Problems at pump as more people take road trips on Fourth of July weekend

A shortage of truck drivers is causing gasoline delivery delays, leaving some stations with low or no gas. Travelers taking road trips for the Fourth of July are advised to not let their fuel flirt too close to empty. They may have to travel to the next exit if they come upon a station without gas.

Fireworks, festivals & parades: Fourth of July events in the Houston area

Need Fourth of July plans? Check out this list of festivals, parades and firework shows around the Houston area this Independence Day weekend.

HPD: Don't discharge fireworks or firearms, you could face jail or fines

Houstonians who celebrate the Fourth of July by setting off fireworks or shooting guns in the air will face a hefty fine and, or time in jail.

Fireworks safety reminders for pet owners and neighbors
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Fireworks can cause a lot of anxiety for pets. Houston SPCA chief veterinarian Dr. Roberta Westbrook has some advice for owners and neighbors.

Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat safe on July 4th

The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.

Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus

President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.

Feeding hungry Houstonians for Juneteenth
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The Emancipation Park Conservancy teamed up with Lucille's 1913' to help feed Houstonians in traditional Juneteenth fashion. FOX 26's Denise Middleton gives us a look at the celebrations.

Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US

While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.

Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies

Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.

Saturday morning weather forecast
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Saturday looks hot and humid, but there's only a 20% for any rain since the tropical low is heading well to the east of SE Texas. Sunday will bring a few showers as more humidity moves onshore and early into next week. Monday and Tuesday have the best chance for scattered showers, while the rest of the week will be hot and muggy.

Understanding the national impact behind Juneteenth as a holiday
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We have talked a lot about Juneteenth, but many Americans only learned about its history in the past year or so, and many are eager to see it better taught so that it's not misunderstood as a black-only holiday

Baytown gets ready for a big Juneteenth celebration
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Juneteenth is Saturday and FOX 26 Houston?s Coco Dominguez tells us how residents in Baytown are preparing for a big celebration!

Artist commemorates Juneteenth with mural in Galveston
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Juneteenth is now a federal holiday. An artist in Galveston has commemorated it with a colorful display of its history.

Juneteenth is now a national holiday, but some say it isn?t enough
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President Joe Biden signed legislation today that made Juneteenth a national holiday. The holiday marks the day the last American slaves, in Galveston, learned they were emancipated. But many in the Black community say a paid day off at work isn?t the meaningful change they want. Our panelists join The Factor to debate the backlash.

Honoring the Juneteenth holiday
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Our panel of local leaders discusses the importance of Juneteenth and why it should be celebrated.

Reactions from Galveston residents after Juneteenth made a federal holiday
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Juneteenth is the first federal holiday signed into law since Martin Luther King Jr. Day was created in 1983. Our Damali Keith was in Galveston, where Union soldiers first arrived to set Texas slaves free, to see how residents are reacting to the news!

Juneteenth misconceptions and hidden history, per Houston professor
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There are many misconceptions about what Juneteenth represents. And FOX 26 Houston speaks with Dr. Gene Preuss, professor of history at University of Houston-Downtown to help break that down.