By Jolie McCullough, The Texas Tribune May 12, 2020 “Texas prisons to begin widespread coronavirus testing for inmates with self-administered tests” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues….

By Alexa Ura, The Texas Tribune May 11, 2020 “Texas doubles early voting period for July primary runoff elections” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Ahead of…

Nadia Ramlagan, Public News Service – KY FRANKFORT, Ky. — For the more than 300,000 veterans living in the Commonwealth, the coronavirus pandemic has hindered in-person doctor visits, and many are turning to telehealth. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs said use of video appointments has skyrocketed and reported more…

By Clare Proctor, The Texas Tribune May 12, 2020 ““Every day for two weeks, I would cry a little”: Coronavirus takes a toll on clients and mental health professionals” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them —…

Nadia Ramlagan, Public News Service – TN NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A new report finds 43 million Americans could lose their employer-sponsored health coverage under worst-case-scenario unemployment projections, as the country slides deeper into a recession. The findings from the Urban Institute highlight the crippling effect the coronavirus pandemic is likely…

By Jim Henson and Joshua Blank, The Texas Tribune May 12, 2020 “Analysis: The coronavirus hits Texans of color harder. You can see it in public opinion polling.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…

By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2020 Maverick County Judge David R. Saucedo announced on Monday, May 11, 2020 at a press conference that Maverick County, the City of Eagle Pass, and the Local Health Authority will take over the Emergency Room operations at the Fort…

By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2020 The City of Eagle Pass and Maverick County Local Health Authority Dr. Victoriano Valdez announced at the joint City and County daily press conference held on Monday, May 11, 2020, that four new people had tested positive for COVID-19…

By Clare Proctor, The Texas Tribune May 11, 2020 “Texas has billions in its rainy day fund. But legislators say they won’t use it until January.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy,…

Roz Brown, Public News Service – NV LAS VEGAS — The National Association of Counties has joined seven other organizations in praising the coronavirus financial relief approved by Congress, but the organizations also are requesting more aid for state and local governments, so they can maintain services as revenues plummet….