Houston Food Bank hosting distribution sites for those impacted by government shutdown
The Houston Food Bank has multiple sites planned throughout the month of November.
Texans growing more pessimistic about the economy, new poll finds
43% of Texans polled said their personal economic situation is worse compared to one year ago.
Pet monkey seen leaving Texas Spirit Halloween with owner in new bodycam
The monkey was captured in previous viral video swinging from the store's rafters after being spooked by a Halloween animatronic.
Dr. Phil's media company ordered to liquidate in bankruptcy case
Judge Scott Everett called the case an "anomaly" saying it arrived in court in "complete liquidation mode."
Texas election 2025: What can I take to vote? Do I need an ID?
Can I bring my sample ballot to vote in Texas? How about my phone? My child? My gun? Here's what you can and can't bring with you to polling locations. Plus, what forms of ID are acceptable.
Houston 'brick lady' sentenced in GoFundMe theft case
In 2023, Roda Osman became known online as the “brick lady” after claiming that a man hit her in the head with a brick because she wouldn’t give him her phone number. She went on to collect $42,000 through a GoFundMe campaign. On Wednesday, a jury found her guilty of theft.
San Luis Bridge fire mostly contained after nearly 90 acres burned
The scene was initially reported as a small grass fire, but it spread quickly due to 25 mph winds.
Houston steakhouse hosting murder mystery-themed dinner for Halloween
Prepare for a spine-tingling night of mystery and mouthwatering cuisine as Juliet Steakhouse hosts an exclusive Murder Mystery Dinner this Halloween. Indulge in a captivating four-course dining experience packed with twists, turns, and delicious flavors — all for $85 per guest.
Cat, owner reunite in Houston after months and miles apart
Eddie might not have 9 lives, but he's got a tale to tell.
Houston Food Bank gives out goods ahead of possible SNAP shutdown Nov. 1
The Houston Food Bank says at least 425,000 households rely on SNAP every month.
Houston Food Bank gives goods as SNAP benefits potentially run out
The Houston Food Bank gave away goods to families as many worry about a possible federal food assistance halt coming in November. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez spoke to a TSA agent, a federal worker missing paychecks, who volunteered at the event.
Houston City Council approves purchase of East Downtown property for homeless facility
Houston City Council approved the purchase of a property in East Downtown to create a centralized homeless intake facility.
Harris County commissioner raising alarm over $47 million pay increase for county employees
Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey is sounding the alarm about a $47 million proposal aimed at raising salaries for County employees under a certain pay grade.
Harris County commissioner speaks against multi-million increase in employee pay
Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey is sounding the alarm about a $47 million proposal aimed to raise salaries for County employees under a certain pay grade.
Houston City Council approves property purchase for homeless facility
On Wednesday, Houston City Council approved the purchase of a property in East Downtown to create the city’s first centralized homeless intake facility. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour explains the information available so far and why one councilmember voted against the purchase.
Texas border agents seize truck stuffed with snakes and lizards headed to Mexico
U.S. Border Patrol officers seized more than 100 snakes, spiders, lizards and salamanders from a truck attempting to cross over the border into Mexico.
Houston Police seeking persons of interest in fatal Greenspoint apartment shooting
A man was fatally shot in early October at his apartment on Plaza Verde Drive. Police released pictures of three of the four persons of interest.
'Smart Wall' border technology planned for Big Bend National Park area
The federal government’s $4.5 billion “Smart Wall" project will add hundreds of miles of high-tech border security, including detection systems through Big Bend National Park.
'Vehicle of interest' wanted in fatal Sugar Land shooting
In June 2025, a man was found fatally shot on SH-6 South. The vehicle of interest is described as a gray 2013-2019 Nissan Sentra.
Oil spill prompts closure in Galveston Ship Channel, Coast Guard says
The Galveston Ship Channel is closed from Gulf Coppers to the Pelican Island Bridge.