TRACER: Storm formation study takes place in Houston
Can air pollution impact thunderstorms? It’s a question that a large group of scientists from all over the world is working to answer right here in Houston as part of the "Tracking Aerosol Convection Interactions Experiment".
Can air pollution impact thunderstorms? It’s a question that a large group of scientists from all over the world is working to answer right here in Houston as part of the "Tracking Aerosol Convection Interactions Experiment".
Confessed serial killer William Lewis Reece back in Texas to stand trial
Confessed serial killer William Lewis Reece was brought back to Friendswood, where in 1997, police say he kidnaped 12-year-old Laura Smither from a park.
Confessed serial killer William Lewis Reece was brought back to Friendswood, where in 1997, police say he kidnaped 12-year-old Laura Smither from a park.
Galveston to use drones instead of fireworks for 4th of July celebration
New plans have been announced for Galveston’s 4th of July celebration. Instead of the traditional fireworks display, the city plans to now hold a drone show.
New plans have been announced for Galveston’s 4th of July celebration. Instead of the traditional fireworks display, the city plans to now hold a drone show.
SchlitterBahn Galveston set to open for Spring Break with nearly $3 million in renovations
They are excited to highlight the almost $3M in off-season enhancements that include employee training, new furniture throughout the park, and brand new paint jobs on some of their family fave favorite rides.
They are excited to highlight the almost $3M in off-season enhancements that include employee training, new furniture throughout the park, and brand new paint jobs on some of their family fave favorite rides.
Dickinson ISD high school evacuated due to small fire possibly related to student's cell phone
Evacuations were underway at a Dickinson ISD High School Thursday after officials say a small fire started in a student's backpack, possibly related to a cell phone.
Evacuations were underway at a Dickinson ISD High School Thursday after officials say a small fire started in a student's backpack, possibly related to a cell phone.
Houston non-profit expanding to Galveston to help break cycle of incarceration
Justice Forward started in 2006. They have one goal, breaking the cycle of incarceration.
Justice Forward started in 2006. They have one goal, breaking the cycle of incarceration.
Local woman with default judgement against Santa Fe custom barn builder takes unusual steps to warn others
One woman says she hired a company to build her a house. However, she says all she has is a big pile of dirt.
One woman says she hired a company to build her a house. However, she says all she has is a big pile of dirt.
Suspect accused of 1991 attempted murder extradited, jailed in Galveston Co.
Luis Calderon, who was accused in a 1991 kidnapping and attempted murder, was extradited from El Salvador and is back in jail in Galveston County, authorities say.
Luis Calderon, who was accused in a 1991 kidnapping and attempted murder, was extradited from El Salvador and is back in jail in Galveston County, authorities say.
Texas oyster company earns rare, global recognition
San Leon oyster company, Prestige Oysters is the only sustainable oyster fishery in all the Americas, and one of only six in the world, certified by the Marine Stewardship Council.
San Leon oyster company, Prestige Oysters is the only sustainable oyster fishery in all the Americas, and one of only six in the world, certified by the Marine Stewardship Council.
Mardi Gras celebration kicks off in Galveston for first time since COVID-19 pandemic hit
The celebration will span for two weekends not wrapping up until Sunday, Feb 27th.
The celebration will span for two weekends not wrapping up until Sunday, Feb 27th.
All clear given after bomb threat at Santa Fe High School prompts evacuations, lock-outs
A bomb threat at Santa Fe High School prompted evacuations and early dismissal Friday afternoon.
A bomb threat at Santa Fe High School prompted evacuations and early dismissal Friday afternoon.
Santa Fe Mayor Jason Tabor resigns
Santa Fe Mayor Jason Tabor officially resigned on Monday, saying it's the "best decision" for himself and his family.
Santa Fe Mayor Jason Tabor officially resigned on Monday, saying it's the "best decision" for himself and his family.
Galveston City Councilman William 'Bill' Quiroga dies after hospitalization
Galveston District 4 City Councilman William "Bill" Quiroga died Monday after being hospitalized last month with complications stemming from COVID-19, officials say.
Galveston District 4 City Councilman William "Bill" Quiroga died Monday after being hospitalized last month with complications stemming from COVID-19, officials say.
Admitted Santa Fe HS shooter still not competent to stand trial nearly 4 years later
Nearly four years after the Santa Fe High School shooting, the North Texas State Hospital reported that the defendant has not yet been restored to competency to stand trial, according to Galveston County Criminal District Attorney Jack Roady.
Nearly four years after the Santa Fe High School shooting, the North Texas State Hospital reported that the defendant has not yet been restored to competency to stand trial, according to Galveston County Criminal District Attorney Jack Roady.
Rosenberg Library offering free genealogy research for Black History Month
Each of us has a family history and roots planted by ancestors who got us where we are, but for African Americans tracking that history can be difficult, if not impossible. So for Black History Month, the Rosenberg Library in Galveston is offering to help.
Each of us has a family history and roots planted by ancestors who got us where we are, but for African Americans tracking that history can be difficult, if not impossible. So for Black History Month, the Rosenberg Library in Galveston is offering to help.
21-year-old man free on multiple felony bonds accused of committing capital murder when he should be in court
Last December, FOX 26 told you 21-year-old Devan Jordon was charged with capital murder in Sandoval's slaying. After a closer look at court documents, we made a troubling discovery.
Last December, FOX 26 told you 21-year-old Devan Jordon was charged with capital murder in Sandoval's slaying. After a closer look at court documents, we made a troubling discovery.
Volunteer dies after falling nearly 35 feet from historic Galveston ship
The volunteer was wearing a climbing harness after going nearly 35 feet above the ship, but it was not tethered to the ship when she slipped and fell.
The volunteer was wearing a climbing harness after going nearly 35 feet above the ship, but it was not tethered to the ship when she slipped and fell.
Houston-area school closings amid Texas winter storm
As school districts in the Houston area and Southeast Texas announce closings and early releases due to winter weather, they will be added to this list.
As school districts in the Houston area and Southeast Texas announce closings and early releases due to winter weather, they will be added to this list.
Mardi Gras! Galveston releases parade schedule for 111th celebration
If you’re looking to enjoy some Mardi Gras fun this year, you can head out to Galveston for their 111th celebration.
If you’re looking to enjoy some Mardi Gras fun this year, you can head out to Galveston for their 111th celebration.
Sparkly, over the top wearables for Mardi Gras fun
Mardi Gras Galveston is around the corner, so CoCo Dominguez teamed up with Fringe and Company for some fun, sparkly wearables.
Mardi Gras Galveston is around the corner, so CoCo Dominguez teamed up with Fringe and Company for some fun, sparkly wearables.