Free, fun events in Houston-area from Sept. 12-14
We have a few things you can do for free this weekend in the Houston-area! FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has details on the events you can check out from Sept. 12 - 14.
We have a few things you can do for free this weekend in the Houston-area! FOX 26's Heather Sullivan has details on the events you can check out from Sept. 12 - 14.
New 2025 State Fair of Texas Foods
The 2025 State Fair of Texas themed “Texas Shines Bright" will open on Friday, September 26, and run through Sunday, October 19. Daily admission tickets are available now.
The 2025 State Fair of Texas themed “Texas Shines Bright" will open on Friday, September 26, and run through Sunday, October 19. Daily admission tickets are available now.
Sunscreen-flavored ice cream: Carnival, Van Leeuwen's new sweet treat flavor
Would you try sunscreen-flavored ice crem? Carnival and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream joined together to create a new seasonal sweet treat flavor: Sunscreen!
Would you try sunscreen-flavored ice crem? Carnival and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream joined together to create a new seasonal sweet treat flavor: Sunscreen!
Cracker Barrel suspends store remodels following backlash
Cracker Barrel has hit the brakes on its modern makeovers after recent backlash. Here's what they said.
Cracker Barrel has hit the brakes on its modern makeovers after recent backlash. Here's what they said.
Girl Scouts drop brand-new cookie for 2026
The Girl Scouts of the USA have announced the launch of a brand-new cookie set to debut during the 2026 cookie season.
The Girl Scouts of the USA have announced the launch of a brand-new cookie set to debut during the 2026 cookie season.
Lab-grown meat ban goes into effect in Texas, faces legal challenge
As Texas bans lab-cultured meat and touts 'right to know,' Institute for Justice files lawsuit.
As Texas bans lab-cultured meat and touts 'right to know,' Institute for Justice files lawsuit.
These are the happiest states in 2025, new data shows
Finding enjoyment in life is sometimes related to where you live and these states offer residents a nice boost to their general well-being, according to a new survey.
Finding enjoyment in life is sometimes related to where you live and these states offer residents a nice boost to their general well-being, according to a new survey.
Stellantis to recall more than 91,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles over possible loss of drive power
NHTSA warns the hybrid control processor defect may result in loss of drive power without warning.
NHTSA warns the hybrid control processor defect may result in loss of drive power without warning.
102-year-old becomes oldest person to climb Mount Fuji
Kokichi Akuzawa, a 102-year-old man from Japan, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji, according to the Associated Press.
Kokichi Akuzawa, a 102-year-old man from Japan, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji, according to the Associated Press.
Americans fight back against growing 'guilt tipping' pressure at digital checkout screens
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.
Consumers now reluctantly tip $24 monthly compared to previous $450 annual spending on excessive tips.
Darth Vader's lightsaber fetches record-breaking $3.6M at auction
Darth Vader’s lightsaber is now the highest-priced Star Wars item to ever be sold at auction
Darth Vader’s lightsaber is now the highest-priced Star Wars item to ever be sold at auction
Waffle House turns 70: From Avondale Estates to American icon
On Sept. 5, 1955, a small yellow-signed diner opened its doors in Avondale Estates, Georgia.
On Sept. 5, 1955, a small yellow-signed diner opened its doors in Avondale Estates, Georgia.
Eating radioactive shrimp could turn you into an alien, US senator claims
A U.S. senator from Louisiana has a dire warning for people who eat “radioactive,” imported shrimp: You could end up looking like the alien from the movie “Alien.”
A U.S. senator from Louisiana has a dire warning for people who eat “radioactive,” imported shrimp: You could end up looking like the alien from the movie “Alien.”
New coffee, wine bar now open in Houston Heights
Caffvino recently opened on Heights Boulevard as a place for coffee and wine lovers. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez spoke with a co-owner to see what they have to offer.
Caffvino recently opened on Heights Boulevard as a place for coffee and wine lovers. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez spoke with a co-owner to see what they have to offer.
Giorgio Armani, fashion icon, dies at 91
Giorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer who turned his style and vision into a multibillion-dollar company, has died. He was 91.
Giorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer who turned his style and vision into a multibillion-dollar company, has died. He was 91.
Frontier Airlines brings back annual flight pass: What to know
Frontier Airlines has introduced a limited-time promotion for its GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Annual Pass.
Frontier Airlines has introduced a limited-time promotion for its GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Annual Pass.
World's largest cruise ship sets sail on its maiden voyage
The world’s largest ship set sail on Sunday, making its debut out of Port Canaveral, Florida.
The world’s largest ship set sail on Sunday, making its debut out of Port Canaveral, Florida.
That morning cup of coffee could be the key to a happier day, new study suggests
A recent study found that your morning cup of coffee really does make you happier – even if you're not a caffeine addict.
A recent study found that your morning cup of coffee really does make you happier – even if you're not a caffeine addict.
These are the best cities for retirees in 2025, according to data
Transitioning to retirement after years of work requires a lot of planning, particularly finding a new place to call home, and these locales offer nice options for retirees.
Transitioning to retirement after years of work requires a lot of planning, particularly finding a new place to call home, and these locales offer nice options for retirees.
Kraft Heinz to split into two companies, ending a decade-long merger
Kraft Heinz announced it will split into two separate companies by 2026, marking the end of a decade-long merger that created one of the world’s largest food manufacturers.
Kraft Heinz announced it will split into two separate companies by 2026, marking the end of a decade-long merger that created one of the world’s largest food manufacturers.