If you find this reporting valuable, consider making a tax-deductible gift today. However, county health director Dr. Philip Huang warned despite a downward trend transmission remains high. With things moving in the right direction, we are making responsible modifications to COVID-19 prevention measures, while also continuing to develop a longer-term action plan for the state.. The Governor said he encourages Texans to get vaccinated, but it's a voluntary choice. KERA News Weekday Update Newsletter Signup, the Texas Department of State Health Services, according to a story in the Dallas Morning News, Facebook post from Perry Stone Ministries, How did health clinics adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic? Dallas ISD has already said it would require masks, in defiance of the governors order. "Now, after the two weeks, we'll reevaluate the data to determine if the mandate should be extended another two weeks or allowed to expire based on the COVID cases in our schools and our community," said McFarland. The consent of a parent or legal guardian may be needed for those under age 18 to receive a vaccination. Dallas County testing sites reopen after winter weather. Experts say omicron variant not top concern in Dallas this holiday season delta is. At a briefing Thursday, Superintendent Michael Hinojosa said masks will be "recommended" as. Mask mandate returns in Richardson ISD; Dallas ISD hunts for subs Richardson ISD re-instated its requirement Friday after seeing a new pandemic high of 1,089 cases -- nearly three times the. "Right now, I think it's, it's important to focus on what we do know is the biggest threat in the United States and that is the delta variant," Hotez said. District Four Commissioner Elba Garcia praised the vaccine incentive and said it's important to accurately track how many gift cards the county is handing out. Each can receive up to $75,000 in funding. Additionally, California has issued a travel alert to recommend that all travelers get tested within three to five days of their arrival in California. 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A person in California became the first in the U.S. to have an identified case of the COVID-19 omicron variant, the White House announced Wednesday as scientists continue to study the risks posed by the new strain of the virus. Abbott's Mask Mandate Ban. It's not so much that we don't have beds available. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Jenkins tweeted about the significant spike in cases. And so there's less demand on testing, so we'll find out after Christmas what is really happening.". Classes resuming today will be in-person instruction. The U.S. Senate rejected Texas Republican Ted Cruz's effort to eliminate funding for vaccine mandates. The decision comes after a judge issued a temporary restraining order this week over-riding Abbotts executive orderbanning mask mandates. The number of patients with COVID-19 in Texas hospitals continues to decline after surging above 13,000 last month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the omicron variant accounts for more than 90% of all COVID-19 cases in Texas. He told city officials that upcoming Spring Break travel plans might lead to an uptick. "As we've been expecting the omicron variant of COVID-19 has arrived in full force," Hidalgo said. Tarrant County's public health director says COVID-19 trends are beginning to stabilize in the county. However, those numbers increased after the holiday season to 1,000s of new cases per day. The Dallas Fed says average employee wages in both sectors increased in November faster than any other time since 2007. She said at a news conference Wednesday restaurants were struggling even before the latest COVID-19 wave. While the omicron variant is still new, Miff said there are a few things that the group knows for sure: it spreads faster than any other variant. Got a tip? 4:10 PM on Aug 12, 2021 CDT Updated at 8:24 PM on Aug 12, 2021 CDT. Another weekly COVID-19 testing site and vaccination clinic opens in Dallas County. Hospital administrators advise people to get fully vaccinated and get a booster shot. Counties in Texas collectively represent all three categories. Even if its a lower percentage that are severe illness, with huge numbers that can still lead to increased numbers of hospitalizations.. Dallas County officials have lowered the COVID-19 risk level to Green which means a new normal for fully vaccinated residents. As universities and colleges reopen this month for the Spring semester, the Texas Faculty Association is concerned for faculty and students amid the surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant. 2:42. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, who leads the Commissioners Court and has. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. The Texas Tribune reports its not clear when Paxton tested positive, whether he has symptoms, or if he's fully vaccinated. Republican Gov. The Texas Attorney General is praising a federal appeals court for upholding Gov. More data are needed to know if omicron infections cause more severe illness or death than infection with other variants, according to the CDC. The funds would be for both federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates and schools that require students to get vaccinated. During the week of November 28 to December 4, the average time patients waited for test results was 1.0 day. All tickets for Friday's scheduled home game will be valid for the rescheduled date. UPDATE#COVID19 Testing Sites will be open tomorrow and operate at regular hours. The assistance is limited to $9,000 per funeral. Dallas County Health Director Dr. Philip Huang told the Dallas County Commissioners Court on Tuesday the vast majority of people hospitalized are unvaccinated. Cruz and a handful of other GOP Senators threatened to block a short-term government funding bill if the Senate did not consider the amendments. In Texas, the agency distributed more than $159 million to 24,386 people. But statewide, COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations are plummeting. While an exact timeframe has not been determined, we are temporarily requiring mask be worn. 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Weatherford ISD is closing schools Wednesday through Friday due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. According to a study released by the Texas Department of State Health Services, unvaccinated Texans are twenty times more likely to die from COVID-19. Jenkins is also encouraging Dallas County residents to wear a. Vaccination appointments can be made by visitingmyturn.ca.govor calling 1-833-422-4255. The county reported 1,009 new cases of COVID-19 Thursday, and UT Southwestern Medical Center predicts the county will reach more than 2,000 daily cases by late August. Texas and other GOP-led states have successfully sued to halt other White House vaccine mandates. Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Harris County reports its first death related to the Omicron COVID-19 variant. Elementary School, School for the Talented and Gifted in Pleasant Grove, William B. Travis Academy/Vanguard for the Academically Talented and Gifted, Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Global Prep Academy at Paul Quinn College, Dr. Wright L. Lassiter Jr. The Texas Department of State Health Services says five facilities in Texas have run out of a monoclonal antibody treatment that is effective against the omicron variant. A group representing Texas teachers says educators are increasingly concerned about the omicron variant, especially as the holiday break approaches. If you've been exposed to COVID, get tested five days later or sooner if you develop symptoms. Join the Observer community and help support Cases In North Texas: Tarrant County: 376,070; Dallas County: 353,389; Denton County: 112,941; Collin County: 109,534. That's more than double the number administrators expect during non-COVID years. Less than 10,000 Texans filed initial claims for benefits in the last full week of Nov. That's a 38% drop from the week before and the lowest level reported since Dec. 2019. But Dallas health officials say residents should check COVID trends before booking their Spring Break travel plans. Earlier this week, Travis County returned to Stage 4, a less restrictive tier of COVID-19 guidelines. Judge blocks federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers after Texas, other states sue. No staffed pediatric ICU beds were left in all of North Texas, according to the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council, but local childrens hospitals said that number is in flux. Its normal for viruses to mutate, Hellerstedt wrote in a statement. However, last month, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the vaccination requirement for health care workers at facilities that receive federal funds. So this is all great news," said health director Vinny Taneja. "During the time of high spread in Delta and . Our FAQ will be continually updated. 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The current rate is 117 cases per 100,000 people. Similarly, Huang said, deaths are also afflicting non-vaccinated people way more than those whove had the shot. Denton County continues to see an increase in cases. Dallas County reported a total of 7,726 new cases of COVID-19 Friday, as well as 10 more COVID-related deaths. The state tells us that were number one we have the number one [state] site for vaccinating people, he started. The U.S. and many other nations already were urging adults to get booster shots to pump up immunity that can wane months after vaccination, calls that intensified with the discovery of the worrisome new omicron variant. In the lawsuit filed Tuesday, state officials are refusing vaccinations in defiance of a Biden administration order that requires National Guard members on state duty to receive COVID-19 vaccinations. Preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show there were about 770,000 out-of-work Texans in Oct. That's down from the peak of roughly 1.7 million in April 2020. Email Alejandra at amartinez@kera.org. Matt Richardson is the director of Denton County Public Health. Yes, the district will continue to provide masks and sanitizer at district schools and facilities. We are already seeing a higher level of transmission this winter and it is important to act now to prevent overwhelming our busy hospitals so we can provide quality health care to all Californians. The post-Thanksgiving bump, we got over that, and with the holidays less testing's happening, labs are closed, or less staff are there, people are just enjoying the holiday time, he said. Tarrant County reports only about 16% of eligible residents have received a booster dose. Bobby Wilkinson, with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, gave an update Thursday on how much money has been distributed through the Texas Rent Relief Program. "It's not normal for us to have double-digit ICU beds. State officials also announced that Indoor mega-events with more than 1,000 people will have to require vaccinations or negative tests for those attending and those who are unvaccinated will be required to wear masks. A new temporary drive-thru COVID-19 testing site opens today in Arlington. Coppell ISD and Richardson ISD told parents that although theyd require masks, they also were watching to see if the order would be overturned by a higher court. Call the 24/7 COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line at (833) 251-7544 Visit https://ntbha.org/ for additional resources Latest Order from Judge Jenkins Click here for Health and Safety Policy-Resources for Businesses "However if a tenant does provide documented evidence, then the tenant then has 60 days from original receipt of the notice to enter into a repayment agreement.". Yet County Health Director Philip Huang said the omicron variant is a serious concern due to its high rate of spread. Denton County hospitalization rate holds, number of cases rise. Most Dallas County school districts say they will follow the mandate. In Dallas County, a 6% increase is expected in the next two weeks. Greg Abbott (R) that prohibits districts from mandating face. Additionally, CDPH updated requirements for attending mega events, like concerts and sporting events. Whitworth stressed a vast majority of the children hospitalized at Cook Children's are unvaccinated. January 05, 2022 Dallas County Reports a Four-Day Total of 4,800 New Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases and 10 Deaths, Including 1,063 Probable Cases . Abbott, who is charged with leading the states disaster response, signed an executive order in May saying that local governments and school districts could not require masks. If you choose a fabric mask, opt for one with three of more cloth layers. Grapevine-Colleyville ISD's website said the district will have to use an inclement weather day and add time to some other days to make up the time off. With case rates increasing 47% since Thanksgiving, the California Department of Public Health will require universal masking to increase protection to individuals, families, and communities during the holidays. COVID-19 Mental Health Resources are available for Dallas County Residents. The The. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Republican North Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne, who mainly flies out of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airportone of the largest airports in the nation. The committee also wants to limit public gatherings and enforce universal masking. Beginning December 15, CDPH will require masks to be worn in all indoor public settings irrespective of vaccine status through January 15, 2022, at which point California will make further recommendations as needed in response to the pandemic. A federal judge blocked the requirement last week. The week after Christmas, Denton County reported a record of nearly 8,000 COVID cases in one week. Texas Tribune. The Texas Restaurant Association continues to push Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Abbott has already filed a petition asking an appellate court to strike down the order. This is for all of us, we are all team public health and the enemy is the virus and right now the enemy is winning, Jenkins said. The number of Texans seeking first-time benefits increased more than 75% for the week ending Dec. 4th. Dr. Joseph Chang called it inevitable. Texas jobless claims hit another record low since the start of the pandemic. Following Jenkins announcement, these school districts in Dallas County confirmed they would enforce the mask mandate: Representatives from Sunnyvale ISD indicated the district was still working through the decision. No matter what kind of mask you wear, check the fit by avoiding gaps above the nose or on the sides. All K-12 public schools, child care centers and commercial entities in Dallas County must require masks, according to an emergency order issued by Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins Wednesday . Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. And in medium-risk counties, people who are immunocompromised should talk to their doctor about continuing to wear a mask. Ken Paxton celebrates court's decision to keep Texas ban on mask mandates in schools. Copyright 2023 KSAT.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. 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The first two cases of omicron were found in North Texas last week: a 35-year-old man from Tarrant County and a 40-year-old man from Collin County. Omicron has loosened its hold on California, vaccines for children under 5 are around the corner, and access to COVID-19 treatments is improving, said state Public Health Officer Dr. Toms J. Aragn. Dallas ISD is among several North Texas districts boosting pay for substitute teachers as a way to try to attract more workers. On August 11, 2021, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins signed an emergency executive order, taking effect at 11:59 p.m. that same day, requiring “all child care centers and Pre-K . Scott Schalchlin is the deputy executive commissioner for the agency's Health and Specialty Care System. The FDA recommends the eligibility for teens will be five months instead of six. He was 64. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Irving, have sued the CDC over that mandate. Parkland Hospital opens new COVID-19 testing site. If there is a positive case identified at a campus, the schools COVID-19 Response Team will identify and notify close contacts. The complaint says Van Duyne averages 80 flights per year and would not choose to wear a mask, while at an airport or on a flight if it was not required. Paxton and the Texas Public Policy Foundation, a conservative think tank, are suing the Biden administration over the federal air travel mask requirement.
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If you find this reporting valuable, consider making a tax-deductible gift today. However, county health director Dr. Philip Huang warned despite a downward trend transmission remains high. With things moving in the right direction, we are making responsible modifications to COVID-19 prevention measures, while also continuing to develop a longer-term action plan for the state.. The Governor said he encourages Texans to get vaccinated, but it's a voluntary choice. KERA News Weekday Update Newsletter Signup, the Texas Department of State Health Services, according to a story in the Dallas Morning News, Facebook post from Perry Stone Ministries, How did health clinics adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic? Dallas ISD has already said it would require masks, in defiance of the governors order. "Now, after the two weeks, we'll reevaluate the data to determine if the mandate should be extended another two weeks or allowed to expire based on the COVID cases in our schools and our community," said McFarland. The consent of a parent or legal guardian may be needed for those under age 18 to receive a vaccination. Dallas County testing sites reopen after winter weather. Experts say omicron variant not top concern in Dallas this holiday season delta is. At a briefing Thursday, Superintendent Michael Hinojosa said masks will be "recommended" as. Mask mandate returns in Richardson ISD; Dallas ISD hunts for subs Richardson ISD re-instated its requirement Friday after seeing a new pandemic high of 1,089 cases -- nearly three times the. "Right now, I think it's, it's important to focus on what we do know is the biggest threat in the United States and that is the delta variant," Hotez said. District Four Commissioner Elba Garcia praised the vaccine incentive and said it's important to accurately track how many gift cards the county is handing out. Each can receive up to $75,000 in funding. Additionally, California has issued a travel alert to recommend that all travelers get tested within three to five days of their arrival in California. 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A person in California became the first in the U.S. to have an identified case of the COVID-19 omicron variant, the White House announced Wednesday as scientists continue to study the risks posed by the new strain of the virus. Abbott's Mask Mandate Ban. It's not so much that we don't have beds available. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Jenkins tweeted about the significant spike in cases. And so there's less demand on testing, so we'll find out after Christmas what is really happening.". Classes resuming today will be in-person instruction. The U.S. Senate rejected Texas Republican Ted Cruz's effort to eliminate funding for vaccine mandates. The decision comes after a judge issued a temporary restraining order this week over-riding Abbotts executive orderbanning mask mandates. The number of patients with COVID-19 in Texas hospitals continues to decline after surging above 13,000 last month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the omicron variant accounts for more than 90% of all COVID-19 cases in Texas. He told city officials that upcoming Spring Break travel plans might lead to an uptick. "As we've been expecting the omicron variant of COVID-19 has arrived in full force," Hidalgo said. Tarrant County's public health director says COVID-19 trends are beginning to stabilize in the county. However, those numbers increased after the holiday season to 1,000s of new cases per day. The Dallas Fed says average employee wages in both sectors increased in November faster than any other time since 2007. She said at a news conference Wednesday restaurants were struggling even before the latest COVID-19 wave. While the omicron variant is still new, Miff said there are a few things that the group knows for sure: it spreads faster than any other variant. Got a tip? 4:10 PM on Aug 12, 2021 CDT Updated at 8:24 PM on Aug 12, 2021 CDT. Another weekly COVID-19 testing site and vaccination clinic opens in Dallas County. Hospital administrators advise people to get fully vaccinated and get a booster shot. Counties in Texas collectively represent all three categories. Even if its a lower percentage that are severe illness, with huge numbers that can still lead to increased numbers of hospitalizations.. Dallas County officials have lowered the COVID-19 risk level to Green which means a new normal for fully vaccinated residents. As universities and colleges reopen this month for the Spring semester, the Texas Faculty Association is concerned for faculty and students amid the surge in COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant. 2:42. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, who leads the Commissioners Court and has. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. The Texas Tribune reports its not clear when Paxton tested positive, whether he has symptoms, or if he's fully vaccinated. Republican Gov. The Texas Attorney General is praising a federal appeals court for upholding Gov. More data are needed to know if omicron infections cause more severe illness or death than infection with other variants, according to the CDC. The funds would be for both federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates and schools that require students to get vaccinated. During the week of November 28 to December 4, the average time patients waited for test results was 1.0 day. All tickets for Friday's scheduled home game will be valid for the rescheduled date. UPDATE#COVID19 Testing Sites will be open tomorrow and operate at regular hours. The assistance is limited to $9,000 per funeral. Dallas County Health Director Dr. Philip Huang told the Dallas County Commissioners Court on Tuesday the vast majority of people hospitalized are unvaccinated. Cruz and a handful of other GOP Senators threatened to block a short-term government funding bill if the Senate did not consider the amendments. In Texas, the agency distributed more than $159 million to 24,386 people. But statewide, COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations are plummeting. While an exact timeframe has not been determined, we are temporarily requiring mask be worn. 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Weatherford ISD is closing schools Wednesday through Friday due to a rise in COVID-19 cases. According to a study released by the Texas Department of State Health Services, unvaccinated Texans are twenty times more likely to die from COVID-19. Jenkins is also encouraging Dallas County residents to wear a. Vaccination appointments can be made by visitingmyturn.ca.govor calling 1-833-422-4255. The county reported 1,009 new cases of COVID-19 Thursday, and UT Southwestern Medical Center predicts the county will reach more than 2,000 daily cases by late August. Texas and other GOP-led states have successfully sued to halt other White House vaccine mandates. Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Harris County reports its first death related to the Omicron COVID-19 variant. Elementary School, School for the Talented and Gifted in Pleasant Grove, William B. Travis Academy/Vanguard for the Academically Talented and Gifted, Mark Twain School for the Talented and Gifted, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Global Prep Academy at Paul Quinn College, Dr. Wright L. Lassiter Jr. The Texas Department of State Health Services says five facilities in Texas have run out of a monoclonal antibody treatment that is effective against the omicron variant. A group representing Texas teachers says educators are increasingly concerned about the omicron variant, especially as the holiday break approaches. If you've been exposed to COVID, get tested five days later or sooner if you develop symptoms. Join the Observer community and help support Cases In North Texas: Tarrant County: 376,070; Dallas County: 353,389; Denton County: 112,941; Collin County: 109,534. That's more than double the number administrators expect during non-COVID years. Less than 10,000 Texans filed initial claims for benefits in the last full week of Nov. That's a 38% drop from the week before and the lowest level reported since Dec. 2019. But Dallas health officials say residents should check COVID trends before booking their Spring Break travel plans. Earlier this week, Travis County returned to Stage 4, a less restrictive tier of COVID-19 guidelines. Judge blocks federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers after Texas, other states sue. No staffed pediatric ICU beds were left in all of North Texas, according to the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council, but local childrens hospitals said that number is in flux. Its normal for viruses to mutate, Hellerstedt wrote in a statement. However, last month, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the vaccination requirement for health care workers at facilities that receive federal funds. So this is all great news," said health director Vinny Taneja. "During the time of high spread in Delta and . Our FAQ will be continually updated. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, who leads the Commissioners Court and has managed the countys pandemic response, announced new regulations Wednesday as part of an executive order in response to the new wave. Superintendent Michael McFarland said it was necessary after an increase in COVID-19 cases. Texas factory activity picked up speed this month, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas' monthly manufacturing survey. She talked to public radio's Texas Standard. This development came less than a month after the first reported U.S. case of the variant. State educators are concerned for faculty and students amid the surge in COVID-19 cases ahead of the spring semester. 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The current rate is 117 cases per 100,000 people. Similarly, Huang said, deaths are also afflicting non-vaccinated people way more than those whove had the shot. Denton County continues to see an increase in cases. Dallas County reported a total of 7,726 new cases of COVID-19 Friday, as well as 10 more COVID-related deaths. The state tells us that were number one we have the number one [state] site for vaccinating people, he started. The U.S. and many other nations already were urging adults to get booster shots to pump up immunity that can wane months after vaccination, calls that intensified with the discovery of the worrisome new omicron variant. In the lawsuit filed Tuesday, state officials are refusing vaccinations in defiance of a Biden administration order that requires National Guard members on state duty to receive COVID-19 vaccinations. Preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show there were about 770,000 out-of-work Texans in Oct. That's down from the peak of roughly 1.7 million in April 2020. Email Alejandra at amartinez@kera.org. Matt Richardson is the director of Denton County Public Health. Yes, the district will continue to provide masks and sanitizer at district schools and facilities. We are already seeing a higher level of transmission this winter and it is important to act now to prevent overwhelming our busy hospitals so we can provide quality health care to all Californians. The post-Thanksgiving bump, we got over that, and with the holidays less testing's happening, labs are closed, or less staff are there, people are just enjoying the holiday time, he said. Tarrant County reports only about 16% of eligible residents have received a booster dose. Bobby Wilkinson, with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, gave an update Thursday on how much money has been distributed through the Texas Rent Relief Program. "It's not normal for us to have double-digit ICU beds. State officials also announced that Indoor mega-events with more than 1,000 people will have to require vaccinations or negative tests for those attending and those who are unvaccinated will be required to wear masks. A new temporary drive-thru COVID-19 testing site opens today in Arlington. Coppell ISD and Richardson ISD told parents that although theyd require masks, they also were watching to see if the order would be overturned by a higher court. Call the 24/7 COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line at (833) 251-7544 Visit https://ntbha.org/ for additional resources Latest Order from Judge Jenkins Click here for Health and Safety Policy-Resources for Businesses "However if a tenant does provide documented evidence, then the tenant then has 60 days from original receipt of the notice to enter into a repayment agreement.". Yet County Health Director Philip Huang said the omicron variant is a serious concern due to its high rate of spread. Denton County hospitalization rate holds, number of cases rise. Most Dallas County school districts say they will follow the mandate. In Dallas County, a 6% increase is expected in the next two weeks. Greg Abbott (R) that prohibits districts from mandating face. Additionally, CDPH updated requirements for attending mega events, like concerts and sporting events. Whitworth stressed a vast majority of the children hospitalized at Cook Children's are unvaccinated. January 05, 2022 Dallas County Reports a Four-Day Total of 4,800 New Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases and 10 Deaths, Including 1,063 Probable Cases . Abbott, who is charged with leading the states disaster response, signed an executive order in May saying that local governments and school districts could not require masks. If you choose a fabric mask, opt for one with three of more cloth layers. Grapevine-Colleyville ISD's website said the district will have to use an inclement weather day and add time to some other days to make up the time off. With case rates increasing 47% since Thanksgiving, the California Department of Public Health will require universal masking to increase protection to individuals, families, and communities during the holidays. COVID-19 Mental Health Resources are available for Dallas County Residents. The The. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Republican North Texas Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne, who mainly flies out of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airportone of the largest airports in the nation. The committee also wants to limit public gatherings and enforce universal masking. Beginning December 15, CDPH will require masks to be worn in all indoor public settings irrespective of vaccine status through January 15, 2022, at which point California will make further recommendations as needed in response to the pandemic. A federal judge blocked the requirement last week. The week after Christmas, Denton County reported a record of nearly 8,000 COVID cases in one week. Texas Tribune. The Texas Restaurant Association continues to push Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund. Abbott has already filed a petition asking an appellate court to strike down the order. This is for all of us, we are all team public health and the enemy is the virus and right now the enemy is winning, Jenkins said. The number of Texans seeking first-time benefits increased more than 75% for the week ending Dec. 4th. Dr. Joseph Chang called it inevitable. Texas jobless claims hit another record low since the start of the pandemic. Following Jenkins announcement, these school districts in Dallas County confirmed they would enforce the mask mandate: Representatives from Sunnyvale ISD indicated the district was still working through the decision. No matter what kind of mask you wear, check the fit by avoiding gaps above the nose or on the sides. All K-12 public schools, child care centers and commercial entities in Dallas County must require masks, according to an emergency order issued by Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins Wednesday . Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. And in medium-risk counties, people who are immunocompromised should talk to their doctor about continuing to wear a mask. Ken Paxton celebrates court's decision to keep Texas ban on mask mandates in schools. Copyright 2023 KSAT.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. 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The first two cases of omicron were found in North Texas last week: a 35-year-old man from Tarrant County and a 40-year-old man from Collin County. Omicron has loosened its hold on California, vaccines for children under 5 are around the corner, and access to COVID-19 treatments is improving, said state Public Health Officer Dr. Toms J. Aragn. Dallas ISD is among several North Texas districts boosting pay for substitute teachers as a way to try to attract more workers. On August 11, 2021, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins signed an emergency executive order, taking effect at 11:59 p.m. that same day, requiring “all child care centers and Pre-K . Scott Schalchlin is the deputy executive commissioner for the agency's Health and Specialty Care System. The FDA recommends the eligibility for teens will be five months instead of six. He was 64. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Irving, have sued the CDC over that mandate. Parkland Hospital opens new COVID-19 testing site. If there is a positive case identified at a campus, the schools COVID-19 Response Team will identify and notify close contacts. The complaint says Van Duyne averages 80 flights per year and would not choose to wear a mask, while at an airport or on a flight if it was not required. Paxton and the Texas Public Policy Foundation, a conservative think tank, are suing the Biden administration over the federal air travel mask requirement. Pentecostal Church Singapore,
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