Can companies and colleges make getting the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory?
Some Houston Methodist Nurses are protesting the hospital's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The hospital announced vaccines are mandatory for all employees back in March. But, can employers make that call? Professor Dorit Reiss from UC Hastings joins us to help answer that question.
Some Houston Methodist Nurses are protesting the hospital's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The hospital announced vaccines are mandatory for all employees back in March. But, can employers make that call? Professor Dorit Reiss from UC Hastings joins us to help answer that question.
European regulators approve Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12-15
The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.
The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowers COVID-19 threat level
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowered the COVID-19 threat indicator from Level 2: Orange to Level 3: Yellow, the system’s second-lowest threat level.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowered the COVID-19 threat indicator from Level 2: Orange to Level 3: Yellow, the system’s second-lowest threat level.
Recovering financially after the pandemic
Financial expert Jeannetta Collier joins The Factor to discuss what you can do to get back on your feet after the pandemic, and set yourself up for generational wealth.
Financial expert Jeannetta Collier joins The Factor to discuss what you can do to get back on your feet after the pandemic, and set yourself up for generational wealth.
Free, low cost summer resources in Houston to prevent learning loss
Every summer, educators worry about 'Summer Brain Drain,' also known as the 'Summer Slide.' It's basically that decline of reading or other academic skills during the summer break. FOX 26 Houston's Maria Salazar spoke to some experts about the growing concern about this year and what you can do to help a young person in your life.
Every summer, educators worry about 'Summer Brain Drain,' also known as the 'Summer Slide.' It's basically that decline of reading or other academic skills during the summer break. FOX 26 Houston's Maria Salazar spoke to some experts about the growing concern about this year and what you can do to help a young person in your life.
How to prevent 'summer brain drain'
Every summer, educators worry about 'Summer Brain Drain,' also known as the 'Summer Slide.' It's basically that decline of reading or other academic skills during the summer break. FOX 26 Houston's Maria Salazar spoke to some experts about the growing concern about this year and what you can do to help a young person in your life.
Every summer, educators worry about 'Summer Brain Drain,' also known as the 'Summer Slide.' It's basically that decline of reading or other academic skills during the summer break. FOX 26 Houston's Maria Salazar spoke to some experts about the growing concern about this year and what you can do to help a young person in your life.
US unemployment claims fall to 406,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped last week to 406,000, a new pandemic low and evidence that the job market is strengthening.
CVS launches sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, offering cruises, Super Bowl VIP tickets
CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.
CVS Health is joining other major corporations by rolling out a sweepstakes to encourage COVID-19 vaccination at its stores, offering monetary prizes, free cruises, tropical vacations and VIP Super Bowl tickets.
Facebook ends ban on posts claiming COVID-19 is man-made
Facebook will no longer ban posts suggesting COVID-19 was man-made amid mounting calls to further investigate the pandemic’s origins, marking a reversal for the social media giant.
Facebook will no longer ban posts suggesting COVID-19 was man-made amid mounting calls to further investigate the pandemic’s origins, marking a reversal for the social media giant.
State lawmakers boost education spending with federal pandemic aid
The Texas Senate has approved a state budget with a massive increase in funding for public schools still reeling from the pandemic.
The Texas Senate has approved a state budget with a massive increase in funding for public schools still reeling from the pandemic.
Answering your questions about the Moderna vaccine!
Moderna could become the second COVID-19 vaccine approved for kids as young as 12-years-old. The company has asked for emergency authorization after reporting its vaccine is 100 percent effective for the age group. Dr. Flor Munoz, associate professor of pediatrics and infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine joins us live to answer your questions.
Moderna could become the second COVID-19 vaccine approved for kids as young as 12-years-old. The company has asked for emergency authorization after reporting its vaccine is 100 percent effective for the age group. Dr. Flor Munoz, associate professor of pediatrics and infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine joins us live to answer your questions.
Can businesses get sued if someone contracts COVID-19?
If you own a business. can you be sued if someone believes they contracted COVID-19 at your establishment? Brad Nitschke Chair of Jackson Walker law firm's COVID-19 task force helps break it down for us.
If you own a business. can you be sued if someone believes they contracted COVID-19 at your establishment? Brad Nitschke Chair of Jackson Walker law firm's COVID-19 task force helps break it down for us.
What jobs are out there!
It's time to go back to work; as Governor Greg Abbott ends the extra unemployment money next month. Now if that impacts you, there are thousands of open positions available. FOX 26 Houston caught up with April. Maggio, Regional Sales Practice Director with Corestaff Services to save the day and let you know what's out there.
It's time to go back to work; as Governor Greg Abbott ends the extra unemployment money next month. Now if that impacts you, there are thousands of open positions available. FOX 26 Houston caught up with April. Maggio, Regional Sales Practice Director with Corestaff Services to save the day and let you know what's out there.
US reaches 50% of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19, CDC data says
The United States reached a notable milestone on Tuesday with 50% of adults becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 nationwide. according to data collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The United States reached a notable milestone on Tuesday with 50% of adults becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 nationwide. according to data collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Pfizer begins testing COVID-19 booster shot with pneumococcal vaccine in older adults
Pfizer is testing a booster of its COVID-19 vaccine in combination with a pneumococcal vaccine candidate in fully vaccinated older adults. The study will analyze safety and the immune responses produced by each.
Pfizer is testing a booster of its COVID-19 vaccine in combination with a pneumococcal vaccine candidate in fully vaccinated older adults. The study will analyze safety and the immune responses produced by each.
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12
Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects older kids after a study of more than 3,700 12- to 17-year-olds. The company plans to submit its teen data to the FDA in early June.
Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects older kids after a study of more than 3,700 12- to 17-year-olds. The company plans to submit its teen data to the FDA in early June.
Divorce Court Judge orders COVID-19 vaccine for Liberty Co. man to see his children
A Liberty County man says his rights were violated when a divorce court judge ordered him to get a COVID-19 vaccine in order to see his kids.
A Liberty County man says his rights were violated when a divorce court judge ordered him to get a COVID-19 vaccine in order to see his kids.
India's COVID-19 death toll 3rd highest in world at 300,000 amid slow vaccine drive
India topped 300,000 virus-related deaths on Monday, the nation with the third-highest death toll after the U.S. and Brazil. Meanwhile, vaccine deliveries have slowed as the surge hits the nation’s countryside.
India topped 300,000 virus-related deaths on Monday, the nation with the third-highest death toll after the U.S. and Brazil. Meanwhile, vaccine deliveries have slowed as the surge hits the nation’s countryside.
Sheila Jackson Lee hosts COVID-19 vaccine clinic for adults and teens
Sheila Jackson Lee hosted another COVID-19 vaccine clinic today at Cullen Middle School. Adults and 12 to 15-year-olds were invited to get their first or second dose.
Sheila Jackson Lee hosted another COVID-19 vaccine clinic today at Cullen Middle School. Adults and 12 to 15-year-olds were invited to get their first or second dose.
Hundreds of protestors demonstrate against Methodist Hospital's mask mandate
Nearly 100 demonstrators gathered outside are upset over Methodist Hospital's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Methodist is requiring all of its staff to receive the vaccine as a condition of employment. Other hospital systems, universities, and employers have adopted or are considering a vaccine mandate as well.
Nearly 100 demonstrators gathered outside are upset over Methodist Hospital's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Methodist is requiring all of its staff to receive the vaccine as a condition of employment. Other hospital systems, universities, and employers have adopted or are considering a vaccine mandate as well.