Secretary Rollins Testifies on Texas Screwworm Strategy
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Before the House Ag Committee, Secretary Brooke Rollins details a $1B federal push, including a fast-tracked sterile fly plant in Mission, Texas, to eradicate the screwworm.

Texas rides Teagan Kavan, Katie Stewart to 7-3 win over Texas Tech to open WCWS title series

Teagan Kavan pitched a complete-game three-hitter, Katie Stewart hit her fourth home run in as many games, and Texas opened the Women’s College World Series championship round with a 7-3 victory over Texas Tech on Wednesday night.

Family sues City of Houston after 9-year-old allegedly shocked by light pole at F.M. Law Park

A Houston mother is speaking out after her 9-year-old son was allegedly shocked by a light pole at a city park, weeks before another boy was hospitalized after touching the same pole. The family has filed a civil lawsuit against the City of Houston, CenterPoint Energy and other parties.

Lawsuit filed after boy was shocked at Houston park
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A family is suing Houston and CenterPoint Energy after their 9-year-old son was shocked by a light pole at F.M. Law Park. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann explains. 

Massive water bill spikes in Magnolia
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If you're thinking about buying or renting in the burbs like Magnolia or Spring, you might want to find out who your water company will be and how much you'll be paying. FOX 26's Randy Wallace explains. 

New video in deadly Lake Jackson shooting
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FOX 26 has obtained surveillance video following a deadly officer-involved shooting in Lake Jackson on Monday. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains. 

Houston City Council tackles budget challenges, new admin fee ahead of June 10 vote

Houston Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed budget faced a wave of mixed reactions from city officials, labor unions, and frustrated residents during a City Council meeting on Wednesday, where a new admin fee for garbage pickup and the diversion of public utility funds took center stage.

Italian exchange student at Cy Creek HS goes viral after principal's graduation surprise

An Italian foreign exchange student became a Houston TikTok sensation after a hilarious accent mix-up led his host family to buy him a chicken pot pie instead of his bucket-list request for Popeyes. While Cypress-Fairbanks ISD policy prevented him from officially walking the graduation stage, he was still celebrated at commencement.

US-Iran strikes continue as talks slow
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The US and Iran have been trading missile attacks again as their ceasefire is tested.

Mixed reactions to proposed Houston 2027 budget
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed budget faced a wave of mixed reactions from city officials, labor unions, and frustrated residents during a City Council meeting on Wednesday. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle gives a recap of the meeting.

'Accidental' shooting critically injures 19-year-old
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An 18-year-old has reportedly been arrested for accidently shooting his 19-year-old friend in Humble. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour breaks down the details from authorities and why one attorney says the term "accidental shooting" tends to be avoided.

Gruene Hall gets a major upgrade to beat the Texas summer heat

Gruene Hall, Texas’ oldest continually operating dance hall, is getting a little cooler without compromising an inch of its history.

Texas volleyball coach arrested after messages expose alleged relationship with student

A Bexar County educator has been arrested after investigators alleged she engaged in an intimate relationship with a student and tried to coach them to keep it secret.

California tech CEO accused of smuggling US equipment to Iran's military, nuclear programs

Despite owning a $35 million Orange County mansion, dual US-Iranian national Jamshid Ghomi reported a peak annual income of just $20,684 and fraudulently claimed low-income tax credits for seven years, prosecutors said.

FBI warns of online spoofing ahead of FIFA World Cup
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The FIFA World Cup is days away and fans Christina Garza with FBI Houston warns fans about the online spoofing concerns. This means cybercriminals are creating fake websites to gain people's personal information. 

San Antonio nuns become viral sensations after scoring VIP treatment at Spurs playoff game

A group of San Antonio Spurs-supporting nuns have become the unexpected breakout stars of the NBA playoffs, bringing a dose of divine enthusiasm as their favorite team prepares to square off against the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.