Former tennis star overcomes traumatic brain injury after told he wouldn't walk, talk again
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Kel Mabatah, 36, was attacked and beaten during a visit to see family in Nigeria but after four brain surgeries and years of intense therapy with teammates at Memorial Hermann after doctors initially told him he may never walk or talk again.

Qatar bans alcohol sales at World Cup stadiums in about-face

The decision comes only two days before games start in Qatar and raised questions about how much control FIFA retains over its tournament.

How to watch the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Houston

You can watch the 2022 World Cup for free on FOX 26, but also on FOX Sports, FS1, and Tubi. Here’s how to see every match on your TV, phone, or computer.

2022 FIFA World Cup: What stadiums in Qatar will host the games?

With the 2022 FIFA World Cup quickly approaching, there are several stadiums that will be used throughout the tournament in the country of Qatar. Here's a look at where the games will be played.

Philander Smith College makes volleyball history
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A 23-year-old who graduated from St. Pius in Houston is making history coaching volleyball in Arkansas. FOX 26?s Nate Griffin speaks with Philander Smith College head volleyball coach Kayla Black.

World Cup 2022: Conservative Qatar prepares for world's biggest party

Human rights groups have raised concerns over how police will deal with violations of Islamic laws criminalizing public drunkenness and homosexuality.

US Men?s National Team to compete in 2022 FIFA World Cup for first time since 2014
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FOX 26 is your home for the 2022 World Cup and the U.S. Men?s National Team is hard at work preparing as we count down the days until the matches start Sunday when Qatar takes on Ecuador, but on Monday, Team USA will kick off its World Cup Run with a match against Wales.

World Cup 2022: Houston Dynamo, Dash to host watch parties for fans

Attendees can win prizes like autographed memorabilia, bobbleheads, and tote bags at their watch parties as well as get a chance to meet Houston Dynamo and Dash legends, coaches, and staff.

Houston Rockets Legend, former UH Cougar Elvin Hayes honored with proclamation at City Hall
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Mayor Sylvester Turner proclaimed November 18 as Elvin Hayes Day in Houston. That?s when the Houston Rockets will retire his #44 jersey during a special halftime ceremony at their game against Indiana.

USMNT members honored with 'Ted Lasso' billboards in hometowns

Billboards arose across the country with personalized messages of encouragement to USMNT members from everyone's favorite fictional soccer coach, Ted Lasso.

Fans thrilled to see Astros? Jeremy Pe?a working Raising Cane?s drive-thru
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Fans wrapped around the restaurant waiting for hours to meet Astros star Jeremy Pe?a, who worked the drive-thru window at Raising Cane's in southeast Houston.

Houston Astros fan waits 36 hours to meet Jose Altuve
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Astros fan Liza Valverde chose not to ring the bell following her last cancer treatment, but instead, she rushed to be the first one in line to meet Jose Altuve at his autograph signing. She also waited 36 hours in line to make her dream come true of meeting her favorite player.

Justin Verlander declines $25M Houston Astros option, becomes free agent

Justin Verlander declined a $25 million option with the Houston Astros to become a free agent on Thursday, five days after helping the team with its second World Series title.