Returning holiday gifts? Some retailers have changed their return policies

Before you head to the return counter with the gift you received, be aware some stores have new return policies and a few of them will charge you a fee.

Electrical safety during the holiday season
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If you've decked your halls with lights, candles, or a Christmas tree, the U.S. Fire Administration warns that 156,000 fires happen each holiday season, often from dry trees or faulty wiring. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services on ways to keep your holiday decor safe.

Holiday return policies you should know
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If you're thinking of returning some of the gifts you received this holiday sense, it's important to keep in mind the policies in place. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has details on store changes and what to know.

Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas wins $1.817 billion jackpot

Someone who bought a lottery ticket in Arkansas will most likely have a very memorable Christmas Day, as that ticket won the $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot during the drawing on Christmas Eve.

Harris County deputy speaks on saving woman from overturned vehicle
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The Harris County Precinct 8 Constable's Office shared footage pf a deputy saving a woman from an overturned vehicle just before it caught fire. FOX 26's Karys Belger spoke one-on-one with the deputy.

Adjustable speed limits popping up on Texas highways

The new additions are the result of legislation that was put in place largely due to a massive pileup during inclement weather in Fort Worth in 2021.

ATM dragged through storefront in failed Christmas Eve robbery

Police are asking for the public’s help to identify two men who tried to steal an ATM on Christmas Eve by dragging it from a store with a metal cable.

More Epstein files released
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FOX 26's Caroline Collins breaks down the second batch of Epstein files released by the Department of Justice.

Family pleads for help finding woman last seen in Houston
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An El Paso family is pleading for Houstonians to help them find their missing daughter, who officials say has been missing for about two weeks. 

Extra security measures for holiday shopping in Harris County
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As Harris County authorities work to prevent crime against holiday shoppers, they're reminding the shoppers themselves on how to stay safe. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke to Precinct 4 law enforcement on what they're doing and they say shoppers can do to stay protected. 

Acres Homes senior community residents speak on complications surrounding broken elevator
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Senior community residents in Houston's Acres Homes are sounding off on why a longtime broken elevator is making them frustrated. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to residents and reached out to management for comment.

Food dumped ahead of Christmas Eve Super Feast in Houston
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A Houston organization is turning to Houstonians for help after they say city health officials threw out large amounts of food ahead of an event meant to feed thousands of people. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke to the organizers.

Texas rep. responds to complaints of broken elevator at Houston senior center
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The Texas representative for a district in Houston was called to a senior living complex after complaints of their elevator being broken for weeks. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to a representative and a woman who called first responders to help her mother at the complex.

City Wide Club speaks on food dumped before Houston Super Feast | Full press conference
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The City Wide Club of America says a "significant amount of food" was thrown out by Houston health officials one night before their Christmas Eve Super Feast. Organizers spoke to media shortly after the announcement.

Galveston Bay plane crash: Final victim's body recovered
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The Mexican Navy confirmed that a sixth body has been found following Monday's plane crash at Galveston Bay. FOX 26's Karys Belger shares the update.