Houston religion scholar speaks on first American-born pope
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Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, makes history as the first American-born pope. Dr. Craig Considine from Rice University joined FOX 26 to explain the meaning behind the pope's name and the issues he may focus on the most.

Teen killed after series of shootings involving two groups then off-duty officer
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Officials say an off-duty officer shot at two teens who were in his backyard as they were running from another shooting. Family members of the teen who died spoke to FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann about what led up to the initial shooting.

Cardinal Robert Prevost makes history as first American-born pope
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The College of Cardinals elected Cardinal Robert Prevost, 69, to become the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church. FOX's Connor Hansen shares celebrations from the U.S. Meanwhile, FOX 26's Jade Flury and Leslie DelasBour checked out reactions from Houston.

Body cam: Houston police chase ends with 3 arrested; officer fires gun
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The Houston Police Department released body worn camera video of an officer-involved shooting incident in the 6200 block of Lyons Avenue on April 10. Police say the incident began when officers located a reported stolen vehicle in the 6200 block of Lyons Avenue. The driver drove the car towards the officers, police say, and one officer fired his weapon multiple times. Neither the suspects nor the officers were injured. Police say the driver then led officers on a pursuit before the vehicle became disabled in the 7600 block of Wallisville Road. Three men were arrested.

Robert Prevost becomes 1st American to be Pope: Here's why there are few non-European pontiffs

Robert Prevost's election as the new pope marks the first time a person from the United States was selected as the head of the Roman Catholic faith. Here's what to know about where previous popes came from, and why an American pontiff was considered to be unlikely, until now.

Pope Leo XIV addresses the world
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American Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as pope. He is taking the name Pope Leo XIV. He delivers an address

American Robert Prevost elected new pope
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Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church. He'll take the name Pope Leo XIV.

Centerpoint installs weather stations | Forecasting with Friends
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FOX 26 Meteorologist Allison Gargaro talks with Matt Lanza from CenterPoint about more than 100 weather stations installed in strategic locations across a 12-county area.

FULL: President Trump announces new trade deal with UK
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Thursday morning at the White House, President Donald Trump addressed the press about a new trade deal with the United Kingdom.

New Pope Elected: White smoke appears at Sistine Chapel
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White smoke finally billowed from the Sistine Chapel on Thursday afternoon, signaling to the world that the papal conclave has chosen a new pope to succeed Pope Francis, who died last month. The College of Cardinals is expected to shortly reveal the name of the person who will become the next leader of the worldwide Catholic Church and he'll make his first appearance on the balcony of St. Peter's. The election came one day after the papal conclave began on May 7.

Teen killed, 1injured in shooting involving off-duty officer
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Two teenagers were injured in a shooting that involved an off-duty officer in Harris County. It's not known if they were shot by the officer or in a shooting prior to the incident.

Texas move to stop widow, widowers insurance penalty
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The Texas legislature is close to passing a new law to stop widows and widowers from facing higher insurance premiums. FOX 26's Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has an update.

President Trump announces US, UK trade deal
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Breaking this morning, President Trump announcing a trade deal with the United States and the UK. The president confirming on social media the United States and the UK will announce a major trade deal he describes as "full and comprehensive". It is the first trade deal since the president's tariffs rolled out last month.

Disney World trip leaves Florida dad stunned after $1,400 price tag for day at theme park

A Florida father is speaking out after a one-day visit to Orlando's Walt Disney World with his wife and three children cost nearly $1,400 — a price he says may not be worth it.

Houston family reflects on verdict in Florida artist’s killing

Chris Tritico says justice brings relief—but not closure—after the man who killed his daughter Maria was found guilty this week.