FOX 7 Discussion: Gov. Abbott on rising COVID-19 number in Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott joins Rebecca Thomas on FOX 7 Austin to talk about the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Texas.
Gov. Greg Abbott joins Rebecca Thomas on FOX 7 Austin to talk about the rising number of COVID-19 cases in Texas.
Gov. Abbott expands local authority on outdoor gatherings
The proclamation follows data showing an increase in COVID-19 transmission in Texas and precedes Independence Day celebrations next week.
The proclamation follows data showing an increase in COVID-19 transmission in Texas and precedes Independence Day celebrations next week.
Abbott: Closing down Texas again will always be the last option
The sudden spike in cases began after Memorial Day. State officials are trying to stop another wave with the Fourth of July around the corner.
The sudden spike in cases began after Memorial Day. State officials are trying to stop another wave with the Fourth of July around the corner.
Abbott says rate of COVID-19 spread ‘unacceptable’ in Texas, doesn’t impose new rules or closures
Gov. Greg Abbott acknowledged the growing numbers of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Texas on Monday but declined to enact any new rules or closures.
Gov. Greg Abbott acknowledged the growing numbers of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Texas on Monday but declined to enact any new rules or closures.
TIMELINE: Texas continued response to COVID-19 pandemic
With lives and the economy hanging in the balance, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been working closely with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to fight the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
With lives and the economy hanging in the balance, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been working closely with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to fight the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Texas students will reportedly be returning to public schools in person this fall
The TEA is expected to release additional guidance for school districts next Tuesday.
The TEA is expected to release additional guidance for school districts next Tuesday.
Texas students will return to school in-person in the fall, Abbott says
Students in Texas will be allowed to return to their classrooms in August.
Students in Texas will be allowed to return to their classrooms in August.
Austin Mayor Steve Adler joins 8 other Texas mayors in asking Abbott for face-covering regulations
The letter says when it comes to face coverings “A one-size-fits-all approach is not the best option. And we should trust local officials to make informed choices about health policy.”
The letter says when it comes to face coverings “A one-size-fits-all approach is not the best option. And we should trust local officials to make informed choices about health policy.”
Gov. Abbott says recent COVID-19 spike is a concern, but not alarming
The Governor said there are several different reasons why there are more people testing positive for the virus.
The Governor said there are several different reasons why there are more people testing positive for the virus.
Texas restaurants increase capacity as state moves to stage 3 of reopening
Although Texas reported the highest number of positive COVID-19 test results a couple of days ago, Abbott said that was because of previously administered tests on prisoners.
Although Texas reported the highest number of positive COVID-19 test results a couple of days ago, Abbott said that was because of previously administered tests on prisoners.
FOX 7 Discussion: Gov. Greg Abbott on COVID-19, recent protests
It has been a big week in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin to talk about COVID-19 numbers, protests, and Confederate monuments.
It has been a big week in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin to talk about COVID-19 numbers, protests, and Confederate monuments.
"Don't be a knucklehead": Nolan Ryan, Gov. Abbott release COVID-19 PSA
In the PSA, entitled "Don't be a Knucklehead," Ryan encourages all Texans to follow effective health and safety protocols like washing their hands, social distancing, and wearing a mask.
In the PSA, entitled "Don't be a Knucklehead," Ryan encourages all Texans to follow effective health and safety protocols like washing their hands, social distancing, and wearing a mask.
Testing to expand in underserved communities disproportionately impacted by COVID-19
TDEM is already working with local officials in the cities of Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, El Paso, Abilene, the Rio Grande Valley, the Coastal Bend, Laredo, and Midland-Odessa to identify and establish walk-up and drive-thru testing sites that will meet the needs of each community.
TDEM is already working with local officials in the cities of Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, El Paso, Abilene, the Rio Grande Valley, the Coastal Bend, Laredo, and Midland-Odessa to identify and establish walk-up and drive-thru testing sites that will meet the needs of each community.
Texas' Tropical Storm Cristobal response complicated by COVID-19
The governor, along with the directors of Texas DPS and State Emergency Management were told the storm will strengthen. By late Sunday or early Monday, it could bring heavy rain and strong winds; mainly to East Texas.
The governor, along with the directors of Texas DPS and State Emergency Management were told the storm will strengthen. By late Sunday or early Monday, it could bring heavy rain and strong winds; mainly to East Texas.
Gov. Abbott holds press conference on hurricane preparedness
Tropical Depression Cristobal is currently forming in the Gulf, and according to the Governor's Office, has the potential to impact parts of Texas as it is expected to regain strength.
Tropical Depression Cristobal is currently forming in the Gulf, and according to the Governor's Office, has the potential to impact parts of Texas as it is expected to regain strength.
Test surge ordered to contain possible COVID-19 outbreak from protests
The strategy to address viral exposure from the protests will be similar to how the state responds to a recent outbreak from meatpacking plants in Amarillo.
The strategy to address viral exposure from the protests will be similar to how the state responds to a recent outbreak from meatpacking plants in Amarillo.
Abbott weighs in on new charges filed in death of George Floyd
On Wednesday afternoon, the Minnesota AG filed arrest warrants for fired Minneapolis Police officers J. Alexander Kueng, Tou Thao, and Thomas Lane.
On Wednesday afternoon, the Minnesota AG filed arrest warrants for fired Minneapolis Police officers J. Alexander Kueng, Tou Thao, and Thomas Lane.
Gov. Abbott announces Phase III to Open Texas
Under Phase III, effective immediately, all Texas businesses will be allowed to operate at up to 50% capacity with limited exceptions. Furthermore, businesses previously allowed to operate at 100% capacity may continue to do so.
Under Phase III, effective immediately, all Texas businesses will be allowed to operate at up to 50% capacity with limited exceptions. Furthermore, businesses previously allowed to operate at 100% capacity may continue to do so.
Texas DPS director says Antifa to blame for looting at Capital Plaza Target
"Ironically those acts of violence and vandalism, they are overshadowing the death of George Floyd rather than shining a light on the injustice that occurred," Abbott said. "They drown out the voices of those who are seeking to protest peacefully.”
"Ironically those acts of violence and vandalism, they are overshadowing the death of George Floyd rather than shining a light on the injustice that occurred," Abbott said. "They drown out the voices of those who are seeking to protest peacefully.”
What did Governor Abbott say at his press conference?
The governor will be speaking on Tuesday, June 2 at Dallas City Hall with the mayors and police chiefs of Dallas-Fort Worth, the Texas DPS director and the adjutant general of the Texas National Guard.
The governor will be speaking on Tuesday, June 2 at Dallas City Hall with the mayors and police chiefs of Dallas-Fort Worth, the Texas DPS director and the adjutant general of the Texas National Guard.