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.

Thousands of racing fans pack the stands at North Carolina speedway

Thousands of racing fans packed the stands of a North Carolina speedway on Saturday, despite state restrictions on outside gatherings.

Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes amid COVID-19 pandemic

Many law enforcement agencies around the U.S. are reporting an increase in stolen cars and vehicle burglaries.

2 California church services sources of virus outbreaks, officials say

As Gov. Gavin Newsom prepares to release plans for how religious institutions can reopen in California during the coronavirus pandemic, health officials announced that two church services that were held without authorization have been sources of outbreaks.

Health officials worry public will let their guard down during reopening

The videos shared across Instagram and Twitter from Memorial Day Weekend show large crowds packed into a pool party at Cle Houston in Midtown. Hardly any in the video appeared to have any regard for social distancing or wearing a mask in public.

Houston pastor back in the pulpit after near-fatal accident

This Memorial Holiday weekend is more like Thanksgiving for one Houston-area pastor who is thankful to be alive after a near-fatal accident.

Packed Houston bars, nightclubs prompt enforcement of occupancy rules

Social media was filled with videos of packed Houston bars during the first weekend they were allowed to reopen by Texas Gov. Abbott. Mayor Sylvester Turner is responding by promising enforcement of occupancy rules dictated in the state's reopening plan.

Officials stress safety guidelines as Americans pack bars, nightclubs
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Members of the White House Coronavirus Task Force are asking Americans to continue to observe social distancing and wear masks as bars and nightclubs reopen across the country.

Las Vegas to reopen casinos -- with restrictions

Las Vegas is set to reopen casinos following its coronavirus lockdown, but guests should not expect a return to business as usual.