Germany bans unvaccinated from nonessential stores, recreational venues
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said people who aren't vaccinated against COVID-19 will be excluded from nonessential stores, cultural and recreational venues.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said people who aren't vaccinated against COVID-19 will be excluded from nonessential stores, cultural and recreational venues.
Nearly 1,000 Facebook, Instagram accounts deactivated over COVID-19 misinformation
In total, Meta deleted 979 accounts, groups and pages across its platforms last month, most of which were found to belong to a sprawling network from China trying to spread COVID-19 misinformation.
In total, Meta deleted 979 accounts, groups and pages across its platforms last month, most of which were found to belong to a sprawling network from China trying to spread COVID-19 misinformation.
Greece to impose monthly fine on unvaccinated residents over 60
Greek residents have until Jan. 16 to get their first jabs, or will be fined 100 euros ($113) for every month they remain unvaccinated.
Greek residents have until Jan. 16 to get their first jabs, or will be fined 100 euros ($113) for every month they remain unvaccinated.
Greater Houston Partnership economists projecting more jobs in 2022
After taking an unprecedented pounding during the pandemic, the Houston area economy appears to be on its way to a full recovery.
After taking an unprecedented pounding during the pandemic, the Houston area economy appears to be on its way to a full recovery.
Greater Houston Partnership economists projecting more jobs in 2022
After taking an unprecedented pounding during the pandemic, the Houston area economy appears to be on its way to a full recovery.
After taking an unprecedented pounding during the pandemic, the Houston area economy appears to be on its way to a full recovery.
Texas' ban on mask mandates in public schools back in place after federal appeals court ruling
A federal appellate court has temporarily restored Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order prohibiting mask mandates in schools.
A federal appellate court has temporarily restored Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order prohibiting mask mandates in schools.
Houston ISD to lift mask mandate amid COVID-19 Omicron variant
Leaders in Houston ISD were considering updating the district?s mask mandate after the holidays. But with the new variant, that decision is now under review. FOX 26?s Natalie Hee has more.
Leaders in Houston ISD were considering updating the district?s mask mandate after the holidays. But with the new variant, that decision is now under review. FOX 26?s Natalie Hee has more.
Biden encourages young girl with stutter, invites her to White House
President Joe Biden, who has been open about having a speech impediment his whole life, was seen giving words of encouragement to a young girl in Massachusetts who has a stutter, even inviting her to the White House.
President Joe Biden, who has been open about having a speech impediment his whole life, was seen giving words of encouragement to a young girl in Massachusetts who has a stutter, even inviting her to the White House.
First U.S. case of omicron COVID-19 variant detected in California
The first U.S. case of the omicron COVID-19 variant has been detected in California, the White House announced Wednesday.
The first U.S. case of the omicron COVID-19 variant has been detected in California, the White House announced Wednesday.
Gilead says it expects remdesivir to remain effective against omicron variant
Gilead Sciences, the maker of Veklury, said it expects the antiviral drug to remain effective against the new omicron variant and will conduct further testing.
Gilead Sciences, the maker of Veklury, said it expects the antiviral drug to remain effective against the new omicron variant and will conduct further testing.
Houston Health Department testing city wastewater for omicron variant
The variant, which has been reported in numerous countries around the world, is the newest variant causing some concern and prompting travel restrictions.
The variant, which has been reported in numerous countries around the world, is the newest variant causing some concern and prompting travel restrictions.
Merck COVID-19 pill: FDA health panel endorses experimental at-home drug for virus
FDA health panel endorses Merck COVID-19 pill, paving way for U.S. authorization of the first at-home drug for virus.
FDA health panel endorses Merck COVID-19 pill, paving way for U.S. authorization of the first at-home drug for virus.
Mom on ventilator battling COVID-19 reunites with toddler daughter after 3 months
A Houston-area mom, who is on a ventilator battling COVID-19, finally reunites with her toddler daughter after three months.
A Houston-area mom, who is on a ventilator battling COVID-19, finally reunites with her toddler daughter after three months.
US improves surveillance for tracking new coronavirus variants
Viruses mutate constantly. To find and track new versions of the coronavirus, scientists analyze the genetic makeup of a portion of samples that test positive.
Viruses mutate constantly. To find and track new versions of the coronavirus, scientists analyze the genetic makeup of a portion of samples that test positive.
COVID-19 vaccine makers exploring if omicron versions of shots are needed
Officials from Moderna and Pfizer are assessing their responses to the new COVID-19 variant omicron and say it will take months to develop a tweaked shot if needed.
Officials from Moderna and Pfizer are assessing their responses to the new COVID-19 variant omicron and say it will take months to develop a tweaked shot if needed.
Houston scientist among many studying Omicron Variant
Since this new variant was first identified and announced in South Africa last week, it has now spread to more than a dozen countries including Canada, as scientists race to figure out how much of a threat Omicron is.
Since this new variant was first identified and announced in South Africa last week, it has now spread to more than a dozen countries including Canada, as scientists race to figure out how much of a threat Omicron is.
Questions remain about the threat of Omicron variant
FOX 26 Reporter Damali Keith spoke with one scientist about what they know regarding the Omicron variant.
FOX 26 Reporter Damali Keith spoke with one scientist about what they know regarding the Omicron variant.
Biden COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers blocked in 10 states
A federal judge has blocked President Joe Biden's administration from enforcing a coronavirus vaccine mandate on health care workers in 10 states.
A federal judge has blocked President Joe Biden's administration from enforcing a coronavirus vaccine mandate on health care workers in 10 states.
Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy, several others will miss Thursday's game due to COVID-19
The Cowboys want to prepare for the Saints but COVID-19 has their attention as more cases pop up. Head coach Mike McCarthy, a starting player and three other coaches are out.
The Cowboys want to prepare for the Saints but COVID-19 has their attention as more cases pop up. Head coach Mike McCarthy, a starting player and three other coaches are out.
White House reveals holiday theme ‘Gifts from the Heart’
The White House announced on Monday that its holiday theme for 2021 will be “Gifts from the Heart.”
The White House announced on Monday that its holiday theme for 2021 will be “Gifts from the Heart.”