NCAA: Women's sports now only for student-athletes assigned female at birth

NCAA's policy change comes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order intended to ban transgender athletes from competing in girls’ and women’s sports.

Chicago Bears owner Virginia McCaskey dies at 102

Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears, died today at the age of 102, the team announced Thursday.

UH head coach Willie Fritz reflects on first season
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University of Houston head football coach Willie Fritz reflects on his first season with the team and what he had to learn when he decided to take over the job.

Houston BBQ spot helping Nate with friendly bet
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Ray's Real Pit Barbecue Shack brought in some delicious food to help FOX 26's Nate Griffin facilitate a bet with FOX 4 in Kansas City.

Coachella Valley Invitational: Day 1 match results

Preseason soccer action begins as the sport’s top teams compete in Indio, California. Here's the schedule and how to watch matches.

Women in Sports: President of Women's Soccer w/ Dash
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It's National Girls and Women in Sports Day and FOX 26's Nate Griffin speaks with Angela Hucles Mangano, the new President of Women's Soccer for the Houston Dash.

National Signing Day for Houston-area athletes
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Some student athletes at Houston ISD are celebrating on National Signing Day! FOX 26's Nate Griffin spoke to student athletes about where they're planning on going to college and their sports.

Shadow Creek HS for National Signing Day
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It's National Signing Day! FOX 26's Nate Griffin introduces us to Shadow Creek High School athletes ready to advance their career academically and athletically.

Women in sports: Business, Events VP for XFL Roughnecks
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We are recognizing National Girls and Women in Sports Day! FOX 26's Nate Griffin is joined by Catherine Schultz VP of Business and Event Operations for the Houston Roughnecks about her successes.

Luka Doncic at Lakers press conference: Trade from Mavs 'a big shock'

Luka Dončić is expected to answer questions from reporters for the first time since he was shockingly traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Luka Doncic traded to Lakers in shocking blockbuster deal

The Dallas Mavericks have traded away superstar Luka Dončić to the Los Angeles Lakers in one of the biggest trades in recent NBA history.

Kyle Brandt is Kickin? it with Kunkel: Super Bowl preview
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Kyle Brandt with NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" joins FOX 26 Sports Anchor Will Kunkel to preview the 2025 Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dick Button, first American to win Olympic gold in figure skating, dies at 95

Dick Button, the first American to win Olympic gold in figure skating, has died at 95. A two-time champion and sport innovator, he transformed figure skating with groundbreaking jumps and later became its most influential commentator.

FIFA World Cup 2026 just 500 days away in Houston

We're now 500 days away from FIFA World Cup 2026 taking place in the City of Houston.

Houston Astros Alex Bregman has 'very low' odds of re-signing

According to a source, Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman has very low odds of re-signing with the Houston MLB team after 9 seasons.

Update on FIFA World Cup preparations for Houston
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Houston leaders provide an update on the preparations being made for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the event being 500 days away. Houston will host seven matches, which is set to begin on June 11, 2026, at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.