Make-A-Wish surprises Houston 4-year-old battling blood disorder with VIP Monster Jam trip

A Houston-area 4-year-old battling a serious blood disorder received the surprise of a lifetime Monday when Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Gexa Energy announced a VIP family trip to Monster Jam in Austin this June.

Prepare, not panic: Local public health leaders talk Ebola misinformation ahead of Houston World Cup travels

Following more confirmed cases, the CDC has restricted entry from Africa's Ebola outbreak zones just as Houston prepares to host the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the World Cup. Local epidemiologists assure that Houston’s advanced systems are ready.

Houston man charged after alleged threats at Islamic center

A Houston man is facing a felony terroristic threat charge after investigators say he made violent threats during a confrontation at a northwest Harris County Islamic center last month, according to court documents filed in Harris County.

Houston weather: FOX 26 Storm Alert for Tuesday night

Before the showers take over this week, Monday is looking mostly dry and humid. The area will face several days of stormy weather beginning Tuesday night.

Secret Service: 14 skimming devices found at Houston-area businesses

Officials say the two-day operation prevented about $14 million being taken from customers. The top motive for the operation was to protect travelers during the World Cup.

Houston launches $30M 'Demolition Days' using controversial flood dollars

Houston has launched a $30 million "Demolition Days" initiative to tear down more than 2,000 dangerous, abandoned buildings, starting with eight properties this weekend. However, the project has sparked intense controversy at City Hall because the funding was pulled from the city’s Stormwater Fund.

Houston weather: High humidity, dangerous rip currents threaten Southeast Texas beachgoers

A surge of Gulf moisture is bringing high humidity and dangerous beach conditions to Southeast Texas this weekend, ahead of an unsettled weather pattern expected to lower temperatures and trigger widespread storms next week.

Houston Flamingo Drive: Woman accused of stabbing family member

Officers were called to a disturbance on Flamingo Drive. While they were there, a woman reportedly stabbed a family member.

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.

Petition fails to extend voting period for Houston District C runoff

A petition to extend the voting period for Houston's District C runoff election was rejected in court on Friday, an attorney confirmed with FOX 26.

Houston City Council District C runoff election: Polling locations, candidates

Voters will decide Saturday who will fill the vacant Houston City Council seat in District C as the special election heads for a runoff between Joe Panzarella and Nick Hellyar.

Houston, Southeast Texas early voting locations for May 26, 2026 primary runoff elections

Early voting locations in Southeast Texas counties including Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery and Galveston counties for the May 26, 2026 Democratic and Republican primary runoff elections.

Parents, students speak out against Houston ISD's proposed special education plan

Dozens of parents, students, and community members spoke out against Houston ISD’s proposed special education plan during a packed school board meeting at district headquarters Tuesday night.

Deer Park woman charged in one of the most horrific cases of animal cruelty anyone can imagine

A 31-year-old Deer Park woman is facing a felony animal cruelty charge after prosecutors say she strangled, drowned and partially consumed her family’s 8-year-old miniature poodle, according to court documents that also detail disturbing threats allegedly made against her young son.