Texas Democrats break quorum
Texas politics are getting complicated and to help us understand the significate of the latest development, The News Edge Early Edition spoke with UH Political Science professor Brandon Rottinghaus. More than 50 Texas lawmakers have fled the state to block any further legislation from moving forward during the special session. Will this tactic work? Rottinghaus gives his expert opinion.
Texas politics are getting complicated and to help us understand the significate of the latest development, The News Edge Early Edition spoke with UH Political Science professor Brandon Rottinghaus. More than 50 Texas lawmakers have fled the state to block any further legislation from moving forward during the special session. Will this tactic work? Rottinghaus gives his expert opinion.
Anime festival takes over Houston's GRB Convention Center
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has a sneak peek on what to expect during the festival.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has a sneak peek on what to expect during the festival.
Bayou City Buzz: Checking out McIntyre's
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives us a peek at McIntyre's in downtown Houston.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives us a peek at McIntyre's in downtown Houston.
Fans getting excited ahead of US Women's soccer team's appearance at Tokyo Olympics
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke with eager soccer fans who are ready to see soccer back.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke with eager soccer fans who are ready to see soccer back.
Fourth of the July indoor activity fun
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has some tips for some indoor 4th of July fun if it rains this holiday weekend.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has some tips for some indoor 4th of July fun if it rains this holiday weekend.
Report says plumes of carcinogenic formaldehyde found in neighborhoods along Houston ship channel
The Houston Health Department says a study found plumes of carcinogenic formaldehyde in neighborhoods along Houston's Ship Channel. Mayor Turner says it's leaving many families of color that live there at a higher risk for cancer.
The Houston Health Department says a study found plumes of carcinogenic formaldehyde in neighborhoods along Houston's Ship Channel. Mayor Turner says it's leaving many families of color that live there at a higher risk for cancer.
Stages welcomes visitors back with performance honoring Billie Holiday
Stages has been in the Houston area for 43 years, a local staple in our community. They recently welcomed visitors back to their brand new building 800 Rosine St. after being shut down for 15 months during the pandemic.
Stages has been in the Houston area for 43 years, a local staple in our community. They recently welcomed visitors back to their brand new building 800 Rosine St. after being shut down for 15 months during the pandemic.
Making the Case: Understanding Bill Cosby's release
After serving two years of his three to 10-year prison sentence, Bill Cosby has been released from prison. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled the procession in his case did not handle things according to the law. To better understand this complicated situation, The News Edge legal expert Charles "Big Angry" Adams explains what led to the court overturning Cosby's 2018 conviction for sexual assault.
After serving two years of his three to 10-year prison sentence, Bill Cosby has been released from prison. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled the procession in his case did not handle things according to the law. To better understand this complicated situation, The News Edge legal expert Charles "Big Angry" Adams explains what led to the court overturning Cosby's 2018 conviction for sexual assault.
Goat themed hotel opens in Alvin, goats included
The Goatel is now open in Alvin, giving you a chance to rent the loft above a goat barn, goats included.
The Goatel is now open in Alvin, giving you a chance to rent the loft above a goat barn, goats included.
Goat themed hotel opens in Alvin, goats included
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives a sneak peek at a goat themed hotel that has opened in Alvin.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives a sneak peek at a goat themed hotel that has opened in Alvin.
Midtown Houston's Sears building now open as Ion
The old Sears building in Midtown is open again. Reimagined as the innovation center that will nurture technology start-ups
The old Sears building in Midtown is open again. Reimagined as the innovation center that will nurture technology start-ups
Making The Case: What's next following the Chauvin verdict
Some are making the case that last week's verdict for the former Minneapolis police officer who murdered George Floyd was too lenient. They're comparing it to other cases of people facing more time for lesser crimes. Attorney and former judge Charles Adams warns that not all case comparisons are equal, and reminds Derek Chauvin may yet face more time behind bars as we await his federal trial.
Some are making the case that last week's verdict for the former Minneapolis police officer who murdered George Floyd was too lenient. They're comparing it to other cases of people facing more time for lesser crimes. Attorney and former judge Charles Adams warns that not all case comparisons are equal, and reminds Derek Chauvin may yet face more time behind bars as we await his federal trial.
Gatsby Inspired steakhouse and lounge now open in Montrose
Inspired by the American novel The Great Gatsby and Gatsby’s love for his dearest Daisy Buchanan, the neighborhood steakhouse & lounge concept is officially open in Montrose.
Inspired by the American novel The Great Gatsby and Gatsby’s love for his dearest Daisy Buchanan, the neighborhood steakhouse & lounge concept is officially open in Montrose.
Gatsby inspired steakhouse, lounge now open In Montrose
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives us a sneak peek at the new lounge now open In Montrose.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives us a sneak peek at the new lounge now open In Montrose.
Only gourmet hotspot in Houston, serving up high-end meats
Shabu is a Japanese word that means ‘swish’ and that’s exactly what you do when you dip your protein into this authentic hot pot.
Shabu is a Japanese word that means ‘swish’ and that’s exactly what you do when you dip your protein into this authentic hot pot.
Bayou City Buzz: Gourmet hotspot in Houston
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives us a look at the only gourmet hotspot in Houston serving up high-end meats.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez gives us a look at the only gourmet hotspot in Houston serving up high-end meats.
Making the Case: Controversial arrest
The Florida state highway patrol is investigating one of it's Troppers who was seen using a taser on a teenage boy who was waiting to be let into his girlfriend's home in Ft. Myer, FL. The trooper says he tailed the teen as he walked through the neighborhood, dressed in all black. He thought the teen looked suspicious and ordered him to put his hands behind his back. When the teen did not comply, he used his taser on him twice. Many are now calling the incident racial profiling and excessive. The News Edge Early Edition legal analyst Charles Adams gave his opinion of the arrest and addressed the issue of compliance. The teen was charged with loitering, possession of medical marijuana, and given a criminal traffic violation. He is currently serving 21 days in a juvenile detention facility.
The Florida state highway patrol is investigating one of it's Troppers who was seen using a taser on a teenage boy who was waiting to be let into his girlfriend's home in Ft. Myer, FL. The trooper says he tailed the teen as he walked through the neighborhood, dressed in all black. He thought the teen looked suspicious and ordered him to put his hands behind his back. When the teen did not comply, he used his taser on him twice. Many are now calling the incident racial profiling and excessive. The News Edge Early Edition legal analyst Charles Adams gave his opinion of the arrest and addressed the issue of compliance. The teen was charged with loitering, possession of medical marijuana, and given a criminal traffic violation. He is currently serving 21 days in a juvenile detention facility.
Houston-area hair salon named best in North America and Canada
Reporter Coco Dominguez caught up with humbled co-owners David Bamford and Luis Perez near River Oaks to see what it is they feel make them stand out.
Reporter Coco Dominguez caught up with humbled co-owners David Bamford and Luis Perez near River Oaks to see what it is they feel make them stand out.
Houston-area hair salon named one of the best in North America and Canada
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has more about the Houston-area hair salon.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has more about the Houston-area hair salon.
New political party arrives in Texas
SAM which stands for Serve America Movement has arrived in the Lonestar state. The party which strives to be made up of diverse voters say they want to appeal to the nearly 40% of moderate thinkers across the country who want common sense and majority-driven policy in place. The party's chairman is former Florida congressman David Jolly. The former Houston mayoral candidate Bill King will serve as founding chair of the Texas branch. FOX 26 political reporter Greg Groogan debriefs anchor Kaitlin Monte about the group's appeal and future hurdles.
SAM which stands for Serve America Movement has arrived in the Lonestar state. The party which strives to be made up of diverse voters say they want to appeal to the nearly 40% of moderate thinkers across the country who want common sense and majority-driven policy in place. The party's chairman is former Florida congressman David Jolly. The former Houston mayoral candidate Bill King will serve as founding chair of the Texas branch. FOX 26 political reporter Greg Groogan debriefs anchor Kaitlin Monte about the group's appeal and future hurdles.