Local & National Resources
Helplines
- Harris County “Ask a Nurse” Hotline
713.634.1110 (9am – 7pm, 7 days a week)
Intended for residents of Harris County who do not have access to healthcare - United Way Help Line – 211
Other Resources
- Department of States Health Services
- TexProtects Guide for Parents and Families
- Essential Workers Childcare Assistance
- Houston Health Department
- Harris County Public Health
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- CDC Travelers Health Notice
- University of Houston Community Coronavirus Information
- PBS: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
Surveys
Local News Coverage: Live Updates
Coronavirus
Coronavirus In Greater Houston: Bars, Other Businesses Can Now Reopen At 25% Capacity
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Dr. Jon Stevens (May 22, 2020)
Posted on · A psychiatrist answers your questions about the mental health impact of COVID-19.
Party Politics
Party Politics: Phase Two
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
In-Depth
Texas Lifts Moratorium On Evictions, Leaving Houston Renters Vulnerable
Posted on · Renters in Texas, many of whom have lost their jobs because of the pandemic, can now be kicked out of their homes.
Business
Texas Doctors Struggle To Keep Their Practices Afloat During The Pandemic
Posted on · Physician practices in Texas are facing serious financial pressures as fewer patients come in to seek care during the coronavirus pandemic.
In-Depth
Survey: Racial, Political Divide In Harris County On Mail-In Vote Expansion Amid COVID-19
Posted on · A new survey from Rice University finds nearly 70 percent of respondents would prefer to vote by mail if given the choice, but partisan divisions are sharp
Coronavirus Prevention
News from NPR
In Los Angeles, Relief And Caution As Locals Return To Venice Beach
Sun bathing was prohibited and face masks were required. But Venice Beach otherwise felt like its usual eclectic self this Memorial Day weekend.
Teaching Kids To Hide From Gunfire: Safety Drills At Day Care And At Home
Sheltering in place isn't new for children who live in neighborhoods plagued by gun violence, and shootings haven't eased during the pandemic. St. Louis families improvise to keep kids safe.
From Camping To Dining Out: Here's How Experts Rate The Risks Of 14 Summer Activities
The weather is warming up and public spaces are starting to reopen. How do you decide what's safe to do? We have guidance to help you compare and evaluate the risks.
Fear Of Public Restrooms Prompts Creative Solutions As Some Businesses Reopen
Some people are afraid to use potentially germ-filled public restrooms as stay-at-home restrictions begin lifting. That's boosting sales of products that offer creative alternatives.