Backpacks no longer allowed at Minute Maid Park

HOUSTON (FOX 26) — As of Monday, March 25, visitors to Minute Maid Park will not be allowed to bring backpacks into the venue, based on Houston Astros security policies. 

Festivities for Houston Astros home opener

The Houston Astros are back at Minute Maid Park for their season home opener against the Oakland Athletics.

Tebow goes 0 for 4 in Triple-A debut for NY Mets farm team

Tim Tebow has gone hitless in his Triple-A debut for the Syracuse Mets. The former NFL quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner was 0 for 4 on Thursday for the top minor league affiliate of the New York Mets. He struck out twice and grounded out twice against the Pawtucket Red Sox.

Texas Fishing Report

The weekly fishing report as compiled for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for April 3 and also available on the internet at http://www.txfishing.com : CENTRAL AUSTIN: Water lightly stained; 69-76 degrees; 0.74' low. Black bass are fair to good on Texas rigs, Senkos and chatterbaits. Sunfish are fair on red wigglers and corn. Catfish are fair to good on cut or live baitfish and...

That Kid's Got Game: Girl, 9, introduced to jiu-jitsu by dad after being bullied, submits larger boy

A Texas father wanted to teach his nine-year-old daughter self-defense after she was being bullied in a lower grade. In the process, the “Mayan Warrior” from San Antonio found Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has since won pro-level tournaments and defeated boy’s bigger than her in submissions-only tournaments. 

Houston Astros to honor late George H.W. Bush, Barbara Bush on Opening Day

The Houston Astros will pay tribute to longtime fans former President George H.W. Bush and his wife Barbara before their season opener against the Oakland Athletics Friday, April 5 at Minute Maid Park.

Reports: Alliance of American Football to suspend operations

(FOX BUSINESS) - The Alliance of American Football will cease all football operations on Tuesday, ending its inaugural season with several weeks still remaining on the schedule, according to multiple reports.

Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin announces he is cancer free

After testing for throat cancer last week, pro football Hall of Famer  and Dallas Cowboy legend Michael Irvin has announced he is cancer free.

Bayou City Buzz - Clint Capela's CC15 Foundation

He is powerful and confident on the court, but you would never know that times were not always easy for Houston Rockets center Clint Capela. He grew up in a single parent home and at times, even lived in a foster home. 

Retired Clear Lake basketball coach receives Morgan Wootten Award

Former Clear Lake High School coach Bill Krueger was honored in Atlanta when he was presented with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame 2019 Morgan Wootten Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Watch party for Cougars in Sweet 16 for first time in 35 years

HOUSTON (FOX 26) — No matter where you are in the city of Houston, if you sit silently for a few seconds, you can probably hear University of Houston Cougars men's basketball team fans. The NCAA Sweet 16 games begin on Friday night with a major watch party on the UH campus.

Texas Rangers begin final season in Globe Life Park

The Texas Rangers began their final season at Globe Life Park on Thursday with nice weather, but some hiccups for fans trying to get inside the ballpark.

Verlander leads Astros past Rays 5-1 on Opening Day

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Justin Verlander outpitched Blake Snell in a rare opening-day matchup between a reigning Cy Young Award winner and runner-up, helping the Houston Astros begin the season Thursday with a 5-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Andre Johnson to be inducted to Texas Sports Hall of Fame

Former Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson will be inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame this weekend.