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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Medical experts aggravated by crowding at Houston bars

As Texas reopens, Houston sees several bars open beyond the 25% capacity limit. A doctor at United Memorial Medical Center believes some people who are crowding Houston bars have the coronavirus.

Deadline approaching for laid-off workers to get health insurance

Taxpayer-subsidized health insurance is available for a modest cost — sometimes even free — across the country, but few people seem to know how to find it.

Dickinson VFW opens in time for Memorial Day ceremony
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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.

UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing

The World Health Organization said Monday that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine — the anti-malarial drug U.S. President Trump says he is taking — from its global study.