Houston father who defied odds now dealing with his son's death
At 15 he had his son. Both ended up seniors at the same time, one in high school, and one in law school. Days after the dad passed the bar however, his son passed away.
Houston ISD student saves teacher who had a heart attack in the classroom
A student returns the favor for a coach & teacher who has been there for him over the years. Now both say the other "saved my life".
Famous 'Good Times' painting bought by Houston man for $15 million, now on display at MFAH
The painting from Good Times is just about as memorable as the show's theme song. Certainly you know the artwork displayed in the credits of the 1970's sitcom. Now you can see it in person at Houston's Fine Arts Museum.
Yates HS grads coming together for a teacher who has been a father figure for decades
He's been much more than a photography teacher to his students. Now, they hope to help him.
Houston mayor shares childhood reading struggles to help promote literacy
Children who don't have books read to them are more likely to become adults who are unemployed, homeless, or incarcerated. Wednesday was Houston Reads Day. Some area leaders and athletes read to students at school.
Houston attorney makes history as first woman, Black chair at South Texas College of Law
A Houston attorney has made history after being appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors at her alma mater.
Harris Co. Constables give $5,000 to mother of the 11-year-old killed as his death hits hearts across the US
The community is coming together to support loved ones of 11 year old Darius Dugas who was shot and killed outside his own apartment on Thursday.
FREE Black History events happening every weekend in Houston during February
FOX 26 is celebrating Black History Month by highlighting places in Houston, where you can see and support Black Excellence.
Senior who uses machete, shovel to fight rats and snakes inside her home gets help
Help has arrived for a Houston senior citizen who has such a bad infestation of rodents and snakes she walked around her house with weapons to fight them off.
10-year-old Houston cancer patient sworn-in by dozens of law enforcement agencies
Devarjaye Daniel, a 10-year-old Houston cancer patient, became an honorary police officer for 35 law enforcement agencies in Brazoria County on Wednesday, getting closer to his goal of 100!
Houston area brothers raising money for charity exceed goal in 2 months
In this Positively Houston, we're introduced to two brothers who absolutely love being outdoors, playing sports and they want the kiddos at Ronald McDonald House Houston to have the same experience.
Black-owned Super Market opens in Houston on Black Friday
Meet Robert Thomas the owner of District Market Green Grocer, a black-owned supermarket right here in Houston.
Clothed by Faith sharing clothes, shoes with those in need this holiday season
Wouldn’t it be nice to simply reach for a rack and have a semi-shopping spree at your fingertips? Well, that’s sort of what’s happening in several schools as complete closets are being set up so students in need can shop without paying a dime.
Astros player and his wife turning the baseball diamond into a field of dreams
When it comes to the Astros, what if I tell you we already know who the winner is even before the final game? How you might ask? Well, in this Positively Houston, we are happy to announce the winners are all of the Houstonians on the receiving end of the many charities the Astros players and their wives contribute to.
Houston group using videos to expose exploiters who prey on children
New video curriculum is teaching kids the tricks predators use to recruit children into sex trafficking.
'It's an answered prayer,' Father and son meet for the first time thanks to a Houston Police Officer
A Houston Police Officer has gone above and beyond the call of duty. As FOX 26’s Damali Keith tells us he’s not only protecting and serving but also making dreams come true.
Houstonians with disabilities are learning to be more independent
A local woman is working to ensure those with disabilities are able to eliminate the word "can't" from their vocabulary by teaching them certain skills to make them more independent.
Animals that survived Hurricane Ida now available for adoption in Houston
Houston rescue teams are coming together to evacuate animals stuck in hurricane-ravaged Louisiana. Others are taking food and supplies to pets and livestock still in the state.
Santa Fe High School mass shooting survivor now a freshman at Harvard University
She was a freshman at Santa Fe High School when a gunman opened fire in a deadly school shooting. Now, Jai Gillard, one of the survivors, is a freshman at Harvard.
Random Acts of Kindness being performed in honor of teen killed in road rage shooting after Astros game
Remembering David Castro, a kind kid who's light continues to shine bright as he leaves a legacy of love.