COVID-19 cases increased 595 Sunday to 40,596; 6 new deaths reported

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 595 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 40,596.

Social distancing, law enforcement in place as people head back to the beach

Beach-goers took to the sand Saturday on newly reopened beaches in Pinellas County, but this time around, law enforcement officers were stationed at beaches from Clearwater to St. Pete to make sure people follow the social distancing guidelines.

Mother, baby with coronavirus overcome illness, discharged from hospital after nearly 40 days

A mother and her newborn baby who were hospitalized for the novel coronavirus were officially given the all-clear this week, returning home after nearly 40 days in the hospital.

Warm weather won't kill off coronavirus, study finds

The study, published Thursday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, found almost no links to epidemic growth based on latitude and temperature, but documented a strong association with reduced spread of the virus and restrictions on mass gatherings, school closures and social distancing.

Governor DeSantis releases guidelines for barbershops and salons reopening Monday

Barbershops and salons are allowed to reopen in most counties in Florida on Monday, May 11, but things may be different the next time you get a haircut.

A mother and daughter dress up as dinosaurs to hand out homemade face masks

A Canadian mother and daughter surprised onlookers by handing out free face masks while dressed as dinosaurs, apparently in the style of the NBA's Toronto Raptors mascot.

Coronavirus cases in Florida top 40,000 in Saturday update; 46 additional deaths reported

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 802 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 40,001.

Long-term care lockdown continues as COVID-19 cases, deaths rise

Long-term care facilities have been off-limits to visitors since mid-March, keeping families apart and residents isolated.  Governor Ron DeSantis says the lockdown was to protect our most vulnerable, however, he signaled Friday he wants visitation restrictions at nursing homes relaxed soon.

Bay Area barbers, stylists eager to get back to earning

Barbershops, hair and nail salons will be allowed to reopen on Monday as part of the governor’s plan to restart Florida’s economy.

Gym owners angry, want green light to reopen

Hair and nail salons have been given the green light, but it’s still a big “no” for Florida’s gyms and fitness centers when it comes to reopening amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Beach capacity website shows Pass-A-Grille at capacity within first hour

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office launched its new Beach Capacity Dashboard website Friday afternoon to show beachgoers, in real-time, every bridge, parking lot, and beach access point -- and whether those spots are open, nearing capacity, or overcrowded and closed.