CDC says antibody test results should not influence decisions to return to work or school
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidance on the use and reliability of antibody testing, saying that in a population where prevalence of COVID-19 is low, “less than half of those testing positive will truly have antibodies.”
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidance on the use and reliability of antibody testing, saying that in a population where prevalence of COVID-19 is low, “less than half of those testing positive will truly have antibodies.”
PPE pollution: Video shows divers removing masks and gloves from ocean
The high demand for personal protective equipment amid shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic may have unintended consequences to the environment, as one European environmental group pointed out in a video that has surfaced on social media showing divers removing masks and gloves from the ocean.
The high demand for personal protective equipment amid shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic may have unintended consequences to the environment, as one European environmental group pointed out in a video that has surfaced on social media showing divers removing masks and gloves from the ocean.
FOX 7 Discussion: Gov. Abbott on Texas’s response to COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Greg Abbott joins Marcel Clarke on FOX 7 Austin to discuss the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially hot spots like in Amarillo.
Gov. Greg Abbott joins Marcel Clarke on FOX 7 Austin to discuss the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially hot spots like in Amarillo.
Austin health officials warn of possible surge of coronavirus cases in June
Escott said Austin flattened the curve, but it's important not to get too comfortable. A surge in cases can increase hospitalizations.
Escott said Austin flattened the curve, but it's important not to get too comfortable. A surge in cases can increase hospitalizations.
FOX 7 Discussion: Gov. Abbott on Texas's response to COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Greg Abbott joins Marcel Clarke on FOX 7 Austin to discuss the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially hot spots like in Amarillo.
Gov. Greg Abbott joins Marcel Clarke on FOX 7 Austin to discuss the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially hot spots like in Amarillo.
Texas Supreme Court rules against vote-by-mail expansion during COVID-19 pandemic
The ruling comes after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a petition to the Court to order local officials to follow Texas election laws regarding mail-in ballots.
The ruling comes after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a petition to the Court to order local officials to follow Texas election laws regarding mail-in ballots.
US coronavirus deaths top 100,000, according to Johns Hopkins
There are more than 5.6 million confirmed cases and 350,000 deaths worldwide.
There are more than 5.6 million confirmed cases and 350,000 deaths worldwide.
American virus deaths at 100,000: What does a number mean?
On Wednesday, the United States' official reported coronavirus death toll reached six digits.
On Wednesday, the United States' official reported coronavirus death toll reached six digits.
Poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine
Health experts already worry about the whiplash if vaccine promises like President Donald Trump’s goal of a 300 million-dose stockpile by January fail. Only time and science will tell -- and the new poll shows the public is indeed skeptical.
Health experts already worry about the whiplash if vaccine promises like President Donald Trump’s goal of a 300 million-dose stockpile by January fail. Only time and science will tell -- and the new poll shows the public is indeed skeptical.
Here’s how gambling will look in Las Vegas after COVID-19 reopenings
Here’s how Sin City and Nevada gambling will look under new COVID-19 measures when some casinos reopen on June 4.
Here’s how Sin City and Nevada gambling will look under new COVID-19 measures when some casinos reopen on June 4.
Officials with Austin Public Health are concerned about a possible second surge for COVID-19
Austin Public Health officials are concerned about a possible second surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Austin Public Health officials are concerned about a possible second surge of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
COVID-19 pandemic is putting a strain on students and their education
Natalie Martinez takes a close look at distance learning and its impact on students within Austin ISD.
Natalie Martinez takes a close look at distance learning and its impact on students within Austin ISD.
Why COVID-19 immunity passports may violate US law
As the COVID-19 crisis wreaks havoc across the globe, a handful of countries, including Germany, Chile and the United States, are mulling the use of immunity passports to make clear who is immune from coronavirus infection.
As the COVID-19 crisis wreaks havoc across the globe, a handful of countries, including Germany, Chile and the United States, are mulling the use of immunity passports to make clear who is immune from coronavirus infection.
It’s not junk mail: Coronavirus stimulus payment debit cards come in plain envelope
Some have reportedly mistaken their Economic Impact Payment debit cards as junk mail after being confused by the envelope.
Some have reportedly mistaken their Economic Impact Payment debit cards as junk mail after being confused by the envelope.
Torchy's Tacos giving 20 graduating seniors free tacos for a year
The contest began Wednesday morning and runs until 10 p.m. CST on June 5.
The contest began Wednesday morning and runs until 10 p.m. CST on June 5.
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, Galveston to reopen in mid-June
Schlitterbahn announced the news on Facebook, saying their parks will be reopening with enhanced safety measures and operational changes throughout both parks.
Schlitterbahn announced the news on Facebook, saying their parks will be reopening with enhanced safety measures and operational changes throughout both parks.
New Zealand discharges last coronavirus patient from hospital
New Zealand no longer has any coronavirus patients being treated in hospitals, the latest positive milestone in its battle against the infectious disease.
New Zealand no longer has any coronavirus patients being treated in hospitals, the latest positive milestone in its battle against the infectious disease.
Governor Abbott provides update on COVID-19 surge response in Amarillo
Abbott said he believes that Potter and Randall counties are ready for phase two of the states reopening this Friday.
Abbott said he believes that Potter and Randall counties are ready for phase two of the states reopening this Friday.
Poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine
Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
Only about half of Americans say they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if the scientists working furiously to create one succeed, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
EU proposes 750 billion-euro coronavirus recovery fund
The European Union proposed Wednesday a 750 billion-euro ($825 billion) recovery fund.
The European Union proposed Wednesday a 750 billion-euro ($825 billion) recovery fund.