Long TSA lines in Houston push travelers to hit the road

Hours-long TSA lines at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston are prompting many travelers to find alternative ways to get to their destinations.

After life-threatening infection, teen golfer finds inspiration at Texas Children's Houston Open

After recovering from a staph infection and kidney failure last year, a Cypress Woods High School golf player found inspiration walking alongside PGA Tour players at the Texas Children's Houston Open.

Trump signs emergency order to pay TSA agents as IAH wait times top two hours Friday

President Donald Trump signed an emergency order Friday directing the Department of Homeland Security to pay TSA agents immediately, bypassing a deadlocked Congress on Day 42 of the partial government shutdown. The move comes as Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) faces what the president is officially calling a "National Security Emergency."

No Kings protests in Houston on March 28: Where, what they are

"No Kings" protests will be held across the U.S. on Saturday, including in Houston and surrounding areas. Here's where the rallies are happening and what they are protesting.

Houston weather: Cooler, more comfortable weekend ahead

A weak front moves through, bringing in slightly cooler and noticeably drier air for Saturday and Sunday.

Connecticut Sun reach deal to move team to Houston, bring back Comets: AP source

The Connecticut Sun have reached an agreement to sell the team to Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta for $300 million and will move to Houston in 2027, according to a person familiar with the deal.

Driver found dead in bullet-ridden vehicle north of Jacinto City

A man was found dead inside a crashed vehicle that was riddled with bullet holes in an area north of Jacinto City, according to Houston police.

Illinois stuns Houston 65-55 in Sweet 16, faces Iowa in South Region Final

The No. 3 seed Illinois Fighting Illini advanced to the Elite Eight by stifling the No. 2 seed Houston Cougars in a 65-55 defensive victory during the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Houston rents may be cooling, but affordability remains a challenge for many renters

Rent increases in Houston are starting to slow, according to researchers at Rice University’s Kinder Institute. But experts say housing remains unaffordable for many renters.

Road rage suspect pulls out machete on woman in Harris County: VIDEO

Harris County authorities are investigating an apparent road rage incident that was caught on video near Willowbrook on Thursday.

Texas metros make up 4 of top 10 in latest US census growth data

While the latest U.S. census data finds slow growth affecting large metros across the nation as a whole, four Texas areas were listed among the top 10 fastest-growing. 

Houston weather: Another warm day ahead for Friday

Drier but slightly cooler air will be moving into the Houston area this weekend, but we've got to get through a warm day on Friday.

Victim speaks after being threatened with machete
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A woman shared video of a man threatening her with a machete during a road rage incident on Thursday. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to the victim and authorities.

Astros 2026 Opening Day game: Time, how to watch, Street Fest

The Houston Astros are kicking off the 2026 season at home on Thursday. Here's everything you need to know about the game time, tickets, street fest and how to watch from home.

Houston traffic tips to know before Thursday's big sports day

Thursday will be a very busy day across the City of Houston. That means traffic problems for everyone across the city for a good chunk of the day.

Texas hemp shop sues to block new 'Total THC' rules set for March 31

A Texas-based hemp retailer has filed a lawsuit in Travis County to block new state regulations scheduled to take effect March 31, 2026, that would effectively ban many currently legal hemp products.

1990 'Lover's Lane' cold case: Suspect arrested, charged with capital murder

After almost 36 years, an arrest has been made and charges filed in connection to the 1990 “Lover's Lane" murders of a young man and woman in Houston.