Houston Texans Legend J.J. Watt Named to Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The Harris County-Houston Sports Authority has named J.J. Watt as the first inductee of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The announcement took place at Rice University during an event celebrating the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, spent ten seasons with the Texans and remains the franchise leader in sacks. Beyond his legendary on-field performance, he is celebrated for raising over $41 million for Hurricane Harvey relief, a feat that earned him the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. He joins a prestigious group of local icons like Hakeem Olajuwon and Nolan Ryan.
The Harris County-Houston Sports Authority has named J.J. Watt as the first inductee of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The announcement took place at Rice University during an event celebrating the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, spent ten seasons with the Texans and remains the franchise leader in sacks. Beyond his legendary on-field performance, he is celebrated for raising over $41 million for Hurricane Harvey relief, a feat that earned him the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. He joins a prestigious group of local icons like Hakeem Olajuwon and Nolan Ryan.
Live updates: Iran attacks Israel and US bases as war intensifies
Iran attacked Israel and American bases on Thursday and has threatened the United States for torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.
Iran attacked Israel and American bases on Thursday and has threatened the United States for torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.
2025 Gold Buckle Foodie winner 'Asian Streetness' at the Houston rodeo
"Asian Streetness" is a 2025 Gold Buckle Foodie Award winner shows off their fan-favorite food items you can get when visiting the Houston rodeo! Ruben Dominguez shows what you could chow down on whenever you visit.
"Asian Streetness" is a 2025 Gold Buckle Foodie Award winner shows off their fan-favorite food items you can get when visiting the Houston rodeo! Ruben Dominguez shows what you could chow down on whenever you visit.
Senior Ranch Rodeo on March 5 at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
The Senior Ranch Rodeo is a relatively new event that gives veteran cowboys who have aged out of competition a chance to ride again. Director Ronnie Ruffeno says the event has become very popular and there is also good prize money on the line for the top teams. The event kicks off March 5 at the NRG Arena at 11 a.m.
The Senior Ranch Rodeo is a relatively new event that gives veteran cowboys who have aged out of competition a chance to ride again. Director Ronnie Ruffeno says the event has become very popular and there is also good prize money on the line for the top teams. The event kicks off March 5 at the NRG Arena at 11 a.m.
Britney Spears arrested for alleged DUI in California
Singer Britney Spears was arrested by California Highway Patrol on suspicion of driving under the influence in Ventura County late Wednesday night.
Singer Britney Spears was arrested by California Highway Patrol on suspicion of driving under the influence in Ventura County late Wednesday night.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 33 latest updates
Thursday marks Day 33 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Thursday marks Day 33 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Mother dies shielding her child from three dogs
Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.
Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.
Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Police arrest man linked to multiple break-ins at Bellaire children’s gym
Bellaire police arrested a suspect accused of trying to break into a local gym Tuesday night that serves children on the spectrum. Police say they believe Erick Garcia-Pena is connected to several other burglaries at We Rock the Spectrum Gym on Ferris Street.
Bellaire police arrested a suspect accused of trying to break into a local gym Tuesday night that serves children on the spectrum. Police say they believe Erick Garcia-Pena is connected to several other burglaries at We Rock the Spectrum Gym on Ferris Street.
JJ Watt joins Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Men in Blazers Podcast was in town counting down the days to the FIFA 2026 World Cup and welcomed Houston legends throughout the evening. The Harris County Houston Sports Hall of Fame committee was also on hand to welcome Houston Texans NFL, legend JJ Watt to the Houston Sports Hall of Fame class of 2026.
Men in Blazers Podcast was in town counting down the days to the FIFA 2026 World Cup and welcomed Houston legends throughout the evening. The Harris County Houston Sports Hall of Fame committee was also on hand to welcome Houston Texans NFL, legend JJ Watt to the Houston Sports Hall of Fame class of 2026.
Houston housing affordability: Median home price around $337K as buyers look to suburbs for deals
Houston housing affordability: What it takes to buy a $337K home in today’s market
Houston housing affordability: What it takes to buy a $337K home in today’s market
Animal shelter volunteer with Spinal Stenosis helps anxious dogs find homes
Bill Cooper has spinal stenosis, which affects his balance. It might take him a little while to get inside Special Pals from the parking lot, but what he's accomplished makes it all worth it.
Bill Cooper has spinal stenosis, which affects his balance. It might take him a little while to get inside Special Pals from the parking lot, but what he's accomplished makes it all worth it.
Volunteer helping dogs find homes
A Houston man isn't letting his physical limitations stop him from saving lives by volunteering at an animal shelter. FOX 26's Randy Wallace explains.
A Houston man isn't letting his physical limitations stop him from saving lives by volunteering at an animal shelter. FOX 26's Randy Wallace explains.
Home affordability in Houston
FOX 26 is digging into the challenges Houstonians say they face when trying to buy a home with the main factor being affordability. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.
FOX 26 is digging into the challenges Houstonians say they face when trying to buy a home with the main factor being affordability. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.
Suspect arrested following Bellaire burglary attempts
A suspect has been arrested after new video shows a man who tried once again to target a gym for kids with special needs in Bellaire. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann has the latest.
A suspect has been arrested after new video shows a man who tried once again to target a gym for kids with special needs in Bellaire. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann has the latest.
Authorities extinguish plant fire in East Harris County
Fire officials have extinguished a fire at a plant in East Harris County. FOX 26's Randy Wallace has the latest.
Fire officials have extinguished a fire at a plant in East Harris County. FOX 26's Randy Wallace has the latest.
VIEWER VIDEO: Burning tanks reported at plant on Sheldon Road
Viewer video captured what officials said are several reports of burning tanks. No word yet on any injuries or damage.
Viewer video captured what officials said are several reports of burning tanks. No word yet on any injuries or damage.
James Talarico gives victory speech for Senate primary
Texas Rep. James Talarico gave his victory speecch Wednesday night in Austin after winning the Democratic candidacy in Tuesday's primary race.
Texas Rep. James Talarico gave his victory speecch Wednesday night in Austin after winning the Democratic candidacy in Tuesday's primary race.
Preserving the history of Black cowboys
Several historical sites in South Texas are working to keep the legacy of Black cowboys alive in the state.
Several historical sites in South Texas are working to keep the legacy of Black cowboys alive in the state.
Ghost plate law: Are criminals still on Houston streets?
A year into a Texas law attempting to prevent fake car tags on the streets, law enforcement are watching criminals adjust their tactics to avoid the rule.
A year into a Texas law attempting to prevent fake car tags on the streets, law enforcement are watching criminals adjust their tactics to avoid the rule.