Midlothian boy born with rare condition gets a special escort on his first day of kindergarten

It was a very special first day of school for a Midlothian kindergartener who looks a little different. Last week, his mom made a plea for kindness that has sparked an outpouring of support.

Las Vegas officers escort boy to school after his dad died of COVID-19

Las Vegas officers escorted a fourth grader to his first day of school just months after his dad, a fellow officer, died of COVID-19.

HERO: Fast-acting employee saves woman's life after she was seen choking

An employee at a Chinese restaurant in Katy is being lauded as a hero for leaping into action and giving a customer the Heimlich maneuver after she was seen choking.

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An employee at a Chinese restaurant in Katy is being lauded as a hero for leaping into action and giving a customer the Heimlich maneuver after she was seen choking.

Team USA Paralympian prepares for swim competition in Tokyo

As the swimming has wrapped up at the Olympics. The Paralympians are now preparing to head to Tokyo for their chance at a medal. We caught up with the World Champion Swimmer on Team USA: Sophia Herzog

Fire Chief visits family that was wrongly told by 2 paramedics a 14-year-old special needs boy was dead

A heartwarming follow-up to a story about a local family who was told their child with special needs was mistakenly pronounced dead when he wasn’t. HFD Fire Chief Sam Pena visited the family to offer a formal apology.

Houston Fire Chief issues formal apology after paramedics mistakenly pronounce child with special needs dead
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A heartwarming follow-up to a story about a local family who was told their child with special needs was mistakenly pronounced dead when he wasn?t. HFD Fire Chief Sam Pena visited the family to offer a formal apology.

Local group helps refugee children feel at home

A local group is partnering with artists to help brighten the new homes of Afghan refugees.

Houstonians honored for exemplifying kindness, making the city a better place
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FOX 26 anchors Melissa Wilson and Isiah Carey were emcees for the annual Houston Humanitarian Awards last night, which focuses on honoring philanthropy, volunteerism and involvement in the community.

Friendswood PD officer steps in to help feed elderly widow's horses
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An elderly widow was left fending for herself and her horses after floodwaters destroyed her home and barn. That's until a young Friendswood police officer stepped in to help. FOX 26 Houston Photojournalist Darlene Jannik-Ferris brings us their story.

Friendswood PD officer steps in to help feed elderly widow's horses
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An elderly widow was left fending for herself and her horses after floodwaters destroyed her home and barn. That's until a young Friendswood police officer stepped in to help. FOX 26 Houston Photojournalist Darlene Jannik-Ferris brings us their story.

Trae Tha Truth sharing his day with kids throughout the city of Houston

Houston rapper giving scholarships and other gifts as TraeDay turns into Trae Weekend this year with four days events including free trampoline park, games, animals and a car show to name a few.