10 Cases of COVID-19 Now Reported in Travis County, and the Rest of the Day's Developments

We round up the latest closures, take-out options, and more

"...It’s been another fast-moving day of developments in the COVID-19 pandemic...."

March 16, 2020 News Post by the News Staff

Austin Area Cancellations and Other COVID-19 Updates

Gov. Abbott declares statewide public health disaster

"...The city identified its first two cases of COVID-19 this morning and with that another wave of event..."

March 13, 2020 News Post by James Renovitch

Local, State Health Leaders Try to Keep Up with COVID-19

Six known cases in Travis County but actual number likely higher

"...across the country, driven by the coronavirus that causes COVID-19...."

March 16, 2020 News Post by Margaret Nicklas

Surviving COVID-19: Ray Benson Lives to Tell

Asleep at the Wheel turns your living room into a dance floor

"...2020 began as a banner year for Asleep at the..."

July 23, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Council Recap: Austin Revs Up COVID-19 Relief Efforts

"All things on the table" to help Austinites weather crisis

"...city sheltered in place to combat the spread of COVID-19...."

March 27, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

Day Trips & Beyond: Out of Town Closures Due to COVID-19

Here are the latest updates

"...With the rapidly changing situation caused by the COVID-19/coronavirus, events around the state are canceled or postponed, and..."

March 24, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

City, County Officials Warn COVID-19 Is Surging

Austin Public Health: "We have the ability to change this"

"...virtual press conference to deliver sobering, if expected news: COVID-19 infection rates and hospitalizations in Travis County are surging,..."

June 11, 2020 News Post by Kimberley Jones

Austin Drops to Stage 3 COVID-19 Risk Guidelines

Masks, social distancing still critical, urge health officials

"...down to Stage 3 of the local health department’s COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines...."

March 13, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

COVID-19 Surge Forces Businesses to 50% Occupancy Limits

Alternative Care Site at the Convention Center being prepped to open

"...had seven consecutive days in which the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients as a percentage of total hospital capacity..."

Jan. 10, 2021 News Post by Kimberley Jones

With Improving COVID-19 Numbers, Austin-Travis County Drops Back Down to Stage 4 Restrictions

Escott: “It’s not time to burn the masks yet”

"...county have moved to Stage 4 of Austin-Travis County’s COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines...."

Feb. 9, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

COVID-19 Emergency Center Takes On Social Service Needs

Task forces tackle food access, behavioral health, homelessness

"...departments, governmental agencies, and nonprofit service providers during the COVID-19 pandemic to meet the growing needs of people who..."

April 4, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

Austin Identifies Area's First COVID-19 Cases

Two presumed to be infected pending CDC confirmation

"...Authority Dr. Mark Escott announced today, March 13, that COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, has come..."

March 13, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders and Margaret Nicklas

Austin Closes Bars, Dining Rooms in Latest COVID-19 Measures

Gatherings of 10 or more prohibited; orders in effect through May 1

"...dining rooms be shuttered to slow the spread of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, through at..."

March 17, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Austin Expected to Shut Down Bars, Dining and More Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Adler, Eckhardt to announce next steps 11am Tuesday, March 17

"...As the COVID-19 pandemic's scale becomes impossible to diminish, Austin is expected..."

March 16, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

The Latest on COVID-19 and Its Effects on Austin

Our News team's ongoing coverage of events in Austin and Texas

"...At a Friday afternoon press conference, Gov. Greg Abbott..."

March 13, 2020 News Post by the News Staff

kYmberly Keeton Wants Your Stories for the Black COVID-19 Index

And at the Austin African American Book Festival 2020, she’ll tell you why

"...Festival, and it continues to fulfill that mission in 2020, even when it's been forced online by the coronavirus..."

June 26, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Austin Band Fires Singer and Founding Guitarist Over Refusal to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine

Hans Gruber & the Die Hards set to tour with new lineup this month

"...guitarist – due to their refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccine...."

Oct. 12, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

First COVID-19 Vaccine Administered in Austin

UT Health Austin among first in Texas to receive Pfizer vaccine

"...This morning the first doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Austin were administered to frontline healthcare workers..."

Dec. 15, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

These Austin Restaurants Are Standing Up for Their Staff During COVID-19 Pandemic

Shining a light on the extra efforts of special local eateries

"...Everyone is struggling during this pandemic, but COVID-19 has hit the service industry particularly hard. Many restaurants..."

March 26, 2020 Food Post by Zelly Martin

City of Austin Announces Press Conference on COVID-19 and Spring Festival Events

City and County leaders to address SXSW concerns & more at 3:30pm

"...Read our live coverage from the press conference...."

March 6, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

COVID-19 Comes Back Strong

Vigilance urged lest pandemic overwhelm hospitals, holidays

"...be on the precipice of a second surge of COVID-19, but it could be avoided if residents are vigilant..."

Nov. 13, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

The Latest on the Local Actions and Reactions to COVID-19

Health officials feel wary but ready

"...and nationally wrought by the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, local officials and healthcare providers are conveying a sense..."

March 13, 2020 News Feature by Margaret Nicklas

The COVID-19 Long Haulers

Nearly 1 in 3 coronavirus survivors have strange, often changing symptoms without known causes or cures. Here’s what they and their doctors are doing about it.

"...For many of the unlucky people who have contracted COVID-19, the virus has led to numerous health problems that..."

March 26, 2021 News Feature by Margaret Nicklas

Qmmunity: Health Equity During COVID-19

An intersectional framework to how we live and help others is essential for a healthier, more equitable future

"...spreads, another public health threat is exposed: inequity. Indeed, COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, impacts everyone, but..."

April 3, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

New Year, New Grim Milestones in Austin’s COVID-19 Crisis

Amidst an unprecedented surge, Austin could reach ICU surge capacity within the next week

"...the new year witnessed several grim milestones in Austin's COVID-19 crisis...."

Jan. 8, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Local K-12 Educators Look at Ways to Start the School Year as COVID-19 Looms

Put on your thinking cap

"...have been processing some huge changes that precede the COVID-19 pandemic. There was the lingering pain from the Austin..."

Aug. 7, 2020 Features Feature by Aaricka Washington

Austin Craft Brewers vs. COVID-19: (512) Brewing and The Brewtorium

How local breweries are responding to the pandemic (Part 4)

"...In this fourth edition of Austin Craft Brewers vs. COVID-19 (see parts one, two, and three), we talked to..."

April 14, 2020 Food Post by Eric Puga

Austin Craft Brewers vs. COVID-19: Zilker Brewing and Nomadic Beerworks

How local breweries are responding to the pandemic (Part 3)

"...part 3 (read part 1 and part 2) of COVID-19 vs. Austin Breweries, we talked to rising stars Nomadic..."

April 8, 2020 Food Post by Eric Puga

Advocates Call on City, County to Protect Most Vulnerable During COVID-19 Outbreak

Education, health, housing, justice addressed by list of demands

"...on social distancing to help slow the spread of COVID-19 – not only banning public gatherings (as the city..."

March 16, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Local Nonprofits Adapt to Help People Survive Domestic Violence During COVID-19

Seeking shelter when home isn't safe

"...As the COVID-19 crisis continues, White said that SAFE, which provides emergency..."

May 8, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

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