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KVUE is keeping you updated with the latest coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, news in the Austin area.
Scroll down for the top headlines and latest updates in KVUE's Sept. 20 live blog.
COVID-19 numbers:
- Texas: More than 686,000 cases have been reported in the state, and more than 14,800 people in Texas have died, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
- Central Texas counties:
- Travis County: Over 28,400 cases have been reported and at least 414 people have died. At least 27,294 people have recovered from the virus.
- Hays County: More than 5,700 confirmed cases have been reported and at least 52 people have died. At least 3,940 people have recovered from the virus.
- Williamson County: More than 8,300 cases have been reported in the county and at least 139 people have died. More than 8,000 people have recovered from the virus.
GRAPHS: Sept. 18 coronavirus data
Updates:
7:02 p.m. – As of Sept. 20, Austin city officials have confirmed that the number of people who have tested positive for coronavirus in the Austin-Travis County area is now 28,441. The county has now reported 414 deaths along with 27,294 recoveries. For an age breakdown of those cases, see the Austin-Travis County online dashboard.
9:30 a.m. – The application for the City of Austin's Relief in a State of Emergency (RISE) 2.0 will close Monday at 7 p.m. The application can be filled out online or over the phone by calling 512-714-6950.
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