New tax rule could help ease financial burder

The IRS is announcing the new tax season will open February 12. Usually, filing can begin in January, but the agency is still processing returns from last year. If you are getting ready to file next month, there is a new rule in place to help anybody who lost their last year of work.

State launches investigation into diverted COVID vaccine allegations

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday that the state is investigating allegations that an upscale West Palm Beach nursing home diverted scarce COVID-19 vaccinations meant for residents and staff to members of the facility’s board of directors and donors.

Pet parasite drug ivermectin touted as COVID-19 treatment

A drug used to treat parasites in animals has been touted as a possible COVID-19 treatment. It is available for human consumption but some scientists say you should take it under medical supervision. Others say results are inconclusive.