Texas sues Biden administration over vaccination mandates

The state has also challenged the federal government’s vaccination mandates for big businesses and federal contractors.

Pfizer asks FDA for emergency approval of COVID-19 pill, Paxlovid

Pfizer is submitting its experimental pill for COVID-19 for U.S. authorization, setting the stage for a likely launch of the promising therapy in coming weeks.

Man hospitalized with seizures discovers tapeworm was in brain for decades

The man, who had immigrated from rural Guatemala, was combative and disoriented until he arrived at the hospital, where he had a witnessed generalized tonic-clonic seizure.

Pfizer signs deal to let other companies make its COVID-19 pill

Pfizer has signed a deal with a U.N.-backed group to allow other manufacturers to make its experimental COVID-19 pill in an effort to expand access.

Round Rock ISD hosts vaccine sites for all kids 5 to 11

On Monday hundreds of kids between five and 11 lined up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex.

Round Rock ISD hosts vaccine sites for all kids 5 to 11
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On Monday hundreds of kids between five and 11 lined up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at the Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex.

Multiple states open COVID-19 booster shots to all adults

Some states, along with New York City, are not waiting for U.S. health officials to approve COVID-19 booster shots for all adults out of concern of a possible winter surge.

COVID-19 cases in US jumped 26% over last 3 weeks, CDC data shows

Cases tapered off after the delta variant surged this summer, but newly rising cases could be a worrisome sign of what’s ahead this winter.

Vaccinated families can ‘feel good’ about holiday gatherings, Fauci says

"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.

City of Austin's RENT program allocates all remaining rental assistance

The application portal for the City of Austin's RENT program has been deactivated until additional funding is available, says the city.

Gov. Abbott files petition to challenge OSHA COVID-19 vaccine mandate

The petition urges the court to vacate the mandate and confirm Abbott's executive order GA-40 is not preempted, says the governor's office.

Amazon settles California case accusing it of concealing COVID cases from workers

Amazon will pay $500,000 as part of a settlement reached with California's attorney general who had accused the retail giant of illegally withholding information about COVID cases from its workers. 

3 snow leopards die from COVID-19 complications at Nebraska zoo

The zoo made the announcement in a Facebook post Friday, describing the deaths of the three leopards — named Ranney, Everest, and Makalu— as “truly heartbreaking.

Round Rock ISD kicks off series of COVID-19 vaccine clinics Sunday

Parents or guardians must register their child for an appointment prior to the clinic visit and are asked to bring insurance information and medical/prescription cards, if they have one.

Wyoming girl, teddy bear reunited after year-long separation during Glacier National Park trip

Six-year-old Naomi Pascal lost a teddy bear she had since leaving an Ethiopian orphanage. Thanks to a sharp-eyed, compassionate park ranger, she has been reunited with the irreplaceable stuffed animal a year later.