Harris County Jail sued for alleged 2023 assault on inmate
A federal lawsuit has been filed against the Harris County Jail, alleging that nine officers assaulted a now-former inmate in July 2023. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke to the non-profit who is representing the woman.
A federal lawsuit has been filed against the Harris County Jail, alleging that nine officers assaulted a now-former inmate in July 2023. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke to the non-profit who is representing the woman.
Southmore shooting: Houston police release body-worn camera video following deadly officer-involved shooting
The Houston Police Department has released body-worn camera video following an officer-involved shooting in May that later turned deadly.
The Houston Police Department has released body-worn camera video following an officer-involved shooting in May that later turned deadly.
VIDEO: Houston police shooting on Southmore Blvd
Houston police released video of an officer-involved shooting on Southmore Boulevard on May 16, 2025.
Houston police released video of an officer-involved shooting on Southmore Boulevard on May 16, 2025.
Isle Royale camping deaths: FBI assisting in investigation of two found dead
Officials have not released a cause of death for the two campers, who were found at a remote campground after separate reports came in on Sunday.
Officials have not released a cause of death for the two campers, who were found at a remote campground after separate reports came in on Sunday.
The future of AI and robotics
Robotics expert Elad Inbar weighs in on why businesses must get smart about automation. Plus, ladies of the Coder School share how the Future Is Female and Coded.
Robotics expert Elad Inbar weighs in on why businesses must get smart about automation. Plus, ladies of the Coder School share how the Future Is Female and Coded.
Tracking Wednesday rain and more | Forecasting with Friends
Join the FOX 26 Weather Team as we talk all things weather on our newest show!
Join the FOX 26 Weather Team as we talk all things weather on our newest show!
Houston weather: Heavy Wednesday rain across SE Texas
The National Weather Service has placed Washington, Grimes, Walker and Trinity counties under a flood watch today and tomorrow. Other counties may be added based on how rain develops today.
The National Weather Service has placed Washington, Grimes, Walker and Trinity counties under a flood watch today and tomorrow. Other counties may be added based on how rain develops today.
VIDEO: Gas station attempted robbery, shooting
The Houston Police Department released surveillance video of four suspects believed to be involved in the aggravated robbery of a gas station.
The Houston Police Department released surveillance video of four suspects believed to be involved in the aggravated robbery of a gas station.
Harris County Jail faces federal lawsuit over alleged assault
A federal lawsuit has been filed against Harris County Jail and several of its officers, alleging a brutal assault on a 22-year-old inmate, Anasia Smith, in July 2023. The lawsuit claims that nine detention officers, including multiple ranking officials, violently attacked Smith after she requested to be relieved from voluntary cleaning duties due to exhaustion. The lawsuit and security footage was provided to FOX 26 by the Texas Civil Rights Project, a nonprofit organization representing Anasia Smith.
A federal lawsuit has been filed against Harris County Jail and several of its officers, alleging a brutal assault on a 22-year-old inmate, Anasia Smith, in July 2023. The lawsuit claims that nine detention officers, including multiple ranking officials, violently attacked Smith after she requested to be relieved from voluntary cleaning duties due to exhaustion. The lawsuit and security footage was provided to FOX 26 by the Texas Civil Rights Project, a nonprofit organization representing Anasia Smith.
'I'm beat up': Chicago woman hit by car that drove into protest speaks out
A 66-year-old woman’s arm was broken after she was hit by a car that sped through an anti-ICE protest in downtown Chicago on Tuesday.
A 66-year-old woman’s arm was broken after she was hit by a car that sped through an anti-ICE protest in downtown Chicago on Tuesday.
Diddy trial: Judge denies second request for mistrial
Diddy's sex trafficking trial is expected to continue Wednesday morning after a judge denied his attorney's second request for a mistrial Sally MacDonald spoke with FOX 26 Legal Analyst Casey Garrett about the trial so far.
Diddy's sex trafficking trial is expected to continue Wednesday morning after a judge denied his attorney's second request for a mistrial Sally MacDonald spoke with FOX 26 Legal Analyst Casey Garrett about the trial so far.
Military troops respond to anti-ICE protests
In Los Angeles, an overnight curfew is in effect and more National Guard troops could be deployed. FOX's Doug Luzader has more details on the ongoing situation.
In Los Angeles, an overnight curfew is in effect and more National Guard troops could be deployed. FOX's Doug Luzader has more details on the ongoing situation.
US, China continue trade truce | The D.C. Daily
The 90-day hold on high tariffs between the United States and China will stay on pause for now after both countries agreed to an outline of a new trade deal. Plus, President Trump plans to shut down FEMA after this year's hurricane season.
The 90-day hold on high tariffs between the United States and China will stay on pause for now after both countries agreed to an outline of a new trade deal. Plus, President Trump plans to shut down FEMA after this year's hurricane season.
Newsom claims Trump 'chose theatrics over safety' in deploying National Guard to LA
California Governor Gavin Newsom is accusing President Donald Trump of deliberately making the anti-ICE protests worse.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is accusing President Donald Trump of deliberately making the anti-ICE protests worse.
Galveston Co. discovery: Bride-to-be loses engagement ring, later located thanks to FOX 26 and Galveston Club
Bride-to-be Madison McClintock was celebrating her bachelorette party on Bolivar Peninsula over the weekend. She and the bridesmaids were having the time of their lives on a giant float, right off the beach. As Madison jumped off the raft, the chain holding her cherished cross and brand-new engagement ring slipped into the dark water.
Bride-to-be Madison McClintock was celebrating her bachelorette party on Bolivar Peninsula over the weekend. She and the bridesmaids were having the time of their lives on a giant float, right off the beach. As Madison jumped off the raft, the chain holding her cherished cross and brand-new engagement ring slipped into the dark water.
Harris County crash: 12-year-old killed in hit-and-run while riding bike
An investigation is underway following an auto-pedestrian crash in Harris County on Tuesday evening that turned deadly, officials said.
An investigation is underway following an auto-pedestrian crash in Harris County on Tuesday evening that turned deadly, officials said.
Brookshire police officer investigated after shooting, killing stray dog at city park while kids were playing
A Brookshire police officer is under investigation after firing several shots, hitting and killing a dog neighbors believe was dumped at a city park with her two puppies.
A Brookshire police officer is under investigation after firing several shots, hitting and killing a dog neighbors believe was dumped at a city park with her two puppies.
Woman who lost engagement ring in Galveston has it returned following search
A woman celebrating her engagement loses her ring in Galveston and with the help of the Galveston Island Treasure Club and FOX 26, we've got a happy ending. FOX 26's Darlene Janik Faires has more.
A woman celebrating her engagement loses her ring in Galveston and with the help of the Galveston Island Treasure Club and FOX 26, we've got a happy ending. FOX 26's Darlene Janik Faires has more.
Brookshire police officer under investigation
A Brookshire Police officer is under investigation tonight after firing several shots, hitting and killing a dog in the neighborhood. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke with witnesses about what they saw.
A Brookshire Police officer is under investigation tonight after firing several shots, hitting and killing a dog in the neighborhood. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke with witnesses about what they saw.
TEA releases STAAR test results
The Texas Education Agency has released this year's STAAR test results. And it's a mix of report card for high schoolers all across the state. Some scores are up, others dip slightly, and the conversation around testing in Texas is far from over.
The Texas Education Agency has released this year's STAAR test results. And it's a mix of report card for high schoolers all across the state. Some scores are up, others dip slightly, and the conversation around testing in Texas is far from over.