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.

Walkout paralyzes Fort Bend County government in standoff over Interim Judge's seat

Fort Bend County Commissioners Court was paralyzed when Democratic Commissioners Grady Prestage and Dexter McCoy walked out of a 1:00 PM session to break quorum. They argue that Interim County Judge Daniel Wong’s temporary appointment expired the moment the underlying civil lawsuit against elected Judge K.P. George was dropped.

Rosenberg ordinance allows residents to report illegal fireworks

In Rosenberg, city leaders passed a new ordinance aimed at cracking down on illegal fireworks. FOX 26’s Jillian Hartmann spoke with the police chief and residents about the changes.

Battle underway to remove Interim Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong

A battle is underway in Fort Bend County to remove Interim County Judge Daniel Wong from his appointed post as chief executive.

Fort Bend County Judge declares public health emergency to support mosquito control operations

Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong has issued a declaration of local public health emergency in response to extraordinary mosquito populations affecting large portions of Fort Bend County.

Texas homeowner mistakes alligator on the porch for an Amazon package delivery

A Texas homeowner heading out for an early morning walk got quite a surprise when he mistook a large reptile parked on his front porch for an online delivery.

Katy-area house fire possibly sparked by lightning

Crews were at the home minutes after the 911 call Tuesday and saw flames rising through the roof.

Man's death under investigation in Richmond

Fort Bend County investigators were in the Richmond area late Friday night investigating a man's death as a homicide.

Southeast Texas election day voting locations for May 26 primary runoff

Democrats and Republicans in Texas will vote Tuesday, May 26, in the primary runoff elections. Here's where to vote in the Houston area.

Richmond homeowners say they're paying more than $100 a month for water that's brown, smells like rotten eggs

Residents in Vacek Country Meadows in Richmond say they continue dealing with discolored, foul-smelling water even after Quadvest says it flushed hydrants and tested the system following customer complaints shared by FOX 26.

Houston man sentenced to life for 2024 murder of estranged girfriend

Anthony Sorel Haywood was sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty for the murder of his on-and-off girlfriend in 2024.

Hidden camera found in Rosenberg restroom leads to arrest

A 41-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after investigators allegedly uncovered a hidden camera inside the restroom of a commercial building containing several businesses.