Preparing for end of extended unemployment benefits
Unemployment claims jumped unexpectedly yesterday, an indication companies are still laying off workers. Next week, starting June 26, federal unemployment benefits are ending in Texas. Michelle Castrow from Workforce Solutions shares some tips as it comes down to the wire.
Unemployment claims jumped unexpectedly yesterday, an indication companies are still laying off workers. Next week, starting June 26, federal unemployment benefits are ending in Texas. Michelle Castrow from Workforce Solutions shares some tips as it comes down to the wire.
U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan locked down amid huge COVID-19 surge
The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan is locking down because of a massive spike in coronavirus cases among employees. The embassy is ordering staffers into virtual isolation to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan is locking down because of a massive spike in coronavirus cases among employees. The embassy is ordering staffers into virtual isolation to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
US to invest $3B in antiviral pills to treat COVID-19, other viruses
The United States will invest $3.2 billion to develop antiviral pills to treat COVID-19 and other deadly viruses.
The United States will invest $3.2 billion to develop antiviral pills to treat COVID-19 and other deadly viruses.
Stores closed on Thanksgiving Day: Kohl’s, Walmart, Target and more
A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.
A growing list of retailers including Best Buy, Target and Walmart announced they will be shuttering their stores on Thanksgiving Day 2021.
STUDY: Texas ranked one of the 'most fun' states in the US
A recent report from WalletHub says Texas was ranked 8th most fun state in the United States.
A recent report from WalletHub says Texas was ranked 8th most fun state in the United States.
CDC calling Delta Variant 'variant of concern'
The CDC has determined the delta variant is now a "variant of concern," a designation given to strains scientists believe are more transmissible or can cause more severe disease. In fact, the symptoms are very similar to a summer cold, which is going around. So how do we tell the difference? Dr. Donnie Aga with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic joins FOX 26 Houston to help explain.
The CDC has determined the delta variant is now a "variant of concern," a designation given to strains scientists believe are more transmissible or can cause more severe disease. In fact, the symptoms are very similar to a summer cold, which is going around. So how do we tell the difference? Dr. Donnie Aga with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic joins FOX 26 Houston to help explain.
Regeneron antibody drug reduces death in COVID-19 hospitalized patients, study finds
Regeneron’s COVID-19 antibody cocktail was found to cut patient deaths from 30% to 24% among those who hadn’t already developed an immune response.
Regeneron’s COVID-19 antibody cocktail was found to cut patient deaths from 30% to 24% among those who hadn’t already developed an immune response.
Royal Caribbean cruise inaugural sailing from Florida postponed after crew members test positive for COVID-19
Royal Caribbean is postponing the inaugural sailings of its new cruise ship, “Odyssey of the Seas,” after eight crew members tested positive for COVID-19.
Royal Caribbean is postponing the inaugural sailings of its new cruise ship, “Odyssey of the Seas,” after eight crew members tested positive for COVID-19.
Fireworks returning to Disney theme parks next month
The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
The magical tradition was put on hold during the coronavirus pandemic.
US COVID-19 death toll reaches 600,000 as cases, vaccinations slow
More than 600,000 Americans have now died of COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
More than 600,000 Americans have now died of COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
CDC to label delta COVID-19 strain a 'variant of concern,' say vaccines 'effective'
Two doses of Pfizer, Moderna vaccines effective against delta variant, officials say.
Two doses of Pfizer, Moderna vaccines effective against delta variant, officials say.
White House July 4 party will celebrate independence from COVID-19
President Biden wants to give July 4th new meaning this year and is also encouraging nationwide celebrations to mark the country’s effective return to normalcy.
President Biden wants to give July 4th new meaning this year and is also encouraging nationwide celebrations to mark the country’s effective return to normalcy.
Face masks now optional for vaccinated visitors at Disney World
All visitors, whether vaccinated or not, will still be required to wear face coverings on buses, monorails and Disney Skyliner, the resort’s aerial gondola, according to the latest guidelines.
All visitors, whether vaccinated or not, will still be required to wear face coverings on buses, monorails and Disney Skyliner, the resort’s aerial gondola, according to the latest guidelines.
COVID-19 likely in US by Christmas 2019, new blood samples suggest
Thousands of new blood samples suggest COVID-19 popped up in the U.S. in December 2019 — weeks before cases were first recognized by health officials.
Thousands of new blood samples suggest COVID-19 popped up in the U.S. in December 2019 — weeks before cases were first recognized by health officials.
Novavax says COVID-19 vaccine about 90% effective in large study
A Novavax large-stage study in the U.S. and Mexico found that its COVID-19 vaccine was about 90% effective overall and protected against variants.
A Novavax large-stage study in the U.S. and Mexico found that its COVID-19 vaccine was about 90% effective overall and protected against variants.
Vaccine authority on COVID-19 Delta variant, inoculating children and herd immunity
A coronavirus variant (first detected in India) has now gone global. Dr. Peter Hotez, Vaccine Authority with Baylor College of Medicine tells FOX 26 Houston more about what this means for us.
A coronavirus variant (first detected in India) has now gone global. Dr. Peter Hotez, Vaccine Authority with Baylor College of Medicine tells FOX 26 Houston more about what this means for us.
Gov. Greg Abbott has lifted almost all Texas pandemic restrictions. But not the one limiting jail releases
As he was fighting for the Legislature to change state bail laws, the governor continued his emergency order to restrict no-cost jail releases during the pandemic. At least several Texas courts have deemed the order unconstitutional.
As he was fighting for the Legislature to change state bail laws, the governor continued his emergency order to restrict no-cost jail releases during the pandemic. At least several Texas courts have deemed the order unconstitutional.
Fear of coronavirus will no longer be acceptable reason for Texans on unemployment to turn down job offers
The state's unemployment agency is ending that exemption June 26, when out-of-work Texans will also stop receiving an extra $300 in federal jobless benefits.
The state's unemployment agency is ending that exemption June 26, when out-of-work Texans will also stop receiving an extra $300 in federal jobless benefits.
Will we see the worst flu season on record?
After a non-existent flu season, doctors are predicting the virus will be back with a vengeance! Dr. Richard Webby, an influenza expert, tells FOX 26 Houston why and what you can do now to protect yourself.
After a non-existent flu season, doctors are predicting the virus will be back with a vengeance! Dr. Richard Webby, an influenza expert, tells FOX 26 Houston why and what you can do now to protect yourself.
Going into financial debt …for fun?
Americans want to make up for the last year with their wallets. Some say they’re even willing to go into debt to treat themselves. We speak with Lance Roberts, Chief Investment Strategist with RIA Advisors, who tells FOX 26 Houston why that’s probably not the best idea.
Americans want to make up for the last year with their wallets. Some say they’re even willing to go into debt to treat themselves. We speak with Lance Roberts, Chief Investment Strategist with RIA Advisors, who tells FOX 26 Houston why that’s probably not the best idea.