Coronavirus headlines: Houston's new mask fine, ICU numbers improve, NIH director's take on local schools

The following story excerpts are courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Mask up or pay up: Houston police will hand out $250 fines to people who aren't wearing masks HOUSTON — The city of Houston has reported more than 1,000 new coronavirus cases for six straight days. Mayor Sylvester Turner hopes a crackdown on people who refuse to wear a mask will help drive those numbers down. Turner said police will issue $250 fines to anyone they see not wearing a mask. The person will get a warning first,…