The number of Coronavirus COVID-19 cases, deaths, recoveries in greater Houston area
Here is a county-by-county list of reported cases, deaths, and recoveries in the greater Houston area.
Small businesses come up with unique solutions to improve cash flow during pandemic
Small business owners are coming up with creative ways to keep cash flowing during the pandemic.
City of Houston announces $4.1M crime reduction plan for HPD
“Right now, nobody is talking about the skyrocketing murder rate and the fact that it is our black and brown communities statistically that are impacted the most by this,” Houston Police Officers’ Union President Joe Gamaldi said.
Some travel insurance policies now cover COVID-19 related cancellations
More travel insurance companies are covering COVID-19 related cancellations through what's called Cancel For Any Reason, or a CFAR policy.
HISD students return to school buildings for the first time in 7 months
HISD students will return to school buildings after months of virtual learning.
Houston health officials suggest Halloween alternatives amid COVID-19 pandemic
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner says the City is not canceling Halloween this year, but health officials are encouraging residents to find alternative ways to celebrate amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 testing in greater Houston area: how and where
Where can you get tested for COVID-19 in Houston and surrounding areas. There are public testing sites and private sites. Some are free of charge, others cost a fee or bill a patient's insurance.
Houston woman, 70, fatally hit by SUV while walking in west Houston
Houston police say the driver lost control or lost consciousness, striking the curb and some street signs before hitting the 70-year-old woman.
HPD implements crime prevention initiative to lower city crime rates
Mayor Turner announced that starting Monday, Oct. 19 there will be an additional 110 officers deployed each day in the Westside, South Gessner, North Belt, Southeast, South Central, and Midwest regions on Houston.
Man shot while sitting in car at motel in north Harris County
Harris County deputies say a man was sitting in his car in the parking lot of a motel when someone walked up and shot him multiple times.
Woman shot multiple times in Houston's Montrose neighborhood
Houston police say the woman appears to have been injured in a drive-by shooting.
Texas teen wins $25K for work on possible COVID-19 solution
14-year-old eighth-grader Anika Chebrolu of Frisco has won the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge for her study on COVID-19.
Lakewood Church reopens following city of Houston's recommendations
Churches and faith-based organizations were allowed to reopen over the weekend with a set of recommendations from the City of Houston.
Harry Potter themed bar pops up in downtown Houston
Attention Harry Potter fans: a Muggle-less pop-up bar has magically appeared in the heart of downtown Houston.
Houston ISD students returning to in-person learning on Monday
The state’s largest school district, Houston Independent School District will have kids returning to classrooms Monday for the first time this school year.
Funeral services announced for baby Nick Torres
Funeral services have been set for 10-month-old baby Nick Torres, according to the Baby Nick Torres Facebook page.
City of Houston announces recommendations for reopening sanctuaries, faith-based organizations
The City of Houston has announced recommendations for allowing sanctuaries and faith-based organizations to reopen their doors for religious services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Woman found shot in the head at Cypress ER, police investigating
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said they were called out to a report of a person shot at 2124 Northwest Freeway, just before 2:30 p.m.
El Paso sees largest number in hospitals due to COVID-19
In the El Paso area, only seven ICU beds are available, according to the Texas Department of Health and Human Services.
HPD: Motorcyclist dead after allegedly racing vehicle on I-45
According to HPD, it was reported that the motorcycle rider was possibly racing a silver Chrysler 3000 when the crash occurred.