Gov. Abbott issues statewide face covering requirement for Texans

"Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with few exceptions."

Florida Surgeon General warns residents against Fourth of July parties

To assist in this, Airbnb said that they will not allow for hosts to authorize parties and events in regions where current public health mandates prohibit events and gatherings.

Disney College Program remains suspended amid coronavirus pandemic

The popular Disney College Program remains suspended until further notice, the company announced to its prospective participants on Thursday.

Weekly unemployment claims dip in Florida

Since March 15, when the coronavirus began hammering the state, nearly 2.79 million jobless applications have been filed, with about 2.6 million considered “unique."

Alabama students throwing dangerous 'COVID parties,' Tuscaloosa city councilor warns

College students in Alabama who contracted the coronavirus have been attending COVID-19 parties over the past few weeks as part of a game to intentionally infect others, according to a city council member.

Texas couple married 53 years dies minutes apart while holding hands

An elderly couple in Texas reportedly died last week only 50 minutes apart from one other, while holding hands at a Fort Worth hospital, as each of them succumbed to complications from the novel coronavirus.

President Trump supports new round of direct coronavirus payments

President Trump also said he wants payments larger than the $1,200 the government sent to most individuals earlier this year.

16 TSA officers test positive for COVID-19 at Orlando International Airport, officials confirm

With coronavirus still spreading in Central Florida, the Orlando International Airport said that all TSA officers will continue to wear masks and gloves at all times when interacting with the public.

Closing bars to stop coronavirus spread is backed by science

Authorities are closing honky tonks, bars and other drinking establishments in some parts of the U.S. to stem the surge of COVID-19 infections.

Trump plans huge July 4 fireworks show despite DC’s concerns

July Fourth comes as Americans are dealing with surging cases of COVID-19 and confusion over best practices in public, especially on masks.

PPE-filled vending machines installed at Orlando International Airport for travelers

Orlando International Airport is making it easier for the public to limit exposure to COVID-19. Vending machines that carry essential sanitary supplies for travelers to purchase have been installed at select locations.

Report: 30 Orlando-area Publix stores have had workers test positive for coronavirus

The Orlando Sentinel reported on Wednesday that Publix informed them that another 20 of its Central Florida stores have had a worker test positive for coronavirus.