This story will be updated as new information arrives from area government offices, school districts, and other organizations regarding their Coronavirus (COVID-19) preparations and guidelines. City Resources & FAQ | Direct link to ALL city closures | Department of Health Information site ***(8/24/2020) Monday morning, DPH officials reported 145 new cases; however, staff also be reported 13 […]Read More
HOUSTON – Baylor College of Medicine is enrolling participants in a treatment trial for adult patients with a COVID-19 diagnosis who are hospitalized at either Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center or Harris Health System’s Ben Taub Hospital. The trial is sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, part of the National Institutes […]Read More
When Anderson County told residents not to assemble in groups with more than 10 people, officials got some pushback from churches. County Judge Robert Johnston said that was partly because residents wanted to meet on Sundays like they always have, but it was partly because they don’t have a way to meet online. “A lot […]Read More
Officials with the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced Friday the results of a survey from their members, as well as plans to conduct a webinars for businesses next week. With a membership roster of over 1300 businesses, during this COVID-19 Pandemic, many are struggling to remain open, especially after the recent “Stay Home, Work […]Read More
This archive page of our El Paso-area Coronavirus Information has releases and information from March 15 thru 19th. For the most recent health developments on COVID-19, please visit our up-to-the-minute page; for official info, click below. Center for Disease Control (CDC) | World Health Organization | City of El Paso Department of Public Health […]Read More
Small businesses feed, clothe and provide services to our community. They help us thrive, and they employ our friends, family and neighbors. But, today, so many of our small businesses are facing a challenging time because COVID-19 has and will continue to wreak havoc on our entire economy. Many of us have taken the difficult, […]Read More
Disasters always test leaders, but a pandemic isn’t a hurricane or a tornado. It doesn’t come and go in a day or a week. It’s not confined to a geographic area. It’s invisible. It preys on the social ties that bind us into communities, cities, a state. But that’s what government is for, isn’t it? […]Read More
The following list was compiled by State Senator Jose Rodriguez’s office. All the links and information are current as of March 20,2020 As the situation with COVID-19 continues to rapidly evolve, we will be sharing information with you, especially as it relates to state actions and resources. There are innumerable issues to address, but foremost […]Read More
HOUSTON — The state agency that regulates Texas’ behemoth energy industry is weighing a reduction in oil production — at the behest of some producers — as the public health and economic crises fueled by the new coronavirus continue deepening both nationally and here. The Texas Railroad Commission’s potential inquiry into its options comes as […]Read More
WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor Wednesday about his efforts to respond to the Coronavirus outbreak, including Congress’ recent vote for emergency funding and the next steps to address the economic impact. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s floor remarks are below, and downloadable audio and video can be found above “Hospitals around […]Read More
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