Federal money to clean up toxic site, create park
After sitting untouched for a half a century, a city owned toxic dumpsite on the near eastside may undergo a significant clean-up. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan has more on what the site will soon become.
After sitting untouched for a half a century, a city owned toxic dumpsite on the near eastside may undergo a significant clean-up. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan has more on what the site will soon become.
Louisiana crawfish harvest down as much as 90% in shortage that could cripple industry for years
This year has been one of the worst Louisiana crawfish harvests on record.
This year has been one of the worst Louisiana crawfish harvests on record.
Heatwave in Mexico causes howler monkeys to drop dead from trees
Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.
Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.
How to get rid of mosquitos: Steps to protect your home
Recent rains in the Houston area have led to an increase in mosquito populations. The bloodsuckers are not only annoying but can carry diseases.
Recent rains in the Houston area have led to an increase in mosquito populations. The bloodsuckers are not only annoying but can carry diseases.
Galveston bridge collapse: What is vacuum gas oil?
As of right now, it is unknown how much oil is leaking or had leaked into the water around where a barge crashed into the Pelican Island bridge. However, we learned the barge has the ability to carry 30,000 gallons of vacuum gas oils, but what is vacuum gas oil?
As of right now, it is unknown how much oil is leaking or had leaked into the water around where a barge crashed into the Pelican Island bridge. However, we learned the barge has the ability to carry 30,000 gallons of vacuum gas oils, but what is vacuum gas oil?
2023 marks hottest summer in over 2,000 years in Northern Hemisphere, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
USDA updates its 2024 Plant Hardiness Map: Find out what planting zone you live in
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
Houston 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard: City ranks 34th in U.S.
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has released their 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard, ranking Houston 34th out of the 75 largest U.S. cities.
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has released their 2024 City Clean Energy Scorecard, ranking Houston 34th out of the 75 largest U.S. cities.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
Celebrate Earth Day: Easy ways you can help preserve our planet
Helping to preserving our home is easier than you think. Here are some tips to help you honor Mother Earth on Earth Day and beyond.
Helping to preserving our home is easier than you think. Here are some tips to help you honor Mother Earth on Earth Day and beyond.
Starbucks says new cold drink cups are made with less plastic
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Which states are the greenest? Report ranks most eco-friendly places in US
A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.
A report by Wallet Hub used several factors such as air quality, environmentally friendly behaviors, energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions to rank all 50 states.
PFAS: EPA imposes first-ever limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
Liquid nitrogen fertilizer spill kills nearly 750,000 fish in Iowa river, officials say
About 265,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen fertilizer was released into the river.
About 265,000 gallons of liquid nitrogen fertilizer was released into the river.
EPA finds dozens chemicals in new round of testing
The EPA has identified dozens of toxic chemicals in new testing samples and people living in what's being called a "cancer cluster" are reacting to the news. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the new data.
The EPA has identified dozens of toxic chemicals in new testing samples and people living in what's being called a "cancer cluster" are reacting to the news. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the new data.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
'Bird Flu' found at three Texas dairy farms, one in Kansas
On Monday, it was discovered 'Bird Flu' has been impacted a few Texas dairy farms in the Texas Panhandle but officials stress "there is no threat to the public."
On Monday, it was discovered 'Bird Flu' has been impacted a few Texas dairy farms in the Texas Panhandle but officials stress "there is no threat to the public."
Earth Hour 2024: Why major world landmarks are going dark
Earth Hour, when major landmarks go dark for the planet, is known as "the biggest hour for Earth." Here's what else to know about the annual, globally recognized event.
Earth Hour, when major landmarks go dark for the planet, is known as "the biggest hour for Earth." Here's what else to know about the annual, globally recognized event.
Needville concerned about solar panel contamination
Thousands of solar panels in the Needville area were destroyed in a heavy hail storm on March 16 and residents are concerned about possible chemical contamination. FOX 26's Randy Wallace reports more after speaking to community members.
Thousands of solar panels in the Needville area were destroyed in a heavy hail storm on March 16 and residents are concerned about possible chemical contamination. FOX 26's Randy Wallace reports more after speaking to community members.