Salon, gym owners wonder what's next after Florida's plan to reopen left them out
While some Florida businesses are preparing to reopen Monday as part of phase one of Governor Ron DeSantis’ Reopen Florida Task Force’s plan, others have been left in the dark.
While some Florida businesses are preparing to reopen Monday as part of phase one of Governor Ron DeSantis’ Reopen Florida Task Force’s plan, others have been left in the dark.
US jobless claims soar past 30 million as 3.8 million more workers seek aid
More than 3.8 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week as the U.S. economy slid further into a crisis that is becoming the most devastating since the 1930s.
More than 3.8 million laid-off workers applied for unemployment benefits last week as the U.S. economy slid further into a crisis that is becoming the most devastating since the 1930s.
NASA images show Florida's pollution has decreased since coronavirus lockdowns began
Within one month, there has been lesson air pollution above the Sunshine State's metropolitan areas as the state went into lockdown, reports NASA.
Within one month, there has been lesson air pollution above the Sunshine State's metropolitan areas as the state went into lockdown, reports NASA.
Surge continues in Florida jobless claims
Florida recorded more than 900,000 first-time unemployment claims during the past two weeks, while fewer than 50 percent of people put out of work since mid-March have received assistance from the state.
Florida recorded more than 900,000 first-time unemployment claims during the past two weeks, while fewer than 50 percent of people put out of work since mid-March have received assistance from the state.
Beach parking will reopen in Sarasota County; Chairs, coolers and canopies also allowed starting Monday
It was sooner than expected, but residents in Sarasota County will have their parking back if they want to head to the beach. In addition, commissioners decided to allow people to use the beach for all uses -- not just for exercise -- as long as beachgoers follow social distancing guidelines.
It was sooner than expected, but residents in Sarasota County will have their parking back if they want to head to the beach. In addition, commissioners decided to allow people to use the beach for all uses -- not just for exercise -- as long as beachgoers follow social distancing guidelines.
Manatee County reopens beaches; parking time limits, social distancing rules in place
On Thursday, Manatee County officials announced that Manatee County residents may park and visit public beaches for two hours a day as long as they practice social distancing.
On Thursday, Manatee County officials announced that Manatee County residents may park and visit public beaches for two hours a day as long as they practice social distancing.
Ring camera shows Amazon driver playing hopscotch after making delivery
A doorbell camera caught this delivery driver enjoying a game of hopscotch after leaving a package near a front door.
A doorbell camera caught this delivery driver enjoying a game of hopscotch after leaving a package near a front door.
Highlands County man, a Purple Heart recipient, celebrates 90th birthday
Robert Scherer has had a long resume in serving his country and in public service.
Robert Scherer has had a long resume in serving his country and in public service.
Hernando County announces schedule for traditional graduation ceremonies, will hold virtual alternative if needed
School officials in Hernando County say they will move forward with plans to hold traditional commencement ceremonies for graduating seniors.
School officials in Hernando County say they will move forward with plans to hold traditional commencement ceremonies for graduating seniors.
101-year-old man beats COVID-19, celebrates birthday at Minneapolis VA
It was a rare, bright moment on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle on Tuesday. The medical staff at the VA in Minneapolis marked Sammy Nilva’s 101st birthday before sending him home with his symptoms no longer requiring hospitalization.
It was a rare, bright moment on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle on Tuesday. The medical staff at the VA in Minneapolis marked Sammy Nilva’s 101st birthday before sending him home with his symptoms no longer requiring hospitalization.
Coronavirus cases in Florida increase by 497 Thursday; 50 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 497 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 33,690.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 497 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 33,690.
About 50 bodies found in U-Haul trucks outside Brooklyn funeral home
The bodies were found inside trucks parked on Utica Avenue in the Flatlands section on Wednesday afternoon.
The bodies were found inside trucks parked on Utica Avenue in the Flatlands section on Wednesday afternoon.
Tyson doubling bonuses, increases healthcare benefits for frontline workers
The 'Thank You Bonuses' total $120 million for the company's 116,000 U.S. frontline workers and truckers, up from the $60 million announced in early April.
The 'Thank You Bonuses' total $120 million for the company's 116,000 U.S. frontline workers and truckers, up from the $60 million announced in early April.
Frequently asked questions about phase one of the plan to reopen Florida
After Gov. Ron DeSantis outlined the initial part of his plan to reopen Florida from the coronavirus lockdowns, many people still had questions about what is allowed and what businesses can be open.
After Gov. Ron DeSantis outlined the initial part of his plan to reopen Florida from the coronavirus lockdowns, many people still had questions about what is allowed and what businesses can be open.
Community pools, playgrounds in Pinellas County reopen with social distancing required
Thursday, commissioners will once again meet -- one day after Governor Ron Desantis announced he will begin lifting parts of his stay-at-home order. Beginning Monday, May 4, phase one of his reopening Florida plan will begin.
Thursday, commissioners will once again meet -- one day after Governor Ron Desantis announced he will begin lifting parts of his stay-at-home order. Beginning Monday, May 4, phase one of his reopening Florida plan will begin.
Pinellas County commissioners vote to reopen beaches on Monday
The county commission voted Tuesday to ease beach restrictions, but no large gatherings. The ordinance also reopens community swimming pools.
The county commission voted Tuesday to ease beach restrictions, but no large gatherings. The ordinance also reopens community swimming pools.
Thousands may join class-action lawsuit over state's failed unemployment website
A group of Floridians is suing the state after weeks of struggles and frustration navigating the unemployment system, its crashing website, and its overwhelmed call center. Many laid off due to COVID-19 have been left for almost two months without a single dollar.
A group of Floridians is suing the state after weeks of struggles and frustration navigating the unemployment system, its crashing website, and its overwhelmed call center. Many laid off due to COVID-19 have been left for almost two months without a single dollar.
Publix is now selling their own masks
A month ago, Publix began allowing employees to wear masks. Over a week ago, they made it mandatory for workers.
A month ago, Publix began allowing employees to wear masks. Over a week ago, they made it mandatory for workers.
Hillsborough County offering in-home COVID-19 testing for those who cannot go to a test site
A new service will allow Hillsborough County residents to take a coronavirus test -- all at home.
A new service will allow Hillsborough County residents to take a coronavirus test -- all at home.
Rep. Matt Gaetz unveils legislation to deport all illegal immigrants during a pandemic
Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., unveiled legislation Tuesday that would force the government to deport all illegal immigrants held in the U.S. when a national emergency is declared because of a communicable disease -- the latest call for tougher border and immigration restrictions amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., unveiled legislation Tuesday that would force the government to deport all illegal immigrants held in the U.S. when a national emergency is declared because of a communicable disease -- the latest call for tougher border and immigration restrictions amid the coronavirus pandemic.