Houston Astros beat Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 for 12th straight win
Alex Bregman hit a game-ending two-run double with one out in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-4 Tuesday night to match a franchise record with their 12th straight win.
State Champion Elsik High School soccer team's diversity reflects World Cup
The World Cup showcases players from more than two dozen different countries. That diversity is represented in several of our local schools, but perhaps nowhere more than at Alief Elsik High School.
Mexican soccer fans' celebration trigger earthquake sensors
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Thousands of exuberant Mexican soccer fans took to the streets Sunday to cheer their national team's long-shot win against Germany in Mexico's first match of the 2018 World Cup soccer tournament.
Dustin Johnson has history on his side at the US Open
Dustin Johnson has history on his side going into the weekend at the U.S. Open.
Replica ring giveaway, $1 hot dog night during Astros 9-game homestand
The Houston Astros return to Houston to kick off a nine-game homestand on Monday with special events and giveaways to celebrate.
Soccer 101 - penalty cards
Stephen Morgan interviews Kenny Bundy.
Rice is hiring Tennessee Tech's Matt Bragga as baseball coach
Matt Bragga, head coach at Tennessee Tech, has been named the next head coach at Rice, Director of Athletics Joe Karlgaard announced Friday afternoon.
D-backs pitcher credits Trump with helping him meet his wife
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Clay Buchholz may keep his support for President Trump quiet, but he has a lot to thank him for. Buchholz, 33, revealed Wednesday that he credits Trump for giving him the opportunity to meet the woman he would eventually marry and have three children with.
Soccer 101 - penalty cards
Soccer 101 - penalty cards
Benardrick McKinney signs contract extension with Houston Texans
The Houston Texans signed fourth-year ILB Benardrick McKinney to a contract extension. While the team did not disclose the terms of the contract, FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman is reporting that McKinney has signed a five-year extension worth $50 million with $21 million guaranteed.
Plenty of run support for Verlander as Astros win over 7-3 Athletics
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Houston ace Justin Verlander made two mistakes, both resulting in home runs. The way the Astros are swinging the bats these days, it hardly mattered. Verlander pitched five-hit ball over seven innings and the Astros jumped out to another early lead, beating the Oakland Athletics 7-3 Thursday for their eighth straight win.
Three 2018 FIFA World Cup rivalries to watch
Everyone loves a good rivalry. It's the fire between opponents that keeps up coming back and in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, several teams headed to Russia have a contentious history on the pitch.
FIFA World Cup superstitions: Public urination, ghosts and more
Sometimes all you need is a little bit of luck.
Rice met with former Astros manager Bo Porter
Former Houston Astros manager Bo Porter has interviewed with Rice University as the school searches for a new baseball coach, according to Major League Baseball sources.
World Cup 2026 coming to Houston? City officials weigh in on economic benefits
The FIFA World Cup is officially coming to North America in 2026. Houston is one of 23 cities bidding to host some World Cup games. Only 16 cities from across Canada, Mexico and the US will be chosen for the 48-team tournament.
Teen athlete must decide between San Diego Padres, Alabama Crimson Tide
First on FOX 26 News, 18-year-old Dylan Smith faces a big decision. Does he sign a lucrative Major League Baseball contract with the San Diego Padres, the team that drafted him, or focus on college and becoming an engineer while playing ball at the University of Alabama?
North American trio beats Morocco to host 2026 World Cup
North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted for the financial and logistical certainty of a United States-led bid over a risky Moroccan proposal for the first 48-team tournament.
Four reasons why Americans should care about the 2018 FIFA World Cup
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is in Russia this year and the Americans won’t be there after they failed to qualify for the tournament.
Taco Bell giving away free tacos for Golden State Warriors win
Get ready taco lovers. Taco Bell's "Steal a Game, Steal a Taco" promotion has paid off for you in a big way.
North American trio beats Morocco to host 2026 World Cup
North America will host the 2026 World Cup after FIFA voters overwhelmingly opted for the financial and logistical certainty of a United States-led bid over a risky Moroccan proposal for the first 48-team tournament.