States consider big cuts as Congress deadlocks on more coronavirus aid

With the U.S. Senate returning to session next week, some states are renewing their push for aid. Without it, additional cuts are likely. Some governors also have begun proposing tax and fee increases.

Zoo beleaguered by COVID-19 says it might feed some animals to others in ‘worst, worst case’

A zoo in Germany struggling keep its animals fed because of the financial burdens caused by the novel coronavirus pandemic has been faced with the horrifying possibility that it may need to feed some of the animals to each other. 

Space Center Houston features NASA COVID-19 inventions
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Space Center Hpuston has a new exhibit, Mission: Control the Spread. You can see some of the many ways spin-offs from NASA inventions are helping control the pandemic.

Houston woman says CDC moratorium didn't stop notice to vacate

A Houston renter says the CDC's affidavit didn't stop her landlord from issuing a notice to vacate. So what do you do then? Sullivan's Smart Sense shares some options.

Even as hiring slows, American unemployment rate falls to 8.4%

The U.S. unemployment rate fell sharply in August to 8.4% from 10.2% even as hiring slowed in August as employers added the fewest jobs since the pandemic began.

Health officials urging people to stay safe during Labor Day
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The White House Coronavirus Task Force wants the public to adhere to CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of the virus during Labor Day weekend.

Texas surpasses 13K virus deaths; hospitalizations fall

Texas has surpassed 13,000 confirmed coronavirus deaths as hospitalizations continue falling to the lowest levels since June.

Kroger grocery workers protest cut in hazard pay amid COVID-19 pandemic

Houston grocery workers picketed in a protest outside of Kroger in the Heights Thursday. Demonstrators told FOX 26 they are asking that the grocery chain stop cutting benefits for employees who are already risking their health by working through the pandemic.

Pac-12 reaches agreement for rapid COVID-19 testing

The Pac-12 has reached an agreement with a diagnostic testing company that will allow each of the conference’s 12 schools to perform daily, rapid COVID-19 tests on athletes who play close-contact sports.

Houston mother reacts to moratorium on evictions due to COVID-19

Evictions are now on pause as the Coronavirus pandemic continues. One Houston mother spoke with FOX 26 about the announcement by President Donald Trump halting evictions because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

TMC shares latest data on COVID-19 positivity rates, hospitalizations, ICU capacity

Data released daily by the Texas Medical Center shows ICU capacity, daily cases, hospitalizations and other metrics offering insight to the impact of COVID-19 in the Houston area.

Trump says Americans can expect another round of coronavirus stimulus payments

Speaking at the White House during an interview, President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Americans can look forward to another round of stimulus checks before the end of the year. 

COVID-19 safety protocols at Concordia Lutheran High School
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Concordia Lutheran High School in Tomball opened its doors to show us the safety protocols in place to keep students and staff safe.