Texas Special Session may end early; these big bills are being pushed through
Among the bills nearing law is HB 8, eliminating the STAAR test in the state of Texas.
Among the bills nearing law is HB 8, eliminating the STAAR test in the state of Texas.
Turning phone into satellite phone amid emergency
In a hurricane or flood, you can lose cell phone service and Wi-Fi but there's new technology that you may not even know you have. New technology can help you contact loved ones and emergency responders.
In a hurricane or flood, you can lose cell phone service and Wi-Fi but there's new technology that you may not even know you have. New technology can help you contact loved ones and emergency responders.
Rain forces pause in search for over 100 missing in Central Texas Floods
New rainfall has temporarily halted the search for over 100 people missing after a flood in Ingram, Texas, forcing first responders to pause their efforts as volunteers continue to provide support.
New rainfall has temporarily halted the search for over 100 people missing after a flood in Ingram, Texas, forcing first responders to pause their efforts as volunteers continue to provide support.
Kerrville community mourns beloved coach, family among Texas flooding victims
Hundreds gathered at Antler Stadium in Kerrville to mourn and pray for those impacted by the devastating 4th of July flood, including beloved Coach Reece Zunker and his wife who died, and their missing children.
Hundreds gathered at Antler Stadium in Kerrville to mourn and pray for those impacted by the devastating 4th of July flood, including beloved Coach Reece Zunker and his wife who died, and their missing children.
'I think this is it': Dad leaves goodbye voicemail to kids before being swept away in Texas flood
A Texas father, caught in a deadly flash flood, used his final moments to call his children and tell them he loved them, as the search continues for him while his wife has been found.
A Texas father, caught in a deadly flash flood, used his final moments to call his children and tell them he loved them, as the search continues for him while his wife has been found.
Country star Pat Green reveals "heartbreaking loss" after Central Texas floods
Country artist Pat Green announced on social media that his family suffered a "heartbreaking and deeply personal loss" during the recent Central Texas floods, leading him to postpone his July 5 concert.
Country artist Pat Green announced on social media that his family suffered a "heartbreaking and deeply personal loss" during the recent Central Texas floods, leading him to postpone his July 5 concert.
Astros pledge $1 Million to Central Texas flood relief efforts
The Houston Astros organization is committing $1 million to Central Texas flood relief efforts and launching a fan initiative to support long-term recovery after devastating Fourth of July weekend flooding.
The Houston Astros organization is committing $1 million to Central Texas flood relief efforts and launching a fan initiative to support long-term recovery after devastating Fourth of July weekend flooding.
Italy’s Mt. Etna erupts causing massive ash cloud, sends tourists fleeing
Mount Etna in Italy erupted on Monday, sending plumes of ash and smoke into the air as tourists fled from the area.
Mount Etna in Italy erupted on Monday, sending plumes of ash and smoke into the air as tourists fled from the area.
Woman felt impact of 7.7 earthquake while in Bangkok
A massive 7.7 earthquake struck parts of Southeast Asia on March 28, followed by a magnitude 6.4 aftershock. Sid Simone, a graduate from the University of Houston, was in Bangkok, Thailand at the time and spoke with Allison Gargaro about her experience from the event.
A massive 7.7 earthquake struck parts of Southeast Asia on March 28, followed by a magnitude 6.4 aftershock. Sid Simone, a graduate from the University of Houston, was in Bangkok, Thailand at the time and spoke with Allison Gargaro about her experience from the event.
Dozens of tornadoes hitting the Plains
Dozens of tornadoes caused destruction in the Plains this weekend with some having caused damage to homes and neighborhoods, but no lives have been lost so far. FOX Weather's Nicole Valdes has the latest on the weather damage.
Dozens of tornadoes caused destruction in the Plains this weekend with some having caused damage to homes and neighborhoods, but no lives have been lost so far. FOX Weather's Nicole Valdes has the latest on the weather damage.
Western Japan hit by powerful earthquake
Japan's coastal region was hit by a magnitude 7.6 earthquake and at least six people have been reported dead with half a dozen homes damaged. A North Texas couple was in Tokyo on vacation when the earthquake hit.
Japan's coastal region was hit by a magnitude 7.6 earthquake and at least six people have been reported dead with half a dozen homes damaged. A North Texas couple was in Tokyo on vacation when the earthquake hit.
Pests to lifesavers: Giant rodents training to be rescuers during natural disasters
If you're trapped under rubble from a hurricane or tornado, a rat is probably the last thing you want to see will maybe until now as a team of Dutch researchers trains them to go where most first responders cannot in the wake of a catastrophe.
If you're trapped under rubble from a hurricane or tornado, a rat is probably the last thing you want to see will maybe until now as a team of Dutch researchers trains them to go where most first responders cannot in the wake of a catastrophe.
Texas ranked 3rd in states most impacted by natural disaster: survey
The devastation of Hurricane Ian and the cost of damages has many wondering what states are most impacted by natural disasters. WalletHub listed Texas third on its list out of all the states.
The devastation of Hurricane Ian and the cost of damages has many wondering what states are most impacted by natural disasters. WalletHub listed Texas third on its list out of all the states.
Hurricane Ian aftermath: White House ramping up relief efforts for affected victims
Hurricane Ian has ravaged so much of the state of Florida and it's getting stronger as it heads for another landfall in South Carolina. As a result, the Biden Administration met with FEMA to assess the damage to provide relief to affected residents.
Hurricane Ian has ravaged so much of the state of Florida and it's getting stronger as it heads for another landfall in South Carolina. As a result, the Biden Administration met with FEMA to assess the damage to provide relief to affected residents.
Man found dead after being swept into sinkhole that opened up underneath pool
The incident happened in central Israel during a pool party being held for employees of a private company, according to local news reports.
The incident happened in central Israel during a pool party being held for employees of a private company, according to local news reports.
Afghanistan earthquake kills 1,000 people, deadliest in decades
At least 1,500 others were injured in the powerful earthquake that struck a rural, mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan early Wednesday.
At least 1,500 others were injured in the powerful earthquake that struck a rural, mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan early Wednesday.
Peru struck by magnitude-7.5 earthquake, USGS says
The quake occurred at 5:52 a.m. (1052 GMT) and its epicenter was in the Amazon region, 42 kilometers (26 miles) north northwest of the city of Barranca. It had a magnitude of 7.5, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
The quake occurred at 5:52 a.m. (1052 GMT) and its epicenter was in the Amazon region, 42 kilometers (26 miles) north northwest of the city of Barranca. It had a magnitude of 7.5, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Help for homeowners, renters struggling with damage from natural disaster
Whether you?re a homeowner or renter if your home suffered damage in a disaster or you're a refugee from the damage of Hurricane Ida, mortgage financer Fannie Mae wants you to know there?s help available.
Whether you?re a homeowner or renter if your home suffered damage in a disaster or you're a refugee from the damage of Hurricane Ida, mortgage financer Fannie Mae wants you to know there?s help available.
Houstonians helping those hit hard by Hurricane Ida in Louisiana
Droves of Houstonians are starting this labor day weekend working to help our neighbors to the east, who were hit hard by the hurricane. FOX 26?s Damali Keith joins us with more on how Houstonians are helping.
Droves of Houstonians are starting this labor day weekend working to help our neighbors to the east, who were hit hard by the hurricane. FOX 26?s Damali Keith joins us with more on how Houstonians are helping.
Puppy rescued from charred remains of home in California as wildfires burn through West Coast
Rescuers found a puppy sheltering within the charred remains on a property impacted by the Berry Creek fires.
Rescuers found a puppy sheltering within the charred remains on a property impacted by the Berry Creek fires.