Arlington widow marks one year since husband's COVID-19 death, gets vaccinated
Pat James was 77 years old when he contracted COVID-19 last March and became the first person to die from the virus in North Texas. A year later, his widow, Jean, was able to get fully vaccinated against the virus that took her husband.
Pat James was 77 years old when he contracted COVID-19 last March and became the first person to die from the virus in North Texas. A year later, his widow, Jean, was able to get fully vaccinated against the virus that took her husband.
OSHA, FAA doubling down on COVID-19 precautions to protect workers
Even with the Texas statewide mask mandate lifted, the federal government is requiring many workplaces to continue mask requirements.
Even with the Texas statewide mask mandate lifted, the federal government is requiring many workplaces to continue mask requirements.
Tinder giving free COVID-19 tests to users so they can meet up safely
The dating app is giving 1,000 free mail-in tests to 500 Tinder matches.
The dating app is giving 1,000 free mail-in tests to 500 Tinder matches.
Dallas minority neighborhoods getting free rides to get vaccinated
The call to get more people vaccinated in minority communities is being underscored. Some health professionals say COVID-19 across Black communities has caused a state of emergency.
The call to get more people vaccinated in minority communities is being underscored. Some health professionals say COVID-19 across Black communities has caused a state of emergency.
Beloved Dallas church leader, activist passes away after battle with COVID-19
A longtime community activist and church leader has died of complications from COVID-19.
A longtime community activist and church leader has died of complications from COVID-19.
IRS agrees to protect some stimulus checks from debt reductions
The IRS has agreed to not seize some Americans' stimulus check to offset outstanding federal tax debts, according to an agency watchdog.
The IRS has agreed to not seize some Americans' stimulus check to offset outstanding federal tax debts, according to an agency watchdog.
McKinney to shutter city-run COVID-19 vaccine hub by end of April
The city's fire department will stop vaccinations at McKinney ISD Stadium and Community Event Center by April 30.
The city's fire department will stop vaccinations at McKinney ISD Stadium and Community Event Center by April 30.
Argyle ISD keeps mask mandate for remainder of school year
A decision by Argyle ISD to keep its mask rules in effect left some parents frustrated, while others were relieved.
A decision by Argyle ISD to keep its mask rules in effect left some parents frustrated, while others were relieved.
EU medicines regulator says 'no indication' AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines are cause of reported blood clots
After a growing number of countries are suspending use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine following reported blood clots, the head of the European Medicines Agency said the agency is “firmly convinced” the benefits of the shot outweigh the risks.
After a growing number of countries are suspending use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine following reported blood clots, the head of the European Medicines Agency said the agency is “firmly convinced” the benefits of the shot outweigh the risks.
Tarrant County struggling to keep up with vaccine demand as more Texans become eligible
In Tarrant County, registrations shot up. It started contacting people who qualify in that group on Monday. But county leaders say none of that matters until they can get more vaccine.
In Tarrant County, registrations shot up. It started contacting people who qualify in that group on Monday. But county leaders say none of that matters until they can get more vaccine.
Some Dallas CVS pharmacies included in expanded vaccination program
CVS pharmacies expanded its partnership with the federal government by adding 74 stores to its vaccination program.
CVS pharmacies expanded its partnership with the federal government by adding 74 stores to its vaccination program.
Texas Health holds memorial service to mark one year since COVID-19 pandemic began
One year into the pandemic, the Texas Health Hospital System pauses for a somber observance. It is also cautioning people the danger has not passed.
One year into the pandemic, the Texas Health Hospital System pauses for a somber observance. It is also cautioning people the danger has not passed.
‘We loved each other so, so much’: Husband dies from COVID-19 days after getting married
Sherry Nabors said her late husband, Jeff, wanted to get married knowing that he would soon die from COVID-19 days after being hospitalized with the virus.
Sherry Nabors said her late husband, Jeff, wanted to get married knowing that he would soon die from COVID-19 days after being hospitalized with the virus.
Dallas Fair Park mega-site begins vaccinating people 50 and older
People 50 and over began getting vaccinated Monday. So far at Dallas Fair Park, adding more eligible people to the mix has been a fairly smooth process.
People 50 and over began getting vaccinated Monday. So far at Dallas Fair Park, adding more eligible people to the mix has been a fairly smooth process.
AP poll: Vaccination efforts could face hurdles as Republicans less willing to get COVID-19 shot
A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that 42% of Republicans say they probably or definitely will not get the shot, compared with 17% of Democrats.
A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that 42% of Republicans say they probably or definitely will not get the shot, compared with 17% of Democrats.
Italy back to lockdown over Easter weekend amid surging COVID-19 cases
Much of Italy will be locked down on Easter weekend for the second year in a row amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Much of Italy will be locked down on Easter weekend for the second year in a row amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.
CDC study finds 9 out of 10 people in US got 2nd dose of COVID-19 vaccine
A new CDC study found the vast majority of people are completing their coronavirus vaccination in the recommended timeframe. Public health officials called the "encouraging."
A new CDC study found the vast majority of people are completing their coronavirus vaccination in the recommended timeframe. Public health officials called the "encouraging."
Facebook to label COVID-19 vaccine posts to combat misinformation, help people find where to get the shot
Facebook said Monday it will add labels to all posts about COVID-19 vaccines containing “credible information” from the World Health Organization.
Facebook said Monday it will add labels to all posts about COVID-19 vaccines containing “credible information” from the World Health Organization.
France, Germany latest countries to suspend AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine amid blood clotting reports
At least seven European countries have now paused AstraZeneca’s vaccine following sporadic reports of blood clots, despite a lack of evidence the shot was responsible. The European Medicines Agency is investigating.
At least seven European countries have now paused AstraZeneca’s vaccine following sporadic reports of blood clots, despite a lack of evidence the shot was responsible. The European Medicines Agency is investigating.
Dallas NAACP hosts conversation on COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-related hospitalizations and deaths are two to three times higher in black communities than others. Doctors say the best way to reverse that is to get vaccinated.
COVID-related hospitalizations and deaths are two to three times higher in black communities than others. Doctors say the best way to reverse that is to get vaccinated.