Florida's cases of COVID-19 top 200,000 after increasing more than 10,000 in Sunday's report; 3,731 dead
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 10,059 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 200,111.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 10,059 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 200,111.
Multiple arrests made after protest shuts down busy intersection
Seven people were arrested by Tampa police after they refused to stop protesting in the middle of a busy highway Saturday afternoon.
Seven people were arrested by Tampa police after they refused to stop protesting in the middle of a busy highway Saturday afternoon.
More than 11,000 new Florida COVID-19 cases Saturday in latest record; 18 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 11,458 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 190,052.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 11,458 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 190,052.
Founding Father's Fireworks got its start in Tampa
With very few big public fireworks displays in the Tampa Bay area this Fourth of July, a lot of people are buying their own.
With very few big public fireworks displays in the Tampa Bay area this Fourth of July, a lot of people are buying their own.
Independence Day fireworks may trigger flashbacks for those who fought for our freedom
Fourth of July is a time to celebrate our freedom, but for those who fought for it, Independence Day can be tough. The sound of fireworks can trigger flashbacks to combat for some veterans living with PTSD.
Fourth of July is a time to celebrate our freedom, but for those who fought for it, Independence Day can be tough. The sound of fireworks can trigger flashbacks to combat for some veterans living with PTSD.
Soundwaves become ‘lovewaves’ as Bay Area couple turns personal voice recordings into works of art
A Bay Area couple uses the soundwaves of personal messages customers send them and print them out as works of art.
A Bay Area couple uses the soundwaves of personal messages customers send them and print them out as works of art.
Bay Area business consultant defends millennials during COVID-19 spike
We saw the video of young people on beaches and in bars, blamed for spreading the virus. But is it wrong to accuse a generation? Aakash Patel says yes.
We saw the video of young people on beaches and in bars, blamed for spreading the virus. But is it wrong to accuse a generation? Aakash Patel says yes.
In Tampa, Pence praises Florida's 'innovative' coronavirus response efforts
As COVID-19 cases across Tampa Bay continue to rise in record jumps, the head of the White House Coronavirus Task Force made a visit to Tampa to praise the governor and his efforts to slow the virus.
As COVID-19 cases across Tampa Bay continue to rise in record jumps, the head of the White House Coronavirus Task Force made a visit to Tampa to praise the governor and his efforts to slow the virus.
Hillsborough County temporarily closes summer camp at Roy Haynes Park over COVID-19 concerns
Hillsborough County is temporarily suspending the summer camp program at Roy Haynes Park after two camp employees tested positive for COVID-19.
Hillsborough County is temporarily suspending the summer camp program at Roy Haynes Park after two camp employees tested positive for COVID-19.
Fourth of July fireworks sales boom amid pandemic
Many customers said this is not the Fourth of July celebration they are used to, but they will make the best of it.
Many customers said this is not the Fourth of July celebration they are used to, but they will make the best of it.
Hillsborough County deputies searching for missing woman
Hillsborough County deputies are searching for Ruth Morales, 64, was last seen on around 5 p.m. on July 1, 2020.
Hillsborough County deputies are searching for Ruth Morales, 64, was last seen on around 5 p.m. on July 1, 2020.
Allegations of sexual assaults prompt investigation at University of South Florida
Dozens of women have recently spoken out about a pervasive culture of sexual assault within the USF campus’ Greek community. The allegations come after one former student shared her story on her Twitter account last week.
Dozens of women have recently spoken out about a pervasive culture of sexual assault within the USF campus’ Greek community. The allegations come after one former student shared her story on her Twitter account last week.
USF mega pantry feeding 10,000 a week
A consistent line of cars, stacks of boxes, and groups of volunteers made for a lot of activity in the parking lot of the University of South Florida's Yuengling Center Wednesday afternoon.
A consistent line of cars, stacks of boxes, and groups of volunteers made for a lot of activity in the parking lot of the University of South Florida's Yuengling Center Wednesday afternoon.
Herd immunity without a COVID-19 vaccine not a goal we should want to achieve
Doctors say 75 to 90% of a population has to be immune before outbreaks aren't a big concern. With 4% of Floridians testing positive for COVID-19 antibodies, a widely-available vaccine is the only way to get there.
Doctors say 75 to 90% of a population has to be immune before outbreaks aren't a big concern. With 4% of Floridians testing positive for COVID-19 antibodies, a widely-available vaccine is the only way to get there.
Busch Gardens reopens safari tour of Serengeti Plain
Busch Gardens Tampa is reopening its Safari Across the Serengeti Plain attraction.
Busch Gardens Tampa is reopening its Safari Across the Serengeti Plain attraction.
'Alligator at front door! Seriously': 8-foot alligator missing limbs found outside Florida home
The gator was reportedly missing two limbs "probably as a result of getting in a fight with another alligator, but that did not stop him from getting around."
The gator was reportedly missing two limbs "probably as a result of getting in a fight with another alligator, but that did not stop him from getting around."
Unless symptoms are severe, stay out of emergency room for COVID-19 test, doctors urge
With COVID-19 testing demand increasing, some people are showing up to emergency rooms to get a test. But unless you have severe symptoms, Tampa Bay Area doctors say the ER is not a community testing site.
With COVID-19 testing demand increasing, some people are showing up to emergency rooms to get a test. But unless you have severe symptoms, Tampa Bay Area doctors say the ER is not a community testing site.
Vice President Pence to visit Tampa on Thursday
Vice President Mike Pence is scheduled to travel to make a brief stop in Tampa on Thursday, July 2.
Vice President Mike Pence is scheduled to travel to make a brief stop in Tampa on Thursday, July 2.
Community helps return Tampa family's wayward therapy dog
A Tampa family is overjoyed to be back with their dog, Sully.
A Tampa family is overjoyed to be back with their dog, Sully.
DeSantis pledges no shutdown, citing lower hospitalizations
The number of COVID-19 cases in Florida has doubled week over week, from 23,631 to 48,603, but Gov. DeSantis says he is not considering ordering any further closings.
The number of COVID-19 cases in Florida has doubled week over week, from 23,631 to 48,603, but Gov. DeSantis says he is not considering ordering any further closings.