Houston-area leaders announce $65 million plan to help homeless

The joint $65 million plan will house 5,000 people experiencing homelessness over the next two years to limit the spread of COVID-19.

LIST: Independence Day celebrations in the Houston area

Independence Day is right around the corner and we've got the latest list of celebrations happening in the greater Houston area. 

Fireworks safety, tips for July 4 weekend

Independence Day weekend is quickly approaching, and officials are reminding residents to exercise caution if you are popping fireworks.

Big Love Cancer Care virtual birthday bash kicks off

Big Love Cancer Care has had to dramatically readjust their volunteer efforts and their fundraising due to COVID 19, but the nonprofit group is determined to keep their mission going.

Ban on elective surgeries puts financial strain on local hospitals

Many Texas hospitals are hoping that state and federal governments will step in soon to help financially during the time they can’t perform elective surgeries.

Harris Co. Judge Lina Hidalgo extending mandatory mask order until Aug. 26

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will extend an order that requires businesses to mandate that customers and employees wear a face covering or mask.

Man fatally struck by pickup truck in northeast Harris County

Deputies say the man was in the roadway, and the driver of the pickup truck didn’t see him in time to avoid hitting him. The driver remained at the scene.

Harris County struggles to keep a lid on COVID-19 infection rate

In press conferences, Harris County and Houston leaders emphasized the seriousness of the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

Pearland signs order requiring face coverings in businesses

The order, which will remain in effect until July 12, requires facemasks to be worn at all businesses by employees and visitors aged 10 years or older, in areas where six feet of separation is not feasible.