Delta Variant leading to increase in breakthrough COVID-19 infections
Breakthrough cases of COVID-19 are rising with the delta variant. That's where a person gets infected despite being fully vaccinated. To learn more, FOX 26 Houston consults Dr. Michelle Udayamurthy from Kelsey-Seybold.
Breakthrough cases of COVID-19 are rising with the delta variant. That's where a person gets infected despite being fully vaccinated. To learn more, FOX 26 Houston consults Dr. Michelle Udayamurthy from Kelsey-Seybold.
Can you get unemployment if you are fired for refusing to get vaccinated?
We've determined a company can fire you for not getting the COVID-19 vaccine, but can you collect unemployment aid? To learn more, FOX 26 Houston speaks to James Benson with Texas Workforce Commission.
We've determined a company can fire you for not getting the COVID-19 vaccine, but can you collect unemployment aid? To learn more, FOX 26 Houston speaks to James Benson with Texas Workforce Commission.
Texas sees most COVID-19 hospitalizations in 6 months
Texas state health officials reported that 10,000 patients with COVID-19 have been hospitalized for the first time since early February.
Texas state health officials reported that 10,000 patients with COVID-19 have been hospitalized for the first time since early February.
Stevie Nicks cancels all 2021 performances over coronavirus concerns
Stevie Nicks has canceled five forthcoming performances at music festivals, citing coronavirus concerns
Stevie Nicks has canceled five forthcoming performances at music festivals, citing coronavirus concerns
Texas Children's Hospital requiring employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19
Texas Children’s Hospital says all members of its workforce must receive their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by 5 p.m. September 21 and their second dose by 5 p.m. October 19, if receiving the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine.
Texas Children’s Hospital says all members of its workforce must receive their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by 5 p.m. September 21 and their second dose by 5 p.m. October 19, if receiving the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine.
Katy ISD school board approves virtual learning for grades K-6
According to a release, the Katy Virtual Academy (KVA) online learning program was approved for students enrolled in kindergarten through sixth grade.
According to a release, the Katy Virtual Academy (KVA) online learning program was approved for students enrolled in kindergarten through sixth grade.
Two local churches in Galveston County mourning the loss of their pastors, who died battling Covid-19
Two local churches in Galveston County are now mourning the loss of their pastors, who died battling Covid-19.
Two local churches in Galveston County are now mourning the loss of their pastors, who died battling Covid-19.
Houston ISD bus drivers seeking answers regarding safety amid pandemic
Houston ISD bus drivers are seeking for answers when it comes to the safety of everyone on the bus and the staff shortage.
Houston ISD bus drivers are seeking for answers when it comes to the safety of everyone on the bus and the staff shortage.
Houston ISD bus drivers raising safety concerns ahead of new school year
FOX 26 Anchor Rashi Vats spoke with some bus drivers about their concerns ahead of the upcoming school year.
FOX 26 Anchor Rashi Vats spoke with some bus drivers about their concerns ahead of the upcoming school year.
Katy ISD approves virtual learning for some students
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what students will be allowed to sign up.
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what students will be allowed to sign up.
COVID-19 takes the lives of two Galveston County pastors
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with those who knew one of the pastors and the life they led.
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with those who knew one of the pastors and the life they led.
Spring ISD to require masks in district buildings, campuses
The Spring Independent School District announced on Tuesday evening they will be requiring masks for all students, staff, and visitors.
The Spring Independent School District announced on Tuesday evening they will be requiring masks for all students, staff, and visitors.
Once COVID-19 skeptics, local couple changes view on vaccine after battling infection
The nightmare for Lee Ramos and his family began about a week ago. In the middle of the night, Lee, a healthy 30-year-old, was having severe chest pain.
The nightmare for Lee Ramos and his family began about a week ago. In the middle of the night, Lee, a healthy 30-year-old, was having severe chest pain.
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine nasal spray effective in animals, NIH says
NIH researchers are currently testing a nasal spray version of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine that has proven effective in hamsters and monkeys.
NIH researchers are currently testing a nasal spray version of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine that has proven effective in hamsters and monkeys.
Supt. House talks about HISD's plan as the pandemic puts a strain on school districts
COVID isn't only causing safety concerns in schools but also adding to employee shortages, thousands of students not returning to school and kids playing catch up after virtual learning.
COVID isn't only causing safety concerns in schools but also adding to employee shortages, thousands of students not returning to school and kids playing catch up after virtual learning.
Colorado county hit early by COVID-19 delta strain saw more breakthrough cases, CDC says
Mesa County in Colorado was hit early by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus and experienced higher rates of breakthrough cases in vaccinated people, according to a CDC report.
Mesa County in Colorado was hit early by the delta variant of the COVID-19 virus and experienced higher rates of breakthrough cases in vaccinated people, according to a CDC report.
COVID-19 Delta variant and kids: Your questions answered
The Delta variant of COVID-19 is sending more children to the hospital. With students heading back into classrooms for full in-person learning, many parents have questions. Dr. Jeffrey Starke, professor of pediatrics and infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital has some answers.
The Delta variant of COVID-19 is sending more children to the hospital. With students heading back into classrooms for full in-person learning, many parents have questions. Dr. Jeffrey Starke, professor of pediatrics and infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital has some answers.
Houston-area COVID patient in need of hospital room, but family says they're told none are available
An Atascocita man battling COVID-19 is having trouble finding a hospital that will accept him as COVID cases continue to rise. He's now on a waiting list for hospitals out of state.
An Atascocita man battling COVID-19 is having trouble finding a hospital that will accept him as COVID cases continue to rise. He's now on a waiting list for hospitals out of state.
Florida mother dies from COVID-19 days after giving birth
A West Melbourne family is going through unimaginable heartbreak after a woman gave birth and then died shortly after due to COVID-19.
A West Melbourne family is going through unimaginable heartbreak after a woman gave birth and then died shortly after due to COVID-19.
More districts to offer virtual learning for the new school year
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what school districts will be offering virtual learning.
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what school districts will be offering virtual learning.