Houston's Third Ward reacts to sentencing of Derek Chauvin
George Floyd grew up in the Cuney Homes neighborhood in Houston’s Third Ward. On Friday, we discussed Chauvin’s sentence with those in Cuney Homes.
Derek Chauvin sentence: 22.5 years in prison for murder of George Floyd
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was sentenced Friday to 270 months, or 22 1/2 years, in prison for the murder of George Floyd.
City crews remove barriers around George Floyd Square, activists restore them
City crews began removing the barriers and installing signs to reopen George Floyd Square to traffic. A spokesperson says it's a "community-led" effort.
George Floyd commemorative concert to be held Sunday
A commemorative concert will be held Sunday, May 30 to mark the one-year anniversary of George Floyd's death.
Houston reflects on last year since George Floyd's death sparked a global movement to end racial injustice
It’s been one year since Houston native George Floyd died, sparking a global movement calling for an end to racial injustice. As the world remembers the life and legacy of George Floyd, Houston hosted several remembrance events in his honor.
Rising civil rights activist Tamika Mallory making her mark in history
Tamika Mallory speaks about what has changed in the year since George Floyd was killed and what still needs to.
Miss Jack Yates 1952 pays special tribute to George Floyd on the anniversary of his death
Several remembrance events held in Houston's Third Ward where George Floyd grew up, honoring him on the anniversary of his death.
George Floyd one year later: Scenes of celebration across Minneapolis
Tuesday marks one year since George Floyd was killed while being arrested by Minneapolis police. Here's how people in Minneapolis are honoring the man whose death sparked a worldwide movement for racial justice.
Catching up with the Floyd family on the anniversary of George Floyd's death
George Floyd's brother says he and his wife are turning their pain into purpose by creating a non-profit in honor of his brother.
Impact of racial violence, police brutality on mental health in communities of color
The murder of George Floyd and violent deaths of other Black Americans not only sparked cries for justice, but also calls for help to deal with trauma, anxiety, and depression. Particularly, among the Black community.
Rep. Gene Wu discusses impact George Floyd's death had on AAPI community
FOX 26's Natalie Hee sat down with State Rep. Gene Wu over lunch at one of his favorite restaurants in Chinatown to talk about the impacts the Coronavirus pandemic had on the Asian community, his upbringing and the profound effect George Floyd’s death had on it all.
Houstonians using their talents to pay tribute to George Floyd
Kam Franklin, the lead singer of The Suffers, along with her bandmates, paid tribute to George Floyd and others who have lost their lives to police brutality.
Floyd's death triggers substantial reform in his hometown
339 days after George Perry Floyd breathed his last breath, the Mayor of his home town moved to permanently alter the manner in which Houston, Texas will be policed by embracing more than 50 far reaching recommendations of a citizen-led reform task force.
Understanding racism in health care
“Racism is not just police brutality," says Dr. Rechina Bicette, a Black doctor who's currently Associate Medical Director of Emergency Medicine for Baylor St. Lukes in the Houston Medical Center. "It’s not just unfair housing practices, but those systematic injustices filter down to the medical field as well.”
FOX 26 viewers share their emotions, ripple effect from George Floyd's death
Panelists and other FOX 26 viewers share their perspectives on how George Floyd's death and legacy has affected us in different ways.
Trae tha Truth reflects on impact of George Floyd’s death a year later
One man who has played a key role in the movement for change in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death is Houston rapper Trae tha Truth. Before he led a 60,000 person march through the streets of Houston, Trae knew George Floyd from the Houston hip-hop scene and through philanthropy work.
George Floyd’s family meets with Biden, lawmakers on anniversary of his death
The family of George Floyd met privately with President Joe Biden and several lawmakers in Washington, D.C. Tuesday amid the push to pass a policing bill in his name.
New park in Third Ward dedicated to George Floyd nearly one year after his death
On the heels of the one year mark since George Floyd’s death, a new park memorial now sits on the corner of Alabama and Napoleon in Houston's Third Ward.
LIST: Several events dedicated to memory of George Floyd
It's been a year since Houston native George Floyd's death, and loved ones are still reeling. To honor his memory, several events are taking place and FOX 26 has the complete list for you.
Biden to host George Floyd’s family at White House on Tuesday
President Joe Biden will host George Floyd’s family at the White House Tuesday to mark the first anniversary of his death at the hands of a white Minneapolis police officer.