CORONAVIRUS

Experts say there are several reasons why COVID-19 vaccination rates are still low in some countries, in addition to limited supplies.

Scientists say the omicron descendant gaining ground in some parts of the world may be 1 1/2 times more contagious than the original omicron variant.

The COVID-19 booster drive in the U.S. is losing steam, worrying health experts who have pleaded with Americans to get an extra shot to shore up their protection against the highly contagious omicron variant.

Pfizer and BioNTech have begun studying a COVID-19 vaccine tweaked to match to the omicron variant in healthy adults.

KPRC 2 is always working to get answers to your questions and concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine.

More than a half-million doses of the coronavirus vaccine have been distributed across Texas.

At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston.

As Texas continues smashing unemployment records, many people who are out of work are still struggling to find jobs, file claims, and collect benefits.

Trying to get benefits and navigate an incredibly crowded system is frustrating for many of you. Consumer expert Amy Davis is answering some of the most common questions she’s getting about the application process.

We know times are tough right now, especially for parents who have lost their employment due to the coronavirus crisis.

As coronavirus testing continues to increase in Texas, some have wondered how the number of tests being performed compares to the number of cases reported in the state.

Charts show confirmed cases, deaths and recoveries

As Texas continues to reopen, many areas, including the greater Houston area, have seen a slow climb in the number of new coronavirus cases reported each day and coronavirus-related hospitalizations. Since Memorial Day, the state has also seen increases in the number of people testing positive for the virus.