throughout most of the state, Gov. Ron DeSantis and an adviser to President Donald Trump on Monday tried to bolster support for offering in-person learning during the coronavirus pandemic.
With students returning to classrooms throughout most of the state, Gov. Ron DeSantis and an adviser to President Donald Trump on Monday tried to bolster support for offering in-person learning during the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida's eviction ban on the verge of expiring
The clock is ticking for Governor Ron Desantis to decide whether he will, once again, cut renters and homeowners a break if they are not able to make their monthly payment. The current moratorium is set to expire Sept. 1.
The clock is ticking for Governor Ron Desantis to decide whether he will, once again, cut renters and homeowners a break if they are not able to make their monthly payment. The current moratorium is set to expire Sept. 1.
Busch Gardens announces socially-distanced Bier Fest, new 'Fun Card' with 4 free months
Busch Gardens' yearly Bier Fest is returning with plenty of beers and bites for guests to enjoy.
Busch Gardens' yearly Bier Fest is returning with plenty of beers and bites for guests to enjoy.
1,885 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 68 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 1,885 Monday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 623,471.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 1,885 Monday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 623,471.