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.

Fauci: Next few weeks critical to tamping down virus spikes

Fauci was testifying along with the heads of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration and a top official at the Department of Health and Human Services.

TEA, medical experts release guidelines for reopening Texas schools

The Texas Education Agency hosted a call Tuesday with superintendents across the state to discuss plans for returning to school.

Dallas County reports record-breaking COVID-19 hospitalizations, 445 new cases

Dallas County health officials are reporting a near record-breaking 445 new cases of COVID-19 and the highest number of coronavirus hospitalizations so far.

Houston children’s hospital begins admitting adult patients as COVID-19 outbreak worsens

The largest pediatric hospital in the United States has begun admitting adult patients to provide more hospital capacity in Texas, where coronavirus cases continue to soar.

TABC suspends 17 Texas bar, restaurant permits for not following COVID-19 protocols, including 4 in Austin

TABC says that following a weekend of undercover operations, agents found evidence to suspend the permits as part of Operation Safe Open, an effort to inspect businesses across Texas to ensure they’re following protocols to slow the spread of COVID-19.