Hospital staff celebrate 98-year-old woman's 'triumphant win' over COVID-19

Pennsylvania hospital staff celebrated a 98-year-old patient’s “triumphant win” after she recovered from the new coronavirus, COVID-19.

Unemployment checks are in the mail for 4% of 800,000 jobless Floridians, DeSantis says

Payments have been made to roughly 4% of the more than 800,000 people who have filed jobless claims since the novel coronavirus started closing businesses across the state.

IRS glitch sends taxpayers’ stimulus checks to tax prep companies instead

If you use a tax prep service and can't quite track your stimulus payment, your direct deposit information may be the reason for the delay.

Players, coaches ready to get back in the game -- once it's safe

In a Snapchat interview, Dr. Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease expert, says the only way sports will return is without fans in the stands and players quarantined in hotels. 

Hillsborough County decides against mandatory face masks

Wearing face masks while in public could become a requirement in Hillsborough County as leaders  The county's Emergency Policy Group will discuss the idea of implementing a mandatory mask order during a Thursday meeting. If approved, it would likely take effect immediately.

USF, TGH researchers study possible COVID-19 treatments

Researchers at the University of South Florida and Tampa General Hospital are focusing on several areas that could help lead to breakthroughs in the COVID-19 battle. 

Marine sings stirring rendition of 'Amazing Grace'

"The President's Own" United States Marine Band posted a video on Easter of Master Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Bennear singing what he called "the most famous spiritual ever written."

Doctors advise making healthcare wishes known now in case of COVID-19 hospitalization

A living will, do not resuscitate orders and other legal documents let family and healthcare workers know what you want to do in the event you are hospitalized and can't speak.

Florida coronavirus cases continue flattening; 821 added Thursday

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 821 since Wednesday evening as the virus spreads and as more people get tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 23,340.

Attorney threatens lawsuit, demands end of Hillsborough curfew

FOX 13 news obtained a summary of the 53-page motion. Tampa attorney Patrick Leduc is asking the court for temporary restraining order on the curfew order. He argues, “Our constitutional rights and civil liberties are being violated.”

Marine's powerful rendition of 'Amazing Grace'
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A vocalist in the U.S. Marine Corps band is getting tons of love for his amazing rendition of Amazing Grace. It made us think about all of the first responders and hardworking people during this crisis, so we wanted to take a moment and share Master Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Bennear?s touching performance with you.

Three days later, Hillsborough EPG votes to rescind county's curfew

The Hillsborough Emergency Policy Group has unanimously voted to rescind the county's overnight curfew, but leaving the around-the-clock safer-at-home order in place. They also rejected a motion to make face-coverings mandatory in public.

Layoffs and pay cuts are now striking more white collar jobs

The record-setting flood of layoffs unleashed by the viral outbreak is extending beyond the services industries that bore the initial brunt and are still suffering most.

Pinellas County faces first COVID-19-related lawsuit after car wash sues over 'essential' service conflict

A St. Petersburg car wash business has filed a lawsuit against Pinellas County. It was one of many car washes forced to close in Pinellas County based on the leaders' interpretation of the statewide stay-at-home order.

Pinellas leaders won't reopen beaches and condo pools for exercise, for now

County officials in Pinellas County are not seeing a steady decline in the number of COVID-19 cases, and therefore say it is too early to ease restrictions on beach and public pool access.