T-Squared: Our new women’s health reporter and copy editor
Shannon Najmabadi will cover women’s health at The Texas Tribune, and Emily Goldstein is our new staff copy editor. Full Story
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President Donald Trump says he's temporarily halting immigration during coronavirus pandemic
Trump tweeted Monday night that he will issue an executive order but gave few details about what it would do — or when he would issue it. Full Story
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Coronavirus in Texas: Most state parks reopen; National Guard to open new testing sites
Our staff is closely tracking developments on the new coronavirus in Texas. Check here for live updates. Full Story
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Texas oil price plummets into the negatives as the coronavirus pandemic's economic woes continue battering the state
It's the lowest price for a barrel of crude since at least the 1980s and another sign, experts say, of rough economic times ahead — especially for Texas' energy sector. Full Story
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Federal appeals court says Texas can block pill-induced abortions during pandemic
In March, Gov. Greg Abbott barred all procedures not “immediately medically necessary,” and the state’s attorney general declared that the restriction applied to abortions — sparking a weekslong court fight and prompting some women to seek abortions out of state. Full Story
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Drive-thrus and free pencils: Texas plans for July elections with in-person voting
Other states may be shifting to increased mail-in voting, but Texas' GOP leaders are fighting efforts to expand the practice. That leaves local elections officials to try to make polling places safe in a pandemic. Full Story
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Officials knew coronavirus could spread at the Houston Rodeo and proceeded with the event anyway
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the city’s largest annual event, attracting 2.5 million people and generating nearly $400 million. But officials pushed forward with this year's 20-day event until there was a positive coronavirus case from community spread. Full Story
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Analysis: In an important election year, politics takes a back seat
The 2020 election year was already momentous, and then a pandemic broke out, demanding the full attention of the voters whom politicians depend on. Everything from how we vote to when we vote is now in question. Full Story
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Is this rural community really Texas’ sickest county?
State data indicates that Donley County in the Panhandle has the highest coronavirus infection rate in Texas. But county Judge John Howard — also the only local doctor — believes that's because he's testing far more than other counties. Full Story
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Coronavirus in Texas: Neiman Marcus preparing to declare bankruptcy; thousands line up for food in Houston
Our staff is closely tracking developments on the new coronavirus in Texas. Check here for live updates. Full Story
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Texas utility regulators have programs to prevent shutoffs during the pandemic. But some Texans are falling through the cracks.
Although some counties have moratoriums on disconnections, in most of the state customers need to apply for the benefit. Full Story
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announces team to restart the economy, loosens some restrictions
The reopening will happen in phases, Abbott said, and will be guided by data and doctors. Full Story
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Texas officials project optimism on hospital capacity, medical resources
Concerns that Texas hospitals would be unable to accommodate a surge of COVID-19 patients seem to have been assuaged in recent days. Full Story
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Texas judge issues order that could greatly expand mail-in voting
A state district judge issued a temporary injunction expanding who can qualify for an absentee ballot for the upcoming elections. The decision faces certain appeal as Democrats and Republicans clash over voter access. Full Story
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Coronavirus in Texas: Judge opens door to expansion of voting by mail
Our staff is closely tracking developments on the new coronavirus in Texas. Check here for live updates. Full Story
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Gov. Greg Abbott relaxes ban on nonessential medical procedures, says courts will decide if abortions can proceed
Abbott's original ban was intended to preserve medical resources. On Friday, he said Texas had ample hospital bed space and a strong supply chain of personal protective equipment. Full Story
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Gov. Greg Abbott keeps Texas classrooms closed for remainder of school year
Doctors and health experts say it isn't safe to let students go back to their schools, the governor said at a news conference announcing executive orders intended to slowly reopen the Texas economy. Full Story
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Federal judge orders Texas prison to provide hand sanitizer, face masks for inmates
The Houston judge issued a temporary order against the Texas Department of Criminal Justice at a geriatric prison after older inmates sued the prison system over its handling of the coronavirus. Full Story
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Medical offices are struggling during the pandemic. Texas health officials are proposing a $334 million lifeline.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission sent the request to Gov. Greg Abbott and a panel of state legislators. Full Story
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![Nurses Amber Phillips, left, and Kristen Howell administer COVID-19 tests at the Austin Regional Clinic drive-up testing center in Kyle on March 31, 2020.]()
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Laredo, a key Texas border crossing, uses strict coronavirus measures as it fears spread to rest of U.S.
With curfews, anti-gathering orders and a requirement to wear masks, Laredo has implemented some of the strictest protective measures in the nation. Full Story
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