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Houston restaurant endured recession and pandemic, now braces for tariffs

Read full article: Houston restaurant endured recession and pandemic, now braces for tariffs

Frederick Wu, the owner of North China Restaurant in Houston's Energy Corridor, is bracing for the impact of sweeping tariffs.

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Dozens reportedly laid off at Galveston County Health District

Read full article: Dozens reportedly laid off at Galveston County Health District

Dozens of people have been laid off at the Galveston County Health District as officials say money sources from the time of the COVID-19 pandemic which allowed them to increase staff levels has run out.

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COVID-19 milestone: How Houston’s response to the virus has changed in the last four years

Read full article: COVID-19 milestone: How Houston’s response to the virus has changed in the last four years

March 11 marks the day four years ago when the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.

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Now that the pandemic is ‘over,’ we want to know how it changed your life

Read full article: Now that the pandemic is ‘over,’ we want to know how it changed your life

The World Health organization declared earlier this month that the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer an emergency, putting a three-year end to the virus that killed at least 7 million people and turned the world upside down.

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Gov. Abbott announces extension of emergency SNAP benefits for December

Read full article: Gov. Abbott announces extension of emergency SNAP benefits for December

Gov. Greg Abbott announced Friday the Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide more than $341.4 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits for the month of December.

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5th round of P-EBT on the way: Governor Abbott, HHSC approve $1.4B in pandemic food benefits for families

Read full article: 5th round of P-EBT on the way: Governor Abbott, HHSC approve $1.4B in pandemic food benefits for families

Governor Greg Abbott announced Wednesday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for a fifth round of federal Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) food benefits for Texas families with children who temporarily lost access to federally funded summer meal programs due to COVID-19.

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Is the Novavax booster for COVID-19 the right choice for you?

Read full article: Is the Novavax booster for COVID-19 the right choice for you?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention grants approves new type of COVID-19 vaccine

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‘We are in the midst of the worst surge of COVID that we have seen since the beginning of the pandemic’: Doctors send warning as cases continue to rise in Houston area

Read full article: ‘We are in the midst of the worst surge of COVID that we have seen since the beginning of the pandemic’: Doctors send warning as cases continue to rise in Houston area

With Harris County having a count of more than 1 million COVID cases, and Houston wastewater revealing seven times more of the virus than this time in 2020, local doctors are warning residents to take precautions when it comes to COVID-19.

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Houston mom of 2 evicted while waiting for rental relief money

Read full article: Houston mom of 2 evicted while waiting for rental relief money

Tammie Galloway, a mother of two, lost her job last year during the height of the pandemic and hasn’t been able to find steady work since.

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Baby formula shortage: This is how Houstonians and Texans can get help

Read full article: Baby formula shortage: This is how Houstonians and Texans can get help

A baby formula shortage in the United States has left parents scrambling for options and alternatives to help feed their little ones.

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Harris County commissioner calls for Judge Lina Hidalgo to have emergency powers revoked

Read full article: Harris County commissioner calls for Judge Lina Hidalgo to have emergency powers revoked

Judge Lina Hidalgo was granted more authority under the state’s disaster declaration back at the state of the pandemic in 2020. Precinct 4 Commissioner Jack Cagle’s proposal to strip the judge of her emergency powers failed in a 3-2 vote Tuesday afternoon.

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Stronger Houston: Program to help Houston’s homeless community sees major success during pandemic

Read full article: Stronger Houston: Program to help Houston’s homeless community sees major success during pandemic

The city of Houston, Harris County and a non-profit have been working amid the pandemic to reduce the number of people who are homeless and in emergency shelters.

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Nursing in the time of COVID: ‘The hostility and violence in the workplace is unbelievable’

Read full article: Nursing in the time of COVID: ‘The hostility and violence in the workplace is unbelievable’

The problems the nursing industry is experiencing lately aren’t new issues, said Melissa, 41, who’s in Roanoke, Virginia.

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Nursing in the time of COVID: ‘Being a new grad and already burnt out is not what I envisioned for my dream career’

Read full article: Nursing in the time of COVID: ‘Being a new grad and already burnt out is not what I envisioned for my dream career’

Christine always envisioned a career in nursing. It’s all she ever wanted, professionally.

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What do nurses fear lately on the job? These responses are heavy, but worth the read

Read full article: What do nurses fear lately on the job? These responses are heavy, but worth the read

Did you have any idea just how many health care workers are nervous about a physical attack on the job?

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Developmental delays among children have become common during the pandemic; Here’s how to combat them

Read full article: Developmental delays among children have become common during the pandemic; Here’s how to combat them

A new study is shining a light on the impact the pandemic has had on the development of newborns/infants born during the pandemic.

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HISD principal helps clean school after custodial workers step away due to COVID-related issues

Read full article: HISD principal helps clean school after custodial workers step away due to COVID-related issues

Administrators, teachers, and parents have all had to roll up their sleeves in a sense to wade through the pandemic and make sure kids were educated, but one Houston Independent School District principal gave a literal example just this week.

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What do nurses wish you knew about COVID-19? These answers should be required reading.

Read full article: What do nurses wish you knew about COVID-19? These answers should be required reading.

Just last week, we asked: If you’re a health care worker, what are you seeing lately on the job?

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Sugar Land restaurant chain expanding outdoor seating, seeing major growth through pandemic

Read full article: Sugar Land restaurant chain expanding outdoor seating, seeing major growth through pandemic

When the pandemic hit, the restaurant industry was forced to figure out how to manage a drastic change in operations and guest flow.

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Share: Doctors and nurses, what are you experiencing lately on the job?

Read full article: Share: Doctors and nurses, what are you experiencing lately on the job?

Does it still seem like the COVID-19 pandemic just started, or do you feel like we’ve been dealing with this reality for ages?

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UT Health creates hotline for healthcare workers experiencing difficulty during COVID-19 pandemic

Read full article: UT Health creates hotline for healthcare workers experiencing difficulty during COVID-19 pandemic

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers have been working tirelessly to stop the spread of the virus and help those who fall ill but it's leading to anxiety, depression, substance abuse and other issues.

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Children at Risk unveils Mount Carmel Academy is ranked No. 1 Houston-area high school on its 2021 rankings

Read full article: Children at Risk unveils Mount Carmel Academy is ranked No. 1 Houston-area high school on its 2021 rankings

Children at Risk, along with other school officials across the Houston area, said Mount Carmel Academy is the No. 1 high school in the Houston area.

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We asked you to tell us about your pandemic pregnancies. Your responses are heart-wrenching, haunting and touching.

Read full article: We asked you to tell us about your pandemic pregnancies. Your responses are heart-wrenching, haunting and touching.

Last summer, we asked: “Are you or your partner pregnant -- or have you delivered in the past few months?” ... “We want to hear from you.”

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Did you lose a loved one to COVID-19? This is your chance to share that person’s story with the world

Read full article: Did you lose a loved one to COVID-19? This is your chance to share that person’s story with the world

Maybe it was when the pandemic first arrived in the United States, or perhaps it only happened in recent weeks or months. But if you lost a friend or family member to COVID-19, and you’d like to memorialize that person’s legacy, we invite you to share more.

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‘We’re on the backside of 4th wave’: Houston doctors say hospital beds wait times, availability improving

Read full article: ‘We’re on the backside of 4th wave’: Houston doctors say hospital beds wait times, availability improving

There are signs that the Houston area is heading in the right direction as hospitals report shorter wait times for beds for COVID and non-COVID patients.

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Curbside therapy: Some professionals travel to clients during pandemic

Read full article: Curbside therapy: Some professionals travel to clients during pandemic

It is a curbside service in the world of family therapy. Welcome to the new model of counseling that brings much-needed support directly to the client.

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Texas is 3rd least-vaccinated state in the U.S., report says

Read full article: Texas is 3rd least-vaccinated state in the U.S., report says

The Lone Star State is ranked 3rd least-vaccinated state in the U.S., according to a report by WalletHub.

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Concerns grow over COVID-19 hospitalization numbers in Houston area

Read full article: Concerns grow over COVID-19 hospitalization numbers in Houston area

We continue to track the number of COVID-19 cases across the greater Houston area.

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Rice University will move to online instruction for first two weeks of semester due to rise in COVID-19 cases

Read full article: Rice University will move to online instruction for first two weeks of semester due to rise in COVID-19 cases

Rice University announced that it will move to virtual learning for the first two weeks of the semester due to the rise in COVID-19 and the delta variant.

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Fort Bend ISD in need of bus drivers, monitors amid COVID-19 pandemic staffing shortage

Read full article: Fort Bend ISD in need of bus drivers, monitors amid COVID-19 pandemic staffing shortage

Back to school time is among us, and with many schools opting for in-person classes, the bustle is back.

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Houston woman test positive for COVID-19; hospitals continue to see spike in patients

Read full article: Houston woman test positive for COVID-19; hospitals continue to see spike in patients

The number of COVID-19 patients being treated continues to increase every day.

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Texas Department of State Health Services to discuss COVID-19, latest data

Read full article: Texas Department of State Health Services to discuss COVID-19, latest data

The Texas Department of State Health Services discussed the coronavirus and the latest data.

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Hospitalizations escalating at same pace as highest COVID-19 peak, according to TMC leader

Read full article: Hospitalizations escalating at same pace as highest COVID-19 peak, according to TMC leader

COVID-19 hospitalizations in the Texas Medical Center are about to match where Houston has hit during previous peaks, like the second wave in June/July 2020.

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What did your office look like when you returned to work for the first time?

Read full article: What did your office look like when you returned to work for the first time?

It seems like more and more people are heading back to the office in some capacity, and it probably felt a little bit foreign for those who haven’t seen their co-workers in real life in more than a year.

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A closer look at breakthrough COVID-19 cases in vaccinated residents in Houston-area

Read full article: A closer look at breakthrough COVID-19 cases in vaccinated residents in Houston-area

In this latest wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, breakthrough cases in people who have been fully vaccinated are getting a lot of attention, but doctors say they are extremely rare.

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Harris County to give $1,500 grants to working families on frontlines of COVID-19 pandemic during Tuesday’s event

Read full article: Harris County to give $1,500 grants to working families on frontlines of COVID-19 pandemic during Tuesday’s event

Harris County will give $1,500 recovery assistance grants to working families on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic at its Recovery Assistance event Tuesday afternoon.

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end of eviction

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The ban on evictions put in place to help families during the pandemic is set to end Saturday night.

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Woman says she was evicted from her Cypress apartment while waiting for rental assistance

Read full article: Woman says she was evicted from her Cypress apartment while waiting for rental assistance

A Cypress mother of two was evicted from her apartment complex while waiting for rental assistance.

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6 signs the pandemic may be hurting your mental health as COVID-19 lingers on

Read full article: 6 signs the pandemic may be hurting your mental health as COVID-19 lingers on

Signs of mental health struggles can appear up to 18-months after a traumatic event, according to the Clinical Director of the Nick Finnegan Counseling Center, Audrey Omenson.

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Tokyo finally inching closer to official start of Olympic Games

Read full article: Tokyo finally inching closer to official start of Olympic Games

The countdown clock in Tokyo is coming down to its final moments.

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Why televisits with veterinarians will become more common post-pandemic

Read full article: Why televisits with veterinarians will become more common post-pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic changed a lot of things going forward, one of which is the way pet owners and veterinarians interact during visits.

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Houston’s convention, tourism industry bracing for robust remainder of 2021

Read full article: Houston’s convention, tourism industry bracing for robust remainder of 2021

The Anime Matsuri 2021 Convention in Houston this past weekend was the biggest and the best in the show’s history.

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My pandemic post-pregnancy: ‘People don’t realize how lonely the NICU experience can be’

Read full article: My pandemic post-pregnancy: ‘People don’t realize how lonely the NICU experience can be’

In 2016, Valerie Collignon gave birth at 35 weeks, which resulted in a week-long NICU stay that she described as “traumatizing.”

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Houston Black Real Estate Association gala helping families affected by COVID-19 and students

Read full article: Houston Black Real Estate Association gala helping families affected by COVID-19 and students

The Houston Black Real Estate Association will donate a portion of its proceeds from its bi-annual gala in efforts to help families get back on their feet after being impacted by the pandemic.

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Did you adopt a pet during the pandemic? We want to see

Read full article: Did you adopt a pet during the pandemic? We want to see

Being home for those first couple months of the pandemic really made for a lot of free time for some, and wasn’t it the perfect time to adopt a new puppy or kitty?

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Spring homeowners frustrated as trash piles up due to pandemic, labor shortage

Read full article: Spring homeowners frustrated as trash piles up due to pandemic, labor shortage

Customers complain Rosenberg-based trash and disposal company’s service has been consistently inconsistent.

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Harris County Commissioners Court resumes in-person meetings for first time since the pandemic

Read full article: Harris County Commissioners Court resumes in-person meetings for first time since the pandemic

The Harris County Commissioners Court resumed in-person meetings starting Tuesday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic.

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How the USO boosted the morale of service members in the Houston area during the pandemic

Read full article: How the USO boosted the morale of service members in the Houston area during the pandemic

The USO has continued to provide support at testing sites, vaccine sites, food banks, food distribution, and more.

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Federal pandemic food benefit enters 2nd round in Texas: What families of kids with free, reduced school meals need to know

Read full article: Federal pandemic food benefit enters 2nd round in Texas: What families of kids with free, reduced school meals need to know

Texas Families Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission has received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for a second round of federal Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) food benefits for families with children who have temporarily lost access to free or reduced-price school meals due to COVID-19 during the 2020-2021 school year.

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Local church pays off $1.9 million in medical debt for Fort Bend residents in need

Read full article: Local church pays off $1.9 million in medical debt for Fort Bend residents in need

A Fort Bend County church acquired and forgave over $1.9 million in medical debt for local residents.

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US advisers endorse Pfizer COVID shot for kids 12 and up

Read full article: US advisers endorse Pfizer COVID shot for kids 12 and up

U.S. health advisers endorsed use of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine in kids as young as 12 on Wednesday, just as expected new guidelines say it’s OK for people of any age to get the shot at the same time as other needed vaccinations.

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Tearful reunions mark second Mother’s Day under pandemic

Read full article: Tearful reunions mark second Mother’s Day under pandemic

Joyful reunions among vaccinated parents and children across the country marked this year’s Mother’s Day.

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VOTE: Two local ‘Teacher of the Year’ finalists

Read full article: VOTE: Two local ‘Teacher of the Year’ finalists

Teaching during this pandemic has been anything but easy.

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Alief ISD teacher creates gardening program to help students connect during pandemic

Read full article: Alief ISD teacher creates gardening program to help students connect during pandemic

Children all across the Houston area are continuing to feel the effects of the pandemic, even as we slowly make our way back to normalcy.

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The massive slowdown of Texas courts and the impact on justice

Read full article: The massive slowdown of Texas courts and the impact on justice

We look at the impact of the shutdown and the numbers involved. We also speak with the first judge to hold a zoom trial in the United States.

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Houston chef holds charity golf tournament to help feed Houstonians in need

Read full article: Houston chef holds charity golf tournament to help feed Houstonians in need

When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit the Houston area last year, food shortages in those neighborhoods where access was already limited to fresh and healthy food became even worse.

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Pandemic Pivot: Changing careers during a pandemic

Read full article: Pandemic Pivot: Changing careers during a pandemic

But with millions of people laid off and out of work, changing careers may seem out of the question. Money and work-life balance –these are the top two reasons people change careers. Two big questions to ask yourself first—do you really want to change careers or do you not like working during a pandemic? If you still want to change careers, know why? On average, it takes four years to successfully change careers and regain your credibility at your job.

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Stronger Houston: Bridging the unemployment gap for people of color

Read full article: Stronger Houston: Bridging the unemployment gap for people of color

Black and Latina women are facing the highest unemployment rate among all women with 8.9 % and 8.5% respectively. The pandemic, Lane said, has only magnified those long-standing inequities. “So that means we’ve got to have better education, better opportunities for people of color,” said Judson Robinson, President & CEO of The Houston Area Urban League. The Turnaround Houston Initiative is set to take place online from Thursday, April 29th through Sunday, May 2nd. If you’re interested in looking for work and want information about jobs, call The Houston Area Urban League at 281-220-6012.

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Shots in little arms: COVID-19 vaccine testing turns to kids

Read full article: Shots in little arms: COVID-19 vaccine testing turns to kids

In the U.S. and abroad, researchers are beginning to test younger and younger kids, to make sure the shots are safe and work for each age. (Shawn Rocco/Duke Health via AP)(AP) – The 9-year-old twins didn’t flinch as each received test doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine -- and then a sparkly bandage to cover the spot. Researchers in the U.S. and abroad are beginning to test younger and younger kids to make sure COVID-19 vaccines are safe and work for each age. AdBut younger children may need different doses than teens and adults. Most COVID-19 vaccines being used around the world were first studied in tens of thousands of adults.

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From public to private school: How families are making it affordable

Read full article: From public to private school: How families are making it affordable

HOUSTON – When public schools kept students online with abrupt, unscheduled closures, many private schools were able to keep classes more stable. Bellaire mother of two Charity Zemzous heard how private school Lutheran High North handled the pandemic and school in general. “Probably every private school would say that this has been a nice boon for them,” said Lutheran High North principal Dana Gerard. Gerard has seen enrollment increase and decline in his 37 years at LHN, but he said the pandemic caused families who had never before considered private school to take a look. Private school for low-income familiesCristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School, located by Hobby Airport, is a private, Catholic school (accepting all faiths) that exclusively educates students from low-income families.

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Monitoring the traffic trends 1 year after the pandemic

Read full article: Monitoring the traffic trends 1 year after the pandemic

HOUSTON – Congestion in Houston is a good indicator of things going back to normal, more people going back to work and students returning to school. Though we’re not 100% back to pre-pandemic traffic congestion, we’re certainly getting close. Here’s a look a the numbers:Traffic VolumesTraffic VolumesIt’s worth noting, even though congestion is slowly making a comeback, a recent report says: fewer Houstonians are driving into work. In 2019 nearly 85% of workers drove into the office, compared to nearly 90% in 2010.

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Local resources help students get back on track after falling behind academically due to the pandemic

Read full article: Local resources help students get back on track after falling behind academically due to the pandemic

One year ago when school districts transitioned to online learning because of the pandemic, Hester House in the Fifth Ward pivoted alongside them.

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7 diseases that vaccines have all but eliminated in the U.S.

Read full article: 7 diseases that vaccines have all but eliminated in the U.S.

First- and second-graders line up for Salk Polio vaccine shots on April 23, 1955. Regardless of where anyone stands on the matter, we know that vaccinations have been protecting us from diseases for decades. In 1921, the United States recorded 206,000 cases, which resulted in 15,520 deaths, according to the History of Vaccines website. According to the CDC, polio was once one of the most feared diseases in the U.S. Since 1979, there have been no polio cases that originated in the U.S.

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What’s at the top of your post-pandemic bucket list? Fill us in

Read full article: What’s at the top of your post-pandemic bucket list? Fill us in

To think of a world in which there’s no longer a COVID-19 pandemic. With vaccines now rolling out all over the country, as well as becoming available to more and more people, some have begun to talk about a post-pandemic life -- words we couldn’t imagine uttering (much less living) just a few months ago. Shall we go so far as to say there’s light at the end of the tunnel? So now we ask: What is at the top of your bucket list, if you will, post-pandemic? Maybe you’re dying to get back to work in person with your colleagues or classmates.

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My pandemic pregnancy loss: ‘The silence told me everything I needed to know’

Read full article: My pandemic pregnancy loss: ‘The silence told me everything I needed to know’

In writing this series, I’ve enjoyed hearing and learning about what’s been different, how people have been coping and adapting, and think about my own family’s timing and how we’ll manage it all.

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In-person vs. virtual: Where do the numbers stand among Houston-area’s school districts?

Read full article: In-person vs. virtual: Where do the numbers stand among Houston-area’s school districts?

HOUSTON – As students in many school districts across the greater Houston area get ready to start for spring break, KPRC 2 took a deep dive into the enrollment numbers. We wanted to outline the percentage of students who attend face-to-face instruction versus those who are in virtual remote learning. Here is a non-comprehensive list of some of the local school districts:Spring Branch ISD79 % in-person learning21% virtual learningHISD44% in-person56% virtualFort Bend ISD47.57% in-person52.43% virtualKaty ISD68% in-person32% virtualCy-Fair & Pearland ISD70 % in-person30% virtualAlief ISD40% in-person60% virtualHumble ISD79 % in-person21% virtual

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Man accused of stealing money from job seekers by promising city of Houston jobs

Read full article: Man accused of stealing money from job seekers by promising city of Houston jobs

HOUSTON – Prosecutors with The Harris County District Attorney’s Office said Larry Aguero was preying on the unemployed. Hayes said Aguero claimed to work for the City of Houston, promising his victims jobs that do not exist. AdThe alarm was sounded after several of the victims confronted Aguero at Aguero’s southwest Houston apartment. Gradually that complainant learned this job doesn’t exist, we don’t know what you’re talking about,” Hayes said. Prosecutors said if you’re ever approached by someone about jobs with the city or county, look for an official I.D.

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One year since pandemic began: These are the last pictures KPRC reporters took before the shutdowns

Read full article: One year since pandemic began: These are the last pictures KPRC reporters took before the shutdowns

One year ago Thursday, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus pandemic. AdKPRC2 Sofia Ojeda:The #lastphoto before the pandemic shut everything down last year. We went to the zoo.... Posted by KPRC2 Sofia Ojeda on Wednesday, March 10, 2021KPRC 2 Britta Merwin:My last photo on my phone before the pandemic. This photo makes... Posted by KPRC2 Britta Merwin on Thursday, March 11, 2021KPRC2 Amy Davis:#TheLastPhoto I took before the #pandemic #lockdown . @KPRC2 Posted by KPRC2 Amy Davis on Thursday, March 11, 2021KPRC2 Andy Cerota:What is the last picture on your camera roll from before the pandemic?

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All the major decisions, orders from Gov. Abbott since the COVID-19 pandemic began: A timeline

Read full article: All the major decisions, orders from Gov. Abbott since the COVID-19 pandemic began: A timeline

AdIn addition, Abbott rescinded the executive order pertaining to self-quarantining travelers to Texas from New Orleans. An executive order stated no jurisdiction would be allowed to confine anyone to jail for violating any order issued in response to the COVID-19 disaster. May 21: An executive order was issued that terminated air travel restrictions related to the pandemic. March 2, 2021: Abbott announced he would reopen Texas and rescind the mask mandate. March 10, 2021: Businesses in Texas allowed to reopen at 100%, and masks are no longer mandated in the state.

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What you need to know before and after getting a COVID-19 vaccine

Read full article: What you need to know before and after getting a COVID-19 vaccine

We have heard from viewers who wanted to know if they should be taking medication before getting the vaccine. In Quintero’s case, the potential problem was discovered last-minute as she was about to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. “If you’ve received any vaccine two weeks before getting the COVID vaccine then you may be turned away and you should avoid getting the vaccine in the two weeks after the Moderna vaccine,” explains Mishra. RELATED: What to expect at your appointment to get the COVID-19 vaccine. RELATED: Common questions and answers about the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Stronger Houston: The COVID-19 crisis and it’s impact on Houston’s transgender community

Read full article: Stronger Houston: The COVID-19 crisis and it’s impact on Houston’s transgender community

“The trans community is one of the most overlooked communities in times of disaster,” said Austin Ruiz, communications and marketing manger at The Montrose Center. AdWhen COVID-19 hit, The Montrose Center, which serves Houston’s LGBT community, saw a sharp increase in requests for help among Houston’s trans community. “We found there were a lot of community members, specifically trans community members, that do not feel safe to go to other social service agencies because they were afraid they’d be turned away or discriminated against because of their status as a trans community member,” Ruiz said. Through a foundation grant, Save Our Sisters United has been able to provide money for food, shelter, basic necessities and medication like HRT’s. She added that ongoing therapy sessions with her counselor at the Montrose Center continues to make all the difference in the world.

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Local doctor warns that virus will spike if masks not mandatory

Read full article: Local doctor warns that virus will spike if masks not mandatory

Abbott’s decision to open up the state, making face masks no longer mandatory, is the wrong move at the wrong time, according to Dr. Varon. At his United Memorial Medical Center in north Houston, Dr. Varon worked battling COVID-19 since the pandemic began. Dr. Varon said everyone should keep wearing masks because they work. Now, Dr. Varon and his staff are preparing for another surge that he says will likely come as a result of the governor’s order. Dr Varon says in the short term, people should continue wearing masks and social distancing to stay safe.

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Texas Education Agency says school boards can determine their own mask policies

Read full article: Texas Education Agency says school boards can determine their own mask policies

HOUSTON – When it comes to masks and children in school, the Texas Education Agency said the mask policy will be left up to each district’s school board. We ask that other school districts do the same. “It isn’t what we wanted (for) the Texas Education Agency to come out with. Molina is the president of the Texas State Teachers Association. After a year of online learning, the state has ordered all vaccine providers to immediately include teachers and school employees.

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Tomball venue prioritizing employees’ safety after governor’s latest executive order

Read full article: Tomball venue prioritizing employees’ safety after governor’s latest executive order

Greg Abbott announced an executive order allowing businesses to operate at 100% capacity and ending the statewide mask mandate. “We do have our foyer, with the biggest Chandelier in Texas,” said Lidice Ortiz, the manager of the venue. The wedding and special event venue has multiple spaces, including a ballroom, marble ceremony space, an outdoor venue, gardens and fountains. “We will use the masks until everybody will be vaccinated and we will be safe,” Ortiz said. “We really recommend that they wear masks, they must have social distancing if they want everyone to be safe,” Ortiz said.

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Study finds Texas is one of the worst states for children during the pandemic

Read full article: Study finds Texas is one of the worst states for children during the pandemic

(AP Photo/LM Otero)Texas ranks among the 10 worst states in the nation when it comes to child protection amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a study. Approaching the one-year mark since the pandemic was declared, the international non-profit Save the Children has been able to analyze the burden of COVID-19 on families with children. Save the Children examined three hardships that it believes most-challenged children in the United States – hunger, lack of tools for remote learning, and difficulty for families to pay bills. AdThe study found children of color are more likely to face hunger as well as lack tools needed for remote learning. Out of all 50 states, Texas was ranked No.

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Congressman Dan Crenshaw introduces anti-lockdown legislation to end shutdown during pandemic

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HOUSTON – U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Houston) introduced anti-lockdown legislation Monday that he said would end the economic shutdown during the coronavirus pandemic. In order to qualify for COVID recovery aid, the End Lockdowns Now Act would require states and localities to submit economic reopening plans. Crenshaw said his legislation would also ensure that the president could not impose national lockdowns or bans on interstate travel. AdAccording to Crenshaw, the bill also requires that the Treasury Department Inspector General take steps to recover funds if the disclosure requirements are not met. The bill will not intervene in steps taken to protect the public under the Public Health Services Act and will allow governors the authority to limit travel to their state in the event of a disaster declaration, according to Crenshaw.

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Gov. Abbott shares when he expects Texas to expand who can receive COVID-19 vaccine

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According to Abbott, President Joe Biden said the state could expect about a million or more doses of the vaccine very soon. “The good news is there is going to be a record amount of vaccines available across Texas this week,” Abbott said. We will be increasing the immunity that Texans have.”A single-shot dose of the COVID-19 vaccine could bring much-needed relief to millions of people. The panel made their initial decision for people 65 and older because they are most vulnerable to COVID-19, Abbott said. AdHowever, Abbott said as the vaccine availability improves he expects the criteria of those who can be vaccinated will also expand.

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Anyone else feeling ‘pangry,’ or pandemic angry? How to deal with it

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Let’s say you’re following all of the latest public health recommendations, trying your absolute best to keep your family and others safe from COVID-19.

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Did you lose a loved one to COVID-19? Share their story and spirit with us

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It almost seems impossible, but we’ve been living with COVID-19 in our lives for almost a year, and tragically, some of us have lost grandparents, parents, siblings and friends due to this unforgiving virus. As the United States is approaching 500,000 deaths since early 2020, it seems that many of us have experienced a COVID-related loss. So, in honor of your loved one’s memory, we’re asking that you share a photo of them and tell us their story. We’ve all dealt with grief in our lives, but losing a loved one to the COVID-19 pandemic is especially hard, since we all can’t celebrate their lives like we normally would. Hopefully sharing your loved ones with others virtually can bring you the tiniest bit of comfort in these uncertain times.

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Vaccination efforts increase across Houston area

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Another first this Friday, the Michael E. DeBakey V.A. Medical Center in Houston started facilitating a new vaccination method for veterans: first come, first served. “This is really important to us, we are vaccinating America’s heroes,” said associate director of the Michael E. DeBakey Medical Center, Chris Myhaver. The line stretched for miles for the first-come, first-served veteran vaccinations, but Navy Veteran Earl George did not mind. AdIf you are an eligible veteran and want to get vaccinated, the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center drive-thru vaccination clinic opens at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday.

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Here’s what you need to know about Houston area rental assistance programs

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Landlords can apply for rental assistance in another programHOUSTON – The Southwest Management District announced an update to the Houston area rental assistance program. Here’s what you need to know:Harris CountyApartment owners and residents -- except those in the city limits of Houston, Baytown or Pasadena -- can apply for a program that will provide up to six months of rental assistance. The money will be paid directly to the landlord, funded by the Texas Emergency Rental Assistance Program. To apply, click hereHouston and Harris CountyThe city of Houston and Harris County have a combined $140 million in rental assistance funding. AdTo apply, click hereThe Houston Apartment Association will host a webinar on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. with program experts from Houston, Harris County and BakerRipley.

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Galena Park ISD employees surprised with $1,000 stipend during pandemic

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GALENA PARK, Texas – The emotional strain from the coronavirus pandemic on educators has been overwhelming. Instead of telling the faculty and staff in Galena Park Independent School District what a great job they’ve done, the school board of trustees and superintendent decided to show them. As a token of their appreciation for their dedication and commitment during the pandemic, trustees approved the administration’s recommendation at Monday’s board meeting. Ad“It’s a great way to show folks that you love how much you care,” said Dr. John Moore, Galena Park ISD superintendent. We’ve had people say they are going to be able to have a great Valentine’s weekend.

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This is what Houstonians learned about themselves, other people during the coronavirus pandemic

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HOUSTON – During these trying times, many Houstonians are taking a deep breath to reflect. After KPRC 2 asked our Facebook followers what they’ve learned about themselves during the pandemic, most have said from “slowing down in life” to appreciating your friends and family like never before. This is what Houstonians said:“All the things that don’t matter vs the things that do. I miss hugging my friends and I didn’t realize until the pandemic how important it is to socialize.” - Aracely Palomares Neely“I have learned to slow down. I don’t do that anymore.” - Autumn HartWhat have you learned about yourself during these trying times?

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UK variant could become dominant in the US by the end of March

Read full article: UK variant could become dominant in the US by the end of March

HOUSTON – Two new cases of the UK variant were reported in the Houston area on Monday, including a man in his 50′s who is currently hospitalized, health officials said. The hospital’s lab helped discover the two new cases, along with a case of the South African variant in Fort Bend County. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the UK variant spreads more easily and quickly than other variants, and Dr. Anthony Fauci said it could become dominant in the U.S. by the end of March. Dr. David Persse, Houston’s health authority, said the city has found evidence of the UK variant in very low levels of its wastewater as well. Harris County Public Health reported the first known case of the UK variant in Texas on Jan. 7.

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CVS Health among pharmacies set to expand access to COVID-19 vaccine in Houston

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HOUSTON – If you’re eligible and looking to get the COVID-19 vaccine, you’ll be able to schedule an appointment with CVS Health beginning Thursday. Vaccinations at 70 pharmacy locations in Texas, including an undisclosed number in Houston, will begin the next day on Friday. The scheduling system will open on Feb. 11,” Monica Prinzing with CVS Health Corporate Communications said. Because active stores will change regularly based on vaccine supply, CVS Health will not provide a full list of participating locations,” Prinzing added. H-E-BAd“H-E-B Pharmacies are prepared to receive new allotments of COVID-19 vaccine at any time from the government.

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Houston Newsmakers: The many ways the pandemic is hurting our children

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Baker Institute Doctor is pushing for changeThe pandemic continues to take its toll, hitting families and children particularly hard. Dr. Quianta Moore is a Fellow in Child Health Policy at Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy. She is a guest on Houston Newsmakers with Khambrel Marshall and says the pandemic impact can be felt by the decreased availability of childcare and Pre-K facilities. Among the Baker Institute recommendations to the Biden administration is a push for more funding for those centers because of the role they play in society. “They’re involved in trafficking, they’re doing the worst of the worst and law enforcement is going out of their way.

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Who will receive a third stimulus check? Here’s what we know so far

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HOUSTON – The Senate approved the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package Friday, which would include a third round of stimulus checks. Tune in as I discuss the state of our economy and the need for the American Rescue Plan. https://t.co/JmFqJvPL8z — President Biden (@POTUS) February 5, 2021READ: President Biden remarks on push for $1.9 trillion planAdThe White House is apparently open to narrowing the $1,400 stimulus checks to certain households but keeping those payments to $1,400 per person, according to the Washington Post. Congressional Republicans and senior Democrats raised concerns that Biden’s proposal to send another round of stimulus checks would give government aid to Americans who do not need it, according to reports. The third stimulus plan is in addition to the $600 checks Congress approved in December.

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Supermarket owner believes coronavirus pandemic is a hoax

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NAPLES, Fla. – Despite the dangers of the coronavirus pandemic, no one at a crowded grocery store in Naples was wearing a face mask, WPLG reported. That’s because Alfie Oakes, the owner of Oakes Farms - Seed to Table Market, is not enforcing customers or employees to do so. Ad“Please do your research,” Oakes said, as he defies all scientific research. “Please do your critical thinking and research.”Collier County issued a face mask mandate. Ron DeSantis has not issued a face mask mandate.

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Latest COVID-19 vaccinations numbers among Hispanic community

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HOUSTON – As the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out continues, recent numbers by the CDC gives a better picture of who’s getting vaccinated. Sanborn said there are many factors that likely play into those lower numbers among the Hispanic community. As far as turning the numbers around across the board though, many believe it’ll be a community effort and getting everyone on board. “We do need to do a lot of outreach and education to our communities about the benefits of the vaccine,” Caracostis said. ”We’re going to have to be able to craft unique messages for the Latino community so that people understand that this is safe,” Sanborn said.

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Houston Texans, Texas Children’s Hospital select 4 local healthcare heroes to attend Super Bowl LV

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HOUSTON – The Houston Texans and Texas Children’s Hospital announced that they have selected four local healthcare workers to attend the Super Bowl LV as their guest in Tampa Bay on Sunday. The healthcare heroes were selected based on their “unwavering commitment to their community throughout the coronavirus pandemic,” according to a release. The four workers, among other selected care workers who’ve been invited by NFL clubs, will participate in several Super Bowl LV activities at Raymond James Stadium. Those chosen to attend Super Bowl LV in celebration of their dedication include Kaitlin Hernandez, a respiratory therapist, Bhumi Patel, a registered nurse, Matthew Rivera, a registered nurse, and Dr. Matthew Pesek, a medical director for the pediatric intensive care unit at Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus. AdThe invitation will include a roundtrip flight on United Airlines, a two-night hotel accommodation, a Texans travel kit and Super Bowl LV Draft Experience, Gameday Tailgate and a ticket to the game.

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UH survey shows 1/3 of Texans may refuse COVID-19 vaccine

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HOUSTON – A new survey from the University of Houston found about one-third of the Texans who responded may refuse a COVID-19 vaccine. AdThe Hobby School of Public Affairs conducted the survey online among Texans 18 and older from Jan. 12 to Jan. 20. Another question asked whether getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is a personal choice or everyone’s responsibility to protect the health of others. Among the results of people who chose a side, 51% said personal choice while 49% said everyone’s responsibility. To read more of the UH survey questions, click here.

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People putting marriage plans on hold in a big way in the time of COVID-19, Harris County authorities say

Read full article: People putting marriage plans on hold in a big way in the time of COVID-19, Harris County authorities say

(AP Photo/Yasin Akgul)HOUSTON – The Harris County Clerk’s Office said the pandemic has taken its toll on love with people putting their marriage plans on hold. Harris County Clerk's Office graph showing marriage license applications from 2015-2020. (Harris County Clerk's Office)The chart provides totals dating back to 2015. To provide a uniform assessment of how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the number of marriage license applications, the covered period ends in 2020. AdApplications for marriage licenses are carried out by appointment only.

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Houston hospitals need more nurses to help care for COVID-19 patients

Read full article: Houston hospitals need more nurses to help care for COVID-19 patients

HOUSTON – Nurses are playing an important role in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and Houston’s health authority said hospitals are looking for more of them. Speaking with the news media on Monday, he also had a message for retired nurses and nurses currently out of the workforce. “If you’re thinking about getting back into it, the community could certainly use you now,” Dr. Persse said. Everyone needs and is looking for nurses in all capacities,” said Angela Gray, regional business development manager for ProHealth Medical Staffing. LINKS:- Harris Health (Feb. 23, 2021, virtual event information): https://jobs.harrishealth.org/- Houston Methodist (Feb. 2, 2021 nursing virtual open house): https://www.houstonmethodistcareers.org/jobs/nursing/- ProHealth Medical Staffing: https://www.phmstaffing.com/

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Florida man travels to Houston after suffering from enlarged tongue following COVID-19 diagnosis

Read full article: Florida man travels to Houston after suffering from enlarged tongue following COVID-19 diagnosis

HOUSTON – A Houston doctor helped restore a Florida man’s quality of life after he suffered from a rare condition while being treated for COVID-19. Macroglossia, a medical term for an enlarged tongue, it is extremely rare and uncomfortable. Jones, who lives in Lake City, Florida, was hospitalized for three weeks because of the coronavirus. During that time, his tongue became enlarged, making it hard to talk or eat. Jones can now talk and eat again, though the pressure of the enlarged tongue forced him to remove four bottom teeth.

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After crushing cookie season, Girl Scouts are back with new ways to safely sell during pandemic

Read full article: After crushing cookie season, Girl Scouts are back with new ways to safely sell during pandemic

HOUSTON – It’s almost that time of year again -- Girl Scout Cookie time! Last year, the coronavirus outbreak struck right in the middle of cookie season, but this year, the Girl Scouts are back, finding safe and innovative ways to carry on the tradition. The Girl Scouts are also using the GrubHub app to get you your cookie fix. “So when you open the GrubHub app you’ll have the option to order Girl Scout cookies. AdThings to know for Girl Scout cookie season:- Girl Scouts will be following all CDC guidelines, wearing maks and practicing social distancing when conducting in-person sales- Ask a Girl Scout for the link to her digital storefront or place an order directly with her.

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My pandemic pregnancy: ‘I wanted to be ready at any point. I didn’t know it’d be the next day.’

Read full article: My pandemic pregnancy: ‘I wanted to be ready at any point. I didn’t know it’d be the next day.’

It certainly wasn’t planned this way, but Claire Nackashi had to deal with almost every aspect of her pregnancy, pandemic-style.

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Small business owners: Get answers today for your PPP questions

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HOUSTON – If you are a small business owner or you know someone who is, tell them about the Texas governor’s webinar Wednesday to give an update on recovery resources through the Small Business Administration like the Paycheck Protection Program. They will answer questions live during the online session today from 1 to 2 p.m.You don’t have to pay to participate, but you do need to register online because there is a maximum capacity of 10,000 attendees. What: Governor’s Small Business Webinar Series: Information on the New Round of PPP FundingWhen: January 27, 2021, 1-2 p.m.Where: Online WebinarAbout the Event:The Governor’s Small Business Team will host a webinar for Texas small business owners to provide an update on recovery resources through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), specifically the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Our panel of experts will include senior executives from the SBA and Small Business Development Centers. They will explain the recent changes and provide up-to-date advice on the new round of PPP funding, loan forgiveness, the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and other important resources.

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What happens to leftover COVID-19 vaccine doses?

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HOUSTON – Criminal charges were dropped against a Harris County Public Health doctor who was fired after being accused of stealing a vial of the COVID-19 vaccine. The bigger question is, what happens to leftover doses to make sure they’re safeguarded at the various vaccination sites? Protocols and policiesKPRC 2 discovered the policies and protocols vary slightly between the different hospitals, counties and health districts that handle and administer the COVID-19 vaccine. “Accounting for medications is a process well known to clinical staff,” said Sally Sparks, Ft. Bend County Health and Human Services. If there are not enough staff to receive the unused doses, we allow Fort Bend County clinical staff to sign out the doses in the dispensing log.

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Mayor Turner, Judge Hidalgo participate in national Memorial to Lives Lost to COVID-19

Read full article: Mayor Turner, Judge Hidalgo participate in national Memorial to Lives Lost to COVID-19

HOUSTON – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo participated in the national Memorial to Lives Lost to COVID-19 Tuesday afternoon. The combined Honor Guard from the Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department also participated in the memorial. This was the nation’s first nationwide COVID-19 Memorial to Lives Lost, which was part of the Inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. The event emphasized the importance of the past and remembers the lives lost to the coronavirus and gives hope to the future. I encourage everyone to join us by illuminating your building, ringing a bell, and watching the virtual program,” Turner said.

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Houston Newsmakers: Conspiracy, lies lead to Capitol insurrection

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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 06: A protester holds a Trump flag inside the US Capitol Building near the Senate Chamber on January 06, 2021 in Washington, DC. Congress held a joint session today to ratify President-elect Joe Biden's 306-232 Electoral College win over President Donald Trump. Congress held a joint session today to ratify President-elect Joe Biden's 306-232 Electoral College win over President Donald Trump. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)1 (2021 Getty Images)What drove thousands of Trump supporters to Washington, D.C. on January 6th? Thousands of them rioted and attacked the U.S. Capitol during a joint session of Congress, upset with election results that showed former Vice President Joe Biden beating President Trump.

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