Nail salons demand proof of COVID-19 infection

Saying they were as surprised as the rest of us, nail salon industry officials reacted to Gov. Newsom saying that the first COVID-19 community transmission in California happened in a nail salon.

NYC warns of mystery illness affecting children

Parents in New York are being asked to keep an eye out for symptoms in their children.

DeSantis vacation-rental ban challenged

Property owners and a vacation-rental management company have filed a federal lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, accusing him of violating their constitutional rights by shutting down vacation rentals during the public health crisis caused by COVID-19.

Tourism 'rebound' likely to take time

The rebound plan, which still must go before the Visit Florida Board of Directors, is considered “flexible” as the agency continues to survey tourism businesses across the state to better understand the impact of the crisis on the industry.

Next school year could be delayed, possibly starting after Labor Day

While there is less than a month left in the school year, some districts are considering distance learning over the summer and fall. The 2020-21 school year could also be delayed, starting after the Labor Day holiday.

Florida universities weigh options for fall semester

Universities are looking at several different scenarios, including holding some classes in person and others online, pushing back the first day of classes, expansive coronavirus testing, and more.

Kohl's to reopen majority of its stores, including ones in Florida

Stores will reopen in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, and Texas, as well as a majority of its stores in Florida and Tennessee.

Polar vortex, scorching heat on tap for Mother’s Day weekend

Absent for the entire winter, the polar vortex is blasting in with bitter Arctic cold across the eastern U.S. for Mother's Day weekend, and setting the stage for a possible historic May snowstorm in the Northeast.