Houstonians excited for 2016 after city was selected to host 2026 FIFA World Cup
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez caught up with excited residents after Houston was selected as one of 16 host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mayor Turner overjoyed Houston will be a host city for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Houston was selected as one of 16 cities to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman shows how overjoyed Mayor Sylvester Turner was at the news!
Arizona volleyball player's honesty loses team the game, but wins the respect of her family, peers
An Arizona volleyball player's honesty about a bad call from the referee loses her team the game, but ultimately wins the respect of her family and teammates.
FIFA to announce 2026 World Cup host cities, Houston in consideration
On Thursday, FIFA is expected to announce which cities will host matches for the 2026 World Cup.
Brittney Griner's detention in Russia extended for third time
U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner will remain in Russian custody through at least July 2 after her detention was extended for a third time.
Every MLS match to air on Apple TV starting in 2023
Officials with Major League Soccer announced on Tuesday a long-term deal to air all of its matches on Apple TV, starting next season.
Houston hosts first-ever US Men's National Cricket team's international games
The International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 series is being hosted at Moosa Stadium in Pearland from May 28th through June 16th, 2022.
University of Houston to join Big 12 in July 2023
The University of Houston is leaving the American Athletic Conference to join the Big 12! That means the Cougars are going to be playing other Texas teams they have not before like Texas Tech and TCU.
Guardian Caps: NFL requires use of helmet cover at training camps to reduce head injuries
“The cap provided that extra layer of protection you needed during practice. The last thing you want is to lose players to head injuries during practice,” one NFL player said.
PGA Tour: Saudi-paid players including Phil Mickelson no longer eligible for tour
LIV Golf, run by golf legend Greg Norman and funded by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, responded to the PGA Tour's decision by calling it “vindictive and divisive.”
Simone Biles, others seek $1B-plus from FBI over Nassar
Former Olympic gymnasts, including gold medalist Simone Biles, are among dozens of assault victims who are seeking more than $1 billion from the FBI for failing to stop sports doctor Larry Nassar, lawyers said Wednesday.
Colorado Avalanche sweep Edmonton Oilers, advance to Stanley Cup Final
The Colorado Avalanche head back to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2001. They will take on the winner of the Eastern Conference final between the New York Rangers and the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning.
Iditarod dog found safe 3 months after disappearing from race checkpoint
Leon, a sled dog, went missing while racing The Iditarod in Alaska in March. He was expected to see a veterinarian and eventually fly back to France.
Ex-MMA trainer fights kangaroo that attacked his dogs in wild video
The Australian man suffered injuries to his head, leg and arm and said the kangaroo tried to go after his dogs again after he and the animal battled.
Vigil tonight calling for release of Brittney Griner, WNBA star detained in Russia for more than 100 days
A vigil calling for Brittney Griner's release from Russian detainment is set for Monday at 6 p.m. outside Toyota Center in downtown Houston, where Griner is from.
Joe Girardi fired by Phillies, replaced by Rob Thomson
The Philadelphia Phillies have relieved Joe Girardi of his managerial duties and appointed Rob Thomson as interim manager for the remainder of the season.
Road to Qatar: USMNT matches leading up to the World Cup
FOX 26's Nate Griffin talks with FOX Sports lead match analyst Stu Holden talks about the upcoming matches.
Astros' Yordan Alvarez signs six-year contract worth $115 million, source says
Yordan Alvarez signs six-year contract with Houston Astros worth $115 million, an MLB source tells FOX 26 Sports.
Kids who play team sports are less likely to have mental health issues, study suggests
“The results of this study, coupled with previous research findings, suggest that participation in organized team sport may be a useful medium through which to promote child and adolescent mental health,” the researcher said.
Former Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson facing lawsuit from 23rd massage therapist
Another massage therapist has filed a civil lawsuit against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, raising the number of women who have accused him of sexual misconduct to 23.



















