Damar Hamlin's collapse spurs new wave of COVID vaccine misinformation
Unfounded claims about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines proliferated in the hours and days after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed during Monday's game.
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Will updated boosters outperform original shots? White House still hopeful
Recent small studies, not yet peer-reviewed, suggested the new boosters may not be significantly better than the original vaccine formula.
China starts using a COVID-19 vaccine inhaled through the mouth
Needle-free vaccines may persuade people who don't like shots to get vaccinated and help expand vaccination in poor countries because they're easier to administer.
Why CDC advisers voted to add COVID vaccines to routine immunizations
The agency says the move is only intended to "streamline clinical guidance" for doctors.
Will COVID spike again this fall? 6 tips to help you stay safe
Here's what you should know about COVID-19 and updated boosters to prepare for a possible fall or winter surge.
How much better are updated COVID boosters?
New findings are the first released from human clinical trials examining the bivalent booster shots that have been rolled out across the country.
India and China first to authorize inhaled COVID vaccines
Regulators in China cleared an aerosol version of an existing shot to use as a booster, while India is forging ahead with a nasal spray for the unvaccinated.
Should you get one of the new COVID boosters that targets Omicron?
The new shots are rolling out to pharmacies and other vaccination sites around the country.
United Airlines Plans To Fire 593 Employees Who Did Not Get COVID-19 Vaccination By Deadline
Plans to Fire 593 employees who did not get COVID-19 vaccination by deadline.
Can An Employer Mandate A COVID Vaccine?
Can An Employer Mandate A COVID Vaccine?
LA Sends Emergency Alert To Cell Phones Urging Residents To Get Vaccinate
A citywide emergency alert was sent to cell phones in Los Angeles Monday to remind people to get a free COVID-19 vaccine.
Manatee Co Bypasses Statewide Vaccination Registration System For Flexibility
COVID-19 Vaccination guidelines for the state of Florida have changed this week, making more Floridians eligible. But while the standby pool has expanded, some counties are deciding to stick with their own way of making appointments.
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House passes debt limit deal as lawmakers race to avert default
The House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to pass a bill to suspend the nation's debt limit through January 1, 2025, as lawmakers race to prevent a catastrophic default.
The Coast Guard is searching for a man who went overboard from a Carnival cruise ship nearly 200 miles off the coast of Florida
Coast Guard crews are searching for a 35-year-old man who went overboard from a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean on Monday, officials said.
Police found an unknown body in a trunk on Halloween 53 years ago. Thanks to DNA testing, the 'trunk lady' now has a name
After police found a body in a black steamer trunk in a wooded area in Florida 53 years ago, the mystery of the "trunk lady" became a cold case that captured the attention of the public for decades. Using DNA evidence, police have now identified the victim as Sylvia June Atherton, a mother of five, from Tucson, Arizona.
FBI director speaks with congressional Republicans about Biden document dispute
FBI Director Christopher Wray on Wednesday offered to let House Oversight Chair James Comer view an internal law enforcement document at FBI headquarters that Republicans believe will shed light on an allegation that then-Vice President Joe Biden was involved in a criminal scheme with a foreign national, the chairman said in a statement.
Amazon to pay more than $30 million to settle FTC privacy complaints over Alexa and Ring
Amazon has agreed to pay more than $30 million to settle two federal lawsuits alleging that the tech giant violated users' privacy — including that of children — through its Alexa voice assistant and its Ring doorbell cameras.
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'Make sure that they're OK': Local veteran focuses on veteran mental health on Memorial Day
Our country's fallen soldiers were remembered across Tampa Bay Monday. Families in Bay area cities honored the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Active duty airman and local war veteran share message on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day weekend, local war veterans are on a mission to help their fellow active duty and retired military brothers and sisters.
High levels of congestion expected across Tampa Bay roads amid holiday weekend
Nearly 2.4 million Floridians are expected to embark on journeys of at least 50 miles according to AAA.
Tampa students recall Ed Sheeran walking into their band recital Friday
Hillsborough County students say they are still star struck after multi-platinum music artist Ed Sheeran showed up to their classroom Friday.
Before launching presidential campaign, DeSantis signs bill allowing him to run without resigning
In 2007, the Republican-controlled Legislature changed the law to prevent problems for then-Gov. Charlie Crist, who was being considered as a possible running mate for Republican John McCain in 2008.
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Atlanta police release body cam footage from Midtown hospital shooting
Newly released body cam footage from the mass shooting in Midtown shows Atlanta police searching for the suspect, Deion Patterson, 24.
Prosecutors to drop charges against officers involved in Rayshard Brooks shooting
Prosecutors investigating whether to pursue charges against the Atlanta police officers involved in the June 2020 shooting death of Rayshard Brooks said they plan to have the charges dismissed.
Atlanta Police takes female suspect into custody in deadly Midtown shootings
Atlanta Police said a female suspect has been taken into custody following shootings that left two persons dead and another hurt.
Federal appeals court delays Sen. Lindsey Graham's testimony in Georgia election probe
A federal appeals court agreed to temporarily put on hold a lower court's order requiring that Sen. Lindsey Graham testify before a special grand jury.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp moves to quash subpoena in Fulton County election probe
Kemp's attorneys alleged that the subpoena could "influence the November 2022 election cycle," and called its timing "suspect."
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FDA proposes revamping medication guides that come with prescriptions
The proposed rule would require the prescriptions you get to come with a new kind of single-page medication guide with an easy-to-use set of directions and easy-to-understand safety information.
Active duty airman and local war veteran share message on Memorial Day
This Memorial Day weekend, local war veterans are on a mission to help their fellow active duty and retired military brothers and sisters.
Local college launches program to help first responders facing mental health setbacks
During Mental Health Awareness month, local law enforcement officers are working alongside education officials to help support each other.
Hernando County teacher under investigation for showing Disney movie with gay character responds
Hernando County teacher Jenna Barbee says her career is on the line after she showed her fifth-grade class a Disney movie that had a gay character in it.
New Palmetto parents talk 'kangaroo care' amid twins early birthday
Monday is Kangaroo Care Awareness Day. It was especially meaningful for a set of Palmetto parents who just gave birth to premature twins.
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House passes debt limit deal as lawmakers race to avert default
The House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to pass a bill to suspend the nation's debt limit through January 1, 2025, as lawmakers race to prevent a catastrophic default.
FBI director speaks with congressional Republicans about Biden document dispute
FBI Director Christopher Wray on Wednesday offered to let House Oversight Chair James Comer view an internal law enforcement document at FBI headquarters that Republicans believe will shed light on an allegation that then-Vice President Joe Biden was involved in a criminal scheme with a foreign national, the chairman said in a statement.
Christie to announce 2024 bid next Tuesday in New Hampshire
Christie, who also ran in 2016 and has been outspoken against Republican front-runner Donald Trump, will make the announcement at a town hall at Saint Anselm College.
Tim Scott once described own police reform bill as a 'defund' bill – before attacking Democrats
Republican presidential candidate Sen. Tim Scott once said his 2020 police reform bill would "defund" local police departments from federal grants.
CNN to host Republican town hall with former Vice President Mike Pence June 7
The town hall will be moderated by CNN's Dana Bash on Wednesday, June 7, at 9 p.m. ET from Grand View University in Des Moines.
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Owner of partially collapsed Iowa apartment building where 5 residents remain unaccounted for faces $300 building safety fine
Officials in Davenport, Iowa, say they're carefully assessing whether rescuers can further search a partially collapsed apartment building – which they say can topple at any moment – for missing residents before they order the structure demolished.
Virginia's governor joins other GOP state leaders sending National Guard troops to US-Mexico border
Virginia's Glenn Youngkin is sending National Guard soldiers and support personnel at the request of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
Car sails over tow truck 'Dukes of Hazzard' style in spectacular highway crash
Video from an officer's body cam captured a cinematic scene on a Georgia highway, where stunned motorists watched a car collide with a tow truck and careen 120 feet through the air.
Dollar General workers protesting for safer conditions; 49 people killed at stores since 2014
Workers and their allies are rallying Wednesday outside Dollar General's headquarters in Tennessee, ahead of the company's annual shareholder meeting to protest conditions.
One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part Two
Edwin Moses caught many by surprise with his rise to track-and-field stardom.
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Zelensky makes dramatic Japan appearance as G7 leaders take aim at Russia and China
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky joined leaders of major democracies on Saturday at a summit in Japan dominated by a push to present a unified front against both Russia and China.
Argentina raises interest rate to 97% as it struggles to tackle inflation
The Central Bank of Argentina raised its key interest rate Monday by six percentage points to 97% in an effort to tackle soaring inflation that has reached 30-year highs.
End of Title 42 immigration policy brought fewer migrants than expected, but communities are still on high alert
The expiration of a Covid-related border restriction policy known as Title 42 has so far brought fewer migrant arrivals than expected, but southern border communities still worry about overcrowded migrant processing and detention facilities.
Texas mall massacre gunman identified as witnesses describe horror of the shooting spree that killed 8 people
The man who opened fire Saturday at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas, killing eight people and wounding at least seven others was identified as 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia, the Texas Department of Public Safety said Sunday.
3 soldiers dead, 1 injured after Army Apache helicopters collide midair while returning from a training flight in Alaska
Three soldiers were killed and another was injured when two AH-64 Apache helicopters collided Thursday as they were flying back from a military training flight near Healy, Alaska, US Army officials said.
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One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part Two
Edwin Moses caught many by surprise with his rise to track-and-field stardom.
One-on-One with Edwin Moses, Part One
Atlanta Now's Sam Crenshaw recently sat down with Moses to discuss the path he took throughout his storied life.
Michael Jordan described as 'horrible player' and 'horrible to play with' by ex-teammate Scottie Pippen
Speaking on his former Bulls teammate Stacey King's podcast 'Gimme the Hot Sauce' on Friday, Pippen described Jordan as a "horrible player."
10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony announces his retirement
Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen, has announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 38.
Brittney Griner embraces Vice President Kamala Harris as basketball star marks return to WNBA
Vice President Kamala Harris was among those celebrating the return of Brittney Griner to the WNBA on Friday, five months after the Phoenix Mercury star was released from a Russian penal colony.
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Amazon corporate workers stage walkout, citing 'lack of trust' in leadership
Amazon corporate workers staged a walkout on Wednesday to signal a "lack of trust" in the company's leadership, in what is perhaps the most visible sign of dissent among the e-commerce giant's office workers in recent memory.
Raven-Symoné asked everyone she dated to sign an NDA
Not even Raven-Symoné's now wife avoided a non-disclosure agreement in order to be involved with the star.
Kylie Minogue returns to the charts with 'Padam Padam'
"Tension," has debuted at No. 26 on Friday's Singles Chart. It is currently tracking even higher at No. 18.
Bruce Springsteen suffers fall on stage during Amsterdam concert
The audience applauded as The Boss got to his feet and he joked, "Goodnight everybody!"
Al Pacino, 83, is set to become a father again
Hollywood actor Al Pacino is set to become a father again at the age of 83, with his 29-year old partner Noor Alfallah.
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Peloton is recalling 2 million bikes because seats could break in the middle of a ride
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the seat posts of the bike models involved could break, injuring the riders.
FDA considers first ever over-the-counter birth control pill
The FDA is concerned about the effectiveness of the pill in overweight women and if individuals would follow the instructions properly.
New York becomes first state to ban natural gas stoves, furnaces in most new buildings
The law requires all-electric heating and cooking in new buildings shorter than seven stories by 2026, and for taller buildings by 2029.
Kroger and its subsidiaries will end weekly grocery specials in newspapers
The ads for Kroger stores and subsidiaries, including Ralphs, Fred Meyer, and King Soopers, will shift online. Printed copies will be available in stores, the company said.
CDC identifies Gold Medal flour as source of salmonella outbreak
Investigators have identified Gold Medal flour as the source of a salmonella outbreak that has infected at least 13 people in 12 states, the CDC said on Monday.
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Money Matters 5/31: June Deals
Maribel Aber talks about June deals and sales in Money Matters report. (CNN)
Plastic pollution: leaders from nearly 200 nations team to curb the global threat
Paris is hosting treaty talks with nearly 200 nations on a mission to end global plastic pollution. In attendance this week are world leaders and industry experts with intentions to limit plastics production, especially those made with hazardous chemicals.
City of Tampa wraps street project in Ybor to improve pedestrian safety
“The speeds on this road were really excessive as indicated by the number of accidents we’ve had over the last five years and some of them have been very serious” said the neighborhood association president.
'Make sure that they're OK': Local veteran focuses on veteran mental health on Memorial Day
Our country's fallen soldiers were remembered across Tampa Bay Monday. Families in Bay area cities honored the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
ShowBiz Minute 5/31: Jam Master Jay, 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,' Ming-Na Wen
A third man has been charged in the 2002 death of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay, who was shot in the head in his studio in October 2002. (AP)
