Summer road trip ideas for Houston travelers

Whether you're in the mood for a quick getaway or an adventurous road trip, you’ve got lots of great options right here in the Lone Star State.

East Houston: Capital murder suspect wanted for two 2022 shootings; two other suspects involved, police say

A 21-year-old man is wanted in connection to two deadly east Houston shootings that happened in January 2022. One man was found shot on Coulson Street, and a woman was found shot about four miles away.

Houston police investigate fatal hit-and-run, victim’s family finds new evidence

The family of Everett Smith, the victim in the March 11 hit-and-run case, tells FOX 26 they have obtained video and images of a truck speeding away from the scene at the time of the incident.

World Cup Houston
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Caroline & Rashi talk to the Artist who created the official Houston poster for the FIFA World Cup!

Family searching for justice after loved one was killed
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The family of a hit and run victim on the North side is speaking with FOX 26. It's been over two weeks since the incident, and they did some police work of their own to find who is responsible.

Houston weather: How to determine if you're in a flood risk area
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Although the approaching storms are expected to be worse further south, Houston is also prepping for that rain, because you know, if you live in the city, you know how it goes. We get rain. Flooding is obviously a concern.

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD student stabbed on campus, suspect in custody, police say
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According to a letter from the school principal, a Cypress Springs High School student was stabbed during an altercation in a school restroom. A suspect is in custody.

Texas weather: Gov. Greg Abbott activates state emergency response resources ahead of severe storms

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced he's directed the Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency resources ahead of increased threats of severe weather and flash flooding in large areas of the state through the weekend.

Houston: Witnesses speak on Yale Street crash, share videos of rescue
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Police say a father abandoned a vehicle with his wife and four children after the vehicle ended up in a bayou. Witnesses at the scene share their perspective with FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour.

New job search website launches in Houston

A new website has launched to help connect jobseekers to potential work in the Houston area.

Hirsch Road murder suspect fled to El Salvador, found dead: police

The suspect wanted for the murder of a 67-year-old in north Houston back in November 2024 was reportedly found dead after fleeing to El Salvador, according to police.

Houston weather: Flood watch for Southeast Texas counties Thursday, Friday

A Flood Watch goes into effect for Brazoria, Matagorda, Wharton, Jackson and Calhoun counties Thursday morning through Friday afternoon with storms expected to move across the Houston area.

Father abandons family following high-speed crash in Houston
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Authorities are searching for a father who fled the scene of a high-speed crash. Officials said the father left his injured family, got into another vehicle, and fled the scene.