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KVUE is keeping you updated with the latest coronavirus and COVID-19 news in the Austin area.
Scroll down for the top headlines and latest updates in KVUE's Dec. 6 live blog.
COVID-19 numbers:
- Texas: More than 1.2 million cases have been reported in the state, and more than 22,500 people in Texas have died, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
- Central Texas counties:
- Travis County: At least 40,209 cases have been reported and at least 494 people have died. At least 36,930 people have recovered from the virus.
- Hays County: At least 7,644 confirmed cases have been reported and at least 106 people have died. At least 6,753 people have recovered from the virus.
- Williamson County: At least 14,012 cases have been reported in the county and at least 169 people have died. At least 12,966 people have recovered from the virus.
GRAPHS: Coronavirus data Dec. 6
Updates:
7:04 p.m. – As of Dec. 6, Austin-Travis County is reporting 40,209 cases of COVID-19, with 494 deaths. At least 36,930 people have recovered. For an age breakdown of those cases, see the Austin-Travis County online dashboard.
3:45 p.m. – Texas Football says three student-athletes and two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. The five individuals tested negative on Friday, traveled with the team to Kansas State for Saturday's game and then tested positive on Sunday.
The team and staff have been sent home for the day today and all team activities have been paused. Tests will be done again on Monday and Tuesday, at which time "a determination and plan for potential return to activities will be made," officials said.
8:30 a.m. – Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Cedar Park is hosting a food drive from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The church is located at 700 West Whitestone Boulevard. To pick up food, families must make an appointment by calling 512-259-0360, extension 201.
8 a.m. – Today is the last day you can get free COVID-19 testing at the Circuit of the Americas. Curative Inc. is offering the no-cost exams from noon until 8 p.m. Only 500 free tests are available, so the testing is first come, first served.
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