2-year-old shot in Fourth Ward gets warm homecoming from community

In the Fourth Ward, two-year-old Braylon, who had been shot the previous week, was welcomed home by a community united in relief and celebration.

Watch: Wildlife rehabber wears fox mask to feed rescued kit

Adorable video from a Virginia wildlife rescue center shows just how hard they work to make sure wild animals don't associate humans with food.

4 Cypress women ranging in age from 100 to 108 have big birthday bash

Four incredible women aged 100 and beyond share their secrets to a life full of joy, wisdom, and grace at Paradise Springs Sky Active Living in Cypress.

Watch: Displaced children in Gaza embrace free haircuts amid war

In the midst of ongoing conflict in Gaza, displaced children find solace in a heartwarming initiative: free haircuts.

Leap Day baby born to mother also born on a Leap Day

"This is probably the best birthday I’ve had in memory, and she is the most precious birthday gift I could imagine."

March Napness: Contest underway to find the sleepiest sanctuary bear

You’ve heard of March Madness and Fat Bear Week, but are you ready for March Napness? As hibernating season comes to an end, the search is on for the sleepiest sanctuary bear.

Oklahoma 100-year-old celebrates '25th’ birthday on Leap Day

“Actually, I’ll be 24 and 7/8ths,” Mary Lea Forsythe said in an interview with People Magazine. “There’s no 29th in three out of four years and I have a good time with that.”

Watch: Couple marries in hospital room after going into early labor

Brandon and Sara Perry didn't let her water breaking stop them from tying the knot just nine hours before baby Oliver arrived. See the adorable hospital room ceremony.

Houston Foundation encourages early screening with a fun run
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As we enter Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the spotlight is on the third most diagnosed cancer in both men and women. Colon cancer, often preventable with early screening, takes center stage. Fox 26 anchor Melissa Wilson shares details about a foundation in Houston hosting a fun run this weekend, aiming to spread the crucial message of early screening and raise awareness about colorectal cancer

At concert, Drake gives $100K to fan who just finished chemo

A Drake fan who just finished chemotherapy and almost didn’t make it to his Nashville concert got the surprise of a lifetime - and so did Drake's manager.

New children's book inspired by Houston couple's loss and redemption
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In an exclusive feature on FOX26, a Houston couple opens up about their heartwarming story of losing one dog and saving another, both experiences detailed in a children's book. Join Fox26's Randy Wallace for this exclusive interview and heart-touching narrative.

Sienna Sauce faces challenges as Target drops sauce
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Sienna Sauce, the brainchild of Houston's young entrepreneur featured on Shark Tank, faces a setback as Target stores announce they will no longer carry the condiment starting this spring. The entrepreneur started the venture at just 15 years old.

Valentine's Day surprise: Man scores $1M lottery win from mom's gift

Matthew Broadley from Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, scored a massive $1 million jackpot thanks to a Valentine's Day gift from his mother.

Bus driver surprises little boy after seeing him upset
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In Kentucky, a heartwarming story unfolds as a bus driver goes above and beyond to bring joy to a young boy named Levi. Upset because he didn't have pajamas for pajama day at school, the observant bus driver noticed Levi's distress.

Texas Children's Hospital doctors celebrate 38th wedding anniversary
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On Valentine's Day, we're sharing the beautiful love story of two doctors who met at Texas Children's Hospital 40 years ago and are now celebrating their 38th wedding anniversary. Fox 26 anchor Melissa Wilson sat down with them to hear their inspiring journey.

Love blooms at Texas Children’s Hospital between leading physicians

Two doctors who work at Texas Children's Hospital are sharing their special love story this Valentine's Day. They met there 40 years ago and are celebrating their 38 years of marriage!

90-year-olds find love taking out trash at Chicago-area senior living community

Neither of them had given any thought to the possibility of dating again after losing their spouses of 60+ years. Then they met in the trash room on their floor. A couple of months later, they started dating.

Send St. Jude Valentine’s Day cards to children this holiday

St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital is accepting virtual Valentine’s Day cards from those interested in bringing a smile to a patient this holiday.