Re-Open Florida Task Force launches public comment submission portal
On Saturday, the Re-Open Florida Task Force launched a public comment submission portal open to all Floridians saying public feedback will be a critical component of the Task Force’s final report to Governor Ron DeSantis.
On Saturday, the Re-Open Florida Task Force launched a public comment submission portal open to all Floridians saying public feedback will be a critical component of the Task Force’s final report to Governor Ron DeSantis.
FDA warns of heart risks with Trump-promoted malaria drug
The warning comes as doctors at a New York hospital published a report that heart rhythm abnormalities developed in most of 84 coronavirus patients treated with hydroxychloroquine and the antibiotic azithromycin, a combo Trump has promoted.
The warning comes as doctors at a New York hospital published a report that heart rhythm abnormalities developed in most of 84 coronavirus patients treated with hydroxychloroquine and the antibiotic azithromycin, a combo Trump has promoted.
'No evidence' that recovered COVID-19 patients cannot be reinfected: W.H.O.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says that there was currently “no evidence” that people who have recovered from COVID-19 and have antibodies are protected from a second coronavirus infection.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says that there was currently “no evidence” that people who have recovered from COVID-19 and have antibodies are protected from a second coronavirus infection.
Food truck convoy helps feed hundreds of Bay Area residents a week
'The Food Convoy' is made up of nine traveling kitchens that feed 500-600 people in need per week.
'The Food Convoy' is made up of nine traveling kitchens that feed 500-600 people in need per week.
Disney touts 'giving spirit' as 100,000 workers go unpaid
Walt Disney World Resort sent out an email highlighting the company’s “giving spirit” this week even as 100,000 of its employees are going unpaid and the company holds potentially $1.5 billion for dividends to shareholders and executives, DailyMail.com reported.
Walt Disney World Resort sent out an email highlighting the company’s “giving spirit” this week even as 100,000 of its employees are going unpaid and the company holds potentially $1.5 billion for dividends to shareholders and executives, DailyMail.com reported.
South Florida shop makes face masks from alligator, python, iguana skins
A South Florida man is making stylish face masks that could help the environment. Brian Wood says pythons are invasive species that he hunts and turns into masks.
A South Florida man is making stylish face masks that could help the environment. Brian Wood says pythons are invasive species that he hunts and turns into masks.
Coronavirus schooling: Military cadet in rural Pennsylvania finishing college classes inside tent
Cadet William Taylor was home in Pennsylvania for spring break when the coronavirus pandemic hit, closing down schools across the country and forcing millions of American students to take classes online.
Cadet William Taylor was home in Pennsylvania for spring break when the coronavirus pandemic hit, closing down schools across the country and forcing millions of American students to take classes online.
Animal sanctuary in need of donations after losing main revenue source
Like many small businesses, Noah's Ark Farm Sanctuary and Noah's Ark on Wheels has been negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic shutdowns.
Like many small businesses, Noah's Ark Farm Sanctuary and Noah's Ark on Wheels has been negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic shutdowns.
Coronavirus cases in Florida rise more than 300 overnight; total cases reach 30,839
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 306 overnight as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 30,839.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 306 overnight as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 30,839.
Pandemic's impact on hotels, tourism could be worse than Great Depression, experts say
The COVID-19 pandemic flipped a profitable start to 2020 on its head for the hotel industry.
The COVID-19 pandemic flipped a profitable start to 2020 on its head for the hotel industry.
National Guard called to help Pinellas County long-term care campus test for COVID-19
The National Guard arrived in Pinellas County Friday to do on-the-spot testing for COVID-19 after dozens of residents and staff at three long-term care facilities contracted the disease.
The National Guard arrived in Pinellas County Friday to do on-the-spot testing for COVID-19 after dozens of residents and staff at three long-term care facilities contracted the disease.
Nurse asks: ‘Is the hair appointment so you can look good while you’re in the casket?’
A Texas nurse has a stark warning for people considering visiting reopened businesses as states like Georgia and Oklahoma begin to ease social distancing guidelines despite warnings from health experts.
A Texas nurse has a stark warning for people considering visiting reopened businesses as states like Georgia and Oklahoma begin to ease social distancing guidelines despite warnings from health experts.
98-year-old WWII veteran beats COVID-19, receives ovation from hospital staff
A 98-year-old World War II veteran left a hospital in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England, on April 22, to applause from staff after beating COVID-19.
A 98-year-old World War II veteran left a hospital in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England, on April 22, to applause from staff after beating COVID-19.
No, don't inject disinfectant: Outcry over Trump's musing
The maker of Lysol and another disinfectant says its products should not be used as an internal treatment for the coronavirus.
The maker of Lysol and another disinfectant says its products should not be used as an internal treatment for the coronavirus.
Florida Keys won't reopen to tourists in May
Leaders down in the Florida Keys announced Friday they will continue to remain closed to visitors through the month of May.
Leaders down in the Florida Keys announced Friday they will continue to remain closed to visitors through the month of May.
Lab technician gives glimpse into COVID-19 test-kit processing lab
Next to the doctors and other healthcare workers saving lives daily are the BayCare medical technologists. BayCare labs are now processing all of their drive-through COVID-19 tests and they pulled back the curtain, giving FOX 13 a rare look inside their laboratories.
Next to the doctors and other healthcare workers saving lives daily are the BayCare medical technologists. BayCare labs are now processing all of their drive-through COVID-19 tests and they pulled back the curtain, giving FOX 13 a rare look inside their laboratories.
Coronavirus deaths in Florida top 1,000; total cases reach 30,000
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 885 in the last 24 hours as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 30,533.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 885 in the last 24 hours as the virus spreads and as more people are tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 30,533.
Clearwater sign shop making ready-to-install dividers to keep retail workers, customers safe
Many small businesses are adapting during these tough economic times, trying to keep the doors open and paychecks moving.
Many small businesses are adapting during these tough economic times, trying to keep the doors open and paychecks moving.
Top Florida regulator calls for 'surgical' reopening
Shop owners in rural counties without large reported outbreaks of COVID-19 are ready to reopen under new sanitation and physical distancing guidelines, the state’s top business regulator said Friday.
Shop owners in rural counties without large reported outbreaks of COVID-19 are ready to reopen under new sanitation and physical distancing guidelines, the state’s top business regulator said Friday.
Pinellas County leaders look to governor to set tone for reopening
Leaders in Pinellas County are trying to plan on how to safely reopen whenever Governor Ron DeSantis gives the order.
Leaders in Pinellas County are trying to plan on how to safely reopen whenever Governor Ron DeSantis gives the order.