Texas school voucher applications opening soon
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Applications for Texas’ new school voucher program are set to open in early February. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle looks at the major cities with the most private schools and vendors signed up for the funding, why some are against the program, and how parents can apply.

Walz, Frey to be investigated for allegedly impeding law enforcement: Report

Federal prosecutors are likely to investigate both Gov. Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey for allegedly impeding law enforcement efforts in the wake of Operation Metro Surge.

Texas HS officer testifies in Uvalde shooting trial
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A Texas DPS officer in the Homeland Security division spoke Friday in the trial for Adrian Gonzales, a former officer for Uvalde CISD, where he's accused of abandoning the victims of the Robb Elementary School mass shooting. 

Recall alerts issued for cheese, baby products: What to know
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In the consumer news you need to know today, recalls have been issued for certain cheese products as well as some baby items. Plus, Spotify is raising its prices again.

Report: Woman dead after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida

A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.

Simple Habits to Build Resilience | Chattin' with Chelsea
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Melodrama Boutique owner, Jackie Adams shares how her extraordinary strength and resilience turned her company. Plus, Dr. Lamell McMorris, author or The Power to Persist dives into simple habits for building lifelong resilience and persevering through difficult times.

Mayor John Whitmire on the historic MLK Unity Parade
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire joins the Morning Show to share the importance of combining two Martin Luther King Jr. parades, the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade, after decades of separation.

Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them? 

Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators

Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.

Viral ‘Door Kick' TikTok challenge raises concerns in Houston

A viral TikTok challenge is raising concerns in Houston after children were caught on camera kicking in the front door of a home in the Heights neighborhood.

Houston celebrates first unified MLK Parade
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For the first time in three decades Houstonians will witness one unified MLK Day Parade on Monday. FOX 26's Isiah Carey spoke with Houston Mayor John Whitmire about the long road to get to this point. 

Viral door kick challenge sparks safety fears
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A viral TikTok challenge is raising concern here in Houston. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann explains. 

HISD Magnet programs on the chopping block
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Fireworks at a Houston ISD School Board meeting on Thursday evening. The Board of Managers heard from the public about proposed changes that could shape the district. At the center of the debate - a plan to close and relocate Magnet and Career and Technical Programs across several high schools. 

Stolen car crashes into other vehicles in Highland Village
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A stolen vehicle crashed into several vehicles in Highland Village causing damage. FOX 26's Karys Belger has more. 

Deadly deputy-involved shooting under investigation
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An investigation is ongoing following a deadly deputy-involved shooting in East Harris County on Thursday evening. FOX 26's Randy Wallace has the latest. 

Texas deputies rush 18-month-old to hospital
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Two deputies with the Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office are being recognized for helping to save the life of an 18-month-old child.

Man shot, killed by deputies in Channelview, officials say

Authorities are currently on the scene following a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon.

Houston-area rideshare drivers accused of assaulting passengers
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An operation focused on crime during rideshares has led to charges against four Houston-area men. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez explains the allegations and the operations.

Iran protests appear smothered amid crackdown
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FOX News' Trey Yingst reports the latest following the protests in Iran and why some say they're expecting more protests in the near future.