Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Court says Satanism evidence was allowed in Texas death penalty case
A federal appeals court upheld a Texas death row inmate's sentence, finding that state courts did not unreasonably allow evidence of his affiliation with Satanism because it was relevant to “future dangerousness.”
A federal appeals court upheld a Texas death row inmate's sentence, finding that state courts did not unreasonably allow evidence of his affiliation with Satanism because it was relevant to “future dangerousness.”
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
4th of July deals and freebies
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
July 4th: What's open and closed
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Driver found with multiple gunshot wounds after crashing into Harris Co. home
Harris County deputies are investigating after a driver was discovered to have multiple gunshot wounds after crashing into a home.
Harris County deputies are investigating after a driver was discovered to have multiple gunshot wounds after crashing into a home.
Houston Fire Department engine derails METRORail train near downtown
The firetruck was reportedly going to an emergency call when it struck the METRORail.
The firetruck was reportedly going to an emergency call when it struck the METRORail.
Repairman found dead inside vacant Atascocita home for sale, suspect in custody
A repairman was found shot to death inside a vacant house after his worried family tracked his work vehicle to a home in Atascocita.
A repairman was found shot to death inside a vacant house after his worried family tracked his work vehicle to a home in Atascocita.
$3.7M worth of cocaine seized from cucumber truck at Texas border, according to CBP
CBP officers in South Texas seized over $3.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a commercial shipment of cucumbers, triggering a federal criminal investigation.
CBP officers in South Texas seized over $3.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a commercial shipment of cucumbers, triggering a federal criminal investigation.
New era: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, publicist says
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. Here's what we know about the ceremony, the star-studded celebration and their “love story."
Houston FIFA Fan Festival pauses entry for July 3
Organizers are not allowing others into the festival area until more space is available.
Organizers are not allowing others into the festival area until more space is available.
Third person charged in connection to death of Montgomery County deputy
Officials say the third suspect was involved in the initial I-45 crash that brought deputies to the scene.
Officials say the third suspect was involved in the initial I-45 crash that brought deputies to the scene.
San Antonio’s Alamo reopens restored Paseo del Alamo walkway
The Alamo has officially reopened its beautifully restored Paseo del Alamo, a major milestone in a $700M redevelopment project that seamlessly connects the historic site to the San Antonio River Walk!
The Alamo has officially reopened its beautifully restored Paseo del Alamo, a major milestone in a $700M redevelopment project that seamlessly connects the historic site to the San Antonio River Walk!
Galveston I-45 crash kills 1, injures others
The cause of the crash is under investigation
The cause of the crash is under investigation
Mother, 2 kids killed in suspected murder-suicide at Braeswood hotel
Officials say the mother shot her children before turning the gun on herself.
Officials say the mother shot her children before turning the gun on herself.
Texas Bullion Depository announces 2026 Lone Star Gold and Silver Series
Texas is making history by launching the first-ever state-authorized precious metals program, featuring commemorative "Lone Star" gold and silver coins available this July!
Texas is making history by launching the first-ever state-authorized precious metals program, featuring commemorative "Lone Star" gold and silver coins available this July!
Houston shooting: Gunfire erupts outside Sunnyside church during funeral service
Houston police say gunfire erupted outside of a Sunnyside church where a funeral service was being held on Friday.
Houston police say gunfire erupted outside of a Sunnyside church where a funeral service was being held on Friday.