Sam Houston Trail Ride prepare to head out for the rodeo
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RodeoHouston trail rides kick off as many groups make the trek down to NRG Stadium with their horses and wagons. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez caught up with Sam Houston Trail Ride, one of the longest running trail rides.

Texas man stranded in Mexico amid cartel chaos
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Our sister station in Dallas spoke to TJ Perry who was celebrating a birthday trip in Puerto Vallarta and is now stranded after airlines canceled flights.

Cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed: US-Mexico expert gives insight
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The killing of Mexico cartel leader "El Mencho" led to destruction in parts of the country, including Puerto Vallarta. FOX 26's Anthony Antoine spoke to Tony Payan, US-Mexico fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, for context about the cartel, how it could impact US-Mexico relations and more.

Cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed; Mexico flights canceled due to destruction
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Airlines in the US canceled Sunday flights to Mexico after the reported killing of a Mexican cartel leader leads to clashes in the area. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to a traveler who flew out of Mexico to Houston just as the destruction started to unfold.

Nancy Guthrie: Sheriff issues warning as community takes search into their own hands

Authorities are warning volunteer search groups to stay off Nancy Guthrie's property and give investigators space after unauthorized searchers recovered a glove and backpack near her home.

San Antonio CEO pleads guilty in $69.5M real estate Ponzi scheme

San Antonio real estate CEO Devin Elder faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to orchestrating a $69.5 million Ponzi scheme that defrauded hundreds of investors.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 22 latest updates

Sunday marks the third week since 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home.

Why the Nancy Guthrie investigation is facing "mixed" DNA complications

DNA samples containing multiple profiles are hindering the use of national databases in the Nancy Guthrie missing person case, according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.

Major shutdown continues through weekend on Katy Freeway
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Drivers planning to travel on I-10 East (Katy Freeway) this weekend should prepare for significant delays as a major shutdown is in effect.

Houston weather: Feb. 21 evening forecast
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Look for temperatures back into the 40s for Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday morning.

Houston news: Cooldown coming, Artemis II delayed, and more
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FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez and John Dawson cover the top afternoon news reports from Houston and beyond for Feb. 21, 2026.

US Treasury Secretary on Trump tariff ruling and more
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US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent joined FOX 26's Greg Groogan for an exclusive in-studio interview. The secretary shared his thoughts SCOTUS' ruling against Trump tariff, businesses coming to Texas, the rise of cryptocurrency, and more.

Crews recover bodies of all 9 victims in deadly Lake Tahoe avalanche

A group of 15 skiers were on the final leg of a backcountry trip to Castle Peak near Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada when they were caught in the avalanche.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 21 latest updates

Saturday marks Day 21 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.

NASA: Artemis II launch delayed over new issue

NASA troubleshooting issue that has pushed the March launch window out of consideration, officials say.

Non-profit targets illegal dumping in Houston neighborhoods
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After growing tired of seeing trash dumped in Houston neighborhoods, a real estate investor gathered up volunteers who are taking matters - and the garbage - into their own hands. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke to the organizer behind Clean the Block.

Leaders sound off against proposed gas station in Third Ward community
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State Rep. Jolanda Jones led a city hall against a proposed gas station set to be built in the Riverside Terrace neighborhood. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart shares why leaders, authorities, and residents are against the new store.

Nancy Guthrie: Why Mexico authorities are being contacted
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As authorities still look for any suspects tied to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the FBI is now contacting authorities in Mexico about this case.