UN forecasts pandemic to shrink world economy by 3.2 percent
The United Nations forecast Wednesday that the COVID-19 pandemic will shrink the world economy by 3.2% this year, the sharpest contraction since the Great Depression in the 1930s.
The United Nations forecast Wednesday that the COVID-19 pandemic will shrink the world economy by 3.2% this year, the sharpest contraction since the Great Depression in the 1930s.
NYU researchers publish study casting doubt on accuracy of rapid COVID-19 test used by White House
A new study from New York University researchers regarding new Abbott Labs rapid COVID-19 tests used by the White House casts doubts on the tests’ accuracy.
A new study from New York University researchers regarding new Abbott Labs rapid COVID-19 tests used by the White House casts doubts on the tests’ accuracy.
Virus spikes could emerge weeks after US economic reopenings
U.S. states are beginning to restart their economies after months of paralyzing coronavirus lockdowns, but it could take weeks until it becomes clear whether those reopenings will cause a spike in COVID-19 cases, experts said Wednesday.
U.S. states are beginning to restart their economies after months of paralyzing coronavirus lockdowns, but it could take weeks until it becomes clear whether those reopenings will cause a spike in COVID-19 cases, experts said Wednesday.
Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks Evers’ stay-home extension
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' administration overstepped its authority when it extended the governor's stay-at-home order through the end of May, the state Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' administration overstepped its authority when it extended the governor's stay-at-home order through the end of May, the state Supreme Court ruled Wednesday.
Trump presses for schools to reopen, takes dig at Fauci
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.
COVID-19 keeps families of alzheimers patient from visiting
FOX 26 Reporter Damali Keith speaks with a family who is heartbroken after being forced to stay away from their loved one suffering from alzheimers.
FOX 26 Reporter Damali Keith speaks with a family who is heartbroken after being forced to stay away from their loved one suffering from alzheimers.
Texas Education Agency outlines options for adjusted calendars next school year
The Texas Education Agency has laid out guidelines for how the next school year might look, adjusting for the possibility of continued coronavirus disruptions.
The Texas Education Agency has laid out guidelines for how the next school year might look, adjusting for the possibility of continued coronavirus disruptions.
Coronavirus cancellations: These major events, concerts called off amid COVID-19 outbreak
Fears over the rapidly spreading novel coronavirus outbreak are causing authorities to take extra precautions with mass gatherings and events around the world.
Fears over the rapidly spreading novel coronavirus outbreak are causing authorities to take extra precautions with mass gatherings and events around the world.
Mom makes 'hug time' device so her kids can give Nana a hug
A mom in Illinois came up with a way for her kids to hug their Nana while doing their best to keep her safe.
A mom in Illinois came up with a way for her kids to hug their Nana while doing their best to keep her safe.
Gov. Abbott, Texas National Guard launch mission to disinfect nursing facilities
Each team is equipped with unique supplies such as advanced personal protective equipment, ionized sprayers, and vital oxide.
Each team is equipped with unique supplies such as advanced personal protective equipment, ionized sprayers, and vital oxide.
Local dentist takes extra precautions to protect patients from COVID-19
For those who do go to the dentist, peace of mind is important. Here's what you should know before going.
For those who do go to the dentist, peace of mind is important. Here's what you should know before going.
Applications for Houston rental assistance program closed in under 2 hours after money runs out
The program opened for tenants to apply at 10 a.m., but by 11:34 the funds were tapped out.
The program opened for tenants to apply at 10 a.m., but by 11:34 the funds were tapped out.
FBI: Hackers linked to Chinese government may be trying to steal US coronavirus vaccine research
The FBI is warning U.S. organizations researching COVID-19 vaccines and treatments to safeguard their research against hackers linked to the Chinese government.
The FBI is warning U.S. organizations researching COVID-19 vaccines and treatments to safeguard their research against hackers linked to the Chinese government.
Manafort released to home confinement amid coronavirus threat: lawyer
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort has been transferred to home confinement after he sought the transfer due to the health risk in prison from coronavirus, Fox News has confirmed.
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort has been transferred to home confinement after he sought the transfer due to the health risk in prison from coronavirus, Fox News has confirmed.
Harris Co. Commissioner proposes property tax relief for seniors
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia initiative would wipe out Harris County property taxes for those over 65 years of age whose homes are valued at less than $260,000.
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia initiative would wipe out Harris County property taxes for those over 65 years of age whose homes are valued at less than $260,000.
Texas Education Agency outlines options for adjusted calendars next school year
Education leaders are considering the changes because the next school year is likely to include high absenteeism and other disruptions. They're also adjusting for learning loss during the school closures.
Education leaders are considering the changes because the next school year is likely to include high absenteeism and other disruptions. They're also adjusting for learning loss during the school closures.
Family turns home into aquarium for grandma with dementia
“I don’t think I’ve seen anything like it and it’s so beautiful,” Hendrika van Genderen said in a video featuring the homemade aquarium.
“I don’t think I’ve seen anything like it and it’s so beautiful,” Hendrika van Genderen said in a video featuring the homemade aquarium.
Walmart to give hourly employees another round of cash bonuses amid COVID-19 pandemic
The bonus will be $300 for full-time hourly associates and $150 for part-time hourly and temporary associates, the company said.
The bonus will be $300 for full-time hourly associates and $150 for part-time hourly and temporary associates, the company said.
Houstonians can apply for rental assistance up to $1,056 for April, May on Wednesday
The agency will provide up to $1,056 in rental assistance per month to qualified low-to-moderate income people who could not pay their April and/or May rent. Enrollment in the program will be accepted until all available funds have been committed.
The agency will provide up to $1,056 in rental assistance per month to qualified low-to-moderate income people who could not pay their April and/or May rent. Enrollment in the program will be accepted until all available funds have been committed.
Pandemic highlights the plight of nurses here in Houston and worldwide
While statistics show more men dying from COVID-19 than women, 73 percent of health care workers falling ill from COVID-19 are women.
While statistics show more men dying from COVID-19 than women, 73 percent of health care workers falling ill from COVID-19 are women.