Keystone Pipeline hit with proposed massive multi-million dollar fine

A proposed legal settlement with the U.S. government would require the Keystone Pipeline system’s operator to pay a $26.9 million civil penalty over a major oil spill in Kansas in December 2022.

Houston police investigate report of body in Greens Bayou

Houston police are investigating a report of a body found in Greens Bayou on Monday morning near Northshore.

Costco issues warning notice for plant due to invasive insect infestation concern

Costco informed shoppers who purchased desert willow plants between June 24 and July 3 that they may carry an invasive insect that threatens vineyards.

Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown

A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.

Trump: US reinstating blockade at the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump posted to Truth Social, stating the U.S. is reinstating the blockade at the Strait of Hormuz. 

Sam Neill, ‘Jurassic Park’ actor, dies at 78

Sam Neill, the actor best known for starring in Jurassic Park, has died at the age of 78.

Dallas Stadium prepares for France vs Spain World Cup Semifinal match

Dallas Stadium is gearing up for its ninth and final World Cup match on Tuesday as Spain faces France in a high-stakes semifinal.

713 Day: Events, deals to celebrate Houston

Businesses across the Greater Houston area are celebrating “713 Day," where the date matches the city's most well-known area code.

Houston weather: Flood risk extends Storm Alert through Tuesday

The Weather Prediction Center currently has most of the FOX26 area at a 2/4 risk for excessive rainfall Monday and Tuesday.

Two bodies found inside Southeast Houston home, police search for homicide suspect

Two people were found shot to death inside a home in southeast Houston early Sunday morning in what police are investigating as a double homicide committed by an outstanding third party.

Houston mayor says ICE is out of control, states all Houstonians should be concerned

Houston Mayor John Whitmire says he and Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare will do everything within their resources to pursue an independent and transparent investigation following a deadly shooting involving an ICE agent on Tuesday.

Consumers shouldn't expect prices to fall anytime soon, top economist warns

Conference Board Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson says consumers are abandoning big-ticket items as housing, healthcare, ad insurance costs influence spending.

Houston-area leaders provide new details on ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

Houston-area leaders and U.S. Representatives held a press conference to provide new details on the ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston.

Woman accused of slapping driver in McDonald's drive-thru for taking too long

A New York woman is facing a harassment charge after police say she became impatient in a McDonald's drive-thru and allegedly slapped the driver of the vehicle in front of her.