Houston’s Historic Third Ward trail gets major makeover ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
A historic stretch of Houston’s Third Ward is getting a major facelift just in time for the global spotlight. Members of Leadership Houston have teamed up with community partners to transform a vital section of the Columbia Tap Trail.
A historic stretch of Houston’s Third Ward is getting a major facelift just in time for the global spotlight. Members of Leadership Houston have teamed up with community partners to transform a vital section of the Columbia Tap Trail.
Houston's Columbia Tap Trail revamped ahead of World Cup
A historic stretch of Houston's Third Ward has gotten a makeover ahead of the World Cup. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez shares details of the newly relocated Columbia Tap Trail.
A historic stretch of Houston's Third Ward has gotten a makeover ahead of the World Cup. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez shares details of the newly relocated Columbia Tap Trail.
Combating heat, storm risks ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston
Houston officials and World Cup organizers are launching a dual strategy to protect thousands of international visitors from extreme summer heat, afternoon thunderstorms, and potential hurricane threats during the tournament.
Houston officials and World Cup organizers are launching a dual strategy to protect thousands of international visitors from extreme summer heat, afternoon thunderstorms, and potential hurricane threats during the tournament.
Rapper shot in Houston restaurant has 'irreversible paralysis;' another rapper facing new charge
Michigan rapper AllStar JR is accused of shooting and paralyzing fellow rapper NBA Ben10 at Confessions in April.
Michigan rapper AllStar JR is accused of shooting and paralyzing fellow rapper NBA Ben10 at Confessions in April.
Bakery manager speaks on burglary amid owner's cancer diagnosis | Houston Live & Local
A Houston Heights bakery has been facing back-to-back challenges: the owner's cancer diagnosis and the shop itself being burglarized. FOX 26's Jillian Hermann spoke to the manager of The Bearded Baker about those challenges, how the community has been stepping up, and more.
A Houston Heights bakery has been facing back-to-back challenges: the owner's cancer diagnosis and the shop itself being burglarized. FOX 26's Jillian Hermann spoke to the manager of The Bearded Baker about those challenges, how the community has been stepping up, and more.
Corpse abuse charges dropped for former Houston mortuary owner
Charges were filed after clients discovered bodies decomposing at Richardson Mortuary
Charges were filed after clients discovered bodies decomposing at Richardson Mortuary
West Houston crime: Authorities on scene of illegal gambling investigation, several arrests made
An investigation continues after authorities executed a search warrant on a business in West Houston on Wednesday.
An investigation continues after authorities executed a search warrant on a business in West Houston on Wednesday.
Houston police search for man accused of performing lewd act at senior apartment complex
Houston police say they are searching for a man who's accused of performing a lewd act at a senior community complex.
Houston police say they are searching for a man who's accused of performing a lewd act at a senior community complex.
DA's office wants career thief with 20 theft charges held with no bond
A repeat felony theft suspect accused of stealing high-priced items from major retailers across the Houston area is now being held without bond as prosecutors push for an unusual detention request despite the charges being non-violent. Court records show Cody Boutte has faced 20 felony theft charges since 2020 and has served prison time three times.
A repeat felony theft suspect accused of stealing high-priced items from major retailers across the Houston area is now being held without bond as prosecutors push for an unusual detention request despite the charges being non-violent. Court records show Cody Boutte has faced 20 felony theft charges since 2020 and has served prison time three times.
NE Harris County: Port Arthur ISD teacher killed by wife's ex during custody exchange
Gary Davis is charged with the death of Marlon Sanders. Officials say the suspect fired shots while his ex was picking up their baby girl from him.
Gary Davis is charged with the death of Marlon Sanders. Officials say the suspect fired shots while his ex was picking up their baby girl from him.
Houston City Council receives update on enhanced Ebola screening at Bush Airport
Houston is now home to one of only three airports in the entire country routing and screening passengers arriving from parts of Africa currently battling an Ebola outbreak. During a Houston City Council meeting Wednesday morning, local officials stressed that there is no immediate cause for panic.
Houston is now home to one of only three airports in the entire country routing and screening passengers arriving from parts of Africa currently battling an Ebola outbreak. During a Houston City Council meeting Wednesday morning, local officials stressed that there is no immediate cause for panic.
Houston shooting: 2 people shot on Cardiff Road, authorities investigating
Officials said the shooting occurred near the intersection of Cardiff Road and Mooney Road just after 5:15 p.m.
Officials said the shooting occurred near the intersection of Cardiff Road and Mooney Road just after 5:15 p.m.
Houston man sentenced to 4 years in federal prison for ‘Hook and Chain’ ATM burglary spree
A 24-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for his role in a multi-state ATM burglary spree that targeted banks in North Texas and Arizona using stolen trucks and chains and hooks to rip open cash machines, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Texas.
A 24-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for his role in a multi-state ATM burglary spree that targeted banks in North Texas and Arizona using stolen trucks and chains and hooks to rip open cash machines, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Texas.
Houston felon guilty of selling 66 guns, switches to undercover agents
A Houston man was found guilty for selling weapons while unlicensed, and accepting cash and meth as payment.
A Houston man was found guilty for selling weapons while unlicensed, and accepting cash and meth as payment.
Houston weather: Storms possible overnight, Severe Thunderstorm Watch
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday for several Southeast Texas counties.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 5 a.m. Wednesday for several Southeast Texas counties.
Texas primary runoff election night key takeaways
A look at some of the biggest races and takeaways from the Texas primary runoff elections.
A look at some of the biggest races and takeaways from the Texas primary runoff elections.
Awaiting results in Harris County Judge runoff races
Votes are still being counted in the Democratic and Republican primary runoff races for Harris County judge.
Votes are still being counted in the Democratic and Republican primary runoff races for Harris County judge.
Christian Menefee beats Al Green in Democratic runoff in Texas' District 18
Incumbent Congressman Christian Menefee beat District 9 Congressman Al Green in the Democratic runoff for U.S. Representative in Texas' 18th Congressional District.
Incumbent Congressman Christian Menefee beat District 9 Congressman Al Green in the Democratic runoff for U.S. Representative in Texas' 18th Congressional District.
Texas AG Ken Paxton beats John Cornyn in Republican U.S. Senate runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton beat incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff election for U.S. Senate.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton beat incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff election for U.S. Senate.
Live updates, results: Texas primary runoff election 2026 in Houston
Live updates on the Texas Democratic and Primary Runoff Elections in Houston, Harris County, Montgomery County, Fort Bend County and the surrounding areas on May 26, 2026.
Live updates on the Texas Democratic and Primary Runoff Elections in Houston, Harris County, Montgomery County, Fort Bend County and the surrounding areas on May 26, 2026.