Phoenix morgue burglary suspect accused of sexual contact with dead bodies

A 31-year-old man was arrested after allegedly using a crowbar to break into the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office and having sexual contact with multiple corpses.

Former U.S. attorney accused of leaving scene of Houston crash
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Jennifer Lowery, the former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas, is accused of leaving the scene of a crash in Houston. Records show Lowery was charged with failure to stop and render aid last week following a crash on May 14. (Credit: Ali Husainat via Storyful)

Nephew's DNA ID's World War II Marine killed in 1944

The burial, with full military honors for World War II veteran Helmut Fred Behlert, is a homecoming that almost didn't happen. U.S. Marine PFC Behlert was buried on Wednesday at the Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno, California, about 14 miles south-west of San Francisco.

14-year-old boy hospitalized after being shocked by light pole at SE Houston park

A 14-year-old boy is recovering in the hospital after he was shocked by an energized light pole while playing at a park in southeast Houston Tuesday evening.

Student entrepreneurs seek seed funding, mentorship
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In tonight's Bayou City Buzz, FOX 26's Coco Dominguez was there as several student entrepreneurs put their best foot forward all in the hopes of winning seed funding and mentorship from some big names. Here are the winners. 

Teen hospitalized after touching light pole at Houston park
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A 14-year-old boy playing at a park in southeast Houston was rushed to the hospital after he was shocked by a light pole. Houston Fire Department confirmed the incident occurred Tuesday night around 7 p.m. at the F.M. Law park along Vasser Road. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann has more. 

Texas man accused of secretly giving abortion medication to pregnant woman faces historic charges: prosecutors

Montgomery County prosecutors say a Texas man accused of secretly giving abortion medication to a pregnant woman without her consent is facing charges that could mark the first prosecution of its kind under the state’s abortion statute.

Harris County murder defendant agrees to plead guilty to lesser charge; won't spend one day in prison

The family of Jessica Perry says they are devastated and angry after the man who admitted assaulting her and causing her death was sentenced to deferred probation instead of prison time.

Texas man facing unique Texas abortion charges
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A Montgomery County man is facing felony charges in what prosecutors say may be the first prosecution of its kind under Texas’ abortion statute. 

Pooh Shiesty trial date set for alleged Gucci Mane kidnapping, robbery case

Rapper Pooh Shiesty is set to stand trial this July over federal allegations that he and eight others kidnapped and robbed Gucci Mane in Dallas.

Raúl Castro: Discussing US charging former Cuba president
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Political Science Professor Richard Stoll joined Caroline Collins on FOX 26's "Houston Live and Local" to give his thoughts on the US indicting former Cuban president Raúl Castro.

World Cup 2026: Tips to spot ticket scams
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With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just weeks away, scammers are using AI to target soccer fans looking to see a game. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke to experts on how to avoid those ticketing scams.

Acres Homes residents demand answers after abandoned RV sits for weeks on Victory Drive

Residents in Houston’s Acres Homes community say they are frustrated and concerned after an abandoned RV remains on Victory Drive for more than two weeks despite repeated complaints to the City of Houston.

Harris County Flood Control Chief faces scrutiny under $800M resiliency deadline

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo calls for the removal of Flood Control Director Dr. Tina Petersen over severe infrastructure delays risking $868 million in federal grants, as county commissioners split on local management versus bureaucratic red tape.

Democrat for Texas Governor Gina Hinojosa favors returning billions in state 'Rainy Day Fund' to Texans

Democrat for Texas Governor Gina Hinojosa believes the path to defeating incumbent Governor Greg Abbott runs right through millions of Texas households struggling mightily to make ends meet on a monthly and sometimes daily basis.

Harris County judge, commissioners at odds over flood control director
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has been criticizing the leader of the county's Flood Control District. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains the critiques, where commissioners stand, and the Flood District's repsonse.

Weather damage closes two Alvin ISD schools
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Summer break arrived a few days early for some Alvin ISD students after storms caused water damage for two campuses. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez spoke to a district official about the closures and how families were alerted.

Pilates meets escape at Tulum-Inspired Houston studio

Pilates is having a big moment, and one Houston studio is putting a twist on the trend with “Happy Hour Pilates."