As many as 1,000 people per day can get tested for COVID-19 at Raymond James Stadium starting Tuesday
Beginning Tuesday, as many as 1,000 people daily will be able to get tested for COVID-19 at the Raymond James Stadium testing site in Tampa.
Beginning Tuesday, as many as 1,000 people daily will be able to get tested for COVID-19 at the Raymond James Stadium testing site in Tampa.
As cases spike, DeSantis says Florida isn't ready for third phase of reopening
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida isn’t ready for the next phase of his effort to reinvigorate the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida isn’t ready for the next phase of his effort to reinvigorate the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Large protests not responsible for rise in Florida's COVID-19 cases, state health experts say
Research indicates large protests are not responsible for the current COVID-19 spike in Florida, or in other states experiencing a surge in new cases.
Research indicates large protests are not responsible for the current COVID-19 spike in Florida, or in other states experiencing a surge in new cases.
Nevada is requiring masks in public settings after rise in new virus cases
Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Wednesday that Nevada will mandate the use of face coverings in public places in an effort to stem an increase of coronavirus cases that has hit the state as casinos, restaurants and other businesses began reopening.
Gov. Steve Sisolak announced Wednesday that Nevada will mandate the use of face coverings in public places in an effort to stem an increase of coronavirus cases that has hit the state as casinos, restaurants and other businesses began reopening.
Restaurant owners hope for more guidance on COVID-19 protocols for hospitality industry
As more restaurants deep clean their spaces to protect the public during the COVID pandemic, industry leaders said they are working toward more specifics on what to do when staff members are exposed.
As more restaurants deep clean their spaces to protect the public during the COVID pandemic, industry leaders said they are working toward more specifics on what to do when staff members are exposed.
Disney World plans to reopen, despite spike in COVID-19 cases
Disney announced it is delaying the reopening of its California theme parks. Park officials in Florida have signaled that Walt Disney World will reopen as scheduled, though some are calling for delays. Disney World set to begin a phased reopening of theme parks July 11.
Disney announced it is delaying the reopening of its California theme parks. Park officials in Florida have signaled that Walt Disney World will reopen as scheduled, though some are calling for delays. Disney World set to begin a phased reopening of theme parks July 11.
Business owner: 'We’re put into the situation of becoming law enforcement'
The day after the Hillsborough County Emergency Policy Group enacted a mandatory face-covering order for anyone indoors who cannot safely social distance, the owner of Brandon Crossroads Bowl said he hopes the EPG takes a second look at how the rule is enforced.
The day after the Hillsborough County Emergency Policy Group enacted a mandatory face-covering order for anyone indoors who cannot safely social distance, the owner of Brandon Crossroads Bowl said he hopes the EPG takes a second look at how the rule is enforced.
DeSantis not reconsidering reopening Florida
As Florida's new cases of Coronavirus continue to surge, the governor gave no indication during a stop in Tampa that he is reconsidering Florida's reopening plan. But he also made it clear the state is not ready to move to the next phase.
As Florida's new cases of Coronavirus continue to surge, the governor gave no indication during a stop in Tampa that he is reconsidering Florida's reopening plan. But he also made it clear the state is not ready to move to the next phase.
With no mandate from Manatee County, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria adopt mask ordinances
Manatee County commissioners spent two days and several hours discussing face masks but did not pass a mandate requiring them Thursday. But two cities within the county decided to pass their own ordinances in hopes of preventing the further spread of COVID-19.
Manatee County commissioners spent two days and several hours discussing face masks but did not pass a mandate requiring them Thursday. But two cities within the county decided to pass their own ordinances in hopes of preventing the further spread of COVID-19.
HHS deputy secretary meets with Bay Area healthcare, business leaders
Of the $2.6 billion Florida hospitals received from the CARES Act provider relief fund, Tampa-area hospitals saw more than $100 million of it.
Of the $2.6 billion Florida hospitals received from the CARES Act provider relief fund, Tampa-area hospitals saw more than $100 million of it.
Manatee County plan for students' return includes masks, temperature checks
Plans, which are still being finalized, call for full-time, in-person classes for kindergarten through sixth grade. Seventh grade and up will likely have a hybrid mix of in person classes and e-learning.
Plans, which are still being finalized, call for full-time, in-person classes for kindergarten through sixth grade. Seventh grade and up will likely have a hybrid mix of in person classes and e-learning.
As Hillsborough clears testing logjam, others still await results
Long lines, buggy phone appointments: Hillsborough County admits, it’s been frustrating for those trying to make an appointment to get tested for coronavirus.
Long lines, buggy phone appointments: Hillsborough County admits, it’s been frustrating for those trying to make an appointment to get tested for coronavirus.
Another 1.48 million laid-off workers seek US jobless aid
The number of laid-off workers who applied for unemployment benefits fell to 1.48 million last week, the 12th straight drop and a sign that layoffs are slowing but are still at a painfully high level.
The number of laid-off workers who applied for unemployment benefits fell to 1.48 million last week, the 12th straight drop and a sign that layoffs are slowing but are still at a painfully high level.
Agriculture commissioner calls for statewide mask order
With thousands of additional COVID-19 cases being added each day in Florida, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried called Thursday for a statewide requirement that people wear masks in public places.
With thousands of additional COVID-19 cases being added each day in Florida, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried called Thursday for a statewide requirement that people wear masks in public places.
Johnson & Wales to close campuses in Florida and Colorado
Johnson & Wales University will close its Florida and Colorado campuses at the end of the next academic year as it pivots away from its image as a hospitality and culinary school to expand its academic offerings, the Rhode Island-based school announced Thursday.
Johnson & Wales University will close its Florida and Colorado campuses at the end of the next academic year as it pivots away from its image as a hospitality and culinary school to expand its academic offerings, the Rhode Island-based school announced Thursday.
Trump administration retiring 13 federally operated COVID-19 testing sites amid sharp rise in cases
The Trump administration has announced that it is currently “transitioning” the last remaining federally operated coronavirus testing sites, of which there are 13 located in five states, to be re-established within local pharmacies.
The Trump administration has announced that it is currently “transitioning” the last remaining federally operated coronavirus testing sites, of which there are 13 located in five states, to be re-established within local pharmacies.
CDC adds 3 new coronavirus symptoms to list
Congestion or runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea were added were added to the list.
Congestion or runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea were added were added to the list.
Pinellas County offering free masks to residents at several distribution sites
With Pinellas County under a mask mandate order, officials are giving face coverings away for free for those who don't have one.
With Pinellas County under a mask mandate order, officials are giving face coverings away for free for those who don't have one.
Over 5,000 new coronavirus cases reported in Florida Thursday; 46 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,004 since yesterday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 114,018.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 5,004 since yesterday morning as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 114,018.
Online registration for COVID-19 testing available for Hillsborough residents
Hillsborough County officials announced Thursday that residents can make appointments online for free COVID-19 testing.
Hillsborough County officials announced Thursday that residents can make appointments online for free COVID-19 testing.