AP-NORC poll: Half of Americans would get a COVID-19 vaccine
Health experts already worry about the whiplash if vaccine promises like President Donald Trump’s goal of a 300 million-dose stockpile by January fail. Only time and science will tell -- and the new poll shows the public is indeed skeptical.
Hundreds of complaints of packed bars, clubs over Memorial Day weekend; zero citations issued
Houston-area leaders concerned after hundreds of complaints regarding packed bars and clubs over Memorial Day Weekend.
THE LATEST: Coronavirus COVID-19 cases, deaths, recoveries in greater Houston area
The patients have been linked to a mix of both international travel and community spread.
Local Republican delegates support Trump demand to hold GOP convention
Pres. Trump is threatening to move the RNC if the convention won't be held at full attendance, and Houston-area Republicans support him.
Rental companies selling cars at discounted prices following halt on travel amid COVID-19 lockdowns
As Hertz Global Holdings Inc., files for bankruptcy following a near-halt on most travel amid the coronavirus pandemic, rental companies have reportedly begun selling much of their fleets in an attempt to survive the devastating economic impacts of the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Epidemiologists urge creation of ‘smart testing’ system in US to minimize climbing COVID-19 deaths
A report published on May 20 by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) is calling for greater coordination by state and federal agencies in developing a more accessible and functional coronavirus testing infrastructure across the U.S.
President Trump committed to July 4 celebration in DC despite lawmaker alarm
The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump remains committed to holding a Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s capital even as Democratic lawmakers from the region -- one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus -- warn that the area will not be ready to hold a major event.
Biden calls Trump a 'fool' for mocking masks during pandemic
Joe Biden said Tuesday that wearing a mask in public to combat the spread of the coronavirus is a sign of leadership.
Applying for unemployment while returning to work
As Texas continues to reopen, many questions are being asked around unemployment applications and returning to work.
Preliminary study finds injury to placenta in pregnant women with COVID-19
Researchers say the findings could help inform how pregnant women should be clinically monitored during the pandemic.
Americans are already searching their next vacation destinations, according to Expedia
More Americans are looking to travel domestically as lockdown restrictions ease across the U.S.
Texas water parks, mall food courts, recreational sport programs allowed to reopen this month
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation allowing water parks, recreational sport programs for adults, driver education programs, and food-court dining areas within shopping malls to reopen this month.
MS 150 rescheduled to September 26 due to COVID-19 concerns
The two-day MS 150 event has been shortened to one day and is now scheduled for September 26.
Houston Zoo reopens June 3 with online reservations
The Houston Zoo will reopen to the public on June 3, but visitors must have a reservation.
Where Americans are spending and saving money in coronavirus pandemic
Forty-five percent surveyed said they spent more during quarantine.
Dangerous blood clots pose a perplexing coronavirus threat
Blood clots that can cause strokes, heart attacks and dangerous blockages in the legs and lungs are increasingly being found in COVID-19 patients, including some children.
‘I prayed a lot and cried a lot’: Graduate beats COVID-19 and receives nursing degree
A nursing student spent her last semester at university not olny trying to get through her finals, but battling COVID-19 as well.
US company trials coronavirus vaccine candidate in Australia
A U.S. biotechnology company has begun injecting a coronavirus vaccine candidate into people in Australia with hopes of releasing a proven vaccine this year.
Dickinson VFW opens in time for Memorial Day ceremony
Although the COVID shutdown hit them hard, VFW Post 6378 was determined that the Memorial Day ceremony would not be canceled. Commander Jason Elkins promises they will always be there for the veterans.
Rats growing more aggressive, even eating each other during pandemic
The lack of available food sources due to the shutdown of bars, restaurants, and other businesses during the coronavirus pandemic has reportedly lead to an increase in aggressiveness in rats as they become desperate for food.