FULL VIDEO: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo speaks regarding order requiring masks in public schools, child care centers
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo held a Zoom interview Thursday evening to address an order that was issued by the local health authority that will require masks in public schools and child care centers in Harris County.
Unvaccinated pregnant women infected with COVID-19 are more likely to have complications, pre-term birth
The CDC is now saying that pregnant people with COVID-19 are at an increased risk of preterm birth and other pregnancy complications.
Houston-based virtual memorial honors victims of COVID-19 by spotlighting lost loved ones
The COVID-19 Wall of Memories looks to spotlight the faces of victims who have fallen to the deadly virus and honor their memories.
Unvaccinated pregnant women infected with COVID-19 are more likely to have complications, pre-term birth
The CDC is now saying that pregnant people with COVID-19 are at an increased risk of preterm birth and other pregnancy complications.
Houston-based virtual memorial honors victims of COVID-19 by spotlighting lost loved ones
With the number of COVID-19 related deaths in our community, a local couple looks to spotlight the faces of victims who have fallen to the deadly virus and honor their memories.
Memorial Hermann CEO addresses ICU capacity, staffing
Memorial Hermann president and CEO Dr. David Callender discusses ICU capacity and staffing.
Arnold Schwarzenegger says anyone who doesn't wear a mask is a schmuck
The Terminator doesn't mince words. Actor and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger chewed out people who won't get vaccinated and said anyone who won't wear a mask is a schmuck.
US jobless claims fall for 3rd straight week as economy strengthens
U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 375,000, near a pandemic low and another sign of strength for a rebounding economy and job market.
Study finds COVID-19 booster dose helps protect transplant patients
A third dose of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine improved protection for organ transplant recipients, Canadian researchers reported this week.
Some Americans receiving unapproved COVID-19 booster shots
With Delta variant quickly spreading locally, many are wondering if a booster would give them more immunity.
Woman says her fiance died at the Harris County jail after suffering from COVID symptoms
One woman says her fiancé was sick and struggling for nearly two weeks but when he asked for help, she claims he was not given enough medical attention.
Some Americans are getting unauthorized COVID-19 booster shots
FOX 26 Anchor Rashi Vats spoke with an infectious disease doctor as more than 1 million people have reportedly received unauthorized booster shots.
Fiance says her husband died from COVID-19 while serving time at Harris County Jail
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee spoke with the woman who said her fiance was struggling for nearly two weeks.
Fort Bend County sues regarding Gov. Abbott's executive order regarding masks
FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace has more on the lawsuit and what's next for county employees as well as students.
Delta variant showing grim picture with more children hospitalized, doctors worry wave hasn't peaked
Pediatricians at Houston's major hospitals are noticing some drastic changes in COVID-19 and kids because of the Delta variant, including a concerning increase in hospitalizations, even for children without underlying medical conditions.
Fort Bend Co. files lawsuit challenging Texas Governor's executive order, COVID threat level increased
Fort Bend County officials will be holding a news conference on Wednesday afternoon to announce they are filing a lawsuit challenging Texas Governor Greg Abbott's executive order, GA-38.
Gov. Abbott warns schools, local governments will be 'taken to court' for implementing mask mandates
With local counties and schools implementing mask mandates amid the rising COVID-19 cases, the governor took to social media to remind them of the consequences.
Delta variant showing grim picture with increasing number of children hospitalized
Pediatricians at Houston's major hospitals are noticing some drastic changes in COVID-19 and kids because of the Delta variant, including a concerning increase in hospitalizations, even for children without underlying medical conditions.
'Why didn't I get vaccinated?' ER doc says that's what he's hearing most from COVID patients
COVID-19 cases are on the rise, hospitals are filling up and many non-vaccinated and COVID-19 patients are voicing their regret to ER doctors.
Gov. Abbott, DSHS to deploy more than 2,500 medical personnel to combat surging cases of COVID-19 in Texas
The COVID-19 pandemic has skyrocketed in Texas and hospitals across the state are struggling to meet the rising demands due to staffing shortages, but fortunately, help is on the way.