Smartphone COVID-19 test created by Sugar Land company

DetectaChem says its detection technology will provide test results for COVID-19 detection in minutes via an automated smartphone app that provides the user real-time information.

Gov. Abbott closes Texas schools until May 4, as part of new executive order

"In accordance with the Guidelines from the President and the CDC, schools shall remain temporarily closed to in-person classroom attendance and shall not recommence before May 4, 2020."

Dow, S&P 500 post worst March since the Great Depression

The Dow, which through Monday had fallen almost 22 percent this year, was on track for its biggest quarterly decline since 1987.

Federal appeals court puts Austin judge ruling on Texas abortion ban on hold

A federal appeals court is putting on hold a victory for Texas abortion providers who are trying to stop the state from shuttering clinics during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus could be airborne, study suggests

It may be possible for the novel coronavirus to transmit through the air, a new study released over the weekend suggests.

Cleaning staff at Barcelona hospital thanked with round of applause

Healthcare staff at Sant Joan de Deu thanked their non-healthcare colleagues with a round of applause for their hard work amid coronvirus pandemic.

Judge Hidalgo clarifies possible release of violent offenders during COVID-19 crisis

Hidalgo is now working with the county attorney’s office, the sheriff, district court judges and the district attorney to depopulate the jail of more than 8,000 inmates.

Better Business Bureau warns of ‘mandatory online COVID-19 test’ text message scam

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) released a warning to individuals involving a text message scam impersonating government agencies in an attempt to obtain sensitive information.

Hideout Theater takes its show to the internet during COVID-19 outbreak
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The Hideout Theater in Austin is inviting you join them for some live theater. Find out how they're bringing the show to you during the COVID-19 outbreak.