The vaccine would only be used in India at first before researchers look to get approval for other countries with low vaccination rates. They hope that means fewer variants in the future.
Houston Public Media spoke with Dr. Peter Hotez, an infectious disease expert at Baylor College of Medicine, who said Texans may have to deal with a mix both delta and omicron during the winter season.
The Trevor Project found LGBTQ+ young people living in southern states, including Texas, are more likely to consider and attempt suicide in large part because they are less likely to live in accepting communities.
The Supreme Court next month will hear arguments in his challenge to the law that prevents the repayment, prompting fears among watchdog groups that another rollback of campaign finance regulations might be looming.
Moya's critics accused her of abuse of power and lack of transparency regarding city funds.
State health officials say they've anticipated the variant's arrival since it was first identified last month.
Health officials say the circumstances around how the variant was identified make it likely it's already prevalent in the community.
The meeting comes a week after TxDOT was allowed to continue parts of the project, which is now likely delayed for a number of years.
Listener share how local shops have impacted their communities and how to grow their own shops.
Houston Public Media spoke with Dr. Peter Hotez, an infectious disease expert at Baylor College of Medicine, who said Texans may have to deal with a mix both delta and omicron during the winter season.
On Wednesday's show: A local group says emergency efforts before, during, and after Harvey were unfair to people of color.
One of the most precious gifts you can give is your time. We talk about volunteering during the holidays – the difference it can make for the community and the positive impact it can make on your life.
The bipartisan vote shows support for ramping up economic sanctions against the Chinese government. It bars any goods manufactured by Uyghurs in internment camps in Xinjiang.
The handwriting on the wall came during a nearly two-hour argument involving a challenge brought by two Maine families to the state's unusual way of providing public education.
The shooting at Oxford, Mich., drew attention to the school's lockdown drills and how students were trained to respond to such crises. But certain high-intensity drills can have negative impacts, too.
In small studies in South Africa and in Germany, the results indicate a marked decrease in the ability of vaccines to neutralize this variant. But there are other findings that are encouraging.
"The lessons we've learned will help us."
Vaughn Hamberlin of Beaumont survived the Japanese attack in 1941 and wrote an account of that day. His son, Cliff, share's his father's memories.
The group of would-be astronauts includes four women and reflects a broad stretch of America, from Alaska to Puerto Rico.
As the Supreme Court considers a case that could overturn Roe v. Wade, Texas enacted a new law imposing criminal penalties for those who prescribe medication abortions via telehealth or the mail.
As leaders from the biggest oil and gas companies gather in Houston for the World Petroleum Congress, others took to the park outside the convention to demand action on climate change and better labor practices.
On Tuesday's show: Houston Rep. Lizzie Fletcher answers questions about issues affecting Greater Houston and her district.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo confirmed the news on Monday. It’s the first case in Texas.
The Department of Justice says lawmakers discriminated against Latino and Black voters when they redrew the maps this year.
Do we need to worry about the omicron variant? Today, a medical expert is here to explain the latest and to field listeners' COVID questions.
President Biden’s chief medical adviser told CNN’s “State of the Union” scientists need more information before drawing conclusions about omicron’s severity. But reports from South Africa, where it emerged and is becoming the dominant strain, suggest hospitalization rates have not increased alarmingly.
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More than 2,300 Afghans have been resettled in the Houston area in recent weeks. They face challenges ranging from housing and employment to language barriers and education.
There's a lot we don't know about the new COVID variant. Many people are wondering if they can fly and go to holiday parties and restaurants — or should just hide out. We asked doctors for answers.
On Monday's show: Another chance to vent about your Houston pet peeves.
Plus America’s Test Kitchen's Bridget Lancaster shares her favorite holiday cookie tips and recipes.
Hiring slowed sharply last month, even as the unemployment rate fell to 4.2%. Data from the Labor Department suggest the economy was losing steam even before the appearance of a new COVID-19 variant.
H.R. 6064, introduced by Republican U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls of Richmond, would improve the VA’s disability exam process for survivors of sexual trauma.
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
On Friday's show: Why a new state law related to social media was temporarily halted from taking effect, and The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
Gene Godbold, a scientist with Austin-based contractor Signature Science who has compiled a list of omicron’s mutations, spoke with Houston Public Media about what the research says about the new variant.