Dueling Trump-Biden events offer contrasting coronavirus responses

“I’m supposedly an expert in foreign policy,” Biden said of his lengthy career in the Senate and as vice president. “Well, health care is more complicated than foreign policy. It really is.”

NFL cancels Cowboys vs. Steelers Hall of Fame game due to coronavirus

The NFL on Thursday canceled the Hall of Fame game that traditionally opens the preseason and is delaying the 2020 induction ceremonies for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Tarrant County issues face mask mandate for businesses

Tarrant County will now require all businesses in the county to mandate that customers and workers wear face coverings.

CDC adds 3 new coronavirus symptoms to list

Congestion or runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea were added were added to the list.

Gov. Abbott announces 'temporary pause' on reopening of Texas as COVID-19 outbreak worsens

Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday announced a temporary pause on any further phases to reopen Texas as the state responds to an increase in positive COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.

Georgia couple married 64 years wouldn't let COVID-19 keep them apart

“For better or worse, in sickness and in health…” are part of the traditional marriage vows. It’s been more than 64 years since this Georgia couple made those vows and the recent coronavirus pandemic certainly put those to the test. But they will make you believe love conquers all.

Who would be the first to get a COVID-19 vaccine?

Who would be the first to get a COVID-19 vaccine? Probably people in the country where the first effective vaccine is developed.

New CDC model predicts up to 150,000 American COVID-19 deaths by mid-July

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its latest forecast of expected U.S. coronavirus deaths,  predicting that between 130,000 and 150,000 Americans would die of the novel virus by July 18. 

Texans traveling to tri-state area required to self-quarantine due to spike in state cases

New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will require people traveling from Texas and other states with rising cases to quarantine for 14 days. That order takes effect Wednesday night.

TABC continues Operation Safe Open this weekend

TABC says the enforcement effort follows nearly six weeks of outreach to educate business owners about health and safety requirements enacted by Gov. Greg Abbott in May.

Gov. Abbott says Texas facing 'massive' COVID-19 outbreak

The number of new cases and hospitalizations hit record highs on Wednesday and some new local restrictions may be needed to protect hospital space for new patients, Abbott said.

IMF downgrades outlook for global economy in face of virus

The International Monetary Fund has sharply lowered its forecast for global growth this year because it envisions far more severe economic damage from the coronavirus than it did just two months ago.

NY, NJ, and CT order quarantine for visitors from states with high infection numbers

The governors of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut are ordering a mandatory 14-day quarantine on visitors from states with high COVID-19 cases.  They made the announcement on Wednesday morning in a joint news conference.