Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
Legal battle over Texas 'Total THC' rule and licensing fees delayed until April 28
The high-stakes legal showdown over the future of Texas’ hemp industry has been pushed back. A hearing on the continuation of the lifted ban, originally scheduled for today, April 23, has been postponed by agreement between legal counsel until at least April 28.
The high-stakes legal showdown over the future of Texas’ hemp industry has been pushed back. A hearing on the continuation of the lifted ban, originally scheduled for today, April 23, has been postponed by agreement between legal counsel until at least April 28.
Conroe PD launches drone program to improve response times and public safety
The Conroe Police Department is rolling out a new drone program called the “Drone as First Responder" which is designed to improve response times and enhance safety for both officers and the public. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke one-on-one with Chief Jon Buckholtz about the new program.
The Conroe Police Department is rolling out a new drone program called the “Drone as First Responder" which is designed to improve response times and enhance safety for both officers and the public. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke one-on-one with Chief Jon Buckholtz about the new program.
Harris County crash: Motorcyclist critically injured after crashing into back of truck on Beaumont Highway
Authorities are on the scene after a motorcyclist crashed into the back of a truck, officials said.
Authorities are on the scene after a motorcyclist crashed into the back of a truck, officials said.
Mexican national sentenced to 17+ years for smuggling meth in propane tanks
A Mexican man was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison after federal agents found 163kg of meth hidden inside propane tanks at the Texas border.
A Mexican man was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison after federal agents found 163kg of meth hidden inside propane tanks at the Texas border.
Missing Yorkie in Houston prompts pet recovery scam warning
A Houston woman searching for her missing emotional support dog says scammers are exploiting her distress, sending fake messages demanding money in exchange for the pet’s return—highlighting a growing trend targeting vulnerable pet owners.
A Houston woman searching for her missing emotional support dog says scammers are exploiting her distress, sending fake messages demanding money in exchange for the pet’s return—highlighting a growing trend targeting vulnerable pet owners.
Armenian national pleads guilty in Texas to smuggling U.S. tech to Russia
An Armenian national has pleaded guilty to a multi-year conspiracy involving the illegal export of restricted U.S. technology to Russia in violation of federal sanctions.
An Armenian national has pleaded guilty to a multi-year conspiracy involving the illegal export of restricted U.S. technology to Russia in violation of federal sanctions.
Calls for accountability grow after video allegedly shows HPD officer using racial slurs
Calls for accountability are growing after a video surfaced appearing to show a Houston police officer repeatedly using racial slurs. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump says the case could raise questions about arrests and testimony.
Calls for accountability are growing after a video surfaced appearing to show a Houston police officer repeatedly using racial slurs. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump says the case could raise questions about arrests and testimony.
Houston City Council votes on immigration police change amid threat of losing $110M in grants
Houston City Council has voted on changes to a city ordinance that outlines how police should interact with federal immigration authorities.
Houston City Council has voted on changes to a city ordinance that outlines how police should interact with federal immigration authorities.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Standout Klein Oak student-athlete and mother killed in tragic Monday crash
A Spring mother and her 18-year-old son, a standout senior athlete at Klein Oak High School, were killed Monday evening in a two-vehicle crash on I-45 in Madison County. Kenny Kabano is now being memorialized by his classmates and former school community.
A Spring mother and her 18-year-old son, a standout senior athlete at Klein Oak High School, were killed Monday evening in a two-vehicle crash on I-45 in Madison County. Kenny Kabano is now being memorialized by his classmates and former school community.
2 Texas universities named to Forbes "New Ivies" list for AI-ready graduates
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Harris County crime: Wanted suspects detained following traffic stop, chase
Two suspects are behind bars following a chase on Wednesday afternoon in Harris County, authorities said.
Two suspects are behind bars following a chase on Wednesday afternoon in Harris County, authorities said.
Kalshi fines, suspends Texas politician for betting on his own election
A Texas congressional candidate and two other politicians in other states have been fined and suspended from prediction market Kalshi for trading on their own races, the company said Wednesday.
A Texas congressional candidate and two other politicians in other states have been fined and suspended from prediction market Kalshi for trading on their own races, the company said Wednesday.
Harris County detention officers 'no billed' for man's death while leaving jail
A grand jury has decided not to prosecute six Harris County detention officers for the death of Alexis Cardenas. He became unresponsive during an incident as he was leaving jail in July 2025.
A grand jury has decided not to prosecute six Harris County detention officers for the death of Alexis Cardenas. He became unresponsive during an incident as he was leaving jail in July 2025.
Supreme Court allows wounded veteran's lawsuit against Texas-based company to move forward
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that an Irving-based company does not get a blanket shield from a lawsuit by a veteran wounded by a suicide bomb just because the incident happened during wartime.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that an Irving-based company does not get a blanket shield from a lawsuit by a veteran wounded by a suicide bomb just because the incident happened during wartime.
Memphis Police: Remains of 3 children found in drainage area
Police in Memphis, Tennessee, say they have recovered the remains of three children between 3 and 7 years old after a caller reported a possible human skull in a wooded area.
Police in Memphis, Tennessee, say they have recovered the remains of three children between 3 and 7 years old after a caller reported a possible human skull in a wooded area.
Chemical leak at West Virginia plant kills 2, hospitalizes dozens
A chemical leak at a West Virginia plant killed two people and sent about 30 others to hospitals on Wednesday.
A chemical leak at a West Virginia plant killed two people and sent about 30 others to hospitals on Wednesday.