National Rifle Association cancels annual meeting in Houston due to COVID-19
The National Rifle Association is canceling the 2021 Annual Meeting & Exhibits that was to be held in Houston in September due to concerns over COVID-19.
The National Rifle Association is canceling the 2021 Annual Meeting & Exhibits that was to be held in Houston in September due to concerns over COVID-19.
Active COVID-19 cases in Houston-area school districts
FOX 26 shares a map of school districts in the greater Houston area with their current active cases, sometimes broken down by staff and students.
FOX 26 shares a map of school districts in the greater Houston area with their current active cases, sometimes broken down by staff and students.
Daily new COVID-19 cases in US near 230,000, Johns Hopkins says
Data collected by Johns Hopkins University on Aug. 24 shows the U.S. recorded nearly 230,000 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours.
Data collected by Johns Hopkins University on Aug. 24 shows the U.S. recorded nearly 230,000 new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours.
Pfizer CEO says COVID-19 vaccine-resistant variant likely to emerge
Pfizer CEO said the company believes a COVID-19 vaccine-resistant variant will likely one day emerge, though said a system is in place to quickly turn around a variant-specific jab.
Pfizer CEO said the company believes a COVID-19 vaccine-resistant variant will likely one day emerge, though said a system is in place to quickly turn around a variant-specific jab.
No off-label prescribing COVID-19 vaccines to kids under 12: FDA
Physicians often use off-label prescribing when medical products are approved, a top FDA official said, but that it wouldn't be appropriate in this case.
Physicians often use off-label prescribing when medical products are approved, a top FDA official said, but that it wouldn't be appropriate in this case.
Hawaii governor urges visitors to stay away
Hawaii’s governor asked that visitors and residents reduce travel to the islands to essential business only while the state struggles to control COVID-19 as the highly contagious delta variant spreads in the community.
Hawaii’s governor asked that visitors and residents reduce travel to the islands to essential business only while the state struggles to control COVID-19 as the highly contagious delta variant spreads in the community.
Harris Co. Judge proposes $30M plan to bring more nurses to local hospitals
During Commissioners Court on Tuesday, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will propose $30 million in funding for hundreds of additional nurses to support hospitals amid the surge in COVID-19.
During Commissioners Court on Tuesday, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will propose $30 million in funding for hundreds of additional nurses to support hospitals amid the surge in COVID-19.
Fauci expects vaccine uptick, hopes pandemic control could come in spring 2022
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he expects an uptick in vaccination rates following Pfizer’s full approval, and predicted that if enough people do get vaccinated, the country could see COVID-19 under control in the spring of 2022.
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he expects an uptick in vaccination rates following Pfizer’s full approval, and predicted that if enough people do get vaccinated, the country could see COVID-19 under control in the spring of 2022.
Fort Bend ISD School Board approves mask mandate for students, visitors
The Fort Bend Independent School District School Board announced late Monday night that a mask mandate will be put into place for all students and visitors.
The Fort Bend Independent School District School Board announced late Monday night that a mask mandate will be put into place for all students and visitors.
Two weeks into school year, Spring Branch ISD hears public comment from parents
On Monday, parents of Spring Branch ISD students were able to voice their concerns during a scheduled school board meeting.
On Monday, parents of Spring Branch ISD students were able to voice their concerns during a scheduled school board meeting.
FDA's full approval of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine still won't change some people's mind to get the shot
In areas like Montgomery County, the vaccination rate for those eligible remains at 51%, while the positivity rate for those tested, stands at 22%.
In areas like Montgomery County, the vaccination rate for those eligible remains at 51%, while the positivity rate for those tested, stands at 22%.
COVID-19 surges causing movie delays, theatre downturn
The guys from BackstageOL.com join The Factor to talk about more impacts on the movie industry because of COVID-19.
The guys from BackstageOL.com join The Factor to talk about more impacts on the movie industry because of COVID-19.
Some Houston-area residents still hesitant regarding COVID vaccine following FDA approval
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with some residents in Montgomery County after the FDA fully approved the Pfizer vaccine.
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with some residents in Montgomery County after the FDA fully approved the Pfizer vaccine.
Fort Bend ISD’s Pecan Grove Elementary School switching to virtual learning
Fort Bend Independent School District’s Pecan Grove Elementary School will be switching to virtual learning as data suggested a ‘significant impact’ to the campus due to COVID-19.
Fort Bend Independent School District’s Pecan Grove Elementary School will be switching to virtual learning as data suggested a ‘significant impact’ to the campus due to COVID-19.
Former FDA doctor answers top viewer questions about Pfizer approval
We've received no shortage of questions about America's first fully approved COVID-19 vaccine as Pfizer moves past emergency use authorization to the full FDA approval. Doctor John White, Chief Medical Officer for Web MD, answers some of your top questions.
We've received no shortage of questions about America's first fully approved COVID-19 vaccine as Pfizer moves past emergency use authorization to the full FDA approval. Doctor John White, Chief Medical Officer for Web MD, answers some of your top questions.
HISD will have Wraparound Specialist in every school for the first time. What is it and how will it help?
As the pandemic hits many people in different ways HISD is adding what's called a Wraparound Specialist to every campus for the first time ever to help students and family in every way possible.
As the pandemic hits many people in different ways HISD is adding what's called a Wraparound Specialist to every campus for the first time ever to help students and family in every way possible.
Memorial Hermann closes three 24-hour emergency rooms due to COVID-19 surge
According to a release, the emergency rooms were closed at 5 p.m. on Monday, August 23.
According to a release, the emergency rooms were closed at 5 p.m. on Monday, August 23.
NYC teachers, staff required to get COVID vaccine with no opt-out option
All New York City public school teachers and other staffers will have to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, officials said Monday.
All New York City public school teachers and other staffers will have to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, officials said Monday.
Houston Independent School District one of many to begin classes Monday with a mask mandate
HISD, the largest school district in Texas, will require all students and staff members to wear face coverings at classes Monday. In addition, masks will be required at Channelview ISD, North Forest ISD, and Galveston ISD.
HISD, the largest school district in Texas, will require all students and staff members to wear face coverings at classes Monday. In addition, masks will be required at Channelview ISD, North Forest ISD, and Galveston ISD.
Texas Congressman Troy Nehls tests positive for COVID-19, encourages residents to get vaccinated
Texas Congressman for the 22nd District, Troy Nehls confirmed on social media he tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently experiencing moderate symptoms.
Texas Congressman for the 22nd District, Troy Nehls confirmed on social media he tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently experiencing moderate symptoms.