First Lady Dr. Jill Biden arrives in Houston to encourage pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden was joined by U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy at Texas Children's Hospital as part of efforts to visit pediatric vaccination clinics across the country over the coming weeks to encourage shots.
Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage
There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.
Fort Bend County lowers COVID-19 risk level to second-lowest category
For the second time in about a month, Fort Bend County's COVID-19 risk level has been lowered. It is now at the second-lowest category in the system.
Van Morrison sued by North Ireland health minister over COVID-19 mandate criticism
Northern Ireland’s health minister is suing Van Morrison after the singer called him “very dangerous” for his handling of coronavirus restrictions.
COVID-19 can infect inner ear, cause hearing loss in some patients, researchers find
Experts studied 10 patients with ear-related symptoms linked to COVID-19. The hearing loss ranged from mild to profound.
Singapore’s health system to stop covering medical costs for patients ‘unvaccinated by choice’
Singapore’s government says its citizens have until Dec. 8 to get vaccinated or they will be left on their own to cover any medical expenses they accrue.
Chiropractor claims treatment helped patients get their taste, smell back after COVID-19
For one Houston-area woman, month-after-month led to a year without taste. The last thing she expected was to get help at a chiropractor's office.
Cell process may explain why coronavirus variants are more infectious, NIH study shows
NIH scientists believe they have discovered why the coronavirus alpha and delta variants have an easier time infecting host cells and hope the discovery will lead to more effective treatment.
Unemployment claims drop to 267,000, a new pandemic low
Jobless claims fell by 4,000 last week, the Labor Department reported Wednesday.
Biden to extend FEMA-backed COVID-19 aid until April 2022
The White House says President Joe Biden is extending the federal government’s 100% reimbursement of COVID-19 emergency response costs to states, tribes and territories through April 1, 2022.
Pfizer asks FDA to authorize COVID-19 booster shot for all adults over age of 18
Pfizer and BioNTech on Tuesday submitted a request to the FDA to broaden its emergency use authorization for a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine to all U.S. adults aged 18 and older.
US surgeon general releases guide to combating COVID-19 misinformation
The U.S. Surgeon General released a guide aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19 misinformation, including tips on how to talk to friends and family.
Hundreds of demonstrators gather in downtown LA to protest COVID-19 vaccine mandates
Hundreds of Angelenos against COVID-19 vaccine mandates gathered at Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles Monday for the "March for Freedom" rally.
International travelers flock to US on 1st day of eased COVID-19 restrictions
Parents held children born while they were stuck abroad. Long-separated couples kissed, and grandparents embraced grandchildren who had doubled in age.
COVID-19 preps needed to get into Astroworld
Fans in attendance at AstroWorld must present a COVID-19 vaccine card or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test to get into the festival. If you don’t have them, you won’t get inside to see great acts this weekend – like Master P, who talked to FOX 26’s Coco Dominguez.
Pfizer says pill to treat COVID-19 is nearly 90% effective
A doctor joins The Factor to discuss the news about a pill to treat COVID-19 created by Pfizer.
Controversy and backlash surround Biden vaccine mandates
Attorney Charles Adams joins The Factor to discuss new vaccine mandates for certain businesses put in place by the Biden administration.
Lone Star Rally kicks off for first time since COVID-19 put event on hiatus
The Lone Star Rally down in Galveston is back for the first time since COVID-19 brought festivals and large gatherings to a halt. FOX 26’s Gabby Hart shares more on the return of this biker event, which has a lot of small businesses and vendors excited.
More price hikes on the way in Houston
We've all noticed prices for all kinds of things, have been on the rise. Manufacturers have blamed COVID-19 and supply-chain challenges for their price hikes. FOX 26’s Business Reporter Tom Zizka says the added cost of living is likely to stay.
Houston health department now vaccinating children against COVID-19
City of Houston chief medical officer, Dr. David Persse, believes that most people have been or will be exposed to COVID-19 eventually. And those who are vaccinated will have a much easier time fighting the virus.