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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
51-year-old 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.
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
A Montgomery County man is facing felony charges in what prosecutors say may be the first prosecution of its kind under Texas’ abortion statute.
A Montgomery County man is facing felony charges in what prosecutors say may be the first prosecution of its kind under Texas’ abortion statute.
Raúl Castro: Discussing US charging former Cuba president
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Abandoned RV causing frustration for Acres Homes residents
FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to Acres Homes residents about an abandoned RV that was dumped on a median.
FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour spoke to Acres Homes residents about an abandoned RV that was dumped on a median.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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."
Pilates is having a big moment, and one Houston studio is putting a twist on the trend with “Happy Hour Pilates."
Checking out "Happy Hour Pilates"
Pilates is having a big moment, and one Houston studio is putting a twist on the trend with "Happy Hour Pilates." FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has more
Pilates is having a big moment, and one Houston studio is putting a twist on the trend with "Happy Hour Pilates." FOX 26's Coco Dominguez has more
Kangaroo reunited with owner after getting loose near San Antonio
The Elmendorf Police Department says a kangaroo has been reunited with its owner after getting loose near San Antonio.
The Elmendorf Police Department says a kangaroo has been reunited with its owner after getting loose near San Antonio.
Target reports best quarterly sales growth since 2022 under new CEO
Still facing backlash over several boycott attempts, Target is reportedly seeing a surge in sales after launching a major turnaround plan under its new CEO.
Still facing backlash over several boycott attempts, Target is reportedly seeing a surge in sales after launching a major turnaround plan under its new CEO.
FIFA World Cup ticket prices dropping, good news for soccer fans
Soccer fans looking to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup may want to secure their seats now, as new data shows ticket prices are beginning to drop, with the San Francisco Bay Area shaping up to host some of the cheapest matches of the tournament.
Soccer fans looking to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup may want to secure their seats now, as new data shows ticket prices are beginning to drop, with the San Francisco Bay Area shaping up to host some of the cheapest matches of the tournament.
Jade Flury, Young Jas, and J-Mac talk trending topics: Drake's new albums, Don Toliver concert
FOX 26’s Jade Flury joins Young Jas and J-Mac from 97.9 The Box for a conversation covering the hottest topics in music right now. They talked Drake dropping multiple projects and the buzz around Don Toliver’s recent concert in Houston. It was a real, unfiltered talk on what’s shaping the culture this moment.
FOX 26’s Jade Flury joins Young Jas and J-Mac from 97.9 The Box for a conversation covering the hottest topics in music right now. They talked Drake dropping multiple projects and the buzz around Don Toliver’s recent concert in Houston. It was a real, unfiltered talk on what’s shaping the culture this moment.