Over 50 US medical groups call for mandatory COVID-19 vaccination of health care workers
A joint statement by 56 U.S. medical groups called on health care and long-term care employers to require COVID-19 vaccines among employees.
France mandates COVID-19 vaccines for health care workers amid protests
France passed a new law requiring health care workers to get a COVID-19 vaccine, as well as setting up a health pass for restaurants and other venues.
Fauci: US headed in 'wrong direction' on coronavirus
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the United States is in an ``unnecessary predicament” of soaring COVID-19 cases fueled by unvaccinated Americans and the virulent delta variant.
Houston-area health leaders speak out against COVID-19 vaccine misinformation
With COVID-19 cases surging and hospitalizations increasing at a dangerous rate, local leaders and healthcare professionals are urging residents to continue taking the virus seriously.
Houston-area health leaders speak out against COVID-19 vaccine misinformation
With COVID-19 cases surging and hospitalizations increasing at a dangerous rate, local leaders and healthcare professionals are urging residents to continue taking the virus seriously.
Houston ISD Superintendent issues message on how district is responding to rising COVID-19 cases
Houston ISD?s new Superintendent Millard House says the district is working closely with health officials to monitor the current COVID-19 situation in a newly released video message.
As Texas COVID-19 cases surge, officials urge everyone to wear masks and for unvaccinated residents stay home
Officials in Dallas, Harris and Travis counties want residents to take stronger precautions as the delta variant drives an increase in coronavirus infections across Texas.
COVID-19 vaccine distribution site held in Houston’s Fifth Ward
Various organizations partnered together to administer COVID-19 shots to residents in Houston's Fifth Ward to help reduce the rising number of cases in our area.
Fort Bend, Galveston County leaders urge residents to get vaccinated as COVID-19 hospitalizations rise
As Harris County raises its COVID-19 threat level, neighboring Fort Bend County leaders are urging its residents to take precautions.
Local counties across Houston area deal with rising COVID-19 cases
Like Harris County, Galveston, Fort Bend County is also reporting an increase in cases and hospitalizations because of the delta variant, but Fort Bend County officials are touting their higher vaccination rates for generally having fewer hospitalizations.
Houston nonprofits spend Islamic holiday by giving out food, toys to residents in need
Most people arguably spend religious holidays with their loved ones, but a couple of local nonprofits instead were out giving back to the community.
US buys 200M more Pfizer vaccine doses, option for 'updated version'
The U.S. has bought an additional 200 million Pfizer COVID-19 doses and has the option to acquire an updated version of the vaccine if needed for emerging coronavirus variants.
Conroe ISD will not prohibit COVID-19 positive students from coming to class
Conroe ISD released their COVID-19 health guidance earlier this week for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. Currently, district officials say they won’t deny any student who’s sick and tests positive for COVID from coming to class.
Atlanta Public Schools mandating masks for all students, staff
Atlanta Public School officials say the lack of vaccination of younger students and the rise of the Delta variant have led them to require masks in classrooms.
Conroe ISD releases back-to-school guidance
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee has more as Conroe ISD has released their COVID-19 guidance as students head back to the classroom this fall.
DSHS launches campaign encouraging Texas youth to get vaccinated
The Texas Department of State Health Services is urging Texans to get vaccinated as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are on the rise.
Harris County COVID-19 threat level raised to ?Orange?
As COVID-19 cases are on the rise, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo changed the threat level from Yellow to Orange. Threat level Orange indicates a significant and uncontrolled spread of the virus.
US unemployment claims rise to 419,000 from a pandemic low
The number of jobless claims increased last week to 419,000, the most in two months, from a pandemic low of 368,000 during the previous week.
Harris County COVID-19 threat level raised to 'Orange'
Harris County's COVID-19 threat level is now at Orange, the second-highest level on the county's system, which signifies a significant and uncontrolled level of COVID-19 in the community.
COVID-19 breakthrough cases: What are they?
What is a COVID-19 vaccine “breakthrough” case? The Associated Press explains.