LBJ School’s COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker Reveals Disparities

Data suggests vaccine hubs aren't reaching Black, Latinx Texans

"...Texas continues to direct a significant portion of its COVID-19 vaccine supply to state-designated hubs, data suggests the strategy..."

April 9, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

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

Travis County Hosts Drive-Through COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

"...Travis County leaders and community partners held a drive-through COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Southeast Travis County on Saturday, Feb...."

Feb. 8, 2021 Photo Gallery

Texas Opens COVID-19 Vaccines to All Adults Beginning March 29

Anyone age 16 and older will be eligible, says DSHS

"...adults in Texas will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, said the Texas Department of State Health Services..."

March 23, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

Active COVID-19 Cases in Austin Are Spiking Again

If you attended a Halloween party, you should get tested

"...morning regarding the alarming number of active cases of COVID-19 right now, and urged residents to take proactive measures..."

Nov. 5, 2020 News Post by Kimberley Jones

Austin Reenters Stage 4 of COVID-19 Precautions

Fully vaccinated residents should mask up, urge health officials

"...Travis County have reentered Stage 4 of the local COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines, only a week after Austin returned to..."

July 23, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

No, Vaccinated People Will Not Need a Negative COVID-19 Test to Attend ACL Fest

Dispelling rumors, the fest updated safety requirements this morning

"...Dispelling rumors of changes to COVID-19 safety requirements, ACL Fest announced updated protocols this morning...."

Sept. 21, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Austin Schools Get COVID-19 Vaccines Into Arms

Schools help promote vaccination while addressing community hesitancy

"...job, Daysi Moreno knew she had to get the COVID-19 vaccine. She always wore a face mask at work,..."

June 4, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

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

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

Back-to-School Brings New COVID-19 Records

Let there be masks

"...local health officials are already seeing the impact on COVID-19 numbers. "At this point we are seeing a surge..."

Aug. 27, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

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

Austin Slowly Gets the COVID-19 Testing Data It Needs

Knowledge is power

"...coronavirus that causes the deadly and contagious disease called COVID-19. In the absence of effective treatments or a vaccine,..."

April 17, 2020 News Feature by Margaret Nicklas

COVID-19 Update: ICU Bed Availability Drops to All-Time Low

And then there were two

"...into Stage 5, the highest level of the local COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines...."

Aug. 13, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Right Now, COVID-19 Is “Spreading Quickly in an Uncontrolled Fashion”

All of a sudden, is it too late?

"...months after Austinites brought the metro area's rate of COVID-19 transmission down to nearly zero – amid an economically..."

July 3, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Scarce COVID Vaccine for Health Workers on Its Way to Austin

The Austin area should receive 13,650 initial doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine as early as next week

"...area will receive 13,650 initial doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine as early as next week, pending its emergency..."

Dec. 11, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Can TABC Really Lift a Restaurant’s License Over COVID Rules? It’s Complicated.

The experts weigh in on the challenges for both sides

"...The ongoing COVID-19 crisis, and the recent return to Stage 5 of..."

Aug. 18, 2021 News Post by Jessi Cape

Austin Police Live by Their Own COVID Rules, It Seems

A closer look at vaccine and mask policies among Austin's first responders

"...Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, two facts are clear. Vaccination offers both the..."

Oct. 1, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Vaccine or Ventilator? You Decide

As COVID-19 surges, the unvaxxed overwhelm Austin hospitals – again

"...than 20% have been filled, again, with critically ill COVID-19 patients – almost none of whom have received the..."

Aug. 6, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Austin Begins to Descend – Again – From a COVID Surge Peak

Steady as the COVID goes

"...since Austin Public Health last reported all-time highs for COVID-19 key metrics...."

Feb. 5, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Austin Returns to Stage 4 of COVID Risk Guidelines

Amid spike in community transmission, officials urge all to mask up

"...County have returned to Stage 4 of the local COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines. The last time Austin was in Stage..."

Dec. 29, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

As COVID Surges, AISD to Offer Virtual School

Remote option for K-6 students too young for vaccine

"...As Austin sees its fourth COVID-19 surge of the pandemic, Austin ISD has swiveled back..."

July 30, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

Austin Officially Enters Stage 5, Highest Level of COVID Precautions

Fully vaxxed? Mask up. And if you’re not? Get vaxxed already.

"...Travis County have entered Stage 5 of the local COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines...."

Aug. 5, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

Austin Heightens COVID Guidelines for Special Event Permits

Attendee screening, distancing provisions take effect Monday

"...show how they plan to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 as part of the special events permit application process..."

Aug. 29, 2021 News Post by Beth Sullivan

Dale Watson Refuses Performance Due to COVID Vaccine Requirement

Honky-Tonker declares himself a man of “complete natural immunity”

"...Outlaw Cruise because of his unwillingness to receive a COVID-19 vaccine...."

Dec. 2, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

COVID Hospitalizations Are on the Rise Again in Central Texas

Find out where to get vaccinated right now, free of charge

"...Austin-Travis County has returned to Stage 3 of its COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines. Austin Public Health reports that confirmed COVID..."

July 15, 2021 News Post by Kimberley Jones

A COVID-Cautious Christmas

Officials urge vigilance as more health workers receive vaccine

"...As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to rise locally, Austin Public..."

Dec. 25, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

UT Health Austin Among First in Texas to Receive Pfizer Vaccine

But health officials issue dire warning about current transmission rates

"...Tuesday, Dec. 15, the first doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Austin were administered to front-line health care..."

Dec. 18, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Vaccine Demand Continues to Outpace Supply as Texas Expands Eligibility

Austin Public Health explores local vaccine strategies while awaiting more doses

"...adults in Texas will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, according to new guidance from the Texas Department..."

March 26, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

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