Yellowstone River bridge collapses, freight train falls into waters below

Numerous tank cars were partially submerged in the river early Saturday, with an Associated Press reporter witnessing a yellow liquid pouring out of tank cars.

Biden administration moves to restore endangered species protections dropped by Trump

The Biden administration has proposed new rules for protecting imperiled plants and animals as officials move to reverse changes under former President Donald Trump that weakened application of the Endangered Species Act.

El Nino blamed for recent bird deaths along Mexico's Pacific coast

Many seabirds in this region died recently, with more than 90% of the affected birds being grey-backed shearwaters, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in Mexico.

Himalayan glaciers could lose 80% of their volume if global warming isn't controlled: study

A report from a Nepal-based research organization finds that water security for nearly 2 billion people downstream from the Hindu Kush Himalayan ranges will likely be threatened this century if global warming is not controlled.

Doubleheader planned at Yankee Stadium despite Canada wildfire smoke
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Smoke from Canadian wildfires hovers over New York and much of the Northeast of the United States. But Yankees fans are hoping the team can get through a doubleheader. FOX Weather's Katie Byrne has more.

Canada wildfire smoke slowing Houston travel
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Smoke from the Canadian wildfires has now reached the nation's capital. It's also been blanketing much of the northeast region of the United States and wreaking havoc for some here in Houston. FOX 26's Damali Keith is at Hobby Airport with how it's disrupting travel.

Dept. of Justice settles investigation to Houston?s illegal dumping complaints
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Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner says progress was made with the city?s One Clean Houston initiative saying response time has been reduced by 75% since its launch in March.

Manhattanhenge 2023: When, where and how to watch in New York City

Manhattanhenge is when the sun sets in perfect alignment with Manhattan’s east and west numbered streets to create cinema-worthy photo opportunities. Here are this year's dates.

Texas ranked 4th best state for beekeeping, according to study

Texas was also named for having the 3rd value of honey production, as well as apiculture (technical term for beekeeping) establishments.

Unusual Texas beach discoveries, including creepy dolls, set for auction

“We are hoping the doll head goes for lots of money,” director of the Mission-Aransas Reserve Jace Tunnell, told FOX Television Stations, adding that the auction is in good spirit to help injured animals.

Climate danger: UN forecasts 2 in 3 chance of briefly hitting key heat limit soon

The world has been inching closer to the 1.5-degree threshold due to human-caused climate change for years. Scientists expect a temporary burst of heat from an El Nino will supercharge this.

Deer Park fire: Past plant fires in the Houston area since 2019

The Shell Deer Park fire is not the first plant fire the Houston area has seen in recent years. Here are a few other plant fires that have occurred in the area since 2019.

Deer Park fire: Officials investigating what caused reignition as organizations worry about pollution

Shell officials say a fire at their Deer Park chemicals facility reignited hours after crews announced the fire had been extinguished. Environmental organizations expressed their concern with FOX 26 about pollutants in the air.

Deer Park fire: Environmental organizations concerned about pollution, safety
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Shell officials say a fire at their Deer Park chemicals facility has reignited hours after crews announced the fire had been extinguished. The fire near Highway 225 in Deer Park fire broke out shortly after 3 p.m. on Friday, injuring 9 contractors. FOX 26's Natalie Hee shares the latest details on the plant fire and response from environmental organizations.

Houston ranked among top 10 best cities for naked gardening: study

Not sure why anyone would want to tend to their garden with their birthday suit, but apparently Houston is one of the top places to do so.