Health officials: 11-year-old Florida boy died from the coronavirus
A family in South Florida is mourning the loss of their 11-year-old boy, who passed away from the coronavirus, they said.
A family in South Florida is mourning the loss of their 11-year-old boy, who passed away from the coronavirus, they said.
What will the next coronavirus relief bill look like? Congress mulls stimulus checks and back-to-work bonus
As a recent coronavirus resurgence threatens to derail the U.S. economy's gradual recovery from the worst downturn since the Great Depression, the spike in cases has put added pressure on Congress to pass another round of fiscal aid.
As a recent coronavirus resurgence threatens to derail the U.S. economy's gradual recovery from the worst downturn since the Great Depression, the spike in cases has put added pressure on Congress to pass another round of fiscal aid.
Mexican state eyes closing US border as COVID-19 cases rise in Arizona
Reacting to a spike in virus cases reported in Arizona, the top health official in the Mexican state of Sonora is asking Mexico’s federal government to temporarily close the border to non-essential visits from the U.S.
Reacting to a spike in virus cases reported in Arizona, the top health official in the Mexican state of Sonora is asking Mexico’s federal government to temporarily close the border to non-essential visits from the U.S.
Riverside County man dies one day after posting about contracting virus at party
“Don’t be a (bleeping) idiot like me,” wrote Thomas Macias on his Facebook page. It was a message full of regret. He was warning people about going to parties without wearing a mask.
“Don’t be a (bleeping) idiot like me,” wrote Thomas Macias on his Facebook page. It was a message full of regret. He was warning people about going to parties without wearing a mask.
First responders concerned about response during Fourth of July holiday
Many July 4th celebrations have been canceled due to the massive spike of coronavirus cases in our area, but that doesn’t mean that the concern over fireworks safety goes away.
Many July 4th celebrations have been canceled due to the massive spike of coronavirus cases in our area, but that doesn’t mean that the concern over fireworks safety goes away.
Statewide mask requirement in Texas now in effect
A verbal or written warning can be issued for a first-time violator of the maks requirement. A person’s second violation can result in a fine of up to $250. Local law enforcement can issue warnings and fines, but cannot arrest or jail people.
A verbal or written warning can be issued for a first-time violator of the maks requirement. A person’s second violation can result in a fine of up to $250. Local law enforcement can issue warnings and fines, but cannot arrest or jail people.
Houston Fire Department staffing issues causing stress ahead of holiday weekend
Staffing issues within the Houston Fire Department is causing stress ahead of the busy upcoming holiday weekend.
Staffing issues within the Houston Fire Department is causing stress ahead of the busy upcoming holiday weekend.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott issues mask order for Texans
Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday that Texans should wear a mask. The mandate starts at 12:01 p.m. Friday, however, there are some exceptions.
Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday that Texans should wear a mask. The mandate starts at 12:01 p.m. Friday, however, there are some exceptions.
Wear a face covering or pay up: Deputies to issue $300 citation for non-mask wearers in West Hollywood
Refusing to wear a face covering in West Hollywood could cost you $300 in fines and fees beginning Thursday.
Refusing to wear a face covering in West Hollywood could cost you $300 in fines and fees beginning Thursday.
Study uncovers which non-medical face mask best protects against coronavirus
A new study found which types of masks offer the best protection against the coronavirus.
A new study found which types of masks offer the best protection against the coronavirus.
With hospitals pushed to capacity, health leaders urge holiday caution
The steady surge of new COVID-19 hospitalizations has pushed Harris County’s indigent health care safety net to the very brink of busting.
The steady surge of new COVID-19 hospitalizations has pushed Harris County’s indigent health care safety net to the very brink of busting.
One on One: Gov. Abbott speaks about mandatory mask order
FOX 26 Anchor Jonathan Martin speaks with Governor Abbott hours after he issued an order requiring citizens to wear masks in public.
FOX 26 Anchor Jonathan Martin speaks with Governor Abbott hours after he issued an order requiring citizens to wear masks in public.
Scammers prey on the vulnerable during COVID-19 crisis
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan gives you a look at the wide array of scams that use the fear of COVID-19 to steal from others.
FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan gives you a look at the wide array of scams that use the fear of COVID-19 to steal from others.
City of Galveston prepares for 4th of July beach closures
The City of Galveston announced its beaches will be closed the weekend of the 4th of July in order to prevent COVID-19 infection rates from skyrocketing.
The City of Galveston announced its beaches will be closed the weekend of the 4th of July in order to prevent COVID-19 infection rates from skyrocketing.
Houston-area health officials warn supply of available hospital beds dwindling
FOX 26 Reporter Greg Groogan speaks with health officials from around the area before the 4th of July weekend.
FOX 26 Reporter Greg Groogan speaks with health officials from around the area before the 4th of July weekend.
Confirmed coronavirus cases are rising in 40 of 50 states
The U.S. recorded 50,700 new cases, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.The number of confirmed coronavirus cases per day in the U.S. climbed to an all-time high on Thursday.
The U.S. recorded 50,700 new cases, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.The number of confirmed coronavirus cases per day in the U.S. climbed to an all-time high on Thursday.
Twitter says it will add an edit button to tweets when ‘everyone wears a mask’
Twitter users have long asked for the ability to edit their tweets, and now the company has offered to provide one — but there are strings attached.
Twitter users have long asked for the ability to edit their tweets, and now the company has offered to provide one — but there are strings attached.
Disney College Program remains suspended amid coronavirus pandemic
The popular Disney College Program remains suspended until further notice, the company announced to its prospective participants on Thursday.
The popular Disney College Program remains suspended until further notice, the company announced to its prospective participants on Thursday.
Amid coronavirus spikes, COVID-19 testing demand is outpacing capacity, major test providers warn
The demand for coronavirus testing in the U.S. once again is beginning to outpace the supply.
The demand for coronavirus testing in the U.S. once again is beginning to outpace the supply.
US records more than 50,000 COVID-19 cases in 1 day, a new record
The troubling milestone was reported by the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.
The troubling milestone was reported by the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.