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.
'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.
Texas Children's Hospital requiring employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19
Texas Children’s Hospital says all members of its workforce must receive their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by 5 p.m. September 21 and their second dose by 5 p.m. October 19, if receiving the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine.
Katy ISD school board approves virtual learning for grades K-6
According to a release, the Katy Virtual Academy (KVA) online learning program was approved for students enrolled in kindergarten through sixth grade.
Two local churches in Galveston County mourning the loss of their pastors, who died battling Covid-19
Two local churches in Galveston County are now mourning the loss of their pastors, who died battling Covid-19.
Houston ISD bus drivers raising safety concerns ahead of new school year
FOX 26 Anchor Rashi Vats spoke with some bus drivers about their concerns ahead of the upcoming school year.
Katy ISD approves virtual learning for some students
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what students will be allowed to sign up.
Once COVID-19 skeptics, local couple changes view on vaccine after battling infection
The nightmare for Lee Ramos and his family began about a week ago. In the middle of the night, Lee, a healthy 30-year-old, was having severe chest pain.
Supt. House talks about HISD's plan as the pandemic puts a strain on school districts
COVID isn't only causing safety concerns in schools but also adding to employee shortages, thousands of students not returning to school and kids playing catch up after virtual learning.
More districts to offer virtual learning for the new school year
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what school districts will be offering virtual learning.
More districts to offer virtual learning for the new school year
FOX 26 Reporter Tiffany Justice has more on what school districts will be offering virtual learning.
Memorial Hermann reinstating 'No Visitor Policy' starting on Wednesday
Memorial Hermann announced on Monday that a ‘No visitor policy’ is being reinstated at all of their facilities across the system. According to the release, the policy will go into effect on Wednesday.
Conroe ISD offers limited PreK-6 virtual program during first semester
Conroe ISD says the limited virtual program is being offered for students in grades PreK-6 only, and the application for the program closes on Tuesday, August 10.
Pentagon would require COVID-19 vaccine for US troops under new plan
Members of the U.S. military would be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine under a new plan.
Surging COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations causing school districts to update health protocols
As COVID-19 cases surge, some Houston-area school districts are updating their health protocols. Fort Bend ISD announced Sunday that the district will now offer a virtual learning option, and HISD’s board of trustees is expected to vote this week on a proposed mask mandate.
The push to vaccinate Houston adolescents and school staff against COVID-19 intensifies
City leaders and school officials say they're heavily involved and dedicated to ensuring Houston students and staff members are vaccinated against COVID-19.
Carnival Vista cruise returns after face mask rules implemented, confirmed cases of COVID-19 onboard
Passengers aboard the Carnival Vista cruise have returned days after FOX 26 learned the ship had a small number of COVID-19 cases onboard.
This weekend could be crucial in COVID-19 surge numbers
Dr. Abdulla Kudrath discusses concern over a COVID-19 surge this weekend.
United, Frontier roll out COVID-19 vaccination requirements for workers
United Airlines will require all U.S.-based employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by late October, the company announced Friday.
LIST: 'Super Saturday Vaccination Day' locations in the Houston area
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and numerous other Houston-area school districts announced a new initiative on Wednesday to get children ages 12 and over vaccinated.