FLORIDA – ABC Action News is committed to providing Tampa Bay area residents all of the updates on the coronavirus, COVID-19, and the impact it's having on our way of life. To help you stay on top of it all, we've compiled all the updates for Saturday, May 23. For today's updates, visit www.abcactionnews.com/virus. Don't forget we are in this together!
5:32 PM
- Iraq’s Health Ministry is reporting the steepest single-day spike in confirmed coronavirus cases since the government began recording cases in late February.
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3:30 PM
- The former DOH employee who claims she was fired for objecting to manipulate COVID-19 case numbers issued a public statement with more details about her removal.
2:56 PM
- The University of Delaware says it is laying off more than 1,100 part-time employees, mostly students, in a move to cut costs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
1:42 PM
- A hairstylist served 84 clients over eight days while experiencing symptoms of coronavirus, Missouri health officials say.
12:27 PM
- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is scrapping his 10-person limit on group gatherings and allowing churches to open at 25% occupancy if certain safety guidelines are met.
11:32 AM
- Department of Health reports 50,127 positive COVID-19 cases in Florida. The death toll is over 2,230.
10:25 AM
- Hernando County receives approval from the State to reopen vacation rentals
8:41 AM
- The Vatican Museums will open up again on June 1 with all visitors wearing face masks and having their temperature checked before entry.
7:27 AM
- Beachside communities along England’s coast are urging people to stay away on the first holiday weekend since the easing of some coronavirus restrictions.
6:03 AM
- New cases in India top 6,000 for second straight day.
Important updates from Friday, May 22
- The NHL and the NHL Player Association reached an agreement Friday night to move forward on a plan to resume the season, starting with a 24-team playoff.
- Knicks legend Patrick Ewing says he has been hospitalized after testing positive for COVID-19
- Universal Orlando will welcome guests back Friday, June 5
- Trump, CDC reclassify places of worship as 'essential,' ordered churches be allowed to stay open
- Florida lifting all restrictions on youth activities, including athletics and summer camps
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Important updates from Thursday, May 21
- Florida DEO reports data security incident associated with Reemployment Assistance claims.
- AstraZeneca says it's ready to supply potential vaccine in September.
- Victoria's Secret to close 250 stores after pandemic causes plunge in sales numbers.
- Universal Orlando eyes June 5 reopening date to the public, report says.
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Important updates from Wednesday, May 20
- Disney Springs begins phased reopening today at 10 a.m.
- Tampa Bay Comic Con 2020 taking place in July with new safety measures.
- Coppertail Brewing Co. will open on Friday, May 22 at 11 a.m. with limited hours, occupancy and with strict safety guidelines.
- Rays to reopen Tropicana Field on Monday for optional player workouts.
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Important updates from Tuesday, May 19
- Canada, US extend border closure to non-essential travel'
- ZooTampa eyes May 29 reopening date.
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Important updates from Monday, May 18
- Florida enters "Full Phase 1" today. Click here for a breakdown of reopenings and changes.
- Seminole Hard Rock Tampa opening Thursday with new safety guidelines in place.
- Florida looking to reopen state university campuses in the fall.
- Tattoo and massage parlors, in addition to movie theaters in Pinellas County are all allowed to reopen with restrictions, Sheriff and county officials confirm.
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