Houston weather: FOX 26 Storm Alert Day issued for Thursday through early Friday
Thursday through early Friday are now FOX 26 Storm Alert Days and will likely feature rounds of heavy rain and a few strong to severe storms!
Texas Governor Greg Abbott requests presidential disaster declaration following recent severe weather
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is asking for President Joe Biden to declare a presidential disaster declaration following the recent severe weather and flooding in the area.
Louisiana couple arrested in Baytown, charged with attempted murder of teen
Authorities in Terrebonne Parish in Louisiana have charged a Thibodaux couple in connection with an attempted murder investigation of a 15-year-old that was discovered during a traffic incident in Baytown, Texas.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles funneling money to Colorado charter schools accusations addressed
According Reporter Brett Shipp, Miles started three Third Future Schools in Colorado after leaving Dallas ISD in 2015, and then the charter network expanded to Texas with more schools starting in 2020.
Nigerian sentenced for $5.7M scheme with victims in more than 20 countries
Uche Victor Diuno was sentenced to federal prison for his role in a fraud scheme that targeted victims in over 20 countries by impersonating bank executives and promising fake investments.
WWII veteran victim of fraud scheme by alleged 'Christian' company
A 92-year-old World War II veteran was scammed out of more than $300,000 in a shocking fraud scheme orchestrated by a group posing as a Christian investment company.
Humble ISD places superintendent on leave, names acting replacement
Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Fagen has been put on administrative leave, effective May 14, 2024, following a 4-2 vote with one abstention.
Clear Lake High School student had gun in backpack: officials
A Clear Lake High School student is facing criminal and disciplinary consequences after a handgun was found in the student’s backpack on Wednesday morning, officials say.
Protesters block entrance to Port of Houston in solidarity with Palestine
A group of protesters briefly disrupted traffic at the Port of Houston on Wednesday morning, causing a temporary closure of the northbound entrance ramp to the port.
Galveston bridge collapse: Pelican Island Bridge hit by barge
The Pelican Island Bridge was struck by a barge, knocking out power, the Galveston County Office of Emergency Management confirms.
Houston crime: Two more suspects await trial in Galleria shooting case, shooter sentenced to 60 years
In a decisive resolution to a high-profile case, a 22-year-old suspect has pleaded guilty to dual counts of homicide in connection to the tragic 2021 double murder at a Galleria-area establishment.
Houston man accused of kidnapping New Mexico baby whose mother, another woman were shot, killed
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico, 26-year-old Alek Isaiah Collins, of Manvel, was charged by criminal complaint with interstate kidnapping of a child for allegedly kidnapping a New Mexico girl whose mother and another woman were found shot and killed at a park.
Report: Texas tax dollars diverted out-of-state to charter schools founded by Mike Miles
According to Brett Shipp, Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles started three Third Future Schools in Colorado after leaving Dallas ISD in 2015, and then the charter network expanded to Texas with more schools starting in 2020.
Houston shooting on Shannon Hills Drive; teen in critical condition
A teen was taken to the hospital in critical condition after reportedly shooting himself while handling a gun in the backyard of a Houston home, authorities say.
Fox Chase Court shooting: Couple found dead, murder-suicide suspected
Authorities are on the scene of a murder-suicide on Fox Chase Court in Harris County.
FAFSA delays may cause some students to choose lower cost colleges, or not attend this fall
Many students are still waiting to determine which college they will attend, as FAFSA problems have delayed schools from sending out financial aid award letters.
Houston weather: Pleasant Wednesday morning, then very warm
Wednesday is going to be another hot one. Trouble arrives again by Thursday with a good chance for heavy rain, especially north of Houston.
Breaking Bond: Same judge takes no action against defendant on probation, free on bond at the same time
A Houston judge is facing criticism for allowing a woman who violated probation and committed new crimes to remain free.
Houston fire: 1 killed in early morning weekend house fire
An investigation is underway following a deadly house fire in Acres Homes over the weekend.
Meet Chuck! Houston Zoo welcomes new bull elephant
The Houston Zoo welcomes a new 15-year-old bull elephant named Chuck to the Bayou City all the way from Denver!