METRO riders, employees required to wear face coverings
Face coverings are required in METRO vehicles, facilities and transit centers. Exceptions are made when impracticable due to a medical condition.
Face coverings are required in METRO vehicles, facilities and transit centers. Exceptions are made when impracticable due to a medical condition.
US health officials believe 20 million Americans have had COVID-19
The number suggests millions of Americans had the virus and never knew it.
The number suggests millions of Americans had the virus and never knew it.
Red Cross offering free COVID-19 antibody testing on blood, platelet and plasma donations
The American Red Cross noted that there was an “urgent need for blood and platelets.”
The American Red Cross noted that there was an “urgent need for blood and platelets.”
More than $20K raised for Starbucks employee who refused to serve customer not wearing a mask
The customer posted a photo of the barista on Facebook complaining that she wasn’t served because she wasn’t wearing a mask.
The customer posted a photo of the barista on Facebook complaining that she wasn’t served because she wasn’t wearing a mask.
Trump administration retiring 13 federally operated COVID-19 testing sites amid sharp rise in cases
The Trump administration has announced that it is currently “transitioning” the last remaining federally operated coronavirus testing sites, of which there are 13 located in five states, to be re-established within local pharmacies.
The Trump administration has announced that it is currently “transitioning” the last remaining federally operated coronavirus testing sites, of which there are 13 located in five states, to be re-established within local pharmacies.
CDC adds 3 new coronavirus symptoms to list
Congestion or runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea were added were added to the list.
Congestion or runny nose, nausea, and diarrhea were added were added to the list.
Gov. Abbott announces temporary pause on further phases to reopen Texas
Governor Greg Abbott announced a temporary pause on any further phases to reopen Texas as the state responded to an increase in positive COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Governor Greg Abbott announced a temporary pause on any further phases to reopen Texas as the state responded to an increase in positive COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
DC man runs 218 miles to virus-stricken ‘Nana’s’ nursing home
Endurance athlete Corey Cappelloni once ran six days through the Sahara Desert in what’s considered the most grueling foot race on Earth. But a 218-mile run to grandma after she was sickened with COVID-19 turned out to be the longest, toughest and most rewarding of his life.
Endurance athlete Corey Cappelloni once ran six days through the Sahara Desert in what’s considered the most grueling foot race on Earth. But a 218-mile run to grandma after she was sickened with COVID-19 turned out to be the longest, toughest and most rewarding of his life.
Gov. Abbott issues executive order suspending electives surgeries in 4 Texas counties
The governor’s order suspends elective surgeries at hospitals in Bexar, Dallas, Harris, and Travis counties.
The governor’s order suspends elective surgeries at hospitals in Bexar, Dallas, Harris, and Travis counties.
Chuck E Cheese files for bankruptcy as coronavirus shutdowns continue
Chuck E Cheese, the restaurant chain that became a Mecca for children and a crucible for many of their parents, is filing for bankruptcy protection
Chuck E Cheese, the restaurant chain that became a Mecca for children and a crucible for many of their parents, is filing for bankruptcy protection
WHO expects the world will reach 10 million coronavirus cases 'within the next week'
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said countries have an "urgent responsibility" to suppress transmission and save lives.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said countries have an "urgent responsibility" to suppress transmission and save lives.
Who would be the first to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Who would be the first to get a COVID-19 vaccine? Probably people in the country where the first effective vaccine is developed.
Who would be the first to get a COVID-19 vaccine? Probably people in the country where the first effective vaccine is developed.
Houston leaders hope federal funds will continue to flow to testing sites
FOX 26 Reporter Natasha Geigel has the latest on concerns from city hall on COVID-19.
FOX 26 Reporter Natasha Geigel has the latest on concerns from city hall on COVID-19.
Man loses gym membership in Cypress after ‘joke’ video about intentionally spreading virus
Life Time Athletic says it has terminated the membership of a man who allegedly claimed he was spreading coronavirus at the health club in Cypress.
Life Time Athletic says it has terminated the membership of a man who allegedly claimed he was spreading coronavirus at the health club in Cypress.
Texans still experiencing delays receiving unemployment benefits
The TWC added eight call centers that operate 7 days a week and beefed up their computer servers to handle the nearly two million people who applied for unemployment when the shutdown began. But they say many calls are still coming in and they're working to answer them.
The TWC added eight call centers that operate 7 days a week and beefed up their computer servers to handle the nearly two million people who applied for unemployment when the shutdown began. But they say many calls are still coming in and they're working to answer them.
Doctor: If COVID-19 trends continue, ICU beds could run out
One Texas Medical Center doctor says if the present trend continues, we are weeks away from a serious situation regarding running out of ICU space.
One Texas Medical Center doctor says if the present trend continues, we are weeks away from a serious situation regarding running out of ICU space.
New CDC model predicts up to 150,000 American COVID-19 deaths by mid-July
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its latest forecast of expected U.S. coronavirus deaths, predicting that between 130,000 and 150,000 Americans would die of the novel virus by July 18.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its latest forecast of expected U.S. coronavirus deaths, predicting that between 130,000 and 150,000 Americans would die of the novel virus by July 18.
Oregon county to revise mask exemption for people of color due to ‘horrifically racist’ backlash
One Oregon county’s new face covering policy that was meant to protect minorities has backfired and was met with “horrifically racist commentary,” according to a county statement.
One Oregon county’s new face covering policy that was meant to protect minorities has backfired and was met with “horrifically racist commentary,” according to a county statement.
DOJ joins federal lawsuit challenging Hawaii’s 14-day mandatory quarantine for visitors
The Justice Department filed a statement on June 23 in support of a lawsuit filed by Nevada and California residents.
The Justice Department filed a statement on June 23 in support of a lawsuit filed by Nevada and California residents.
Parents start ‘common sense camp’ for kids during quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic
A couple decided to start a "common sense camp" for their kids while they're quarantined at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A couple decided to start a "common sense camp" for their kids while they're quarantined at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.