Student sports leads to clusters of COVID-19 cases at area schools
Austin health officials say several COVID-19 clusters have been linked to sports programs, and in particular, strength and conditioning.
Austin health officials say several COVID-19 clusters have been linked to sports programs, and in particular, strength and conditioning.
Kendra Scott appointed professor of practice at UT Austin
Kendra Scott will co-teach a course named Women in Entrepreneurship as part of a new faculty appointment at UT Austin.
Kendra Scott will co-teach a course named Women in Entrepreneurship as part of a new faculty appointment at UT Austin.
AISD meal sites closed for Labor Day
All Austin Independent School District meal sites will be closed in observance of the holiday on Monday, September 7.
All Austin Independent School District meal sites will be closed in observance of the holiday on Monday, September 7.
Several Longhorn band members still saying they won't perform "The Eyes of Texas"
With the first home football game around the corner, several Longhorn band members are still saying they won't be performing "The Eyes of Texas".
With the first home football game around the corner, several Longhorn band members are still saying they won't be performing "The Eyes of Texas".
Liberty University announces investigation into Jerry Falwell Jr.'s tenure after resignation
Liberty University is opening an independent investigation into Jerry Falwell Jr.’s tenure as president.
Liberty University is opening an independent investigation into Jerry Falwell Jr.’s tenure as president.
Killeen ISD student hit by truck while crossing in front of bus
Early reports indicate the Killeen ISD student got off the bus and while crossing in front of it, was hit by the truck.
Early reports indicate the Killeen ISD student got off the bus and while crossing in front of it, was hit by the truck.
How to pay off student loans faster
Find out how refinancing and more payments can help pay down student loans.
Find out how refinancing and more payments can help pay down student loans.
Manor ISD offers advice to parents on remote learning
Presidential Meadows Elementary School Principal Laura Krcmar is a mom of three and she says students aren't the only ones having to learn.
Presidential Meadows Elementary School Principal Laura Krcmar is a mom of three and she says students aren't the only ones having to learn.
TCU dealing with a spike in COVID-19 cases
Texas Christian University is dealing with a spike in coronavirus cases.
Texas Christian University is dealing with a spike in coronavirus cases.
More than 1,000 University of Alabama students test positive for COVID-19 since classes resumed
City of Tuscaloosa closed bars for two weeks and suspended bar service at restaurants after the spike in cases at the university.
City of Tuscaloosa closed bars for two weeks and suspended bar service at restaurants after the spike in cases at the university.
France COVID-19 case surge threatens nationwide back-to-school plan
France's government is admitting that not all classrooms can safely reopen Tuesday as planned.
France's government is admitting that not all classrooms can safely reopen Tuesday as planned.
University of Alabama infections since return top 1,000
The University of Alabama reported Friday that an additional 481 students have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to more than 1,000 infections since students returned to campus for the fall.
The University of Alabama reported Friday that an additional 481 students have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to more than 1,000 infections since students returned to campus for the fall.
104 new COVID-19 cases reported among USC students in 4 days
The number of coronavirus cases confirmed among USC students continued rising, with the university announcing 104 new cases over the past four days, with the spread primarily attributed to gatherings of students at off-campus housing.
The number of coronavirus cases confirmed among USC students continued rising, with the university announcing 104 new cases over the past four days, with the spread primarily attributed to gatherings of students at off-campus housing.
In college towns, smaller businesses struggle without students
Small business owners in college towns across the U.S. are hoping for the best when students return — and bracing for the worst.
Small business owners in college towns across the U.S. are hoping for the best when students return — and bracing for the worst.
Baylor suspends fraternity for hosting off-campus party during coronavirus pandemic
Baylor University has reportedly suspended a fraternity after it allegedly hosted a party off campus during the coronavirus pandemic.
Baylor University has reportedly suspended a fraternity after it allegedly hosted a party off campus during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pflugerville ISD asking for name suggestions for new schools
Community members have been invited to submit name suggestions for the new schools.
Community members have been invited to submit name suggestions for the new schools.
APH asks UT Austin students to be more careful as city transitions to stage 3
Dr. Mark Escott, Austin's Interim Health Authority, says he has confidence in students on campus, but also recognizes they are at a higher risk for COVID-19 because of the close interaction students typically spend with one another.
Dr. Mark Escott, Austin's Interim Health Authority, says he has confidence in students on campus, but also recognizes they are at a higher risk for COVID-19 because of the close interaction students typically spend with one another.
California OKs school return for students with special needs or are homeless
The new guidelines appear to be the broadest attempt to deal with students, including older ones, who are more likely to struggle with at-home, digital learning, either because they lack the technology and a safe space to learn or because they are on special education plans or need other targeted support.
The new guidelines appear to be the broadest attempt to deal with students, including older ones, who are more likely to struggle with at-home, digital learning, either because they lack the technology and a safe space to learn or because they are on special education plans or need other targeted support.
Jerry Falwell Jr. confirms he's resigned from Liberty University
Falwell confirmed his departure on Tuesday, a day after the school said he had submitted, then rescinded his resignation.
Falwell confirmed his departure on Tuesday, a day after the school said he had submitted, then rescinded his resignation.
Tuscaloosa closes bars after University of Alabama reports more than 500 COVID-19 cases last week
At least 531 students, faculty, and staff on the University of Alabama's main campus in Tuscaloosa have been infected with the virus, officials reported.
At least 531 students, faculty, and staff on the University of Alabama's main campus in Tuscaloosa have been infected with the virus, officials reported.