Harris County creates fully-inclusive park!
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James Driver Park in Aldine is a fully-inclusive park, designed for self-regulated play, and mobility exercises for people of all ages and abilities. There's even a sensory garden. Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia and Peggy Turner with TIRR Memorial Hermann stopped by Houston's Morning Show to share the details.

Parent to Parent: COVID-19 and mental health in children
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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in so many ways, and it is so very concerning for our youth in this week's parent to parent we're really focusing on the mental health crisis that's plaguing them, and it's so concerning that U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a rare advisory this week to highlight the problem. You may not even know it, but your child could be suffering right now. The good news is help is readily available.

Season of Giving: Houston charities you can donate to during the holidays

Houstonians are arguably well-known for their generosity and hospitality. And what better way to give back during the season of giving than to the local nonprofits who spend every day thinking of those in need.

Pantone announces ‘Very Peri’ as its 2022 color of the year

Pantone said its 2022 color of the year is “Very Peri,” a periwinkle blue hue with violet-red undertones that aims to evoke “an empowering mix of newness.”

Video: Chevy Chase serves customers at Raising Cane’s restaurant

The legendary comedian was in Charleston, South Carolina for a special screening of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.”

Disturbing video shows brutal attack of foster teen, as CPS worker watches

Civil rights activists are calling for an independent investigation after a disturbing video surfaced. The video shows a CPS worker standing by idly as one teen is getting brutally beaten by another, while under their custody.

A replica of the iconic Grinch cave could be yours for the night

The story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” has been brought to life for a limited time, giving holiday revelers the chance to experience the Grinch and his dog Max’s home.

Cruise ship with COVID-19 outbreak docks in New Orleans

Norwegian Cruise Line issued a statement that confirmed a “handful of COVID-19 cases among guests and crew.” The company said all of the identified cases involved people without symptoms of the illness.

Man wins $1M from lottery ticket he was gifted after open heart surgery

And if that wasn’t lucky, the man said he also won $1,000 several years ago on a ticket he received from the same friend as a birthday gift.

Shaquille O’Neal rocks city of Houston by making musical debut as DJ Diesel

Sports legend Shaquille O'Neal was set to rock the city of Houston Friday night as DJ Diesel and FOX 26's Coco Dominguez got an exclusive interview with the legend himself.

Man who stuffed razor blades in pizza dough gets nearly 5 years in prison

The man who pleaded guilty to putting razor blades and screws in pizza dough at supermarkets last year has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison.

Taste of TNF recipe: Barbecue brisket muffuletta sandwich

This week's Thursday Night Football matchup features two teams from cities that are known for big flavors and big appetites – Dallas and New Orleans – so Dr. BBQ created a Texas-sized sandwich that's sure to be a big hit in the Big Easy.

Montgomery County detective solves own cold case to find birth family
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A Homicide detective in Montgomery County solved his own 37-year-old cold case where he was searching for his birth mom for more than 20 years. FOX 26?s Damali Keith has more on their reunion.

Donations, volunteers needed to help send care packages to troops overseas
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A Houston non-profit organization is working to send care packages to troops overseas for Christmas but is in need of some help. FOX 26 Photojournalist Darlene Janik Faires has more on how you can help.