Essential workers protest over Abbott’s decision to lift mask mandate

Central Texas essential workers and local activists are adding their voices in opposition to Governor Greg Abbott’s order to lift statewide COVID mandates.

More COVID-19 vaccination sites set to open in Williamson County

Williamson County says its VRTA centers have proven to be a positive tool to assist residents with the registration process for the COVID-19 vaccine. 

Unpredictability of COVID-19 severity may come down to antibody response, study shows

A new study is helping give researchers a better understanding of why a person infected with COVID-19 would become seriously ill - and it may come down to the type of antibody the person produces.

H-E-B will continue requiring masks in stores, will provide masks

H-E-B announced Friday shoppers are still expected to wear masks while in stores. The chain also will still require all their employees and vendors to wear masks while at work.

Biden: Americans to begin receiving $1,400 stimulus checks this month

"When we took office 45 days ago, I promised the American people that help was on the way," Biden said. "Today, I can say we have taken one more giant step forward in delivering on that promise."

Family Hospital Systems hosts 24-hour 'Vax-A-Thon' in Williamson County

The event is taking place at the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex and is by appointment only. Those who are eligible have already been sent out an invite. 

Senate approves $1.9T COVID-19 relief bill after all-night session

Senators worked through the night on the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 aid bill and have approved the package with a 50-49 vote. The bill is on track to pass in the House next week.

Biden, Dems prevail as Senate OKs $1.9T virus relief bill

An exhausted Senate narrowly approved a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Saturday as President Joe Biden and his Democratic allies notched a victory they called crucial for hoisting the country out of the pandemic and economic doldrums.

Spring Break veers toward ‘normal’ – despite coronavirus pandemic

"They did not have masks on," a Miami resident said of partiers in one beachside cafe. "It looked like a dance club. I was just like, ‘Oh my gosh, we’re just in week one. I hope this is not how it’s going to be."

Grandparents' Tik Tok videos help break quarantine boredom

In the age of social distancing, a pair of grandparents are using social media to break up the boredom of quarantine.

Austin music venues, musicians cautiously return to live events

The pressure to strike the right note with artists, staff, and customers has many Austin venue owners proceeding with caution.

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The pressure to strike the right note with artists, staff, and customers has many Austin venue owners proceeding with caution.

Gov. Ducey ends COVID-19 occupancy limits for Arizona businesses

Arizona Gov. Ducey's announcement comes as more than 2 million people have been vaccinated in the state against the coronavirus, while cases have plateaued in the last few weeks.