Thanksgiving could make or break US COVID-19 response
Governors and mayors are ratcheting up mask mandates and imposing restrictions on small indoor gatherings that have been blamed for accelerating the spread of the coronavirus.
Houston men accused of trying to sell non-existent masks to foreign government
Paschal Ngozi Eleanya, 46, and Arael Doolittle, 55, of Houston are accused of attempting to fraudulently sell 50 million N95 facemasks that they did not possess to a foreign government, defrauding them out of more than $317 million.
Warn Central Texas system sending COVID-19 alert to residents
Austin-Travis County is using the Warn Central Texas system this afternoon to send an emergency alert to residents about the COVID-19 situation ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Mask mandates work to slow spread of COVID-19, CDC study finds
A study analyzing COVID-19 cases in Kansas found that counties with a mask mandate slowed the spread of the virus, while counties without a mask requirement saw a dramatic increase in cases.
Qantas airline plans to require coronavirus vaccine for international travel, CEO says
In a world first, Qantas Airways will likely require passengers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus for future international travel, the CEO announced.
States impose new rules, plead with public to stop COVID-19 spread
State and local officials nationwide are imposing new restrictions and pleading with the public in an increasingly desperate attempt to stop the coronavirus spread.
Travelers to Los Angeles will have to sign quarantine form starting Wednesday
Travelers coming through Los Angeles International and Van Nuys airports and Union Station beginning Wednesday will be required to sign a form acknowledging California's recommended 14-day self-quarantine in response to rising coronavirus rates.
Thanksgiving food giveaway also offers free flu shot for those willing to roll up their sleeves
The drive-through event was held at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Calistoga, where drivers waited an hour or more for a free turkey and a grocery bag with all the fixings for a holiday meal.
Economists urge Congress to send out second round of $1,200 stimulus checks
A group of more than 125 economists is calling on Congress to send out more direct cash payments to American families to help them weather the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic downturn.
Are dining tents a safe way to eat out amid the COVID-19 pandemic?
Outdoor dining tents are popping up outside restaurants during the pandemic, but experts say not all setups are equal.
Gov Abbott says COVID vaccine will not be mandatory for Texans
Doctors said even in the months after the vaccine is distributed, it will be important for people to wear masks and social distance.
Gov Abbott says COVID vaccine will not be mandatory for Texans
Doctors said even in the months after the vaccine is distributed, it will be important for people to wear masks and social distance.
Central Texas Food Bank holds last major food distribution before Thanksgiving
The next food distribution by the Central Texas Food Bank is scheduled for Thursday, Dec 3 and it will take place in Waco.
NFL tightens COVID-19 rules, will discipline players who don’t wear mask on sidelines
The NFL has announced new safety restrictions at games to slow the spread of COVID-19, now requiring players who are sitting on the sidelines to wear masks.
Central Texas Food Bank holds last major food distribution before Thanksgiving
The next food distribution by the Central Texas Food Bank is scheduled for Thursday, Dec 3 and it will take place in Waco.
99th birthday celebration becomes COVID-19 'super spreader' after all family members infected
From their 99-year-old father to a 3-year-old great-nephew, more than a dozen relatives felt the effects of the family trip that turned into a super spreader.
Some Ohio hospitals running out of ventilators, Cleveland Clinic says
A top Cleveland Clinic official says some Ohio hospitals are running out of ventilators due to the worsening COVID-19 outbreak and a sharp increase in hospitalizations.
Persons infected with COVID-19 at risk of psychiatric disorder
Researchers from Oxford in England have discovered that people infected with the coronavirus are also at risk of developing a psychiatric disorder.
Meals on Wheels Central Texas, Austin Subaru collecting gifts for seniors
Meals on Wheels Central Texas and Austin Subaru are working together to brighten the holidays for hundreds of local homebound seniors.
Comfort food care packages available for at-risk youth, families in Texas
A program has been launched to provide holiday meals for at-risk youth and families across Texas, while also supporting local restaurants.