Half of people with coronavirus have no symptoms, data shows
Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.
Experts say the discovery has critical implications and shows that even more widespread testing may be needed to identify all carriers.
US ‘wasted’ months before preparing for pandemic: AP investigation
A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.
A review of federal purchasing contracts by The Associated Press shows federal agencies waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.
Where will the bodies go? Morgues plan as coronavirus grows
In general, few morgues in the country can hold even 200 to 300 bodies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has asked the Defense Department for 100,000 body bags to prepare for the coronavirus pandemic.
In general, few morgues in the country can hold even 200 to 300 bodies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has asked the Defense Department for 100,000 body bags to prepare for the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Toughest’ weeks ahead as coronavirus spreads, Trump says
“There will be a lot of death, unfortunately,” Trump said in a somber start to his daily briefing on the pandemic, “There will be death.”
“There will be a lot of death, unfortunately,” Trump said in a somber start to his daily briefing on the pandemic, “There will be death.”
Family paints rocks for senior citizens
Each resident received a personalized painted rock. Retired Space Center volunteer Bob’s gift was decorated with a NASA rocket.
Each resident received a personalized painted rock. Retired Space Center volunteer Bob’s gift was decorated with a NASA rocket.
Police need help identifying suspects of burglarizing donation drop box
The three suspects, a man and two women, can be seen on a Ring camera attempting to burglarize a donation drop box.
The three suspects, a man and two women, can be seen on a Ring camera attempting to burglarize a donation drop box.
Houston church to hold service despite recommendations to stay at home
Essential businesses listed on the order include supermarkets, health care facilities, transportation departments, pharmacies, and certain retail stores. Places of worship are not listed as essential.
Essential businesses listed on the order include supermarkets, health care facilities, transportation departments, pharmacies, and certain retail stores. Places of worship are not listed as essential.
Galveston County reports first COVID-19 related death
The resident was a female in the 81-90 age range who had pre-existing medical conditions. She passed away on Saturday night.
The resident was a female in the 81-90 age range who had pre-existing medical conditions. She passed away on Saturday night.
Judge Hidalgo makes changes to 'Stay Home, Work Safe' order
A non-denominational bible church in North?Houston?is planning to hold a Sunday service this weekend despite Coronavirus COVID-19.
A non-denominational bible church in North?Houston?is planning to hold a Sunday service this weekend despite Coronavirus COVID-19.
Local students use latest technology to print free face masks
The trio of two brothers and a family friend then decided to find another use for their robotics and 3D printing experience. They spent two weeks creating and testing designs for masks based on the N95 model currently in high demand.
The trio of two brothers and a family friend then decided to find another use for their robotics and 3D printing experience. They spent two weeks creating and testing designs for masks based on the N95 model currently in high demand.
Fort Bend County reports three additional COVID-19 deaths, county deaths total five
The county death toll totals five. 13 additional cases have been confirmed as well as one new recovery.
The county death toll totals five. 13 additional cases have been confirmed as well as one new recovery.
METRO employee tests positive for COVID-19
METRO is working with public health officials so they can identify and notify any employees who may have been in close contact with the employee.
METRO is working with public health officials so they can identify and notify any employees who may have been in close contact with the employee.
COVID-19 reported in assisted living facility in southeast Harris Co.
Currently, three individuals have tested positive for COVID-19, including staff and residents; however, the investigation remains ongoing.
Currently, three individuals have tested positive for COVID-19, including staff and residents; however, the investigation remains ongoing.
Local students use latest technology to help during pandemic
Some local students are coming up with unique ways to prevent COVID-19 spread.
Some local students are coming up with unique ways to prevent COVID-19 spread.
Navigating new mask regulations
There are extra precautions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
There are extra precautions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Historic Queen Mary could be used as a makeshift hospital: report
The iconic Queen Mary could soon be used in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, multiple sources reported.
The iconic Queen Mary could soon be used in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic, multiple sources reported.
US coronavirus cases top 300,000, according to Johns Hopkins data
There were more than 8,000 deaths and 14,000 recoveries in the United States as of Saturday, April 4.
There were more than 8,000 deaths and 14,000 recoveries in the United States as of Saturday, April 4.
Montgomery County Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19 after delivering baby
It was during the delivery that medical personnel noted an elevated temperature. As a precaution, the inmate was placed in isolation and tests were done, which confirmed a positive test result for COVID-19.
It was during the delivery that medical personnel noted an elevated temperature. As a precaution, the inmate was placed in isolation and tests were done, which confirmed a positive test result for COVID-19.
'Stay Home-Work Safe' order for Harris County extended through April 30, amended to allow religious services
The amended order takes effect at 12 a.m. on April 4 and will continue through 11:59 p.m. on April 30, or until it is either rescinded, superseded, or amended.
The amended order takes effect at 12 a.m. on April 4 and will continue through 11:59 p.m. on April 30, or until it is either rescinded, superseded, or amended.
Surprise parade held for seniors in Channelview
For some residents, it was a chance to see family members and an afternoon filled with smiles and tears.
For some residents, it was a chance to see family members and an afternoon filled with smiles and tears.