Rashi Vats
Rashi Vats, a native of Houston, is so happy to be back home! She joined the FOX 26 News team in August 2013. Rashi comes to FOX from KBTX, the CBS affiliate in Bryan/College Station, where she served as the weekend anchor and reporter for two years. She was also a reporter for KRIS and KZTV in Corpus Christi and KXII in Sherman, Texas. Before moving to the Brazos Valley, Rashi reported for KXII in Sherman, TX. Rashi is a graduate of Texas Christian University, where she earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in broadcast journalism from the Schieffer School of Journalism. She also minored in business at TCU. In the summer of 2007, she interned for CBS Evening News in New York and was chosen as an International Radio and Television Society (IRTS) 2007 Summer Fellow. Right before moving to New York City, Rashi was overseas where she interned at the CBS London Bureau in the spring of 2007. She is always looking to tell stories that matter to you and your community.
The latest from Rashi Vats
TxDOT: Houston roads, highways and streets are not as safe as they used to be because of aggressive drivers
If driving in Houston lately seems more dangerous than usual, you're not the only one who's noticed.
Flu virus concerns rising as COVID-19 cases drop
The number of COVID-19 cases might be trending down, but there are growing concerns about another virus - the flu.
The cost of the new Alzheimer’s medication for those fighting the disease
Most of those battling Alzheimer’s disease are 65 and older, so Medicare comes into play for many people.
FDA approves new medication in fight against Alzheimer's
A big breakthrough for the fight against Alzheimer’s disease after the FDA approved a new medication, the first of its kind in nearly two decades that could extend the life of your loved one.
Cities struggling to hire lifeguards ahead of summer season
The hiring shortage for the pandemic is going off the deep end with lifeguards getting harder to find especially locally.
Closer look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted children's mental health
More than a year into the pandemic, studies show the drastic impact mental health has on children. You might not realize it, but your child could be suffering.
TV journalist trapped in bomb shelter speaks with FOX 26 regarding conflict between Israel, Gaza Strip
The conflict between Israel and Gaza Strip is intensifying with rockets and air strikes continue to rock neighborhoods. FOX 26 anchor Rashi Vats spoke with a TV journalist trapped in a bomb shelter in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Local organizations teaming up to help COVID-19 patients in India
India needs help breathing and local organizations are teaming up with other cities and countries to help. The second wave hitting the country of 1.3 billion has seen infections rise by more than 1 million in the past week alone.
Urgent Coronavirus aid on route to India to fight COVID-19
Urgent coronavirus aid is currently on the way to India from the U.S., according to the White House. The country is breaking global records when it comes to the skyrocketing number of COVID-19 cases.
Spring Branch ISD teacher on administrative leave after school lesson gone wrong
A school lesson gone terribly wrong when a slide was used including the N-word at Stratford High School in Spring Branch ISD.