APH encourages you to get tested if you spent Thanksgiving with others
Austin Public Health is concerned about a post-Thanksgiving surge that could happen over the next week.
Austin Public Health is concerned about a post-Thanksgiving surge that could happen over the next week.
Decades-old barbecue joint damaged in overnight fire
According to the restaurant's website, House Park Bar-B-Que is home to the city's oldest barbecue pit.
According to the restaurant's website, House Park Bar-B-Que is home to the city's oldest barbecue pit.
Coronavirus was present in US earlier than initially thought: Study
A recent study found traces of the virus in blood donations collected starting in December of last year.
A recent study found traces of the virus in blood donations collected starting in December of last year.
Biden: Coronavirus relief package during lame-duck period likely 'just a start'
President-elect Joe Biden added that his transition team was “already working” on additional relief measures to be proposed in the next session of Congress.
President-elect Joe Biden added that his transition team was “already working” on additional relief measures to be proposed in the next session of Congress.
Oklahoma governor declares ‘day of prayer and fasting’ for COVID-19 victims
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has declared Dec. 3 a statewide day of prayer and fasting to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has declared Dec. 3 a statewide day of prayer and fasting to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Chicago couple uses deposit from canceled wedding to feed hundreds on Thanksgiving
A Chicago couple used their money saved for a catered reception for their wedding to feed the needy for Thanksgiving.
A Chicago couple used their money saved for a catered reception for their wedding to feed the needy for Thanksgiving.
Austin Public Health provides update to Travis County Commissioners Court - 12/1/20
Dr. Mark Escott discusses latest coronavirus data.
Dr. Mark Escott discusses latest coronavirus data.
Helping and supporting healthcare workers
A new survey reveals healthcare workers are starting to feel the weight of COVID-19 as they continue to help patients during the pandemic. President and CEO of Mental Health America Paul Gionfriddo talks about this and who we can support the medical community.
A new survey reveals healthcare workers are starting to feel the weight of COVID-19 as they continue to help patients during the pandemic. President and CEO of Mental Health America Paul Gionfriddo talks about this and who we can support the medical community.
Better Business Bureau talks about COVID-19 clinical study scams
Trials continue as a COVID-19 vaccine becomes closer to reality but scammers see this time as an opportunity to take advantage of those willing to help. Erin Dufner explains.
Trials continue as a COVID-19 vaccine becomes closer to reality but scammers see this time as an opportunity to take advantage of those willing to help. Erin Dufner explains.
How will COVID-19 vaccine distribution work?
The first vaccine could be shipped later this month but many people still have questions. FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has some answers.
The first vaccine could be shipped later this month but many people still have questions. FOX Medical Team's Beth Galvin has some answers.
East LA comedian dies after documenting his bout with COVID-19
Joe Luna, a father and local comedian who went by the stage name "Joe El Cholo," has died just days after he started documenting his battle with COVID-19 on social media, his family announced.
Joe Luna, a father and local comedian who went by the stage name "Joe El Cholo," has died just days after he started documenting his battle with COVID-19 on social media, his family announced.
U.S. students falling behind in math during pandemic, study shows
The analysis of data from nearly 4.4 million U.S. students in grades 3-8 represents one of the first significant measures of the pandemic’s impacts on learning.
The analysis of data from nearly 4.4 million U.S. students in grades 3-8 represents one of the first significant measures of the pandemic’s impacts on learning.
Travis County commissioners get post-Thanksgiving COVID-19 update
Austin Public Health is providing its weekly update to the Travis County Commissioners Court about the latest coronavirus data.
Austin Public Health is providing its weekly update to the Travis County Commissioners Court about the latest coronavirus data.
Giving back to local non-profits on Giving Tuesday
Officials say with the unprecedented challenges many organizations are facing, this year Giving Tuesday is more important than ever.
Officials say with the unprecedented challenges many organizations are facing, this year Giving Tuesday is more important than ever.
Americans face new coronavirus restrictions after Thanksgiving
Americans returning from Thanksgiving break faced strict new COVID-19 measures as health officials brace for a worsening of the nationwide surge.
Americans returning from Thanksgiving break faced strict new COVID-19 measures as health officials brace for a worsening of the nationwide surge.
California prison officials blasted over lax COVID-19 protocols, broken thermometers
Broken thermometers, no mask mandates, a lack of training and lax screenings may have contributed to COVID-19 outbreaks at several California prisons.
Broken thermometers, no mask mandates, a lack of training and lax screenings may have contributed to COVID-19 outbreaks at several California prisons.
Is in-person shopping safe during the COVID-19 pandemic?
As the holiday season gets underway, health experts say to avoid shopping in stores when possible.
As the holiday season gets underway, health experts say to avoid shopping in stores when possible.
Starbucks offering free coffee for frontline workers in December
Starbucks is stepping up to once again offer free coffee to front-line workers amid the ongoing pandemic.
Starbucks is stepping up to once again offer free coffee to front-line workers amid the ongoing pandemic.
McConnell says 'no reason' coronavirus relief shouldn't pass by year's end
Lawmakers have just weeks to reach terms on an agreement before Congress adjourns for the year on Dec. 21.
Lawmakers have just weeks to reach terms on an agreement before Congress adjourns for the year on Dec. 21.
Austin makes changes to cold weather shelters to prevent spread of COVID-19
As COVID cases climb and temperatures drop, Austin officials worry the virus will discourage the city's homeless population from seeking shelter.
As COVID cases climb and temperatures drop, Austin officials worry the virus will discourage the city's homeless population from seeking shelter.