Papa John's cites NFL controversy in weak pizza sales growth

Papa John's cites NFL controversy in weak pizza sales growth

NEW YORK (AP) - Sales growth at Papa John's is slowing, and the pizza chain is blaming it on the outcry surrounding NFL players kneeling during the national anthem. The company, which is a sponsor and advertiser of the NFL, said customers have a negative view of the chain's association with the NFL. The company also cut its earnings growth expectations for the year and Papa John's...

NEW YORK (AP) - Sales growth at Papa John's is slowing, and the pizza chain is blaming it on the outcry surrounding NFL players kneeling during the national anthem. The company, which is a sponsor and advertiser of the NFL, said customers have a negative view of the chain's association with the NFL. The company also cut its earnings growth expectations for the year and Papa John's...

Astros fans return to Houston after Game 6 Mattress Mack ticket giveaway

Astros fans return to Houston after Game 6 Mattress Mack ticket giveaway

There are plenty of exhausted Astros fans and Houston first responders back in Houston on Wednesday morning, after their big trip to L.A. for Game 7. Houston's own Mattress Mack sent them to the West Coast for Game 6 of the World series.

There are plenty of exhausted Astros fans and Houston first responders back in Houston on Wednesday morning, after their big trip to L.A. for Game 7. Houston's own Mattress Mack sent them to the West Coast for Game 6 of the World series.

Ice cold "water boys" sing for Astros fans in L.A.

Ice cold "water boys" sing for Astros fans in L.A.

Step right up, come on in, folks! "It's the best in Hollywood...and it's only $1. Ice cold water for $1!" As die-hard Astros fans gear up for Game 7 at Dodgers stadium, some of them have hit the streets, to check out the sights and sounds of Los Angeles. 

Step right up, come on in, folks! "It's the best in Hollywood...and it's only $1. Ice cold water for $1!" As die-hard Astros fans gear up for Game 7 at Dodgers stadium, some of them have hit the streets, to check out the sights and sounds of Los Angeles. 

Dodgers beat Astros 3-1 in World Series Game 6

Dodgers beat Astros 3-1 in World Series Game 6

Justin Verlander held the possibility of a lifetime in his big, right paw. Totally in control, nursing a narrow lead, a most elusive World Series win getting closer and closer with each pitch. And just like that, it was all gone.

Justin Verlander held the possibility of a lifetime in his big, right paw. Totally in control, nursing a narrow lead, a most elusive World Series win getting closer and closer with each pitch. And just like that, it was all gone.

Controversial Colin Kaepernick costume prompts apology, debate about racism

Controversial Colin Kaepernick costume prompts apology, debate about racism

A police officer at Colin Kaepernick’s alma mater in Nevada dressed up as the former 49ers for Halloween, mocking his stance on the national anthem and wearing a hooked  nose that has prompted an apology from the school and calls of racism.

A police officer at Colin Kaepernick’s alma mater in Nevada dressed up as the former 49ers for Halloween, mocking his stance on the national anthem and wearing a hooked  nose that has prompted an apology from the school and calls of racism.

Jeff Luhnow prepares for World Series Game 6
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Jeff Luhnow prepares for World Series Game 6

FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman interviews Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow before World Series Game 6 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman interviews Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow before World Series Game 6 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

Jim Crane prepares for Game 6
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Jim Crane prepares for Game 6

FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman interviews Houston Astros owner Jim Crane before World Series Game 6 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman interviews Houston Astros owner Jim Crane before World Series Game 6 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

The Edge of Earned History: Astros take on Dodgers for Game 6

The Edge of Earned History: Astros take on Dodgers for Game 6

The Astros are ready to deliver a World Series championship to Houston, with Justin Verlander on the mound for Game 6 at Dodgers Stadium, starting at 7:20pm CST. Verlander's spelled victory for the Astros team since joining the team in a trade from the Tigers on August 31. The Astros are just now one win away from becoming World Series Champions, for the first time ever.

The Astros are ready to deliver a World Series championship to Houston, with Justin Verlander on the mound for Game 6 at Dodgers Stadium, starting at 7:20pm CST. Verlander's spelled victory for the Astros team since joining the team in a trade from the Tigers on August 31. The Astros are just now one win away from becoming World Series Champions, for the first time ever.

Houston Dynamo, Portland Timbers play to 0-0 draw in West semifinals

Houston Dynamo, Portland Timbers play to 0-0 draw in West semifinals

Jeff Attinella had two saves to help the Portland Timbers to a 0-0 draw with the Houston Dynamo on Monday night in the opener of their Western Conference semifinal. The second leg of the two-game aggregate series is Sunday in Portland. The fourth-seeded Dynamo had just one road win in the regular season.

Jeff Attinella had two saves to help the Portland Timbers to a 0-0 draw with the Houston Dynamo on Monday night in the opener of their Western Conference semifinal. The second leg of the two-game aggregate series is Sunday in Portland. The fourth-seeded Dynamo had just one road win in the regular season.

Texans trade tackle Duane Brown to Seahawks

Texans trade tackle Duane Brown to Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks solidified a big area of concern by reaching agreement to acquire veteran left tackle Duane Brown from the Houston Texans on Monday for cornerback Jeremy Lane and two draft picks. The draft picks will be a fifth-round pick in 2018 and a second-round selection in 2019, FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman reported on Twitter.

The Seattle Seahawks solidified a big area of concern by reaching agreement to acquire veteran left tackle Duane Brown from the Houston Texans on Monday for cornerback Jeremy Lane and two draft picks. The draft picks will be a fifth-round pick in 2018 and a second-round selection in 2019, FOX 26 Sports Director Mark Berman reported on Twitter.

Greater Houston Honda Dealers Player of the Week - Claire Jeffress

Greater Houston Honda Dealers Player of the Week - Claire Jeffress

When the Glenda Dawson High School Eagles football team faced its district rival Pearland Oilers, the Eagles coach depended on his kicker to win the game. With a 30-yard field goal with 1 minute and eight seconds remaining in the game, the Eagles beat the Oilers 38-35, thanks to kicker Claire Jeffress, your Greater Houston Honda Dealers Player of the Week.

When the Glenda Dawson High School Eagles football team faced its district rival Pearland Oilers, the Eagles coach depended on his kicker to win the game. With a 30-yard field goal with 1 minute and eight seconds remaining in the game, the Eagles beat the Oilers 38-35, thanks to kicker Claire Jeffress, your Greater Houston Honda Dealers Player of the Week.

Player of the Week - Claire Jeffress
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Player of the Week - Claire Jeffress

FOX 26 News reporter Nate Griffin presents your Greater Houston Honda Dealers Player of the Week, kicker Claire Jeffress from Glenda Dawson High School.

FOX 26 News reporter Nate Griffin presents your Greater Houston Honda Dealers Player of the Week, kicker Claire Jeffress from Glenda Dawson High School.