Data: Congress created coronavirus aid, then reaped the benefits

Among businesses that received money was a California hotel partially owned by the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, as well as a shipping business started by Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao’s family. Chao is married to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.

TSTA, Texas AFT respond to TEA's reopening guidelines

On Tuesday, the Texas Education Agency announced that students should be able to go back to their classrooms in the fall.

Texas passes 10,000 confirmed new virus cases in single day on Tuesday

Texas has surpassed 10,000 new coronavirus cases in a single day for the first time as a resurgence of the outbreak rages across the U.S.

WHO acknowledges 'emerging evidence' that coronavirus can spread through the air

The World Health Organization has long maintained that COVID-19 is spread via larger respiratory droplets, most often when people cough or sneeze, that fall to the ground.

Trump says he will pressure states to reopen schools in fall

President Donald Trump says he will pressure governors to reopen schools and colleges this fall, arguing that some want to keep schools closed for political reasons against the will of families.

TEA says students should be able to return for 2020-21 school year

The Texas Education Agency announced guidelines for students to return to school, whether they choose to learn in a safe on-campus environment or remotely.

2020 Main Street Car Show canceled in Taylor

Taylor's Main Street Car Show, the largest public event in the City, is traditionally held in historic downtown Taylor on the last Saturday of October.

Miami-Dade mayor reverses course, will allow open gyms, outdoor dining

Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez reversed course Tuesday, saying gyms and fitness centers can remain open, and outdoor dining is allowed, despite announcing they would close just one day earlier due to a surge in positive coronavirus cases in the area.

Austin Bold FC to resume 2020 USL Championship Season July 17

The team says that in an effort to prioritize the community’s health and well-being, fans will not be permitted to attend games in July.

Protective gear for medical workers begins to run low again

The new shortages come as the virus resumes its rapid spread and the number of hospitalized patients climbs.

Texas GOP to proceed with in-person convention as Houston mayor asks for virtual event

In a letter, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Public Health Authority Dr. David Persee asked the Republican Party of Texas to reconsider holding an in-person convention in Houston next week amid increasing COVID-19 cases.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warns Michigan may have to 'dial back' reopening as COVID-19 cases rise

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said on Tuesday the nation needs a mask policy to effectively fight the continual spread of COVID-19 while also saying, if Michigan cases continue to rise, she's ready to close parts of the economy again and move the state backward, if necessary.

University of Texas says staff member has died from COVID-19

In a letter posted online, Interim President Jay Hartzell confirmed the news of "the COVID-19-related death of one of our custodial services team members" and says that it's the university's first death related to the coronavirus.

Stores focus on cleaning to get shoppers back to spending

Forget about making shopping fun. As clothing retailers and others try to stay viable during the coronavirus pandemic, they’re hoping steps like cleaning during store hours, offering hand sanitizer and other safety measures will bring in customers to spend.

Activity in services sector shows record rebound in June

Activity in the U.S. services sector showed a record rebound in June but future improvement could be jeopardized by the resurgence of coronavirus cases in many parts of the country.

Interview with Austin Mayor Steve Adler - 7/7/2020
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Mayor Adler shares the latest information about COVID-19 in the city including what needs to be done to keep the economy open.