Could we see a fourth stimulus check? Where payments stand
So far, over 2 million people have signed an online Change.org petition calling for recurring $2,000 per month payments.
So far, over 2 million people have signed an online Change.org petition calling for recurring $2,000 per month payments.
May jobs report: US adds modest 559,000 jobs amid hiring struggles
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
U.S. employers in May added 559,000 jobs, which was better than April but still a sign that many companies are struggling to find enough workers.
Texas saw a nearly 80 percent change in unemployment claims since 2020
As the fight against COVID-19 wages on, the U.S. has seen some remarkable progress, and according to WalletHub, this is most notable in the job market.
As the fight against COVID-19 wages on, the U.S. has seen some remarkable progress, and according to WalletHub, this is most notable in the job market.
Harris Co. students could win $5K scholarship for getting COVID-19 vaccine
Through a new raffle program, Harris County is providing scholarships to residents under the age of 18 who receive a COVID-19 vaccine from any Harris County Public Health vaccination site. Here's what you need to know.
Through a new raffle program, Harris County is providing scholarships to residents under the age of 18 who receive a COVID-19 vaccine from any Harris County Public Health vaccination site. Here's what you need to know.
Segregating those who have received the COVID-19 vaccine and who have not?
The divide between the vaccinated and unvaccinated is already emerging across the country. And there may come a time when the two are separated by plexiglass - or even floors at offices. Or we may see 'vaccinated only' seats at stadiums - separate lines at theme parks. But is it the way to go and legal? John Bosco, an attorney with Brailey Brauer helps break it down for us.
The divide between the vaccinated and unvaccinated is already emerging across the country. And there may come a time when the two are separated by plexiglass - or even floors at offices. Or we may see 'vaccinated only' seats at stadiums - separate lines at theme parks. But is it the way to go and legal? John Bosco, an attorney with Brailey Brauer helps break it down for us.
US unemployment claims drop to 385,000, another pandemic low
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Unemployment benefit applications in the U.S. have dropped to 385,000, down 20,000 from the week before.
Free incentives for the COVID-19 vaccine?
There seems to be a growing list of companies offering everything from beer to cash to anyone who receives the COVID-19 vaccine. But are these helpful or harmful? Willa Friedman, a professor of Behavioral Economics at the University of Houston gives us her answer.
There seems to be a growing list of companies offering everything from beer to cash to anyone who receives the COVID-19 vaccine. But are these helpful or harmful? Willa Friedman, a professor of Behavioral Economics at the University of Houston gives us her answer.
Shrinkflation: Prices increasing with product sizes decreasing
Have you been feeling ripped off lately when you go to the store? Not only are consumer prices increasing due to inflation, but product sizes could be decreasing. It's called "Shrinkflation" and Edward Dworsky, founder of consumerworld.org helps explain what that is.
Have you been feeling ripped off lately when you go to the store? Not only are consumer prices increasing due to inflation, but product sizes could be decreasing. It's called "Shrinkflation" and Edward Dworsky, founder of consumerworld.org helps explain what that is.
Moderna seeking full FDA approval & concerns over Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Right now, Moderna has emergency authorization for adults 18-years and up only. Now, it?s seeking full approval from the FDA; what that means for the vaccination efforts. Meanwhile, concerns remain high regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. We catch up with Dr. Prathit Kulkarni. Assistant professor of medicine-infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine for more information.
Right now, Moderna has emergency authorization for adults 18-years and up only. Now, it?s seeking full approval from the FDA; what that means for the vaccination efforts. Meanwhile, concerns remain high regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. We catch up with Dr. Prathit Kulkarni. Assistant professor of medicine-infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine for more information.
Amazon sets Prime Day dates for June
Amazon has announced the dates for its annual Prime Day for 2021.
Amazon has announced the dates for its annual Prime Day for 2021.
Inflation fears now a reality - what's driving the increase and for how long?
Inflation is up and just about everything is going to cost more for the time being. Prof. Dietrich Von Biedenfeld, with the University of Houston - Downtown joins us to help break it down for us.
Inflation is up and just about everything is going to cost more for the time being. Prof. Dietrich Von Biedenfeld, with the University of Houston - Downtown joins us to help break it down for us.
Disney to complete test cruise from Port Canaveral this month
Disney Cruise Line confirmed to FOX 35 on Tuesday that they will do a test cruise from Port Canaveral on June 29th.
Disney Cruise Line confirmed to FOX 35 on Tuesday that they will do a test cruise from Port Canaveral on June 29th.
Target reopens fitting rooms at all stores after closing to customers during pandemic
Target said it began opening some of the dressing rooms at the start of Memorial Day weekend, and all were expected to reopen by June 1. The only exception is “a small number” being used for vaccine administration.
Target said it began opening some of the dressing rooms at the start of Memorial Day weekend, and all were expected to reopen by June 1. The only exception is “a small number” being used for vaccine administration.
Moderna seeks full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna said it has started the process of obtaining full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. It will submit data “on a rolling basis over the coming weeks,” which the FDA will scrutinize.
Moderna said it has started the process of obtaining full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. It will submit data “on a rolling basis over the coming weeks,” which the FDA will scrutinize.
Carnival gets CDC approval for Florida, Texas cruises this summer
Carnival will first set sail from Texas' Port of Galveston, Florida's Port Miami and Port Canaveral.
Carnival will first set sail from Texas' Port of Galveston, Florida's Port Miami and Port Canaveral.
Effort to curb governors' pandemic emergency powers falls short at Texas Legislature
The proposal’s low bill number signaled it was a priority of new House Speaker Dade Phelan, a Beaumont Republican who referred to the legislation as “the House’s blueprint for pandemic response.”
The proposal’s low bill number signaled it was a priority of new House Speaker Dade Phelan, a Beaumont Republican who referred to the legislation as “the House’s blueprint for pandemic response.”
Memorial Day Weekend will see lower risk of COVID spread, says Houston health authority
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
COVID-19 worries amid Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.
More than 100 employees suing Houston Methodist for requiring them to get COVID-19 vaccine
Several employees with Houston Methodist Hospital have filed a lawsuit against the hospital for requiring employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Several employees with Houston Methodist Hospital have filed a lawsuit against the hospital for requiring employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
More than 100 employees suing Houston Methodist for requiring them to get COVID-19 vaccine
According to a lawsuit provided by the attorney, a total of 117 plaintiffs are included, where they say their employer has forced them to participate in what is being described as “an experimental vaccine trial as a condition for continued employment.”
According to a lawsuit provided by the attorney, a total of 117 plaintiffs are included, where they say their employer has forced them to participate in what is being described as “an experimental vaccine trial as a condition for continued employment.”