Over 2,600 new Florida coronavirus cases in Wednesday's update; total deaths top 3,000
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,610 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 82,719.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,610 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 82,719.
7-Eleven's Free Slurpee Day canceled, and coronavirus is to blame
If you were expecting to get a free brain freeze this July 11, too bad.
If you were expecting to get a free brain freeze this July 11, too bad.
Coronavirus: 16 people test positive after night out at Florida bar
Bars were allowed to reopen on June 5 after Florida closed nonessential businesses in April amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Bars were allowed to reopen on June 5 after Florida closed nonessential businesses in April amid the coronavirus pandemic.
China's new coronavirus outbreak raises fears for rest of the world
China raised its emergency warning to its second-highest level and canceled more than 60% of the flights to Beijing on Wednesday amid a new coronavirus outbreak in the capital. It was a sharp pullback for the nation that declared victory over COVID-19 in March and a message to the rest of the world about how tenacious the virus really is.
China raised its emergency warning to its second-highest level and canceled more than 60% of the flights to Beijing on Wednesday amid a new coronavirus outbreak in the capital. It was a sharp pullback for the nation that declared victory over COVID-19 in March and a message to the rest of the world about how tenacious the virus really is.
City of Tampa cancels 'Boom by the Bay' Fourth of July celebration
City officials in Tampa announced Wednesday it will cancel this year's "Boom by the Bay" celebration due to the spike in COVID-19 cases in the area.
City officials in Tampa announced Wednesday it will cancel this year's "Boom by the Bay" celebration due to the spike in COVID-19 cases in the area.
Bike shops experiencing 'unprecedented surge' of sales during pandemic
When gyms closed and fitness classes ended in mid-March amid the statewide coronavirus shutdown, people scrambled to find ways to stay active, especially those not inclined to put on a pair of running shoes and hit the street on foot. As a result, there's been an unprecedented surge in bicycle sales not only at the local and state level, but also nationally.
When gyms closed and fitness classes ended in mid-March amid the statewide coronavirus shutdown, people scrambled to find ways to stay active, especially those not inclined to put on a pair of running shoes and hit the street on foot. As a result, there's been an unprecedented surge in bicycle sales not only at the local and state level, but also nationally.
Asymptomatic cases reported at St. Pete long-term care facility
A Pinellas County long-term care facility is dealing with a flare-up of COVID-19 cases with more than a dozen residents testing positive for the virus -- but were asymptomatic.
A Pinellas County long-term care facility is dealing with a flare-up of COVID-19 cases with more than a dozen residents testing positive for the virus -- but were asymptomatic.
DeSantis vows to keep state open as COVID-19 case numbers soar
Saying society needs to "function," Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed Tuesday to keep Florida open despite a recent surge in the number of people infected with COVID-19.
Saying society needs to "function," Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed Tuesday to keep Florida open despite a recent surge in the number of people infected with COVID-19.
COVID-19 spreads through downtown St. Pete, forcing restaurants to again close
The recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida and around downtown St. Petersburg is causing some restaurants and bars there to shut down less than two weeks after the state gave bars the all-clear to reopen.
The recent spike in COVID-19 cases in Florida and around downtown St. Petersburg is causing some restaurants and bars there to shut down less than two weeks after the state gave bars the all-clear to reopen.
Businesses ask patrons to waive right to sue if they get ill
As businesses reopen across the U.S. after coronavirus shutdowns, many are requiring customers and workers to sign forms saying they won’t sue if they catch COVID-19.
As businesses reopen across the U.S. after coronavirus shutdowns, many are requiring customers and workers to sign forms saying they won’t sue if they catch COVID-19.
Westchase Community Association tells residents to take down graduation signs or face fines
You could call it a sign of the times: Proud parents are doing their best to make up for canceled graduation ceremonies with congratulatory signs.
You could call it a sign of the times: Proud parents are doing their best to make up for canceled graduation ceremonies with congratulatory signs.
Snubbed by EPG, commissioner again seeks protections for mask-wearers
Kimberly Overman wants you to be able to wear a mask at work and not face issues or retribution from your boss. ”There was a hope this would be about public health, unfortunately it’s become political."
Kimberly Overman wants you to be able to wear a mask at work and not face issues or retribution from your boss. ”There was a hope this would be about public health, unfortunately it’s become political."
FDA approves first-ever prescription video game to help kids with ADHD
EndeavorRx is a game aimed at improving attention function and symptoms associated with ADHD in 8 to 12-year-olds.
EndeavorRx is a game aimed at improving attention function and symptoms associated with ADHD in 8 to 12-year-olds.
Garth Brooks turns to drive-ins to keep the music going
We know Garth Brooks can sell out arenas, but the pandemic has silenced the superstar and many others -- until now. Brooks is planning to hold a concert showing at drive-in theaters across North America.
We know Garth Brooks can sell out arenas, but the pandemic has silenced the superstar and many others -- until now. Brooks is planning to hold a concert showing at drive-in theaters across North America.
Study finds that flushing could release virus-laden ‘toilet plumes’ into the air
Need a good reason to close the toilet lid? Here’s one.
Need a good reason to close the toilet lid? Here’s one.
Canada, US and Mexico extend border restrictions to July 21
The U.S., Canada and Mexico have agreed to extend their agreements to keep their shared borders closed to non-essential travel to July 21 during the coronavirus pandemic.
The U.S., Canada and Mexico have agreed to extend their agreements to keep their shared borders closed to non-essential travel to July 21 during the coronavirus pandemic.
US, China to each allow 4 weekly flights for airlines
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Monday that U.S. carriers have been approved to fly four weekly flights to China.
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Monday that U.S. carriers have been approved to fly four weekly flights to China.
Florida coronavirus cases top 80,000 after another record single-day increase
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,783 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 80,109.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,783 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 80,109.
NASCAR wants 30,000 fans at All-Star race in Tennessee; masks not required
NASCAR is set to allow up to 30,000 fans at the track in Bristol next month when it moves the All-Star race out of Charlotte Motor Speedway for just the second time in the history of the race.
NASCAR is set to allow up to 30,000 fans at the track in Bristol next month when it moves the All-Star race out of Charlotte Motor Speedway for just the second time in the history of the race.
Dunedin recreation center closes after city employee tests positive for COVID-19
A recreation center, playground and skate park in Dunedin were shut down until further notice after city officials learned an employee received a positive test for COVID-19.
A recreation center, playground and skate park in Dunedin were shut down until further notice after city officials learned an employee received a positive test for COVID-19.