Kinder Institute Survey suggests Houstonians are optimistic

The annual Kinder Houston Area Survey, from Rice University, finds a lot of Houstonians were optimistic and compassionate before the COVID-19 pandemic changed much of their lives.

Survey: 40% of Americans fear they won't be able to retire

The current economic crisis has many Americans already planning to dip into their 401(k)s, but there are better options.

Charities make unique fundraising opportunities during COVID-19 pandemic

As the COVID19 pandemic affects almost everyone's income, charities are having to get creative on ways to hold fundraisers that have been planned for months.

With finals complete, Humble ISD students wait two months to graduate

Humble ISD announced it is delaying the 2020 graduation ceremony until late July, sparking mixed feelings from students and parents alike.

Demand for food donations in Texas remains high as more businesses reopen

Food donations for hundreds of Houstonians in need continue at NRG Stadium as Gov. Abbott announces the next steps for the state's reopening.

Gangs deliver food in poor Cape Town area amid lockdown

The gangs also benefit, getting some food as well as the chance to stay relevant in tough times. They also seem to enjoy the role of modern-day Robin Hoods.

Texas Reopening: Bars, child care, sports among businesses opening in May

Governor Greg Abbott announced the next round of Texas businesses that will be allowed to reopen in May including child care centers, bars, zoos, youth camps and professional sports without in-person spectators.

Gov. Abbott details businesses reopening in Phase 2
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Gov. Abbott announced details about the reopening of bars, office buildings, child care and professional sports venues.

‘I’ve never felt so unsafe’: American Airlines passenger shares video of 'overcrowded' plane

A recent video on Twitter depicting a packed American Airlines flight might lead some to believe it was filmed before the coronavirus pandemic. But the video was taken on a May 17 flight by a passenger who said she “never felt so unsafe,” in her life. 

Researchers developing face mask that glows if coronavirus is detected, report says

The team at MIT and Harvard is reportedly designing a face mask that would produce a fluorescent signal when a person with COVID-19 breathes, coughs or sneezes.

How grandparents can stay connected to grandchildren during COVID-19 pandemic

The virus may have changed our lives, but a grandparent’s love is much greater than COVID-19. Psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini shares some suggestions for staying connected to your grandchildren and their parents during COVID-19.

Tech-assisted COVID-19 tracking is having some issues

Harnessing today's technology to the task of fighting the coronavirus pandemic is turning out to be more complicated than it first appeared.