Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo not ready for any stay-at-home orders
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said she, along with Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and neighboring county judges, are working on the next steps for the community, which could include a stay-at-home order.

Healthcare industry works to slow spread of COVID-19 in Houston
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As the number of confirmed Coronavirus COVID-19 cases increases in the area, some people are worried about overcrowding medical facilities. To combat the issue, changes are already noticeable outside medical offices across the country.

Over 1.5 billion globally told to stay home to avoid spreading coronavirus

Warning that the outbreak continues to accelerate, the head of the World Health Organization called on countries to take strong, coordinated action.

TSU staffer tests positive for COVID-19

Texas Southern University says the staffer infected with COVID-19 is symptomatic and is currently being treated at a hospital.

Houston man continues to help the homeless during COVID-19 crisis

Closed churches and public buildings mean there are fewer places for the homeless to wash up, and with restaurants slowing down, there is also less surplus food being donated.

Avoiding a downward spiral with depression while social distancing 

Humans need connection and with the closing of bars, restaurants and social events that many attend daily, the absence of places to meet up and the freedom to share times with others is no longer acceptable. 

No shelter-in-place for Harris County ... yet

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said she, along with Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and neighboring county judges, are working on the next steps for the community, which could include a stay-at-home order.

Harris County opens 2 COVID-19 testing sites

Those with symptoms who wish to be tested must first complete the online screening at ReadyHarris.org to determine if testing is necessary at this time.

Trump: Hanes 'retrofitting' plants to make medical masks, distilleries producing hand sanitizer

President Trump said during a Saturday afternoon briefing that Hanes clothing company will be "retrofitting" its means of production to help supply much-needed medical face masks.

Addressing COVID-19 and pregnancy concerns
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Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith addresses concerns surrounding coronavirus and pregnancy.

Stocks fall as coronavirus bill fails second vote

U.S. equity markets slid Monday after the Federal Reserve announced "extensive new measures" to support the U.S. economy.

City of Houston's first free COVID-19 drive-thru testing site opens

The City of Houston's first COVID-19 testing site is opening Friday, but the initial focus will be on testing first responders and medical professionals.

Mayor of Galveston urges residents to stay home

Galveston will continue to monitor state actions as well as those from surrounding areas so city leaders can make the best decisions for the community.

Walker County curfew goes into effect Monday until further notice

Walker County Judge Danny Pierce signed the order on Sunday to go into effect on Monday, March 23. The curfew will extend from 11:59 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. each night.