Coronavirus cases surging among the young, endangering the elderly

In Mississippi, Florida, Texas and Arizona, young people have started going out again, many without masks, in what health experts see as irresponsible behavior.

Gov. Abbott says Texas is facing 'massive' COVID-19 outbreak

Gov. Abbott said Wednesday that Texas is facing a "massive outbreak" and will again pass 5,000 new coronavirus cases.

US citizens likely to be left out as Europe reopens borders

More than 15 million Americans are estimated to travel to Europe each year, and such a decision would underscore flaws in the Trump administration's handling of the pandemic, which has seen the United States record the highest number of infections and virus-related deaths in the world by far.

US COVID-19 cases surge to highest level in 2 months

The U.S. on Tuesday reported 34,700 new cases of the virus, according to a tally compiled by Johns Hopkins University that was published Wednesday. There have been only two previous days that the U.S. has reported more cases.

Only 47% of Americans are losing sleep over money despite pandemic: Study

For the 47 percent who are worried about money issues currently, 23 percent said their cause of stress revolved around everyday expenses, which Bankrate noted was down from the 32 percent who said the same last year.

Fort Bend County issues mask order for businesses

The mask mandate comes, which comes after Harris and Galveston Counties similar orders, will take effect on Wednesday at midnight.

Mayor asking Houstonians to complete COVID-19 survey

Responses to the COVID-19 survey will give the city important information on how the virus has impacted residents’ lives as well as identify how to support health and wellbeing.

Several METRO employees test positive for COVID-19

Those who tested positive included two bus operators, a First Transit contract driver for METROLift, and a fare inspector.

Gov. Abbott expands local authority on outdoor gatherings

The proclamation follows data showing an increase in COVID-19 transmission in Texas and precedes Independence Day celebrations next week.

With senses failing, Florida woman turns to tequila to confirm COVID suspicions

For some, losing taste and smell may be one of the only symptoms you experience after getting COVID-19. One local woman discovered that in an unusual way.

Fauci: Next few weeks critical to tamping down virus spikes

Fauci was testifying along with the heads of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration and a top official at the Department of Health and Human Services.

TEA, medical experts release guidelines for reopening Texas schools

The Texas Education Agency hosted a call Tuesday with superintendents across the state to discuss plans for returning to school.