Houston FIFA fever continues despite Fan Festival shutdown
Storms shut down Houston's FIFA Fan Festival on Saturday, but fans continued to party around the clock. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart was in the middle of a packed EaDo restaurant that's listed as a spot for Houston's "Football Fiesta."
Storms shut down Houston's FIFA Fan Festival on Saturday, but fans continued to party around the clock. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart was in the middle of a packed EaDo restaurant that's listed as a spot for Houston's "Football Fiesta."
FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston Fan Festival reaches capacity a 3rd time
Houston's FIFA Fan Festival reached capacity hours before the Mexico-South Korea match on June 18. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez shared a live look of fans who continued waiting in line.
Houston's FIFA Fan Festival reached capacity hours before the Mexico-South Korea match on June 18. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez shared a live look of fans who continued waiting in line.
Braving triple-digit heat: How fans are staying cool at Houston FIFA Fan Fest
Despite "feels-like" temperatures soaring well into the triple digits, dedicated soccer fans are still flocking to EaDo with creative ways to stay cool for the Houston FIFA Fan Fest.
Despite "feels-like" temperatures soaring well into the triple digits, dedicated soccer fans are still flocking to EaDo with creative ways to stay cool for the Houston FIFA Fan Fest.
Some EaDo businesses see World Cup boost, others still waiting for fans to spend
Houston FIFA Fan Festival is drawing crowds to EaDo, but local businesses report mixed results. Some restaurants are seeing increased traffic from World Cup visitors, while others say road closures, parking challenges and access issues are hurting business.
Houston FIFA Fan Festival is drawing crowds to EaDo, but local businesses report mixed results. Some restaurants are seeing increased traffic from World Cup visitors, while others say road closures, parking challenges and access issues are hurting business.
Houston FIFA Fan Festival reaches capacity for second time
Other festivalgoers waited in line until more space was available.
Other festivalgoers waited in line until more space was available.
Houston’s World Cup celebration gets bigger with 'The Ranch Presents Pitch Live'
A 39-day, multi-venue experience from restaurateur Ben Berg, nightlife impresario Army Sadeghi and soccer legend Brian Ching will transform EaDo into Houston’s ultimate gathering place during FIFA World Cup 2026.
A 39-day, multi-venue experience from restaurateur Ben Berg, nightlife impresario Army Sadeghi and soccer legend Brian Ching will transform EaDo into Houston’s ultimate gathering place during FIFA World Cup 2026.
What’s next for Cesar Chavez Blvd? Community meetings and budget fears delay city discussions
A high-profile plan to rename one of the East End’s thoroughfares has hit a sudden procedural snag as city officials and community leaders grapple with the cultural fallout of stripping Cesar Chavez’s name from the boulevard.
A high-profile plan to rename one of the East End’s thoroughfares has hit a sudden procedural snag as city officials and community leaders grapple with the cultural fallout of stripping Cesar Chavez’s name from the boulevard.
Houston street name change to impact nearby businesses | Houston Live & Local
Discussions of renaming Houston's Cesar Chavez Boulevard have been postponed, but the impact of that discussion could affect business on that East End Street. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle shares the details on Houston Live and Local.
Discussions of renaming Houston's Cesar Chavez Boulevard have been postponed, but the impact of that discussion could affect business on that East End Street. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle shares the details on Houston Live and Local.
Potential name change for Houston's Cesar Chavez Boulevard | Houston Live & Local
The controversy behind Cesar Chavez has to led to talks to rename Houston's East End street that's named after the labor rights icon. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke to the president of the Greater Houston LULAC Council about name suggestions and next steps for the community.
The controversy behind Cesar Chavez has to led to talks to rename Houston's East End street that's named after the labor rights icon. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle spoke to the president of the Greater Houston LULAC Council about name suggestions and next steps for the community.
Rooting for Rockets for Game 2 | Bayou City Buzz
While the Rockets were away for Game 2, fans were showing their support from home. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez checked in with fans at the official Rockets Playoff Viewing Party.
While the Rockets were away for Game 2, fans were showing their support from home. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez checked in with fans at the official Rockets Playoff Viewing Party.
Person found dead in east Houston
Police were called to a person found dead on South Cesar Chavez Boulevard.
Police were called to a person found dead on South Cesar Chavez Boulevard.
Houston low-income housing near toxic dumps cleared for occupation
Mayor John Whitmire and Housing Authority President Jamie Bryan will formally announce the opening on Thursday.
Mayor John Whitmire and Housing Authority President Jamie Bryan will formally announce the opening on Thursday.
Houston City Council approves purchase of East Downtown property for homeless facility
Houston City Council approved the purchase of a property in East Downtown to create a centralized homeless intake facility.
Houston City Council approved the purchase of a property in East Downtown to create a centralized homeless intake facility.
Houston City Council approves property purchase for homeless facility
On Wednesday, Houston City Council approved the purchase of a property in East Downtown to create the city’s first centralized homeless intake facility. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour explains the information available so far and why one councilmember voted against the purchase.
On Wednesday, Houston City Council approved the purchase of a property in East Downtown to create the city’s first centralized homeless intake facility. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour explains the information available so far and why one councilmember voted against the purchase.
Houston crime: Man shot in East Downtown nightclub; police seeking more information
Police say a man was shot inside Sekai on St. Emanuel Street. Anyone with more information can call Crime Stoppers or Houston Police.
Police say a man was shot inside Sekai on St. Emanuel Street. Anyone with more information can call Crime Stoppers or Houston Police.
Graffiti Park in East Downtown torn down for TxDOT I-45 expansion
Buildings in Graffiti Park are being demolished to make way for the Texas Department of Transportation’s I-45 expansion project.
Buildings in Graffiti Park are being demolished to make way for the Texas Department of Transportation’s I-45 expansion project.
EaDo apartment residents suing after multiple thefts at complex
Tenants at The Standard Apartments in EaDo are wondering what type of "standard" they're actually paying for.
Tenants at The Standard Apartments in EaDo are wondering what type of "standard" they're actually paying for.
Houston crime: 30 people arrested for vandalizing vacant strip mall in EADO; City threatens penalties
A vacant Houston strip mall owner blames repeat offenders and a lack of city support for ongoing break-ins and vandalism that are making it difficult to sell the property.
A vacant Houston strip mall owner blames repeat offenders and a lack of city support for ongoing break-ins and vandalism that are making it difficult to sell the property.
Houston strip mall plagues with vandalism
Thirty people have been arrested in East Downtown Houston after breaking into and damaging a vacant strip mall that's up for sale. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has more information after speaking with the property manager.
Thirty people have been arrested in East Downtown Houston after breaking into and damaging a vacant strip mall that's up for sale. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has more information after speaking with the property manager.
Houston East End residents concerned over rail blockings speak to federal administrators
Some residents report trains block major intersections in their neighborhoods for nearly an hour, disrupting traffic and businesses.
Some residents report trains block major intersections in their neighborhoods for nearly an hour, disrupting traffic and businesses.