The novel coronavirus has caught governments unprepared, put people out of work and set businesses on the brink of closure. Congress is working on a federal stimulus package as unemployment claims in Texas are expected to rise.
Coronavirus in Texas
As the coronavirus spread across the state, The Texas Tribune covered the most important health, economic, academic and breaking developments that affected Texans. Our map tracker showed the number of cases, deaths, tests and vaccinations in Texas from 2020-22.
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Texas is urging patients to seek remote health care. Some insurance plans won’t pay for it.
As millions of Texans isolate themselves in an attempt to limit the spread of COVID-19, state officials are working to ramp up the use of telemedicine. But many health plans are outside of their regulatory authority.
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U.S. Sen. John Cornyn draws rebuke for blaming coronavirus on China
The Republican Texas senator alluded to a now-debunked myth that the outbreak began after a woman ate bat soup. And he incorrectly cited China as the birthplace of two previous outbreaks.
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Coronavirus in Texas 3/18: Tech student with coronavirus violated quarantine protocols, officials say
Our staff is closely tracking developments on the new coronavirus in Texas. Check here for live updates.
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Government guidelines urge people to work from home. So why are government workers required to come to the office?
President Donald Trump issued guidelines suggesting people avoid groups larger than 10 people. Last week, Gov. Greg Abbott directed state agencies to provide flexible and remote work options to employees. But many government workers still don’t have the option.
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Texas universities ramp up online teaching amid coronavirus pandemic
Professors and instructors are polishing their technical skills — with a little trepidation among technological Luddites — as Texas colleges move courses online. The transition is marked by uncertainty, including over how courses like labs and art can be taught virtually.
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Texas lets school districts decide whether students can graduate without STAAR
The state standardized test, taken in third through 12th grade, determines whether students can graduate or move on to the next grade and whether schools can stay open.
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Gov. Greg Abbott on Texas bars and restaurants: Expect an announcement Thursday
“We’re dealing with something … that is not just statewide in scope, not just nationwide in scope, but is worldwide in scope,” Abbott said.
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Texas death linked to coronavirus came from community spread in retirement home
All residents of the retirement community will be tested, Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday.
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TribCast: Texas’ growing response to coronavirus amid a growing outbreak
On this week’s TribCast — a different format in the time of the new coronavirus — Alexa talks to Edgar and Aliyya about the state’s response to a growing outbreak, an assessment of hospital capacity and the impact of school district closures.