Houston dog rescue seeking assistance due to screwworm restrictions
A Houston dog rescue is seeking help after screwworms restrictions have halted out-of-state adoptions. FOX 26's Caroline Collins spoke with Mike Hood, co-founder of Sunnyside Street Dogs.
A Houston dog rescue is seeking help after screwworms restrictions have halted out-of-state adoptions. FOX 26's Caroline Collins spoke with Mike Hood, co-founder of Sunnyside Street Dogs.
Family continues calls for justice after deputy fired in John Mendoza Jr. shooting
Friends and family of John Mendoza Jr. are continuing their calls for justice after former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was fired for violating department policy involving the handling and discharge of his firearm. Legal experts say the firing is significant but does not automatically mean criminal charges will follow. The Texas Rangers continue investigating the Lake Jackson shooting.
Friends and family of John Mendoza Jr. are continuing their calls for justice after former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was fired for violating department policy involving the handling and discharge of his firearm. Legal experts say the firing is significant but does not automatically mean criminal charges will follow. The Texas Rangers continue investigating the Lake Jackson shooting.
Texas man declared dead by Social Security forced to prove he was alive after benefits stopped
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
Houston dog rescue seeks help after screwworm restrictions halt out-of-state adoptions
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
Family, friends remember college student killed in Lake Jackson
Family and friends gathered on Thursday evening to remember a college student who was killed in an deputy-involved shooting. The deputy involved was recently terminated by the Brazoria County Sheriff. FOX 26's Karys Belger has the latest.
Family and friends gathered on Thursday evening to remember a college student who was killed in an deputy-involved shooting. The deputy involved was recently terminated by the Brazoria County Sheriff. FOX 26's Karys Belger has the latest.
Social Security mistakenly declares man dead
One man has taken to writing a statement to prove to Social Security that he's alive after being declared dead. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke with the man.
One man has taken to writing a statement to prove to Social Security that he's alive after being declared dead. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke with the man.
Suspect shot by Houston police officer, investigation underway
An investigation is underway after a suspect was shot by a Houston Police Department officer on Thursday evening. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart has the latest.
An investigation is underway after a suspect was shot by a Houston Police Department officer on Thursday evening. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart has the latest.
Houston shooting: Suspect points gun at man and child, officers on Westheimer; suspect now in local hospital
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
Houston activates FIFA World Cup emergency hub, launches public safety alert system
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending on whether you call Houston home or are traveling in for the matches.
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending on whether you call Houston home or are traveling in for the matches.
Trump: US-Iran 'discussions' approved
Pres. Trump says he has called off the US' next strike on Iran as "discussion with the Islamic Republic of Iran" were approved.
Pres. Trump says he has called off the US' next strike on Iran as "discussion with the Islamic Republic of Iran" were approved.
World Cup 2026: Heat-related illnesses at Houston Fan Fast
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke with medical officials at Houston's FIFA Fan Fest after reports of some attendees needing treatment for heat-related illnesses.
FOX 26's Coco Dominguez spoke with medical officials at Houston's FIFA Fan Fest after reports of some attendees needing treatment for heat-related illnesses.
Harris County Judge talks FIFA Fan Fest preps; expresses concerns over water, shade for attendees
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo spoke with FOX 26 regarding preparations for FIFA Fan Fest. Hidalgo expressed concerns about water and shade for attendees. Click to watch the full video.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo spoke with FOX 26 regarding preparations for FIFA Fan Fest. Hidalgo expressed concerns about water and shade for attendees. Click to watch the full video.
Harris County Flood Control Director resigns from her position
Dr. Tina Petersen, the Harris County Flood Control District Director, has resigned after a push to remove her from office due to severe project backlogs.
Dr. Tina Petersen, the Harris County Flood Control District Director, has resigned after a push to remove her from office due to severe project backlogs.
Harris County Flood Control Director resigns
The Harris County Flood Control District Director resigns amid pushback over her position. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the details.
The Harris County Flood Control District Director resigns amid pushback over her position. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle breaks down the details.
World Cup 2026: Day 1 at Houston FIFA Fan Festival
While no World Cup games were in Houston for the first day of the season, the city's FIFA Fan Festival was packed with fans. FOX 26's Coco Domginuez was at the festival all day Thursday.
While no World Cup games were in Houston for the first day of the season, the city's FIFA Fan Festival was packed with fans. FOX 26's Coco Domginuez was at the festival all day Thursday.
Texas AG warning Big 12 about sanctioning Texas Tech following recent court order regarding Brendan Sorsby
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to leaders of the Big 12 Conference stating that any effort to sanction Texas Tech following a valid court order regarding QB Brendan Sorsby would be a violation of federal and state law and expose the conference and its members to antitrust liability.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to leaders of the Big 12 Conference stating that any effort to sanction Texas Tech following a valid court order regarding QB Brendan Sorsby would be a violation of federal and state law and expose the conference and its members to antitrust liability.
Arrest made for woman found dead near Houston bayou
A man has been arrested for allegedly killing a transgender woman whose body was found near Houston's Brays Bayou late last month. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour shares the new details and what the victim's mother hopes for going forward.
A man has been arrested for allegedly killing a transgender woman whose body was found near Houston's Brays Bayou late last month. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour shares the new details and what the victim's mother hopes for going forward.
World Cup 2026: DR Congo arrives in Houston
The World Cup team for the Democratic Republic of Congo chose Houston as its base camp. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke with the DR Congo with the US after the team's arrival.
The World Cup team for the Democratic Republic of Congo chose Houston as its base camp. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart spoke with the DR Congo with the US after the team's arrival.
WATCH: Democratic Republic of Congo team arrives in Houston
Watch as supporters welcome players and representatives from the Democratic Republic of Congo arrive at Bush Intercontinental Airport on Thursday.
Watch as supporters welcome players and representatives from the Democratic Republic of Congo arrive at Bush Intercontinental Airport on Thursday.
'8647' appears on National Mall, USPP investigating
The U.S. Park Police are investigating mysterious numbers that have appeared etched into the grass on the National Mall.
The U.S. Park Police are investigating mysterious numbers that have appeared etched into the grass on the National Mall.