How to launch emergency calls, text messages when cell service goes down
In a hurricane or a flood, you could lose cell phone service and Wi-Fi. But there is new technology that you may not even know you have on your phone that can help you contact loved ones and emergency responders.
In a hurricane or a flood, you could lose cell phone service and Wi-Fi. But there is new technology that you may not even know you have on your phone that can help you contact loved ones and emergency responders.
Houston news today: Girl, man shot; Humble mall bomb threat
Today's Houston news for July 28, 2025 includes a shooting that injured a 12-year-old girl and a 19-year-old man, a bomb threat the prompted the evacuation of Deerbrook Mall in Humble, a Houston man convicted in a migrant smuggling case and a look at today's weather forecast.
Today's Houston news for July 28, 2025 includes a shooting that injured a 12-year-old girl and a 19-year-old man, a bomb threat the prompted the evacuation of Deerbrook Mall in Humble, a Houston man convicted in a migrant smuggling case and a look at today's weather forecast.
Houston weather: Sunny, hot Monday; some storms possible
Houston weather forecast for today, Monday, July 28, 2025.
Houston weather forecast for today, Monday, July 28, 2025.
President Trump and European Union reach trade deal
Here's the details of the deal: the E.U. has agreed to purchase more U.S. military weapons and equipment, and both sides agreed to a 15% tariff across the board, including on automobiles.
Here's the details of the deal: the E.U. has agreed to purchase more U.S. military weapons and equipment, and both sides agreed to a 15% tariff across the board, including on automobiles.
Woman charged in fatal shooting of local elderly woman
A Houston woman has been charged with murder after allegedly killing another woman who was collecting cans at an apartment complex.
A Houston woman has been charged with murder after allegedly killing another woman who was collecting cans at an apartment complex.
Houston racing lounge offers VR driving experience
If you have a need for speed, Velocity | Sim Racing Lounge allows you to do it safely. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez checks it out.
If you have a need for speed, Velocity | Sim Racing Lounge allows you to do it safely. FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez checks it out.
Southeast Houston: Toddler fatally struck by adult sibling's vehicle, police say
Police say the baby girl ran into a parking lot while her family was unloading groceries. Her sibling started driving without knowing she was by his vehicle.
Police say the baby girl ran into a parking lot while her family was unloading groceries. Her sibling started driving without knowing she was by his vehicle.
National Guardsman from Houston convicted for smuggling migrants into U.S., ICE says
According to ICE, the verdict was reached after a one-day trial and less than one hour of jury deliberation.
According to ICE, the verdict was reached after a one-day trial and less than one hour of jury deliberation.
Houston weather: Bracing for near-triple-digit heat this week
After a humid Sunday with isolated showers, the Houston area is preparing for a return to scorching temperatures and triple-digit "feels-like" conditions as high pressure moves back into the region next week.
After a humid Sunday with isolated showers, the Houston area is preparing for a return to scorching temperatures and triple-digit "feels-like" conditions as high pressure moves back into the region next week.
E-scooters may be banned in downtown Houston
Houston city leaders are reviewing a potential ban on electric scooters in the downtown area, a move that could impact both riders and shop owners who rely on them for business.
Houston city leaders are reviewing a potential ban on electric scooters in the downtown area, a move that could impact both riders and shop owners who rely on them for business.
Downtown Houston residents, business owners weigh in on potential e-scooter ban
Houston city leaders are reviewing a potential ban on electric scooters in the downtown area, a move that could impact both riders and shop owners who rely on them for business.
Houston city leaders are reviewing a potential ban on electric scooters in the downtown area, a move that could impact both riders and shop owners who rely on them for business.
Houston Texans fans come for Training Day 4
The Texans had some extra viewers during training on Saturday. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke to fans at training day and gives a recap from the team.
The Texans had some extra viewers during training on Saturday. FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke to fans at training day and gives a recap from the team.
Neighborhood wine bar offers four-course Italian dinner for Houston Restaurant Weeks
Bacaro will offer a $55 four-course meal for Houston Restaurant Weeks.
Bacaro will offer a $55 four-course meal for Houston Restaurant Weeks.
I-45 North reopens following deadly crash
The lanes were reopened at about 1 p.m.
The lanes were reopened at about 1 p.m.
Southwest Houston: Driver fatally rear-ended by another vehicle near Beltway 8, police say
A vehicle was sitting at a stoplight when it was rear-ended by a vehicle that was reportedly speeding.
A vehicle was sitting at a stoplight when it was rear-ended by a vehicle that was reportedly speeding.
Driver fatally struck by another vehicle in southwest Houston
Officials say the driver was sitting at a stoplight near Beltway 8 when the vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle.
Officials say the driver was sitting at a stoplight near Beltway 8 when the vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle.
Ground Stop ends at Bush, Hobby airports following Friday thunderstorms
A ground stop has ended for both Hobby Airport (HOU) and Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) following storms that traveled through Greater Houston.
A ground stop has ended for both Hobby Airport (HOU) and Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) following storms that traveled through Greater Houston.
Trade work emphasized as alternative job route
For students who aren't interested in a four-year college degree, there's a shift in interest in trade work. FOX 26's Tom Zizka explains the high demand for electrical lineman in the Houston area.
For students who aren't interested in a four-year college degree, there's a shift in interest in trade work. FOX 26's Tom Zizka explains the high demand for electrical lineman in the Houston area.
Houston community advocate defends top Georgia recruit after arrest
Star football player and Georgia commit, Chace Calicut is heading into his senior year at North Shore. Right now, the 17-year-old is facing serious charges following a violent driving incident.
Star football player and Georgia commit, Chace Calicut is heading into his senior year at North Shore. Right now, the 17-year-old is facing serious charges following a violent driving incident.
Family seeks answers for suspect fatally shot by Houston Police
Tony Underwood died nearly three months after being shot by an officer during a chase.
Tony Underwood died nearly three months after being shot by an officer during a chase.



















