Don't Be A 'Covidiot': Social Distancing Rebels Shamed Online With Mixed Results
Most people appear to be following public health recommendations on social distancing to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, but not everyone is listening.
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Most people appear to be following public health recommendations on social distancing to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, but not everyone is listening.
President Donald Trump has approved a request made by Governor Ron DeSantis to declare that a major disaster exists in Florida.
The Florida Department of Health released updated numbers Wednesday about the coronavirus in the state.
Ohio spring breaker Brady Sluder, whose comments on the coronavirus went viral after he brushed off the health risks of the virus saying "if I get corona, I get corona," has issued an apology.
Miami Heat legend Alonzo Mourning, an NBA Hall of Fame player who founded the Overtown Youth Center, in partnership with DeliverLean, one of the nation's largest healthy meal delivery and food manufacturing companies, are making sure South Florida is fed.
The drive-through testing center is designated for testing of Miami-Dade County residents aged 65 or older with symptoms.
Instead of crowds lining up for carnival rides, there are construction crews at the Miami-Dade County fairgrounds.
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody said Tuesday she issued more than 40 subpoenas because of alleged price gouging on "essential commodities" through accounts on Amazon.
Prince Charles has tested positive for coronavirus, a palace spokesperson confirmed Wednesday.
Governor Ron DeSantis wants people age 65 and older and people with serious medical conditions to stay home for the next two weeks, as Florida continues to fight against the spread of the novel coronavirus.
There's some confusion Tuesday night surrounding a new order requiring hotels in Miami Beach to stay closed. That's because for some families a hotel room is their home.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has announced the city is implementing a "Shelter In Place" emergency order starting Tuesday night.
Miami-Dade County is cracking down on the number of people who can gather in public in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Tuesday, Mayor Carlos Gimenez signed an Executive Order which limits the number of people gathering in public buildings and on streets and sidewalks to no more than ten.
Jury trials throughout the state are being suspended in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is requesting that President Donald Trump declare a 'Major Disaster' in Florida, as the state responds to the coronavirus outbreak.
Armed with hand sanitizer and a grocery list, these cops went shopping for those who are most vulnerable during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office announced it will be implementing southbound stops into the Florida Keys.
The Florida Department of Health is now in charge of informing passengers on all airline flights that arrive from New York, New Jersey or Connecticut that they must self-isolate for two weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Broward Health has announced it will be temporarily suspending coronavirus testing at its Pompano Beach site.
In order to keep you up-to-date and informed, we are keeping track of the latest numbers and information you need to know at-a-glance as of 6:00 p.m. on March 24, 2020.
Restaurants in South Florida, and across the country, who have been hit hard by the coronavirus have teamed up to get Americans to eat out - well, get take out at least.
Jobless claims are spiking in Florida as many vital tourism and entertainment-related businesses have closed or limited services as the state struggles to combat the novel coronavirus.
A new coronavirus testing site is set to open Wednesday at Marlins Park in Miami.
The call for social distancing practices, which ended visitation at nursing homes, is creating a dilemma for those the meant to be safeguarded by the measure: seniors.
Broward commissioners held a special meeting on Tuesday to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and what impact it is having on the county.
A new generation of civil rights leaders is rallying against efforts to dismantle the Voting Rights Act.
The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
Researchers in Dublin discovered the oldest surviving English poem in a Roman library.
The only remaining roadblock: Miami Dade County Commission Chairman Anthony Rodriguez, who has so far refused to say when – or even if – he will allow the full commission to vote on it.
A new generation of civil rights leaders is rallying against efforts to dismantle the Voting Rights Act.
The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
The only remaining roadblock: Miami Dade County Commission Chairman Anthony Rodriguez, who has so far refused to say when – or even if – he will allow the full commission to vote on it.
A group of Miami residents, including historian Marvin Dunn, filed suit last week in federal court to block the transfer of land for the proposed library.
In courtroom testimony, Shandelle Maycock recounted the harrowing night her daughter was abandoned in the Everglades, describing the horrors they endured.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
A new generation of civil rights leaders is rallying against efforts to dismantle the Voting Rights Act.
The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
The only remaining roadblock: Miami Dade County Commission Chairman Anthony Rodriguez, who has so far refused to say when – or even if – he will allow the full commission to vote on it.
A group of Miami residents, including historian Marvin Dunn, filed suit last week in federal court to block the transfer of land for the proposed library.
CBS News Miami has confirmed from multiple sources that the Miami Dade State Attorney's office is investigating A3.
State Senator Rosalind Osgood is urging Wasserman Schultz not to run in Florida's 22nd Congressional district.
Several commissioners have raised questions about how the center would be funded in future years.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
A New York native is among 16 American passengers who are quarantining in Nebraska after being on the cruise ship that is at the center of the deadly hantavirus outbreak.
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
AARP is sounding the alarm because it is so easy to fall for these schemes, but there are simple things everyone can do to protect themselves.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
"The Devil Wears Prada 2" edges out "Mortal Kombat II" at the North American box office this weekend.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.