Child abuse on the rise as families quarantine

With many families staying at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, mothers and kids are becoming more vulnerable to domestic violence in their households.

US coronavirus cases top 800,000, according to Johns Hopkins

As of April 21, there were more than 43,000 deaths and 73,000 recoveries in the United States from the novel coronavirus.

Program helps Texans who can’t afford electricity bill during COVID-19 pandemic

There is help for Texans who are out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic or otherwise qualify for unemployment benefits and can't afford their electric bill.

Texas Railroad Commission passes on putting cap on oil production

The price of oil fell again on Tuesday as the Texas Railroad Commission, which regulates oil, was divided about what to do.

Rep. Lizzie Fletcher pushing for $3 Billion buy for strategic oil reserve

As companies across the energy spectrum shed workers by the tens of thousands, Houston Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher has launched legislation aimed at easing the debilitating supply glut.

Leader of JetBlue offers business wisdom in new book

The leader of JetBlue Airlines talks about his new book about business leadership, and how to guide the airline industry back to the air.

Some homeowners will face balloon payment after months of skipping mortgage

Some homeowners will owe a balloon payment for all the months skipped in just a few short months, so families are worried they won't be able to pay it. But there are options.

Protecting Houston's children from online dangers

Crime Stoppers of Houston is providing online classes and information to protect children from online dangers.

What non-filers need to do to receive $500 per child in stimulus check

For those with children or dependents, the IRS is urging non-filers to let them know by Wednesday to make sure they receive the additional $500 per child.

FDA authorizes first at-home coronavirus test

The FDA has authorized the first diagnostic test with a home collection option for COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus.