Department of Education sued by states over new loan forgiveness rule
The Education Department recently announced specific guidelines employers must meet under an amended rule to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Trump says in Truth Social post that SNAP benefits won't be paid until shutdown ends
President Trump said in a Truth Social post Tuesday that SNAP benefits won’t be paid until the government reopen.
Dick Cheney, influential vice president under George W. Bush, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, who served as the 46th vice president of the United States and played a key role in shaping post-9/11 foreign policy, has died 84. He was known as one of the most influential and controversial figures in modern American politics.
First interview with Erika Kirk, widow of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, airs Wednesday on FOX News
The first interview with Erika Kirk, widow of Turning Point USA CEO and founder Charlie Kirk, airs on "Jesse Watters Primetime," on Wednesday, Nov. 5.
Voting in Texas: Races to watch across the state
Texans are heading to the polls Tuesday for an off-year election featuring two high-stakes special races and a lengthy slate of proposed changes to the state constitution.
Election Day 2025: Polls now open for voters
The polls are now open for voters. Voters have numerous items to cast their vote on.
November 4 Election Day 2025: What you need to know
Voters head to polls Tuesday in America’s first major election with key races in several states, including New Jersey and Virginia.
Texas Election Day 2025: Houston-area voting guide: Polling locations, sample ballots
The Texas Election Day guide for Nov. 4, 2025, including where to vote, what's on the ballot, what time polls are open, how to check if you are registered to vote and more.
Proposition 3: Texans will decide if bond should be denied for defendants charged with certain crimes
Proposition 3 would allow judges to deny bond to defendants charged with certain violent or sexual offenses.
Bail reform on Texas election 2025 ballot
Proposition 3 would allow Texas judges to deny bond to defendants charged with certain violent or sexual offenses. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke to supporters and opposers of the proposition.
Election Day 2025: What to know about California's Prop 50
The outcome of the election could determine which party wins control of the House.
Government shutdown news: Partial SNAP funding; airports impacted
The Trump administration says it'll partially fund SNAP benefits after two judges ordered them to do so during the government shutdown. Meanwhile, FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann gets a look at the shutdown's impact at Houston's Bush Airport where staffing shortages have led to growing wait times.
Government shutdown impacts, Texas elections, Houston sports, and more
The FOX 26 News team gives the top afternoon reports from Houston and beyond for November 3, 2025.
What Harris County voters need to know for Election Day 2025
Election Day is Tuesday in Texas. Here's everything voters in Harris County need to know.
Dallas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett considers bid for U.S. Senate
Recent polling shows Crockett with a potential early lead in the crowded Democratic primary field.
Red, White & Brews: Travis McGee
Community organizer Travis McGee talks with host Greg Groogan on "Red, White & Brews".
SNAP benefits latest: Trump administration says partial funding coming
The Trump administration said Monday afternoon that it will partially fund SNAP, though details about the timeline for cards reloading and the amount were still unclear.
Trump '60 Minutes' interview: Here's what happened
Trump returned to “60 Minutes” for the first time after settling a lawsuit against the newsmagazine. Here's what he said on some topics, from testing nuclear weapons to grocery prices.
Looking for food assistance? What to know about TEFAP
You may have seen posts on social media recommending people turn to another USDA food program called TEFAP for food assistance. But what you need to know is that TEFAP doesn’t work the same way as SNAP benefits.
TSA wait times at Houston airports growing
Travelers are being advised to arrive early at Houston airports due to longer than usual wait times to get through TSA security checkpoints.