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Coronavirus in Central Texas

Indoor masking recommended for Independence Day celebrations

Indoor masking recommended for Independence Day celebrations

Texans are also being encouraged to stay home if they're experiencing symptoms, even if it’s just a scratchy throat or you think it’s “just allergies.”

4 days ago
CDC raises Travis County COVID-19 Community Level to medium

CDC raises Travis County COVID-19 Community Level to medium

The Centers for Disease Control has raised the COVID-19 Community Level in Travis County to medium due to a recent uptick in the amount of virus spread and cases in Austin.

June 24
Austin Public Health expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to young children, babies

Austin Public Health expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to young children, babies

Austin Public Health is offering doses for all children 6 months through 5 years old at local clinics. Boosters are not currently recommended for this age group.

June 21
CDC upgrades Travis County's COVID-19 Community Level from low to medium

CDC upgrades Travis County's COVID-19 Community Level from low to medium

New COVID-19 case totals reached the threshold necessary to trigger additional preventive measures. Upgraded Risk-Based Guidelines include masking in many circumstances.

June 9
New omicron subvariants cause spike in COVID-19 cases in Austin area

New omicron subvariants cause spike in COVID-19 cases in Austin area

The City of Austin is encouraging residents to stay proactive in protecting yourself against COVID-19 as two new omicron subvariants are causing cases to rise.

June 3
Experts say Texas is ready for latest COVID-19 uptick but advise caution

Experts say Texas is ready for latest COVID-19 uptick but advise caution

It’s still unclear what the increase in cases will mean for the state, but doctors and hospitals say Texas is better prepared to face a surge than before.

May 20
The U.S. census estimates it missed more than a half-million Texans during 2020 count

The U.S. census estimates it missed more than a half-million Texans during 2020 count

Immigrants, people living in poverty and non-English speakers were among the most likely to be missed, yet the crucial count received lackluster promotion by Texas state government.

May 19
3rd round of free COVID tests available to order now in US

3rd round of free COVID tests available to order now in US

An additional eight at-home tests are available for free this time around.

May 17
Travis County mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics canceled May 5 due to weather

Travis County mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics canceled May 5 due to weather

Due to anticipated severe weather in Central Texas, Travis County's mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics have been canceled for Thursday, May 5

May 5
Pecan Street Festival returns to downtown Austin

Pecan Street Festival returns to downtown Austin

The Pecan Street Festival is being held from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 8 in downtown Austin.

May 4
Beto O’Rourke tests positive for COVID-19, says symptoms are mild

Beto O’Rourke tests positive for COVID-19, says symptoms are mild

O’Rourke said he is vaccinated and boosted, and tests regularly while traveling the state. A campaign spokesperson said the candidate had no events scheduled for the week.

April 25
Austin to participate in national COVID cat study

Austin to participate in national COVID cat study

The Austin Humane Society and the Austin Animal Center are participating in a study to determine if coronaviruses are circulating or mutating among animals.

April 21
Austin airport, CapMetro no longer requiring face masks after ruling

Austin airport, CapMetro no longer requiring face masks after ruling

A federal judge claims the federal mask mandate was exceeding the authority of U.S. health officials. This court ruling now vacates the mandate.

April 18
It’s not over: COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in US

It’s not over: COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in US

Yet again, the U.S. is trudging into what could be another COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.

April 15
Fauci expects uptick in COVID-19 cases in coming weeks, another surge in the fall

Fauci expects uptick in COVID-19 cases in coming weeks, another surge in the fall

Dr. Anthony Fauci noted an increase in COVID-19 cases could come “over the next couple of weeks” potentially fueled by the high transmissibility of BA.2 — a subvariant of the omicron variant.

April 8
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held April 8-11 around Travis County

Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held April 8-11 around Travis County

Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.

April 7
Austin Mayor Steve Adler cleared by doctor after catching COVID

Austin Mayor Steve Adler cleared by doctor after catching COVID

Austin Mayor Steve Adler had tested positive for COVID-19 on April 3, according to the city. He has now been cleared by his doctor and Austin Public Health.

April 7
Masks optional at Del Valle ISD starting Monday, April 4

Masks optional at Del Valle ISD starting Monday, April 4

Del Valle ISD says the decision is in alignment with the City of Austin and Travis County, which lifted all COVID-19 emergency mask orders on March 23.

April 2
COVID-19 booster shots being administered by Austin Public Health

COVID-19 booster shots being administered by Austin Public Health

APH is now administering additional COVID-19 booster doses to older adults and certain individuals who are immunocompromised.

March 31
Austin Public Health releases new COVID-19 risk-based guidelines

Austin Public Health releases new COVID-19 risk-based guidelines

Austin Public Health has released new guidelines to align with the CDC’s recently announced “Community Levels."

March 29
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