Kidney transplant scandal upends patient’s 5-year wait, but a second chance brought new hope
After spending five years working toward a life-saving kidney transplant at a Houston hospital, Yamileth Fuentes saw her hopes collapse amid a criminal scandal that shut down the program—only to find a second chance at another hospital, along with new financial challenges.
After spending five years working toward a life-saving kidney transplant at a Houston hospital, Yamileth Fuentes saw her hopes collapse amid a criminal scandal that shut down the program—only to find a second chance at another hospital, along with new financial challenges.
Houston officials suspend search for woman reportedly swept away near Brays Bayou
A search is underway for a person who was reportedly swept away by water near Brays Bayou, officials said.
A search is underway for a person who was reportedly swept away by water near Brays Bayou, officials said.
Woman found guilty of stabbing her husband 193 times in 2003 charged following hit-and-run crash
A woman who was found guilty of stabbing her husband 193 times back in 2003 is facing new charges after failing to stop and give information following a crash this week.
A woman who was found guilty of stabbing her husband 193 times back in 2003 is facing new charges after failing to stop and give information following a crash this week.
Clear Lake Preschool set to close, leaving families searching for childcare
A staple of the Clear Lake community is preparing to shut its doors for good as the Clear Lake United Methodist Church Preschool has announced it will officially close on July 31, leaving nearly 100 families and dozens of staff members in a state of uncertainty.
A staple of the Clear Lake community is preparing to shut its doors for good as the Clear Lake United Methodist Church Preschool has announced it will officially close on July 31, leaving nearly 100 families and dozens of staff members in a state of uncertainty.
Texas gas prices rise as national average spikes again
Texas prices for a gallon of gas are trending up again as oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel, according to AAA.
Texas prices for a gallon of gas are trending up again as oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel, according to AAA.
Third Ward organization hosting new artists for residency program | HTX @ 10
Project Row Houses in Houston's Third Ward has is giving studio space to new artists through their residency program. FOX 26's Lina de Florias spoke with one of the new artists and a person over the program on "HTX @ 10."
Project Row Houses in Houston's Third Ward has is giving studio space to new artists through their residency program. FOX 26's Lina de Florias spoke with one of the new artists and a person over the program on "HTX @ 10."
Houston 'ding dong ditch' shooting suspect gets $1.5M bond
Bond was set at $1.5 million for the Houston man accused of shooting and killing an 11-year-old boy following a “ding dong ditch" prank last August.
Bond was set at $1.5 million for the Houston man accused of shooting and killing an 11-year-old boy following a “ding dong ditch" prank last August.
Houston Heights bar hosting Kentucky Derby events | Texas Live & Local
There's no need to head out of town for Kentucky Derby festivities. The owner of Permission Whiskey in The Heights joined Texas Live & Local on Thursday with a rundown of events happening at the bar.
There's no need to head out of town for Kentucky Derby festivities. The owner of Permission Whiskey in The Heights joined Texas Live & Local on Thursday with a rundown of events happening at the bar.
Megan Thee Stallion, Habitat for Humanity partner to repair homes of older residents
Megan Thee Stallion's Pete & Thomas Foundation is joining forces with Habitat for Humanity for a major initiative to repair the homes of senior citizens across Houston and Dallas.
Megan Thee Stallion's Pete & Thomas Foundation is joining forces with Habitat for Humanity for a major initiative to repair the homes of senior citizens across Houston and Dallas.
Gallery: Hail falls in Houston amid storms
Viewers sent in photos and videos of hail falling near Houston overnight.
Viewers sent in photos and videos of hail falling near Houston overnight.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston transit guide for NRG stadium and Fan Festivals
From expanded non-stop airport shuttles to the fan-focused Green Corridor, here is your complete guide to navigating Houston’s transit and avoiding $175 parking fees during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
From expanded non-stop airport shuttles to the fan-focused Green Corridor, here is your complete guide to navigating Houston’s transit and avoiding $175 parking fees during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
French bulldog stolen at gunpoint located by Houston police
FOX 26 first reported on a French bulldog named Nova on Tuesday.
FOX 26 first reported on a French bulldog named Nova on Tuesday.
10-month-old dog endures unimaginable cruelty, owner under criminal investigation
A severely injured dog just hours away from being euthanized has been given a second chance after a rescue group stepped in, as authorities now review potential animal cruelty charges tied to his condition.
A severely injured dog just hours away from being euthanized has been given a second chance after a rescue group stepped in, as authorities now review potential animal cruelty charges tied to his condition.
Bush Airport flights delayed due to wind
There is a possibility that the stop could extend past 5:45 p.m.
There is a possibility that the stop could extend past 5:45 p.m.
Houston rep's first US bill targets Abbott's 'weaponization' of vacant seat: 'We had no voice'
As his first act as the U.S. representative for part of the Houston area, Christian D. Menefee has filed a bill to force state governors to fill vacant House seats within a reasonable time frame.
As his first act as the U.S. representative for part of the Houston area, Christian D. Menefee has filed a bill to force state governors to fill vacant House seats within a reasonable time frame.
Man's body found in Houston's Buffalo Bayou
A man’s body was found in Buffalo Bayou in east Houston on Thursday morning.
A man’s body was found in Buffalo Bayou in east Houston on Thursday morning.
Corpse abuse charges dismissed against Houston mortuary co-director
Charges have been dismissed against one of the two Richardson Mortuary directors charged with abuse of a corpse. Previous records revealed multiple bodies were found decomposing in a storage room.
Charges have been dismissed against one of the two Richardson Mortuary directors charged with abuse of a corpse. Previous records revealed multiple bodies were found decomposing in a storage room.
Willowbrook Mall enforcing temporary 'youth curfew'
Willowbrook Mall representatives say there will be a temporary "youth curfew" for the next two Saturdays "out of an abundance of caution."
Willowbrook Mall representatives say there will be a temporary "youth curfew" for the next two Saturdays "out of an abundance of caution."
Houston unveils FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteer uniforms as 43-day countdown begins
With 43 days until FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, the Houston Host Committee officially unveiled the exclusive 10-piece uniform kit that will be worn by 4,100 local volunteers. These ambassadors will be stationed across the city for the 39-day tournament, providing essential support at major airports, team hotels, and the 34-day FIFA Fan Festival.
With 43 days until FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, the Houston Host Committee officially unveiled the exclusive 10-piece uniform kit that will be worn by 4,100 local volunteers. These ambassadors will be stationed across the city for the 39-day tournament, providing essential support at major airports, team hotels, and the 34-day FIFA Fan Festival.
Kinder Survey reveals huge lapse in job market confidence
Job market confidence among Houston-area residents has experienced its largest single-year plummet since the oil bust of 1982. That was the eye-popping finding of Rice University Kinder Institute researchers in the organization's latest expansive annual survey.
Job market confidence among Houston-area residents has experienced its largest single-year plummet since the oil bust of 1982. That was the eye-popping finding of Rice University Kinder Institute researchers in the organization's latest expansive annual survey.