Karys Belger
Karys Belger is a reporter at FOX 26. She joined the station in December 2025 and is excited to tell meaningful stories across the Houston area.
Before joining FOX 26, Karys reported in Atlanta, Georgia, and Buffalo, New York. She has covered everything from breaking news and major weather events to in-depth enterprise stories and exclusive interviews. Her work has taken her into neighborhoods, courtrooms, and communities during moments of both celebration and crisis. Her reporting earned her multiple award nominations for enterprise and community-focused journalism.
Karys is a graduate of Spelman College and Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.
When she’s not in the newsroom, Karys enjoys reading, checking out local coffee shops, and trying new restaurants. She’s also an unapologetic Beyoncé fan. She’s excited to call the Bayou City home and looks forward to experiencing everything it has to offer.
The latest from Karys Belger
Galveston housing: Families evicted as non-profit sublease program collapses
A Galveston mother and her children face homelessness after the collapse of a murky subleasing arrangement between an organization and a local outreach ministry.
Houston officials detail transportation, security, infrastructure plans ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Houston leaders unveiled new transportation, safety, FanFest and infrastructure plans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including expanded Metro service, anti-drone security technology, downtown cooling corridors and airport upgrades designed to handle hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Iranian-Americans gather in Houston calling attention to unrest, internet blackouts in Iran
Houston Iranian-American rally highlights internet blackouts, human rights concerns in Iran
Immigration enforcement concerns linger for some ahead of Houston’s World Cup preparations
As Houston prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, immigration advocates say concerns surrounding enforcement remain top of mind for some families following a contentious City Hall debate over how Houston police interact with federal immigration authorities.
HPD officer fired after racist video still has active peace officer license, TCOLE says
Former Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez, fired after a racist video surfaced, still has an active peace officer license, according to TCOLE. The DA is now reviewing her cases.
Planning a summer trip? Experts say waiting could cost you
Travel experts say rising jet fuel prices are driving up airfare and making last-minute flight deals harder to find. Here’s how Houston travelers can save this summer.
Alabama Street Bridge closing for 9 months near East Downtown Houston
TxDOT says the Alabama Street Bridge in East Downtown Houston will close for about nine months starting Thursday at 7 p.m. as part of the larger I-45 project.
Family pleads for answers after man shot, killed in SUV in northeast Houston
Houston police are still searching for a suspect after Floyd Washington was shot and killed while sitting in an SUV near Laura Koppe Road and Bertwood Street. His family held a balloon release and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Houston ranks among worst cities in U.S. for air quality, report says
Houston air quality: American Lung Association ranks city 6th worst for ozone pollution
Calls for accountability grow after video allegedly shows HPD officer using racial slurs
Calls for accountability are growing after a video surfaced appearing to show a Houston police officer repeatedly using racial slurs. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump says the case could raise questions about arrests and testimony.