5,831 new Florida coronavirus cases Tuesday; 276 new deaths in largest daily increase
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,831 Tuesday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 542,792.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,831 Tuesday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 542,792.
Navy veteran saved by Chihuahua after having a stroke
Eighty-six-year-old Navy Veteran Rudy Armstrong survived a stroke after his little dog Bubu ran to get help.
Eighty-six-year-old Navy Veteran Rudy Armstrong survived a stroke after his little dog Bubu ran to get help.
Marijuana use during pregnancy linked to greater risk of autism in children, study says
The study found that women who used cannabis while pregnant were 1.5 times more likely to have a child with autism.
The study found that women who used cannabis while pregnant were 1.5 times more likely to have a child with autism.
Superintendents asks state to address COVID-19 testing issues
As Florida schools reopen this month, district superintendents are calling on state officials to address two major challenges: the need for rapid testing for COVID-19 and a statewide plan to handle students and staff members who test positive.
As Florida schools reopen this month, district superintendents are calling on state officials to address two major challenges: the need for rapid testing for COVID-19 and a statewide plan to handle students and staff members who test positive.
Manatee County school leaders to vote on big-ticket items meant to protect students, staff
Manatee County school are less than a week away from welcoming students back to the classroom. As they tie up all their final loose ends, they’re learning that keeping students safe comes with a pretty hefty price tag.
Manatee County school are less than a week away from welcoming students back to the classroom. As they tie up all their final loose ends, they’re learning that keeping students safe comes with a pretty hefty price tag.
Florida economy loses $23-billion under cruise line suspension
Major cruise lines are trying their best to stay afloat as they face major financial struggles. The industry has been put on pause since mid-March which experts estimate has resulted in a $23-billion loss to Florida's economy.
Major cruise lines are trying their best to stay afloat as they face major financial struggles. The industry has been put on pause since mid-March which experts estimate has resulted in a $23-billion loss to Florida's economy.
Hyatt to require masks for guests at hotels in the Americas to help reduce spread of COVID-19
Guests will be required to wear face coverings within indoor public areas of Hyatt hotels, including bars, restaurants, fitness centers and event spaces.
Guests will be required to wear face coverings within indoor public areas of Hyatt hotels, including bars, restaurants, fitness centers and event spaces.
USF Bulls hope for season to proceed as 2 conferences decide college football and COVID-19 don't mix
The college football season is in doubt after two conferences announced they would not be playing games this fall.
The college football season is in doubt after two conferences announced they would not be playing games this fall.
After nearly 50 years in medicine, Brandon doctor dies of COVID-19
The medical community is mourning the loss of longtime-doctor at Brandon Regional Hospital, Sam Scolaro.
The medical community is mourning the loss of longtime-doctor at Brandon Regional Hospital, Sam Scolaro.
Health officials across US are quitting or getting fired amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Dozens of state and local public health leaders around the country have resigned or have been fired amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Dozens of state and local public health leaders around the country have resigned or have been fired amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Researchers test 14 types of face masks to see how well they protect against COVID-19
Among the 14 masks tested were surgical masks, a bandana, a valved N95 mask, as well as different types of cotton-based masks.
Among the 14 masks tested were surgical masks, a bandana, a valved N95 mask, as well as different types of cotton-based masks.
State gives Hillsborough County School District until Friday to amend reopening plan
The Florida education commissioner, Richard Corcoran came down hard on Hillsborough County schools Friday after the district voted last week to start the year off with four weeks of online classes.
The Florida education commissioner, Richard Corcoran came down hard on Hillsborough County schools Friday after the district voted last week to start the year off with four weeks of online classes.
Manatee County school officials enlist parents' help fighting COVID-19
When students step back into Manatee County schools, they will be stepping into one of the cleanest environments possible.
When students step back into Manatee County schools, they will be stepping into one of the cleanest environments possible.
State of Florida ordered health directors not to give yes-or-no input on school reopenings
While the state of Florida said schools would need approval from their county health officials to offer virtual classes only, health officials say the state’s surgeon general instructed them to give no such approval.
While the state of Florida said schools would need approval from their county health officials to offer virtual classes only, health officials say the state’s surgeon general instructed them to give no such approval.
‘The chances of it being 98% effective is not great’: Fauci says COVID-19 vaccine efficacy yet to be seen
“We don’t know yet what the efficacy might be. We don’t know if it will be 50% or 60%. I’d like it to be 75% or more,” Fauci said. “What I’m shooting for is somewhere between really good control and elimination.”
“We don’t know yet what the efficacy might be. We don’t know if it will be 50% or 60%. I’d like it to be 75% or more,” Fauci said. “What I’m shooting for is somewhere between really good control and elimination.”
Nearly 100,000 children tested positive for COVID-19 over last 2 weeks in July
The report said 97,078 new child cases of COVID-19 were reported between July 16-30.
The report said 97,078 new child cases of COVID-19 were reported between July 16-30.
Amid ventilation worries, schools mull outdoor classes during coronavirus pandemic
Concerns about school infrastructure are adding momentum to plans in some districts, even in colder climates, to take classes outdoors for the sake of student and teacher health.
Concerns about school infrastructure are adding momentum to plans in some districts, even in colder climates, to take classes outdoors for the sake of student and teacher health.
School district says no pajamas for online classes
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
4,155 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 91 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,155 Monday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 536,961.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,155 Monday as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 536,961.
All Orange County students begin virtual learning on Monday
The first nine school days are all about getting students comfortable with the district's LaunchEd program.
The first nine school days are all about getting students comfortable with the district's LaunchEd program.