More children are being treated for both RSV and COVID-19
video

Texas hospitals are, unfortunately, seeing more children coming in to be treated for two types of respiratory virus, as well as COVID-19. Now, some of these patients have both viruses at once.

Clear Creek ISD, in two counties, will not mandate masks despite Harris Co. order

"In a school district located in two counties, governed by an independent school board of trustees, and required to follow the laws of the State of Texas and rules of the Texas Education Agency, Clear Creek ISD will continue to comply with Governor Greg Abbott’s Executive Order which prohibits a school district from mandating face coverings be worn indoors," the district said in a statement.

Carnival Vista: 27 people aboard cruise ship test positive for COVID-19

The COVID-19 cases were among 26 crew members and one passenger on the Carnival Vista cruise ship, which arrived Wednesday in Belize, officials said.

Houston ISD School Board unanimously gives its support for mask mandate

School board members with the Houston Independent School District have given their support for a mask mandate within the district.

Fort Bend County Judge issues indoor mask mandate for county employees

Fort Bend County Judge KP George has reinstituted an indoor mask mandate for all Fort Bend County employees and visitors to county facilities.

FULL VIDEO: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo speaks regarding order requiring masks in public schools, child care centers
video

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo held a Zoom interview Thursday evening to address an order that was issued by the local health authority that will require masks in public schools and child care centers in Harris County.

Houston-based virtual memorial honors victims of COVID-19 by spotlighting lost loved ones
video

With the number of COVID-19 related deaths in our community, a local couple looks to spotlight the faces of victims who have fallen to the deadly virus and honor their memories.

Arnold Schwarzenegger says anyone who doesn't wear a mask is a schmuck

The Terminator doesn't mince words. Actor and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger chewed out people who won't get vaccinated and said anyone who won't wear a mask is a schmuck.

US jobless claims fall for 3rd straight week as economy strengthens

U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 375,000, near a pandemic low and another sign of strength for a rebounding economy and job market.

Study finds COVID-19 booster dose helps protect transplant patients

A third dose of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine improved protection for organ transplant recipients, Canadian researchers reported this week.

Some Americans receiving unapproved COVID-19 booster shots

With Delta variant quickly spreading locally, many are wondering if a booster would give them more immunity.