Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in Houston.
Harris County should completely shut down 'very soon': Dallas County judge
During a Sunday press conference where Dallas County announced a shelter-in-place, the judge who made the order also said that Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo planned on doing the same.
Read the full story on Newsradio 740 KTRH.
Texas Gov. Abbott issues orders to increase hospital capacity, but passes on ‘shelter-in-place’
The governor said it would take "several weeks" to know if Texas is slowing the spread of COVID-19.
Read the full story on Houston Public Media.
Houston Roughnecks quarterback P.J. Walker signs with Carolina Panthers
The Houston Roughnecks quarterback, who was the early contender for the league’s MVP, has signed with the Carolina Panthers per ESPN’s Dianna Russini.
Read the full story on KPRC2 / Click2Houston.
Mayor accepts donation of medical supplies from Asian Chamber; still not issuing a lockdown order
When Asian restaurants in Houston saw their business dip to historic lows in January and February because of rumors about the coronavirus, Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo were among officials showing support by eating at those restaurants.
Read the full story on HoustonPress.
Harris County orders release of some nonviolent defendants from jail after concerns of viral outbreak
To reduce the threat of a coronavirus outbreak in Harris County Jail, a judge has ordered some nonviolent felony defendants to be released on personal recognizance bond to relieve overcrowding.
Read the full story on Graham Media: KPRC 2 Houston.
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