Houston Winter storm timeline: When freezing rain and ice will hit tonight
FOX 26 meteorologist John Dawson breaks down the specific timeline for the incoming winter storm. Watch to find out when freezing rain is expected to hit the Houston area and how long sub-freezing temperatures will last. Stay weather-aware and plan your travel accordingly.
FOX 26 meteorologist John Dawson breaks down the specific timeline for the incoming winter storm. Watch to find out when freezing rain is expected to hit the Houston area and how long sub-freezing temperatures will last. Stay weather-aware and plan your travel accordingly.
Minneapolis shooting: What we know about Alex Pretti, the man killed by Border Patrol agent
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was fatally shot Saturday morning by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis. Here's what's known about the Minneapolis resident.
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was fatally shot Saturday morning by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis. Here's what's known about the Minneapolis resident.
DPS and TxDOT De-Icing US-59 at Beltway 8 Ahead of Winter Storm
Texas DPS and TxDOT are currently de-icing the roadways at US-59 and Beltway 8 to prepare for the upcoming winter storm. Drive with caution and watch for slow-moving equipment.
Texas DPS and TxDOT are currently de-icing the roadways at US-59 and Beltway 8 to prepare for the upcoming winter storm. Drive with caution and watch for slow-moving equipment.
Maxwell Frost punched in face at Sundance Festival, congressman says
Congressman Maxwell Frost was punched in the face at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah on Friday, according to a tweet from the official.
Congressman Maxwell Frost was punched in the face at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah on Friday, according to a tweet from the official.
CenterPoint provides update on preps for Houston winter storm
Officials at CenterPoint Energy provided an update Saturday on how the power provider is preparing for the winter storm moving into the Houston area.
Officials at CenterPoint Energy provided an update Saturday on how the power provider is preparing for the winter storm moving into the Houston area.
Why the viral terracotta pot heater is a dangerous myth: What to do instead
Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.
Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.
Houston news: Winter storm prep, Minneapolis shooting, and more
FOX 26's Tom Zizka and John Dawson cover the top afternoon reports from Houston and beyond for Jan. 24, 2026.
FOX 26's Tom Zizka and John Dawson cover the top afternoon reports from Houston and beyond for Jan. 24, 2026.
Minneapolis shooting: Minnesota BCA says DHS blocked them from shooting scene
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said Department of Homeland Security personnel prevented their investigators from accessing the scene of where a Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said Department of Homeland Security personnel prevented their investigators from accessing the scene of where a Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis shooting today: Reaction pours in after man killed by border agent
Reaction across the country, from Minnesota to those in other cities, is pouring in after another person was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.
Reaction across the country, from Minnesota to those in other cities, is pouring in after another person was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis shooting: What we know about the Border Patrol agent who shot man
Gregory Bovino, a senior officer with the Department of Homeland Security, said at a news conference after the incident the agent who shot the man has eight years of experience with Border Patrol.
Gregory Bovino, a senior officer with the Department of Homeland Security, said at a news conference after the incident the agent who shot the man has eight years of experience with Border Patrol.
Houston winter storm: Drone video shows CenterPoint crews staging ahead of storm
Dozens of vehicles that are part of CenterPoint's staging efforts ahead of the Houston winter storm are seen on Saturday before the storm begins.
Dozens of vehicles that are part of CenterPoint's staging efforts ahead of the Houston winter storm are seen on Saturday before the storm begins.
Houston winter storm: Latest timeline from John Dawson
FOX 26 Houston Meteorologist John Dawson provides an update on the timeline of the winter storm headed into the Houston area.
FOX 26 Houston Meteorologist John Dawson provides an update on the timeline of the winter storm headed into the Houston area.
Houston winter storm: Fort Bend County officials prepare for icy weather
Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George and other officials discussed how the county is preparing for the winter storm that's expected to hit Saturday night through Sunday.
Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George and other officials discussed how the county is preparing for the winter storm that's expected to hit Saturday night through Sunday.
Houston flights affected ahead of winter storm
While Houston airports are prepping for the winter storm, your flight could still be impacted. FOX 26's Randy Wallace covers what to know, if you plan to fly.
While Houston airports are prepping for the winter storm, your flight could still be impacted. FOX 26's Randy Wallace covers what to know, if you plan to fly.
Houston winter storm: Mayor pushes residents to be prepared
While giving updates on Houston's preparations for the winter storm, Mayor John Whitmire made a call for residents to prepare themselves in advance. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann shares what city leaders had to say.
While giving updates on Houston's preparations for the winter storm, Mayor John Whitmire made a call for residents to prepare themselves in advance. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann shares what city leaders had to say.
Houston winter storm forecast: Jan. 23 overnight forecast
FOX 26 meteorologist Remeisha Shade shares what to expect for the weekend winter storm as of Friday night.
FOX 26 meteorologist Remeisha Shade shares what to expect for the weekend winter storm as of Friday night.
Winter storm expectations for Houston
FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann shares what Houston leaders have prepped ahead of the winter storm, and Randy Wallace shares what to expect if you're going through local airports or using METRO during the storm.
FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann shares what Houston leaders have prepped ahead of the winter storm, and Randy Wallace shares what to expect if you're going through local airports or using METRO during the storm.
Houston winter storm questions: Protecting pets, freeze time
FOX 26 meteorologist Remeisha Shade answers viewer questions about the upcoming winter weather this weekend as of Friday, Jan. 23.
FOX 26 meteorologist Remeisha Shade answers viewer questions about the upcoming winter weather this weekend as of Friday, Jan. 23.
Prepping sprinklers ahead of winter storm
Don't forget, sprinklers count as pipes you should protect ahead of the winter storm. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez spoke with a Houston repairman on what homeowners should do before the storm hits.
Don't forget, sprinklers count as pipes you should protect ahead of the winter storm. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez spoke with a Houston repairman on what homeowners should do before the storm hits.
Winter storm prep: How to get your generator ready
If you have a generator on standby for this weekend's winter storm, FOX 26's Tom Zizka has a checklist you should go through before turning your generator on.
If you have a generator on standby for this weekend's winter storm, FOX 26's Tom Zizka has a checklist you should go through before turning your generator on.