Several malls, shopping centers closing temporarily amid COVID-19 concerns

The Galleria Mall, Katy Mills Mall and Houston Premium Outlets are among several malls and shopping centers closing until the end of March.

Travis County bans gatherings of 10 people or more

The announcement came during a press conference held by Austin Mayor Steve Adler and city officials on Tuesday. 

Gov. Abbott activates Texas National Guard in response to COVID-19

Governor Greg Abbott has activated the Texas National Guard to be prepared to assist with response efforts for the coronavirus.

Doctor separates COVID-19 fact from fiction

With all the uncertainty about the coronavirus, one North Texas expert is answering the questions many people have.

COVID-19 stay: Execution halted for man who killed family

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The outbreak of the novel coronavirus prompted the top Texas appeals court on Monday to stay for 60 days the scheduled execution of a man condemned for killing his family.

Austin officials ban gatherings of 250 or more

It follows Austin Public Health’s request on March 13 for event organizers to strongly consider cancelling or postponing events of that size.

Mark Cuban will reimburse his employees who shop local for their lunch, coffee

As many small businesses are taking a hit over coronavirus concerns, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban says he will reimburse his employees with the Mavs and his other companies if they buy their breakfas, lunch, or coffee/tea from a local, independent business.

How to avoid COVID-19 scams

Right now there are fake websites online selling cleaning products, soap, and masks. However, according to experts, some of these websites have no intention of delivering the products.

Pregnant teen dies after falling over border wall

A 19-year-old Guatemala woman, who was 8-months pregnant, died after falling over a section of the border barrier near El Paso.

Police: No evidence of shots fired at College Station shopping mall

The College Station Police Department says officers found no evidence of gunshots or that weapons were displayed after investigating a report of an active shooter at Post Oak Mall.

Bible undamaged as engine fire engulfs truck in Texas: report

A Texas woman’s truck was engulfed in flames Sunday in Deer Park, but she credits some divine intervention – and a little help from the Deer Park Fire Department – for minimizing the damage preventing any injuries to herself and saving her Bible, a report said Monday.

Austin police: Man pushed 78-year-old father off a cliff

As the victim approached the edge looking for the rattlesnake, he told police that McCants shoved him on his side, pushing him off the steep cliff.

Officials with City of Austin announce cancellation of SXSW

Mayor Steve Adler and other city leaders will be providing the community with information and answering questions about how city and county operations concerning the recent coronavirus outbreak. 

Second COVID-19 case reported in Houston

The Houston Health Department has confirmed the second case of coronavirus COVID-19 within the City of Houston, bringing the total number of confirmed and presumptive cases in the greater Houston area to six.