Global coronavirus cases top 2 million, according to Johns Hopkins

At least 2 million people worldwide have been infected with the novel coronavirus, according to data from Johns Hopkins.

Commerce locks up and retail sales plunge unprecedented 8.7%

U.S. retail sales plummeted 8.7% in March, a record drop as the viral outbreak closed down thousands of stores and shoppers stayed home.

Should you get tested for COVID-19 or wait for a possible anti-body test?

The Houston Health Department said anyone who wants to get tested – should. Everyone is now considered an ideal candidate. But maybe some people should wait for researchers to develop an anti-body test.

Reason for "cautious optimism" says Houston Methodist CEO

Houston Methodist President & CEO Dr. Marc Boom says it appears social distancing is working, but he doesn't feel stay-at-home orders should be lifted just yet.

Many families receiving eviction notices amid COVID-19 pandemic

"It's causing a lot of mental stress and anguish. It's causing me to not be able to sleep at night," said Mel House, who received a notice to vacate from her apartment landlord.

ONLY ON FOX: Interview with 20-year-old man who spent month in Harris County Jail

"It was just terrible working in quarantine tanks getting forced to work putting my health in jeopardy," said J'Ques Minor.The 20-year-old was in jail for charges of evading arrest and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

Sheriff: Drug suspect committed murder 1 day after being released from jail in coronavirus purge

On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.

Officers hold prayer for detective critically infected with COVID-19

Police Chief Art Acevedo held a prayer vigil for that officer Tuesday afternoon, joined by a police chaplain and other members of the Houston Police Department.

Coronavirus relief checks won’t have to be repaid, feds say

In recent days, social media posts have falsely claimed there’s one catch to this money -- that you’ll eventually have to pay it back.

Health care workers are 10%-20% of US coronavirus cases

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported the first national data on how the pandemic is hitting doctors, nurses and other health care professionals.

Retired Harris County sheriff's deputy dies of COVID-19

A retired Harris County sheriff's deputy has passed away due to coronavirus COVID-19, announced Sheriff Ed Gonzalez on Twitter.

Texas nurse surprised with bridal shower by coworkers

With a little social distancing creativity, everyone stood six feet apart and used a pole to reach out with social distancing hugs.

Coronavirus has killed 50 NYC teachers, DOE workers

More than four dozen employees of New York City schools have died of coronavirus-related causes.