Federal agents seize $6.8M in cocaine in Laredo from truck hauling flowers

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized nearly $7 million worth of cocaine from a tractor-trailer claiming to be carrying fresh flowers.

'We still do': Married couples of 60+ years renew vows on Valentine's Eve

Four Houston-area couples renewed their commitment to one another on Valentine's Eve. FOX 26 spoke to two of those couples, each with over 60 years of marriage under their belts. 

Downtown Houston gets a cooling makeover ahead of the FIFA World Cup

Houston’s heat is no joke. and with the FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the city is taking action to help residents and visitors stay cool. Construction is now underway in downtown Houston as part of a major effort to lower temperatures and create more comfortable walking corridors in preparation for the big event.

Famed Houston forensic artist breaks retirement to release unofficial sketch in Nancy Guthrie search

The world-record-holding artist says she felt a deep emotional pull to help the Guthrie family and is willing to face professional criticism if her unofficial contribution leads to a break in the high-profile case.

Hunt accuses Cornyn's camp of 'doxxing' amid voter fraud allegations

U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Houston) is accusing the campaign team for Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) of "doxxing," after a social media post accused the congressman of voter fraud.

Armed ambush at Cypress Costco: Uncle thwarts robbery in dramatic parking lot gunfight

A high-end watch sale at a Cypress Costco turned into a shootout after three armed suspects attempted an ambush. Read more on how an armed uncle intervened and Constable Mark Herman’s blunt warning to online sellers.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston committee previews anti-trafficking plan

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host committee explained how they plan on tackling issues like labor and sex trafficking during events like Fan Festival and others.

Federal court upholds Texas' ban on paid ballot harvesting

A federal appeals court will allow Texas to enforce restrictions on paid ballot harvesting, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the measure unconstitutional.

Texans accused in alleged $220M nationwide cattle fraud scheme

Two Texas residents were a part of five people federally indicted for an alleged cattle purchase contract scheme worth around $220 million. 

Rockets midseason report: All-star power, unanswered questions

At the Midseason, mark of the NBA, the Houston Rockets find themselves firmly in the Western Conference playoffs race, fueled by All-Star performances and defensive consistency. Injuries have tested Houston's depth and created problems on offense, but the team remains in a strong position.

2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour in Texas: Schedule and how to get tickets

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is bringing soccer’s most iconic prize to Texas this spring, offering fans in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio a rare chance to see the original solid-gold trophy and participate in interactive fan festivals ahead of the summer tournament.

Houston shooting: 15-year-old hospitalized, suspects fled in truck

Houston police are at the scene of a shooting in northeast Houston after reports a teen was shot in an apparent drive-by shooting.

'Taking advantage of parents’ love': Paxton sues cord blood bank, alleges it misled new parents

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against a company that stores umbilical cord stem cells from newborns, claiming the company uses misleading practices to convince new parents to use the company.

22 arrested in Harris County prostitution sting, child found in suspect's car

A 39-year-old father was among 18 men arrested in a Houston-area sex sting after allegedly bringing his 5-year-old child to a solicitation meeting. Read the full report from Constable Mark Herman on the multi-day operation.