Lessons from 1918 influenza should remind us to alter our holiday behavior
Dr. Nancy Tomes, a Stony Brook University history professor, said that during the influenza pandemic, people were encouraged to shop early for the Christmas holidays, as part of the effort to reduce density in stores and prevent the return of the Great Flu.
Dr. Nancy Tomes, a Stony Brook University history professor, said that during the influenza pandemic, people were encouraged to shop early for the Christmas holidays, as part of the effort to reduce density in stores and prevent the return of the Great Flu.
New COVID-19 health & wellness support line for Austin residents
The City of Austin has announced a new resource that will provide short-term counseling and support to Austin workers and families whose mental health has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City of Austin has announced a new resource that will provide short-term counseling and support to Austin workers and families whose mental health has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S.-Canadian border closure extended through Dec. 21
The U.S.-Canadian border will remain closed to non-essential travel for at least another month through Dec. 21 as Covid-19 cases surge across America.
The U.S.-Canadian border will remain closed to non-essential travel for at least another month through Dec. 21 as Covid-19 cases surge across America.
What does emergency use for a coronavirus vaccine mean?
The first COVID-19 vaccines to be given in the U.S. are expected to get a green light from regulators under a process known as emergency use authorization.
The first COVID-19 vaccines to be given in the U.S. are expected to get a green light from regulators under a process known as emergency use authorization.
Newsom imposes curfew on most of California as COVID-19 cases surge
California has issued a "limited" stay-at-home order for all counties in the Purple Tier in the state's COVID-19 reopening metrics, which is more than 90% of the state. The order will put a curfew in place for counties in the most restrictive tier from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily and will take effect Saturday.
California has issued a "limited" stay-at-home order for all counties in the Purple Tier in the state's COVID-19 reopening metrics, which is more than 90% of the state. The order will put a curfew in place for counties in the most restrictive tier from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily and will take effect Saturday.
Nebraska ex-bar employee seeks donations after firing over video of maskless Gov. Ricketts: reports
A Nebraska woman was fired this week after posting video that showed Gov. Pete Ricketts maskless amid the coronavirus pandemic, celebrating on Election Night at the bar where the woman worked.
A Nebraska woman was fired this week after posting video that showed Gov. Pete Ricketts maskless amid the coronavirus pandemic, celebrating on Election Night at the bar where the woman worked.
Pennsylvania's new requirements on testing, mask wearing go into effect on Friday
Pennsylvania's new "targeted and strategic actions" go into effect this Friday and include testing requirements for interstate travel and strengthened mask requirements.
Pennsylvania's new "targeted and strategic actions" go into effect this Friday and include testing requirements for interstate travel and strengthened mask requirements.
Unemployment benefits could be coming to an end the day after Christmas
More than 12 million Americans, including 750,000 Californians, could be losing their unemployment benefits on December 26, if the federal government doesn’t act soon.
More than 12 million Americans, including 750,000 Californians, could be losing their unemployment benefits on December 26, if the federal government doesn’t act soon.
Juliet Italian Kitchen giving away free Thanksgiving meal kits to seniors
An Austin restaurant is stepping in the make sure seniors who will be home alone for Thanksgiving can still enjoy a holiday meal.
An Austin restaurant is stepping in the make sure seniors who will be home alone for Thanksgiving can still enjoy a holiday meal.
Juliet Italian Kitchen giving away free Thanksgiving meal kits to seniors
The deadline to request a free meal kit is Wednesday, November 25 by noon.
The deadline to request a free meal kit is Wednesday, November 25 by noon.
Holiday rush at airports could begin earlier than usual, with less travelers
Airport officials don't expect the number of travelers to take off anytime soon. However, as the holidays approach, they are prepared for more people to get on board.
Airport officials don't expect the number of travelers to take off anytime soon. However, as the holidays approach, they are prepared for more people to get on board.
Travis County restaurants, businesses asked to voluntarily reduce capacity
Businesses and restaurants in Travis County are now being asked to voluntarily reduce their capacity.
Businesses and restaurants in Travis County are now being asked to voluntarily reduce their capacity.
Williamson County moves into Red Phase of COVID-19 response
Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell acknowledged the change in a statement, saying that he has no plans to enact another stay-at-home order.
Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell acknowledged the change in a statement, saying that he has no plans to enact another stay-at-home order.
Holiday rush at airports could begin earlier than usual, with less travelers
Airport officials expect more people to take to the skies during the holiday season, but not only on typical travel days.
Airport officials expect more people to take to the skies during the holiday season, but not only on typical travel days.
Report: 12M Americans to lose jobless benefits day after Christmas
According to findings by The Century Foundation, a policy research institute, 12 million workers will be on one of two main CARES Act programs — Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) — when funding expires on Dec. 26.
According to findings by The Century Foundation, a policy research institute, 12 million workers will be on one of two main CARES Act programs — Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) — when funding expires on Dec. 26.
Netflix's 'Tiger King' star Jeff Lowe accused of inhumane treatment, improper handling of animals
The U.S. Justice Department filed the complaint in federal district court in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
The U.S. Justice Department filed the complaint in federal district court in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
COVID-19 ‘immune memory’ could last at least 6 months, study suggests
According to the study, immunity to the coronavirus infection may last for at least six months, and potentially much longer, after a person was initially infected.
According to the study, immunity to the coronavirus infection may last for at least six months, and potentially much longer, after a person was initially infected.
Abbott won’t order another shutdown of Texas despite COVID-19 spike
The governor said a shutdown would not provide the positive results some people think.
The governor said a shutdown would not provide the positive results some people think.
Travis County moves up to stage four COVID-19 risk guidelines
In his weekly briefing, Escott said he had to lower the threshold for transitioning from stage three to four due to hospital staffing issues.
In his weekly briefing, Escott said he had to lower the threshold for transitioning from stage three to four due to hospital staffing issues.
Abbott won't order another shutdown of Texas despite COVID-19 spike
The governor said a shutdown would not provide the positive results some people think.
The governor said a shutdown would not provide the positive results some people think.