Americans' average household incomes are higher than ever, Census data shows
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Median household income in the United States rose in 2025, setting a record for American earnings, according to new Census Bureau figures.
Houston crime: Thieves use sledgehammer to steal $10K in rare Pokémon merchandise
Houston police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others after an overnight break-in at a West Houston card shop left the business with thousands of dollars in stolen Pokémon inventory and heavy property damage.
Houston police have arrested two suspects and are searching for others after an overnight break-in at a West Houston card shop left the business with thousands of dollars in stolen Pokémon inventory and heavy property damage.
Houston City Hall celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with music, cultural pride, and memorial
Houston City Hall came alive with music, dance, and cultural pride as the city kicked off its annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, honoring local community leaders while addressing pressing issues affecting the area's growing Latino population.
Houston City Hall came alive with music, dance, and cultural pride as the city kicked off its annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, honoring local community leaders while addressing pressing issues affecting the area's growing Latino population.
Former Memorial Hermann employee pleads guilty, sentenced for bathroom recordings
Robert Shrader previously identified himself as the Director of Patient Care at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center.
Robert Shrader previously identified himself as the Director of Patient Care at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center.
Man returns library magazine 132 years late, avoids $12,055 fine
A man returned a September 1894 issue of “The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine” to the Concord Public Library after keeping it for decades.
A man returned a September 1894 issue of “The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine” to the Concord Public Library after keeping it for decades.
$12 billion in Medicaid funding restored to Texas hospitals
The federal government has agreed to restore nearly $12 billion in Medicaid funding to Texas hospitals, Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday.
The federal government has agreed to restore nearly $12 billion in Medicaid funding to Texas hospitals, Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday.
Burn ban in effect for parts of Harris County
For 90 days, outdoor fires other than the ones allowed could lead to fines and/or charges.
For 90 days, outdoor fires other than the ones allowed could lead to fines and/or charges.
US poverty rate hits record low as median household income reaches new high
New federal data show changes in poverty, household income and health insurance coverage across the United States in 2025.
New federal data show changes in poverty, household income and health insurance coverage across the United States in 2025.
Historic Killeen church destroyed by fire days after celebrating 75th anniversary
Simmonsville Missionary Baptist Church was destroyed by a fire just days after it celebrated its 75th anniversary.
Simmonsville Missionary Baptist Church was destroyed by a fire just days after it celebrated its 75th anniversary.
'Endangered' missing man found safe
A man has been found safe after going missing in west Houston earlier this week.
A man has been found safe after going missing in west Houston earlier this week.
Talarico, Paxton in dead heat in latest Texas Senate poll
The latest polling in Texas' pivotal U.S. Senate race shows a dead heat between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton.
The latest polling in Texas' pivotal U.S. Senate race shows a dead heat between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton.
Houston SWAT, HPD serve warrant at used car dealership near Webster
Houston SWAT and Houston Police were reportedly serving a warrant at a business in the Webster area.
Houston SWAT and Houston Police were reportedly serving a warrant at a business in the Webster area.
Florida woman pleads guilty to falsifying records to obtain $750K Epstein settlement payment
Florida autism scholar Jennifer Percival pleaded guilty to falsifying records to obtain a $750,000 payment from a compensation fund established for Jeffrey Epstein’s victims.
Florida autism scholar Jennifer Percival pleaded guilty to falsifying records to obtain a $750,000 payment from a compensation fund established for Jeffrey Epstein’s victims.
Amazon announces hourly wage hikes: Here's how much
Amazon announced a pay raise and new benefits for its thousands of employees, including discounts on eligible groceries.
Amazon announced a pay raise and new benefits for its thousands of employees, including discounts on eligible groceries.
'Superhero': 6-year-old stabbed during deadly rampage praised for seeking help
Investigators are hailing a 6-year-old boy’s quick actions in the wake of a stabbing spree that left four people dead in South Louisiana.
Investigators are hailing a 6-year-old boy’s quick actions in the wake of a stabbing spree that left four people dead in South Louisiana.
Houston weather: Scattered storms expected Thursday, watching tropical system
Those mainly south of the Houston-area should be prepared for scattered storms on Thursday with the possibility of heavy downpours.
Those mainly south of the Houston-area should be prepared for scattered storms on Thursday with the possibility of heavy downpours.
Diesel prices hit record high in Texas, putting pressure on truckers and consumers
Diesel prices have hit a record high in Texas, topping $6 a gallon and putting a significant financial strain on truck drivers and small trucking companies.
Diesel prices have hit a record high in Texas, topping $6 a gallon and putting a significant financial strain on truck drivers and small trucking companies.
Robert Kraft says Ed Sheeran asked him to pledge $2 million amid Macklemore controversy
Robert Kraft is pledging $2 million toward humanitarian relief after revealing that Ed Sheeran personally called and asked him to commit the donation. The move comes amid the growing controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s tour.
Robert Kraft is pledging $2 million toward humanitarian relief after revealing that Ed Sheeran personally called and asked him to commit the donation. The move comes amid the growing controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s tour.
Conroe considers bid to host proposed US Space Academy
Conroe city leaders are exploring an exploratory effort to position the municipality as a potential host for the newly proposed U.S. Space Academy. Local officials point to 214 shovel-ready acres at Deison Technology Park, available housing, regional airport access, and a strong local engineering base as key selling points.
Conroe city leaders are exploring an exploratory effort to position the municipality as a potential host for the newly proposed U.S. Space Academy. Local officials point to 214 shovel-ready acres at Deison Technology Park, available housing, regional airport access, and a strong local engineering base as key selling points.
Westfield fire chief shares personal story of giving back during Hispanic Heritage Month
FOX 26 is spotlighting Westfield Fire Chief Adrian Dillehay for Hispanic Heritage Month to highlight his impact on Northeast Harris County.
FOX 26 is spotlighting Westfield Fire Chief Adrian Dillehay for Hispanic Heritage Month to highlight his impact on Northeast Harris County.