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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. chats with senior UH transfer and offensive guard Shadre Hurst.
FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. chats with senior UH transfer and offensive guard Shadre Hurst.
UH Get to Know: Brandon Mack
FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. speaks with University of Houston Senior and Jack, Brandon Mack.
FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr. speaks with University of Houston Senior and Jack, Brandon Mack.
UH Get to Know: Ashton Porter
FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr speaks with Houston University Junior and Defensive Lineman Ashton Porter
FOX 26's Lenard Davis Jr speaks with Houston University Junior and Defensive Lineman Ashton Porter
San Antonio native Kingston Flemings drafted by Atlanta Hawks after stellar Houston season
University of Houston freshman guard Kingston Flemings has been selected eighth overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Draft after earning All-American honors and leading the Cougars to the Sweet 16.
University of Houston freshman guard Kingston Flemings has been selected eighth overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Draft after earning All-American honors and leading the Cougars to the Sweet 16.
Illinois stuns Houston 65-55 in Sweet 16, faces Iowa in South Region Final
The No. 3 seed Illinois Fighting Illini advanced to the Elite Eight by stifling the No. 2 seed Houston Cougars in a 65-55 defensive victory during the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
The No. 3 seed Illinois Fighting Illini advanced to the Elite Eight by stifling the No. 2 seed Houston Cougars in a 65-55 defensive victory during the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
4 Texas teams make it to Sweet 16 round of NCAA Tournament
Four Texas teams have advanced to the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA college basketball tournament.
Four Texas teams have advanced to the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA college basketball tournament.
Houston moves on to second round of NCAA Tournament after defeating Idaho 78-45
Houston overwhelmed Idaho in a dominant first-round performance, beating the Vandals 78-45.
Houston overwhelmed Idaho in a dominant first-round performance, beating the Vandals 78-45.
Houston Cougars face first three-game losing streak since 2017
After three straight losses and a dip in the AP rankings, the Houston Cougars are at a crossroads. From three-point shooting slumps to rotation fatigue, we break down why Coach Sampson isn't hitting the panic button just yet—and how a defensive reset could save their season before the Big 12 tournament.
After three straight losses and a dip in the AP rankings, the Houston Cougars are at a crossroads. From three-point shooting slumps to rotation fatigue, we break down why Coach Sampson isn't hitting the panic button just yet—and how a defensive reset could save their season before the Big 12 tournament.
UH Police investigate aggravated robbery near campus housing
UH police are investigating an aggravated robbery at Bayou Oaks near campus. Students say they’ve been concerned about crime at the complex for months.
UH police are investigating an aggravated robbery at Bayou Oaks near campus. Students say they’ve been concerned about crime at the complex for months.
Could this have been prevented? Satellite tech shows I-10 ground was shifting long before sinkhole opened
While the immediate fix is underway for the sinkhole on Houston's East Freeway, researchers at UH are providing a perspective on the disaster and what caused it.
While the immediate fix is underway for the sinkhole on Houston's East Freeway, researchers at UH are providing a perspective on the disaster and what caused it.
Houston freeway sinkhole possibly tied to years-long ground shift
As TxDOT works to reopen the part of the East Freeway impacted by a sinkhole, a UH associate professor says the sinkhole may be tied to a years-long ground shift. He shares his research with FOX 26's Sherman Desselle.
As TxDOT works to reopen the part of the East Freeway impacted by a sinkhole, a UH associate professor says the sinkhole may be tied to a years-long ground shift. He shares his research with FOX 26's Sherman Desselle.
Coach Sampson: "We are poor," warns budget limits Houston’s recruiting reach
University of Houston basketball coach Kelvin Sampson didn't hold back after the Cougars' recent win. While the team is ranked among the best in the nation, Sampson says their bank account tells a different story. "We have a very poor athletic department," Sampson said. "We were poor when I got here, and we’re still poor."
University of Houston basketball coach Kelvin Sampson didn't hold back after the Cougars' recent win. While the team is ranked among the best in the nation, Sampson says their bank account tells a different story. "We have a very poor athletic department," Sampson said. "We were poor when I got here, and we’re still poor."
New England Patriots beat Houston Texans 28-16 to advance to the 2026 AFC Championship Game
The New England Patriots advanced to the AFC Championship Game by defeating the Houston Texans 28-16, overcoming a turnover-heavy game behind a dominant defense and key fourth-quarter scoring.
The New England Patriots advanced to the AFC Championship Game by defeating the Houston Texans 28-16, overcoming a turnover-heavy game behind a dominant defense and key fourth-quarter scoring.
Armed robbery reported on UH campus, suspect demanded CashApp transaction
The University of Houston Police Department reported an armed suspect robbed a female on campus early Wednesday morning.
The University of Houston Police Department reported an armed suspect robbed a female on campus early Wednesday morning.
Huntsville ISD coach hired as UH football strength, performance coach
Now former Huntsville ISD Coach Bennie Wylie has been announced as UH's new Director of Football Strength & Performance. This comes months after previous director Kurt Hester passed away.
Now former Huntsville ISD Coach Bennie Wylie has been announced as UH's new Director of Football Strength & Performance. This comes months after previous director Kurt Hester passed away.
Houston Cougars outlast LSU Tigers in Texas Bowl
A late-game touchdown wasn't enough to push LSU (7-6) past the University of Houston (10-3) at the Texas Bowl in Houston on Saturday night, with the Cougars pulling out a 38-35 win against the Tigers.
A late-game touchdown wasn't enough to push LSU (7-6) past the University of Houston (10-3) at the Texas Bowl in Houston on Saturday night, with the Cougars pulling out a 38-35 win against the Tigers.