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Overall in Travis County there has been a total of 10,695 cases since mid-March.
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The new dataset includes an interactive Flood Factor dashboard that anyone can use to assess the risk of flooding over a 30-year period for any address.
Travis County Judge supports state masking order, says county will enforce
After Gov. Greg Abbot's statewise mandate to wear masks that cover mouth and nose, Travis County Judge Sam Biscoe voiced his support.
Austin police will no longer arrest for low-level marijuana possession
Austin police will no longer arrest or issue citations for most marijuana possession offenses under 4 ounces.
Gov. Greg Abbott: Texans must wear masks in public starting July 3
"COVID-19 is not going away," Gov. Abbott said. "In fact, it is getting worse."
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When interest rates are low, homeowners may look to save money by refinancing, which means getting a new mortgage with a better term or interest rate to lower payments.
Survey: Texans support emphasis on improving economy, safety, pollution to address overall health
“COVID-19 is clearly showing what Texans already know: the state needs to address underlying, non-medical conditions that have a dramatic impact on their health,” Episcopal Health Foundation President and CEO Elena Marks said.
Deluge of new COVID-19 cases forces Austin-area health officials to limit testing, shift tracing strategy
Fighting antiquated fax machines and a sharp rise in the demand for testing, officials said contact tracers are not able to get in touch with residents quickly enough to prevent the spread of the virus.
Construction begins on new fire and EMS station in Southwest Austin
As one of five new stations geared at improving citywide response times, the new station will serve the Sunset Valley and Travis Country communities.
CommUnityCare will no longer test asymptomatic people for COVID-19 as testing demand swells
CommUnityCare Health Centers is now only testing individuals who show symptoms, those who have a known exposure to the coronavirus or those with other existing health conditions.
Read the latest on 4th of July celebrations in Central Texas
Area cities have canceled or modified their Independence Day events.
Walmart to bring drive-in movies to 160 stores nationwide in August, launch virtual summer camp
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