New UH institute to ramp up access to healthcare technology

Researchers are developing wearable sensors, AI-driven apps, and portable devices to improve access for rural areas, older adults, and patients with chronic disease.

New University of Houston institute to focus on digital healthcare
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The University of Houston is launching a new institute to help connect people with advanced healthcare devices. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson got a look inside the upcoming Institute for Digital Healthcare Transformation.

University of Houston student says financial aid change left her scrambling before fall semester

A University of Houston student says she is searching for new ways to pay for school after learning that a state grant she expected to receive will no longer be available as a separate financial aid program.

Amazon to issue tariff refunds to some customers: What we know

Amazon’s CFO says the company will pass down a “limited” portion of the $600 million it’s received in tariff refunds to customers.

Family of man killed in Houston police chase calls for transparency
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Before Houston Police released bodycam footage tied to a deadly police chase, the family of the man killed was calling for the department to be more transparent about what happened. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez shares what police and the man's family had to say on Friday.

Houston Police footage of deadly July chase
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Houston Police shared bodycam footage regarding the July 1 chase on Highway 6 that resulted in one person being struck by a police vehicle. NOTE: This video may be difficult for some to watch. Viewer discretion is advised.

Study accuses Amazon, Walmart of deceiving shoppers with false 'Made in USA' claims

AI shopping assistants can often detect ‌when "Made in USA" product labels are falsely labeled, but Amazon and Walmart are not using that technology to crack down on the listings, according to a new study.

Netflix sued for $105M after Nicolas Cage WWII thriller goes missing, exposing leak risks

Netflix has been sued for allegedly losing an unencrypted copy of a $45 million Nicolas Cage thriller that took seven years to produce, exposing the unreleased film to potential piracy and leaks.

Elon Musk launches bank-like X Money, with 'X'-branded debit cards

X is taking a major step into personal finance with X Money, where users get a “X"-branded Visa debit card that they can use at ATMs, and a feature that allows them to make money transfers.

TikTok influencer who accused estranged husband of pedophilia found dead in possible murder-suicide

TikTok influencer Sara Gilson, also known as Sara Duffey, posted weeks ago alleging that her husband was a pedophile. The estranged couple has since been found shot to death in the woman's Oklahoma home in what is reportedly believed to have been a murder-suicide.

One suspect arrested in deadly double shooting
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Angel Javier Rodriguez has been charged with Capital Murder in connection with this morning’s double homicide in the 200 block of W. Canino Road. He’s been booked in the Harris County Jail.

Meet some of the Coogs in UH football

Get to know two new key UH athletes from the transfer portal and a familiar defensive playmaker who is headed into his senior season.

UH Get to Know: Shadre Hurst
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FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. chats with senior UH transfer and offensive guard Shadre Hurst.

UH Get to Know: Brandon Mack
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FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. speaks with University of Houston Senior and Jack, Brandon Mack.

UH Get to Know: Ashton Porter
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FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr speaks with Houston University Junior and Defensive Lineman Ashton Porter