2 Hawaii tourists arrested for using fake vaccine cards, officials say

Two tourists were recently arrested and charged for allegedly using fake COVID-19 vaccine cards to visit Hawaii, authorities said.

New Zealand to enter lockdown after single COVID-19 case found

New Zealand's government is taking drastic action by putting the entire nation into a strict lockdown after finding a single case of COVID-19. The city where the infected man lives and another city he had visited will go into full lockdown for 7 days, while the rest of the country will shut down for three days.

Vaccine boosters will be recommended for all U.S. residents

U.S. experts are expected to recommend COVID-19 vaccine boosters for all Americans, regardless of age, eight months after they received their second dose.

California pastor hands out COVID-19 vaccine exemption letters

A church in California is handing out exemption letters for people who do not want to take the coronavirus vaccine.

Record pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations reported amid delta surge

Data collected by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shows pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations have skyrocketed over the past week.

Deer Valley Unified parents concerned over lack of COVID-19 transparency

The Deer Valley Unified School District is pleading with parents to help them out when it comes to COVID-19 cases on their campuses, but parents say the lack of transparency makes helping difficult.

5,600 Hillsborough students quarantined due to COVID-19; emergency school board meeting this Wednesday

The Hillsborough County School Board says 5,599 students and 316 employees are being quarantined due to exposure to COVID-19 after just the first week of classes. Officials are calling an emergency meeting on Wednesday to discuss next steps, including a possible mask mandate for all students and staff.

Atlanta Falcons first NFL team to have 100% of players vaccinated

The Atlanta Falcons are the first NFL team to have all of its players vaccinated against COVID-19, the team announced Monday.

NIH scientists develop faster, less costly COVID-19 test

NIH scientists discovered a new COVID-19 test technique that may reduce test time and cost while increasing efficiency.

Judge sides with Phoenix Union, says school district is not violating state law by issuing mask mandate

A science teacher with the Phoenix Union High School District is suing the district in order to put a stop to its mask mandate. Meanwhile, more school districts are implementing mask requirements amid a delta variant-fuelled COVID-19 surge

27-year-old Fort Lauderdale police officer dies of COVID-19

27-year-old Fort Lauderdale Police Officer Jennifer Sepot died on Saturday due to complications from COVID-19. She leaves behind her husband, who is also a police officer, and their 2-year-old daughter.

Midlothian boy born with rare condition gets a special escort on his first day of kindergarten

It was a very special first day of school for a Midlothian kindergartener who looks a little different. Last week, his mom made a plea for kindness that has sparked an outpouring of support.

Arizona: More than 3,000 new COVID-19 cases, 3rd day in row

Before Friday, Arizona last reported more than 3,000 additional COVID-19 infections six months ago on Feb. 9.

Philadelphia announces new indoor, outdoor mask mandates: What you need to know

Philadelphia has announced a series of new coronavirus restrictions, including mask mandates in some indoor and outdoor settings. City officials will also soon be required to get vaccinated or double mask while at work.