Texas gas prices well below national average ahead of July Fourth travel

Texas gas prices are well below the national average as travelers gear up for Fourth of July holiday travel, according to the American Automobile Association.

Former Army contractor convicted of stealing $1.1M in MRE military rations from Fort Bliss

A federal jury has convicted a former U.S. Army civilian contractor of stealing more than $1.1 million worth of military rations from Fort Bliss, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.

Expect a massive state trooper presence on Texas roads this Fourth of July weekend

The Texas Department of Public Safety is ramping up traffic enforcement for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend as millions of Texans prepare to travel for the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Pearland police search for suspect who assaulted, robbed 79-year-old at Walgreens

Pearland authorities are asking for help identifying a third suspect accused of physically assaulting and robbing an elderly victim outside a Pearland Walgreens pharmacy.

Texas leaders react after Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship

Texas lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are reacting after the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that President Donald Trump's 2025 executive order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.

UTMB security guard allegedly attacked by suspect who approached employee

A University of Texas Medical Branch security officer was physically attacked after protecting an employee from an unknown driver, according to officials.

Two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area

There are two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area — one positive case in Harris County and one in Montgomery County.

Camp Mystic victim Eloise Peck remembered through Living for Lulu Foundation

The parents of Eloise Peck, one of the 27 victims killed during last year's flooding at Camp Mystic, remember her through their Living For Lulu Foundation.

Remember Camp Mystic victim, Hadley Hanna, as family advocates for stronger camp safety standards

Nearly a year after 8-year-old Hadley Hanna died in the Camp Mystic flood, her parents are honoring her legacy by advocating for stronger camp safety while helping other children through the Hugs From Hadley Foundation.

Texas City homeowner says roof began leaking after solar panel installation; company responds

A Texas City homeowner says roof leaks began after solar panels were installed in 2024. FOX 26 reviewed contracts, warranty documents, emails and text messages and obtained a response from Starlight Solar while investigating the homeowner's claims.

More than $72M in meth seized by CBP officers in South Texas

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas made a massive bust on June 19, seizing more than $72.3 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside two separate cargo shipments.

Texas announces $34M AstraZeneca settlement over Medicaid scheme

Texas is recovering nearly $34 million from AstraZeneca to settle allegations that the pharmaceutical giant used an illegal kickback scheme to improperly influence Medicaid prescriptions.

Montgomery County deputy Erika Serrato killed on North Freeway

A 24-year-old Montgomery County sheriff's deputy was killed early Sunday morning after a commercial truck struck her while she was directing traffic at the scene of an alleged DWI crash on Interstate 45, authorities said.

Texas Parks and Wildlife issues extreme heat guide for summer visitors, pets

As temperatures and heat indexes soar past 100 degrees this holiday weekend, Texas Parks and Wildlife is urging state park visitors to protect themselves and their pets with these essential heat safety tips.

WATCH: Butterflies swarm Texas coast during mass migration

A video shows a swarm of butterflies surrounding vehicles crossing Corpus Christi Bay earlier this month.