Disappearing messages, permanent proof: How group chats are investigated in criminal cases
A high-profile civil lawsuit alleging a 2024 gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity has sparked a reopened criminal investigation in New York and ignited a viral online debate: Should everyone in a private group chat be held legally accountable when a crime is broadcast in real time, or only those who participate?
A high-profile civil lawsuit alleging a 2024 gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity has sparked a reopened criminal investigation in New York and ignited a viral online debate: Should everyone in a private group chat be held legally accountable when a crime is broadcast in real time, or only those who participate?
CBP could 'reduce its scope' on Big Bend National Park border project
The federal government is considering reducing the scope of a planned border project through Big Bend National Park, according to court documents filed in an ongoing federal lawsuit.
The federal government is considering reducing the scope of a planned border project through Big Bend National Park, according to court documents filed in an ongoing federal lawsuit.
Texas AG opens probe into American Bar Association's accreditation practices
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the American Bar Association’s accreditation of law schools.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the American Bar Association’s accreditation of law schools.
Suspect in planned attack on Texas State Capitol arrested overnight: DPS
Law enforcement officials have arrested a Bexar County man for his part in a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol, says Texas DPS.
Law enforcement officials have arrested a Bexar County man for his part in a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol, says Texas DPS.
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure approaches as Houston survivor shares her story
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is approaching this Saturday, October 3, with survivor Jazzyn Willis helping raise awareness for the annual walk and run.
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is approaching this Saturday, October 3, with survivor Jazzyn Willis helping raise awareness for the annual walk and run.
Faris' legacy shines through gold ribbon tradition at Texas Children's Hospital
Twelve years ago, following a young patient's wish, Texas Children's Hospital started an annual gold ribbon parade featuring patients walking through the hallways with nurses and doctors cheering them on, growing bigger and better each year with fun arts, crafts, and special visitors.
Twelve years ago, following a young patient's wish, Texas Children's Hospital started an annual gold ribbon parade featuring patients walking through the hallways with nurses and doctors cheering them on, growing bigger and better each year with fun arts, crafts, and special visitors.
Houston family of slain Westbury High School student plans to turn grief into action
The family of LePaul Warren, the 17-year-old student shot and killed near Westbury High School last Friday, is speaking out for the first time. His mother and uncle are hoping to turn their heartache into a community rally to combat local youth violence.
The family of LePaul Warren, the 17-year-old student shot and killed near Westbury High School last Friday, is speaking out for the first time. His mother and uncle are hoping to turn their heartache into a community rally to combat local youth violence.
Talarico vs. Paxton: Different plans for Texas’ data center boom
Data centers have become a major talking point as their growth continues to expand across Texas, sparking debate surrounding who should have the final say in their regulation and what should be regulated.
Data centers have become a major talking point as their growth continues to expand across Texas, sparking debate surrounding who should have the final say in their regulation and what should be regulated.
Family identifies 4-year-old girl allegedly killed by mother in Houston
Family has identified the 4-year-old girl who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday night as Vivian Savella. Police say Vivian’s mother killed the girl before turning the gun on herself.
Family has identified the 4-year-old girl who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday night as Vivian Savella. Police say Vivian’s mother killed the girl before turning the gun on herself.
Texas says delayed voter registrations will be processed in time
The Texas Secretary of State's Office said voter registrations submitted through the state Department of Public Safety will be processed in time to vote in November's election despite a backlog of applications from the agency.
The Texas Secretary of State's Office said voter registrations submitted through the state Department of Public Safety will be processed in time to vote in November's election despite a backlog of applications from the agency.
Best-selling Christian authors from North Texas arrested following investigation into child abuse
A North Texas couple, who are best-selling Christian authors, has been arrested following an investigation into alleged physical and sexual abuse of a child, according to the Keene Police Department.
A North Texas couple, who are best-selling Christian authors, has been arrested following an investigation into alleged physical and sexual abuse of a child, according to the Keene Police Department.
In leaked audio, Ken Paxton says Trump convention dropped Republican polling numbers
Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton told a private fundraiser that President Donald Trump's midterm convention hurt the party's candidates, according to leaked audio from the event.
Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate nominee Ken Paxton told a private fundraiser that President Donald Trump's midterm convention hurt the party's candidates, according to leaked audio from the event.
FOX 26 viewers help nonprofit donate specialized van to Montgomery Co. man battling ALS
In an Only on FOX report, we told you about a nonprofit that wanted to help donate a specialized van to a 48-year-old Montgomery County man battling ALS. With the help of some FOX 26 viewers, that van is now a reality.
In an Only on FOX report, we told you about a nonprofit that wanted to help donate a specialized van to a 48-year-old Montgomery County man battling ALS. With the help of some FOX 26 viewers, that van is now a reality.
White Sox beat Astros 6-3 in Game 1 of AL wild-card series
The Houston Astros lost 6-3 to the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday in Game 1 of the AL wild-card series.
The Houston Astros lost 6-3 to the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday in Game 1 of the AL wild-card series.
Houston mother accused of shooting, killing 4-year-old daughter
A Houston mother is accused of shooting and killing her four-year-old daughter on Tuesday evening.
A Houston mother is accused of shooting and killing her four-year-old daughter on Tuesday evening.
High flood risk across parts of Texas this week: Forecast
The greatest flooding risk this week will extend across parts of Texas, especially the Hill Country and the I-35 corridor from San Antonio and Austin toward Dallas. Several rounds of heavy rain could produce flash flooding, with additional impacts possible across North Texas and the Houston area.
The greatest flooding risk this week will extend across parts of Texas, especially the Hill Country and the I-35 corridor from San Antonio and Austin toward Dallas. Several rounds of heavy rain could produce flash flooding, with additional impacts possible across North Texas and the Houston area.
Woodlands Gymnastics Academy closing doors this weekend
It is a double blow to the local gymnastics community this week as another major training facility prepares to shut down permanently, leaving families scrambling and athletes in limbo.
It is a double blow to the local gymnastics community this week as another major training facility prepares to shut down permanently, leaving families scrambling and athletes in limbo.
Tomball ISD parents say voicemail recording destroyed trust in school leadership
The parents of a 5-year-old student at Grand Oaks Elementary say they lost all faith in campus leadership after receiving a voicemail regarding a student safety investigation where the principal failed to disconnect the call and made comments off-camera.
The parents of a 5-year-old student at Grand Oaks Elementary say they lost all faith in campus leadership after receiving a voicemail regarding a student safety investigation where the principal failed to disconnect the call and made comments off-camera.
METRO budget includes $40M for road improvements as transit advocates push for rider-focused spending
METRO’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget includes $40 million for road, sidewalk and bus stop improvements along transit routes, setting up a debate over whether that money should be used to maintain infrastructure or directed more toward bus and rail service for riders.
METRO’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget includes $40 million for road, sidewalk and bus stop improvements along transit routes, setting up a debate over whether that money should be used to maintain infrastructure or directed more toward bus and rail service for riders.