2020: Things that changed in the tumultuous year may never go back to the way they were
Only time will tell how the coronavirus pandemic ultimately shapes our world, but here are some of the ways it could change society in the long term.
Only time will tell how the coronavirus pandemic ultimately shapes our world, but here are some of the ways it could change society in the long term.
US reports staggering 247,000 new COVID-19 cases and 3,600 deaths in single day
Nearly a quarter-million new COVID-19 cases, more than 3,600 deaths and 113,000 hospitalizations were reported in a single day in the U.S. on Wednesday, shattering previous records.
Nearly a quarter-million new COVID-19 cases, more than 3,600 deaths and 113,000 hospitalizations were reported in a single day in the U.S. on Wednesday, shattering previous records.
Coronavirus transfers from San Quentin prison now on indefinite pause
While the goal of prison rights advocates is ultimately to get medically vulnerable inmates to be released from prison, attorney Don Specter noted that transferring older and sick inmates to other prisons across the state could be an even deadlier disaster.
While the goal of prison rights advocates is ultimately to get medically vulnerable inmates to be released from prison, attorney Don Specter noted that transferring older and sick inmates to other prisons across the state could be an even deadlier disaster.
Actor Kirk Cameron holds ‘peaceful protest’ Christmas caroling event at Thousand Oaks mall
Actor Kirk Cameron is facing backlash after holding a large Christmas caroling protest in Thousand Oaks amid California’s COVID-19 surge.
Actor Kirk Cameron is facing backlash after holding a large Christmas caroling protest in Thousand Oaks amid California’s COVID-19 surge.
2nd healthcare worker in Alaska reports adverse reaction to COVID vaccine
Health officials in Alaska have reported that a second health care worker had an adverse reaction to a COVID-19 vaccine.
Health officials in Alaska have reported that a second health care worker had an adverse reaction to a COVID-19 vaccine.
French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for COVID-19
The presidential palace says French President Emmanuel Macron has tested positive for COVID-19.
The presidential palace says French President Emmanuel Macron has tested positive for COVID-19.
Study shows what people need to tackle mental health challenges
Kelly Davis, the director of peer advocacy support and services at Mental Health America, joins Amanda Salinas to talk more about the key findings from her study.
Kelly Davis, the director of peer advocacy support and services at Mental Health America, joins Amanda Salinas to talk more about the key findings from her study.
Governor Abbott provides update on vaccine distribution in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott provided an update on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Texas at the UPS Distribution Center in Austin.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott provided an update on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Texas at the UPS Distribution Center in Austin.
'Hospitals are under siege': California sets records for cases, deaths as virus surges
California health authorities reported Thursday a record 379 coronavirus deaths and more than 52,000 new confirmed cases.
California health authorities reported Thursday a record 379 coronavirus deaths and more than 52,000 new confirmed cases.
You're invited to the Zach Theatre's A Rockin' Holiday Concert
Tierra Neubaum met up with Kenny Williams, a performer, and Drew Nebrig, the director of marketing and communications at the Zach Theatre, in South Austin to learn more about the A Rockin' Holiday Concert.
Tierra Neubaum met up with Kenny Williams, a performer, and Drew Nebrig, the director of marketing and communications at the Zach Theatre, in South Austin to learn more about the A Rockin' Holiday Concert.
Abbott: Texas has distributed 224,000 doses of vaccine so far
Texas Governor Greg Abbott provided an update on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Texas at the UPS Distribution Center in Austin.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott provided an update on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Texas at the UPS Distribution Center in Austin.
California judge extends strip club exemption from pandemic-related restrictions
Two San Diego strip clubs can remain open and make their own determinations about providing a safe environment for dancers and patrons during the pandemic, a judge ruled Wednesday, dealing a setback to Gov. Gavin Newsom's health order that calls for such establishments to be shuttered.
Two San Diego strip clubs can remain open and make their own determinations about providing a safe environment for dancers and patrons during the pandemic, a judge ruled Wednesday, dealing a setback to Gov. Gavin Newsom's health order that calls for such establishments to be shuttered.
Over 110K restaurants nationwide closed due to COVID-19 pandemic
According to a survey from the National Restaurant Association, 17% of restaurants have closed and it predicts 10,000 more will close by the end of the year.
According to a survey from the National Restaurant Association, 17% of restaurants have closed and it predicts 10,000 more will close by the end of the year.
Austin-Travis County COVID-19 orders extended through February 16
The City of Austin and Travis County orders extend existing requirements for face coverings, social distancing, and limiting gatherings.
The City of Austin and Travis County orders extend existing requirements for face coverings, social distancing, and limiting gatherings.
Over 110K restaurants nationwide closed due to COVID-19 pandemic
According to a survey from the National Restaurant Association, 17% of restaurants have closed and it predicts 10,000 more will close by the end of the year.?
According to a survey from the National Restaurant Association, 17% of restaurants have closed and it predicts 10,000 more will close by the end of the year.?
Manor High School choir sings virtually for global audience
In a year that has been rather dark, a bright light of Manor High School choir students is?spreading love, one video at a time.
In a year that has been rather dark, a bright light of Manor High School choir students is?spreading love, one video at a time.
Health officials track safety as COVID-19 vaccines roll out
On Tuesday, a health worker in Alaska suffered a severe allergic reaction after receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
On Tuesday, a health worker in Alaska suffered a severe allergic reaction after receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Biden’s team urges Americans to stay home on Inauguration Day and watch ceremony online
President-elect Joe Biden’s inaugural committee has asked the public to stay home on Inauguration Day in a bid to stave off an increase of COVID-19 cases.
President-elect Joe Biden’s inaugural committee has asked the public to stay home on Inauguration Day in a bid to stave off an increase of COVID-19 cases.
Biden to take presidential oath outside Capitol amid COVID-19 restrictions
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will take their oaths of office outside the U.S. Capitol building, but it probably won't look like other inaugurations.
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will take their oaths of office outside the U.S. Capitol building, but it probably won't look like other inaugurations.
Austin-Travis County officials ask church leaders to limit in-person services
Austin and Travis County city and public health officials say with the holiday season, these places could be seeing large groups of people.
Austin and Travis County city and public health officials say with the holiday season, these places could be seeing large groups of people.