Molly Oak
KVUE News
Contact Molly
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Molly:
Austin experts talk holidays and impact on mental health
The holidays can be hard on a lot of people. We don't have to struggle alone. KVUE hosted a roundtable discussion with Integral Care about mental health. → Read More
Austin researchers watching COVID-19 omicron variant, still concerned about delta variant
The UT COVID-19 Modeling Consortium says it's concerned about another delta surge following holiday gatherings. → Read More
Omicron in Texas: TMA COVID-19 Task Force member talks transmissibility, vaccine efficacy
As of Friday afternoon, there haven't been any reported cases in Texas, but Dr. Mark Casanova said to assume the variant is here. → Read More
Austin doctor answers COVID-19 omicron variant questions, says likely to be in US 'in the coming days'
KVUE spoke with Baylor Scott & White about what doctors know and what they are still working to learn about the COVID-19 omicron variant. → Read More
$3 million grant goes to collaborative aiming to help homeless population
The ASOC hopes to increase access to services and better connect people experiencing homelessness to housing. → Read More
An Austin woman's journey from chronic homelessness to a stable home
We spoke with Shirley, an Austin woman who was once considered chronically homeless but now has stability and security thanks to help from local resource providers. → Read More
'It means a lot' | Female veterans get new outfit, headshots to help feel empowered
An Austin nonprofit hosted an event for women veterans on Friday. The women received new outfits and headshots and got their makeup and hair done. → Read More
'We knew something bad was happening' | Austinite describes the moment he realized something was wrong at Astroworld
An Austinite operating a food truck at the event recalls the "chaotic" scene at Astroworld. → Read More
Texas's transgender student athlete bill sparks mixed reaction
HB 25 requires transgender student-athletes to play on sports teams based on their sex assigned at or near birth. Gov. Abbott signed the bill into law on Monday. → Read More
Del Valle ISD implementing new clear bag policy after recent incidents
The policy comes after a student reportedly brought a BB gun to campus last week. → Read More
Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot at the same time?
A physician says doctors are pushing people to get their flu shot in hopes of decreasing hospitalizations this year since COVID-19 is still in play. → Read More
$115M still needed to reach fundraising goal to address unsheltered homelessness
KVUE spoke with the mayor about additional funding being pushed to help those experiencing homelessness and how they'll track where that money goes. → Read More
Austin pediatrician answers questions about COVID-19 vaccine for kids
Pending FDA and CDC approval, the COVID-19 vaccine could soon be available for kids ages 5-11. KVUE spoke with a doctor about what parents can expect. → Read More
Little to no lines for first day of early voting in Austin
Voters said Austin's first day of early voting was easy, with no lines at some of the mega-centers. → Read More
Audit finds City of Austin lacks full list of homelessness efforts
In response to the report, the City said it will work on ways to track homelessness spending across all departments. → Read More
70% of Travis County residents have been fully vaccinated, health leaders say
Health leaders reiterated that getting the vaccine is the best defense against COVID-19. → Read More
Austin-Travis County health leaders report decreasing COVID-19 cases, positivity rate
The area is still seeing a number of hospitalizations, including an increase in hospital admissions for the 30 to 49 age group. → Read More
Texas third special session begins: Redistricting, transgender athlete bill on the call
The first day of the third special session began on Monday. → Read More
Where the $216M allocations from Austin-Travis County leaders are going to address homelessness
The Travis County Commissioners Court approved a $110 million allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds, and the Austin City Council approved $106 million. → Read More
President Biden encouraging, but not mandating, vaccine requirements in schools
After the President released his plan regarding vaccine mandates, KVUE got reaction from a Texas teachers association. → Read More