What are the risks in swimming in contaminated water?
Fifty-five out of 61 Texas beaches have unsafe water quality. Many are asking if we still swim in the waters and have fun -- or do we need to skip a trip to the beach? Dr. Sara Andrabi, assistant professor of emergency medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, answers those questions and more.
Fifty-five out of 61 Texas beaches have unsafe water quality. Many are asking if we still swim in the waters and have fun -- or do we need to skip a trip to the beach? Dr. Sara Andrabi, assistant professor of emergency medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, answers those questions and more.
Report: Texas beaches have unsafe levels of fecal bacteria
A trip to the beach could make you sick. A new report finds potentially unsafe water quality at several Texas beaches, including a few in the greater Houston area. John Rumpler, Clean Water Program Director at Environment America shares breaks down the study.
A trip to the beach could make you sick. A new report finds potentially unsafe water quality at several Texas beaches, including a few in the greater Houston area. John Rumpler, Clean Water Program Director at Environment America shares breaks down the study.
Delta variant detected at League City church camp COVID-19 outbreak
Galveston County Health experts say the Delta variant was detected after a mass coronavirus outbreak at a church camp. More than 125 people from Clear Creek Community Church in League City tested positive for COVID-19 when they got home from the camp. Dr. Pedro Piedra, professor of molecular virology and microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine, shares some insight.
Galveston County Health experts say the Delta variant was detected after a mass coronavirus outbreak at a church camp. More than 125 people from Clear Creek Community Church in League City tested positive for COVID-19 when they got home from the camp. Dr. Pedro Piedra, professor of molecular virology and microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine, shares some insight.
Study shows how breast implants affect immune response
A new study, co-authored by a Rice University professor, looks at how breast implants affect immune response. Dr. Omid Veiseh
A new study, co-authored by a Rice University professor, looks at how breast implants affect immune response. Dr. Omid Veiseh
Delta variant confirmed in samples from church camp outbreak
Galveston County Health District confirmed the Delta variant has been identified in three test samples tied to a church camp COVID-19 outbreak.
Galveston County Health District confirmed the Delta variant has been identified in three test samples tied to a church camp COVID-19 outbreak.
Affordable Care Act open enrollment until August 15
For those who are uninsured or even if you have the plan, the marketplace allows you to see what type of health insurance you may qualify for.
For those who are uninsured or even if you have the plan, the marketplace allows you to see what type of health insurance you may qualify for.
Catching up with Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers of Houston CEO Rania Mankarious
Crime Stoppers of Houston CEO Rania Mankarious
Report: Houston lost nearly 125,000 jobs in energy industry
What should the city and energy industry do next? Energy consultant Joe Brettell shares his thoughts.
What should the city and energy industry do next? Energy consultant Joe Brettell shares his thoughts.
Moody Gardens in Galveston hiring for all positions
With summer in full swing, tourist attractions need help. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez is at Moody Gardens where they are hosting a job fair this week.
With summer in full swing, tourist attractions need help. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez is at Moody Gardens where they are hosting a job fair this week.
AC parts shortage
The global parts shortage is now impacting AC repairs. Experts say now is not the time to push your unit to the limit.
The global parts shortage is now impacting AC repairs. Experts say now is not the time to push your unit to the limit.
Spencer Tillman weighs in on fallout from Gwen Berry's National Anthem protest
There has been a number of reactions to Gwen Berry's National Anthem protest. FOX Senior College Football Analyst Spencer Tillman weighs in.
There has been a number of reactions to Gwen Berry's National Anthem protest. FOX Senior College Football Analyst Spencer Tillman weighs in.
COVID-19 vaccine etiquette for weddings
If you're planning a wedding -- and you want your guests to be vaccinated. Is there a polite way to ask? And what do you do if they refuse? Experts Monica and Darian Lewis with Monica Lewis School of Etiquette share some tips for future brides and grooms.
If you're planning a wedding -- and you want your guests to be vaccinated. Is there a polite way to ask? And what do you do if they refuse? Experts Monica and Darian Lewis with Monica Lewis School of Etiquette share some tips for future brides and grooms.
Ways to supplement your income in retirement
As you're thinking about retirement, it's important to realize - it's likely you won't be able to live solely on Social Security and returns from your investment accounts. So how can we supplement that income, and live out our golden years without worry? Financial advisor Lauren Moone has some advice.
As you're thinking about retirement, it's important to realize - it's likely you won't be able to live solely on Social Security and returns from your investment accounts. So how can we supplement that income, and live out our golden years without worry? Financial advisor Lauren Moone has some advice.
Dental Slim: The jaw-locking device for weight loss
The Dental Slim is the first device to fight global obesity, and it literally locks a patient's jaw shut. It only allows the jaw to open wide enough for a straw. Renowned weight loss surgeon out of Houston, Dr. Younan Nowzaradan weighs in on the device.
The Dental Slim is the first device to fight global obesity, and it literally locks a patient's jaw shut. It only allows the jaw to open wide enough for a straw. Renowned weight loss surgeon out of Houston, Dr. Younan Nowzaradan weighs in on the device.
Companies raising pay and offering incentives for new hires
With the extra $300 in unemployment benefits ending last week, and more jobs opening up, employers are having to be more creative and aggressive in finding qualified candidates. That means higher wages and incentives.
With the extra $300 in unemployment benefits ending last week, and more jobs opening up, employers are having to be more creative and aggressive in finding qualified candidates. That means higher wages and incentives.
Author & mother of 4 pens autism awareness books based on her sons
She's a mother of four, and three of her children are on the autism spectrum. She's inspiring other families going through similar challenges and triumphs with her two books.
She's a mother of four, and three of her children are on the autism spectrum. She's inspiring other families going through similar challenges and triumphs with her two books.
What's driving the surge in gas prices?
You probably noticed you're paying more at the pump. Gas prices are higher than they have been in years. Mark Finley, energy expert at Rice University's Baker Institute, discusses the spike.
You probably noticed you're paying more at the pump. Gas prices are higher than they have been in years. Mark Finley, energy expert at Rice University's Baker Institute, discusses the spike.
Houston ISD teacher hiring event
The Houston Independent School District is looking for teachers for the upcoming school year. To get the ball rolling, they are hosting an in-person job fair.
The Houston Independent School District is looking for teachers for the upcoming school year. To get the ball rolling, they are hosting an in-person job fair.
Your Legal Questions: Pipe bursts; apartment fees; disposition of shared property
FOX 26 Senior Legal Analyst Chris Tritico answers viewers' legal questions.
FOX 26 Senior Legal Analyst Chris Tritico answers viewers' legal questions.
Emotional Freedom Therapy and how it works
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been open about their struggles with depression. One of the therapies that apparently they have said has worked is EFT.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been open about their struggles with depression. One of the therapies that apparently they have said has worked is EFT.