Florida's COVID-19 cases near 19,000 after a 1,018 increase Saturday; 446 deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state has risen by 1,018 since Friday evening's update as the virus spreads and as more people get tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 18,986.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state has risen by 1,018 since Friday evening's update as the virus spreads and as more people get tested across the state. The total number of cases in Florida is now 18,986.
Call volume to crisis centers increases as coronavirus pandemic continues
Calls to crisis centers have risen drastically during the COVID-19 pandemic as more people are struggling to cope with the uncertainty surrounding the changes to everyday life.
Calls to crisis centers have risen drastically during the COVID-19 pandemic as more people are struggling to cope with the uncertainty surrounding the changes to everyday life.
National Guard members spot check for virus at Florida nursing homes
Members of the Florida National Guard have started on-the-spot testing of residents at nursing homes for the new coronavirus as long-term care facilities in the state have reported scores of cases, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Saturday.
Members of the Florida National Guard have started on-the-spot testing of residents at nursing homes for the new coronavirus as long-term care facilities in the state have reported scores of cases, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Saturday.
Florida 'SNAP' recipients should be able to shop online by end of April
Florida recipients of the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) are expected to be able to purchase items online through current SNAP retailers, which includes Amazon and Walmart, later this month.
Florida recipients of the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) are expected to be able to purchase items online through current SNAP retailers, which includes Amazon and Walmart, later this month.
Interstate 4 construction work sped up due to COVID-19 traffic lull
Sections of the massive Interstate 4 “Ultimate” project in Central Florida will see accelerated work as the state takes advantage of a coronavirus-created reduction in traffic.
Sections of the massive Interstate 4 “Ultimate” project in Central Florida will see accelerated work as the state takes advantage of a coronavirus-created reduction in traffic.
More Disney workers reach deals on COVID-19 furloughs
Two more unions have reached agreements with Walt Disney World over furloughs caused by the theme park resort's closure during the
Two more unions have reached agreements with Walt Disney World over furloughs caused by the theme park resort's closure during the
Nurse makes Easter baskets for dozens of special needs children in Tampa Bay area
Approximately 80 children will wake up to Easter baskets Sunday morning thanks to a Tampa Bay area volunteer.
Approximately 80 children will wake up to Easter baskets Sunday morning thanks to a Tampa Bay area volunteer.
Coronavirus texts lead to Florida man's murder arrest in wife's disappearance
Texts saying the coronavirus sickened a missing Florida woman led police to charge her estranged husband with murder, according to reports.
Texts saying the coronavirus sickened a missing Florida woman led police to charge her estranged husband with murder, according to reports.
'Act of true kindness': Florida FedEx driver sanitizes package for young girl with autoimmune disease
A FedEx worker in Boca Raton, Florida, went the extra mile for an autoimmune compromised girl on April 6, sanitizing a package before delivering it to her house.
A FedEx worker in Boca Raton, Florida, went the extra mile for an autoimmune compromised girl on April 6, sanitizing a package before delivering it to her house.
Story of St. Pete Walmart employee's generosity spreads kindness online
An act of kindness at a St. Petersburg Walmart is spreading around social media at time when we could all use something to smile about.
An act of kindness at a St. Petersburg Walmart is spreading around social media at time when we could all use something to smile about.
Brandon woman, herself in quarantine, tells dying husband 'goodbye' over the phone
Dennis and Frances Bello were married for 30 years before he contracted COVID-19. Frances was forced to quarantine when her husband was hospitalized. A nurse held the phone to his ear so Frances could tell him 'goodbye,' but no one could be there to comfort her for fear of spreading infection.
Dennis and Frances Bello were married for 30 years before he contracted COVID-19. Frances was forced to quarantine when her husband was hospitalized. A nurse held the phone to his ear so Frances could tell him 'goodbye,' but no one could be there to comfort her for fear of spreading infection.
U.S. launches web portal to help Social Security recipients with kids get stimulus checks
The Treasury Department has created an online web tool to help make sure those receiving Social Security benefits, who didn't file a tax return recently, can get stimulus checks.
The Treasury Department has created an online web tool to help make sure those receiving Social Security benefits, who didn't file a tax return recently, can get stimulus checks.
Churches, charities change Easter celebrations amid coronavirus pandemic
Churches across the country are preparing for an Easter unlike any other with many houses of worship preparing to stream virtual services online Easter Sunday.
Churches across the country are preparing for an Easter unlike any other with many houses of worship preparing to stream virtual services online Easter Sunday.
Manatee County reopens ramps after boater complaints
Manatee County will reopen public boat ramps after boaters complained they needed outdoor activities during closures and social distancing measures due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Manatee County will reopen public boat ramps after boaters complained they needed outdoor activities during closures and social distancing measures due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Small businesses desperate faster processing of Paycheck Protection Program loans
The federal government has promised funds for small businesses to make their payrolls, in an effort to keep people employed amid mass closures due to the novel coronavirus. But when you own a business -- or you rely on that paycheck to make rent -- it feels like the wheels of government have all but stopped.
The federal government has promised funds for small businesses to make their payrolls, in an effort to keep people employed amid mass closures due to the novel coronavirus. But when you own a business -- or you rely on that paycheck to make rent -- it feels like the wheels of government have all but stopped.
Send a card to isolated residents in an assisted living facility near you
Residents in assisted living facilities are especially lonely during the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Residents in assisted living facilities are especially lonely during the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Many Easter baskets filled with sanitizers and toilet paper this year, while egg hunts go virtual
Everyone is getting a little extra clever and thinking outside the egg this spring holiday season.
Everyone is getting a little extra clever and thinking outside the egg this spring holiday season.
Honey Baked Ham takes extra precautions so customers can still make Easter special
Easter will be a different kind of celebration for most families this year, but dinners may still be traditional. Honey Baked Ham is still operating and said it has not seen a loss of business. Workers expect the rush to start Friday.
Easter will be a different kind of celebration for most families this year, but dinners may still be traditional. Honey Baked Ham is still operating and said it has not seen a loss of business. Workers expect the rush to start Friday.
Companies create unique ways to make money during coronavirus pandemic
It is touch-and-go for many businesses because COVID-19 has put a real dent in their income. That’s why many are coming up with creative ways to bring in quick cash to help keep them afloat.
It is touch-and-go for many businesses because COVID-19 has put a real dent in their income. That’s why many are coming up with creative ways to bring in quick cash to help keep them afloat.
Tampa man's motorcycle stolen while he volunteered making PPE for hospitals
When he’s not working his full-time job, Michael Guinn has spent every waking hour inside a Seminole Heights community church, 3-D printing face shields to donate to our hospitals.
When he’s not working his full-time job, Michael Guinn has spent every waking hour inside a Seminole Heights community church, 3-D printing face shields to donate to our hospitals.