Austin reports first measles case according Mayor Kirk Watson
Texans remain on edge across the state as the measles outbreak continues to spread with the total of infected residents nearing 150. Two days removed from the nation's first fatality from the disease,
Austin reports its first local measles case amid Texas outbreak
An unvaccinated infant was exposed to the virus while vacationing with their family overseas, Austin Public Health said.
What to know about U.S. measles outbreaks: This SC neighbor is reporting cases
While there are usually cases and even minor outbreaks reported yearly, the 2025 outbreak is on track to be the largest in six years.
Texas Measles Cases Rises to 146 in an Outbreak That Led to a Child's Death
Texas health officials say the number of people with measles has increased to 146 in rural West Texas outbreak that led this week to the death of a school-aged child who was not vaccinated
What to know about the deadly measles outbreak infecting Texas children
Measles was considered to be eliminted in the U.S. in 2000, thanks to vaccine developments. But vaccination rates have dropped since the covid pandemic began.
At the center of Texas measles outbreak, a by-the-numbers look at high rates of vaccine exemptions
Gaines County in West Texas is at the heart of the ongoing measles outbreak. Non-medical vaccine exemption rates there are high.
Measles Outbreak in Texas Claims Life of Unvaccinated Child
New numbers have been released by the DSHS regarding the measles outbreak in Gaines County and the surrounding communities: 124 individuals, including at least 101 children and 18
After dismissing outbreak as ‘not unusual,’ RFK Jr. says ending measles in Texas is ‘top priority’
I recognize the serious impact of this outbreak on families, children, and healthcare workers,” Kennedy wrote on X Friday night.
Sites like Airbnb, VRBO will soon have to collect hotel occupancy taxes for city of Austin
The Austin City Council on Thursday approved a significant change to the city’s short-term rental rules that will require ...
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Austin punts on adopting some new short-term rental rules, will wait on legislative session
The city was scheduled to vote Thursday on rules that staff said would make it harder for short-term rental owners to skirt ...
Measles case confirmed in Austin infant, city leaders say
An Austin infant is among the latest in the state to have contracted measles. Austin Mayor Kirk Watson confirmed the case Friday afternoon during a press conference, according to KXAN-TV, the NBC ...
Austin leaders expected to vote on new short-term rental rules Thursday
There are several short-term rental ordinances city staff are putting before the public and city council Thursday. The city ...
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Austin airport breaks ground on new parking garage to keep up with growing demand
AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport broke ground on a new parking garage. It will be removing a ...
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What Austin leaders are saying about ICE operations, immigration issues surrounding city
"We were probably looking for that person as well," Davis said. Mayor Kirk Watson discussed how the city is navigating the current immigration landscape. Watson, who is now serving his fourth term ...
Austin Infrastructure Academy tees up spring launch as billions in transit projects progress
The Austin Infrastructure Academy will host its inaugural expo event later this spring to build up a local pipeline of ...
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Watson calls for a delay on new STR rules
Mayor Kirk Watson is recommending a delay on new short-term rental regulations, pending action at the state Legislature on the topic. “In my view, we are not ready to make some of the key decisions ...
Austin airport breaks ground on new Yellow Garage
The Yellow Garage will replace the Red Garage, which will be removed to make way for the expansion of the Barbara Jordan Terminal.
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City Council Gets Its Head in the Game
And, of course, Mayor Kirk Watson (something of a rookie in Council’s 10-1 era but as veteran as they come in Austin politics) will return to lead the dais. Kirk Watson only has two years of ...
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Council will likely delay implementing new STR rules pending legislative action
Austin City Council today will consider an overhaul of the city’s short-term rental regulations but is expected to delay implementing most changes until the summer. At Tuesday’s work session, Mayor ...