Ex-Turkey Leg Hut owner admits to hiring arsonists to burn down bar, feds say
A former owner of Turkey Leg Hut has admitted to hiring arsonists to burn down a bar six years ago, according to federal prosecutors.
A former owner of Turkey Leg Hut has admitted to hiring arsonists to burn down a bar six years ago, according to federal prosecutors.
Pentagon says no hazard after shelter in place over air quality issue
A hazardous materials incident prompted an emergency response at the Pentagon on Thursday morning after air‑quality sensors detected an issue inside the building.
A hazardous materials incident prompted an emergency response at the Pentagon on Thursday morning after air‑quality sensors detected an issue inside the building.
Fans lined up for hours for FIFA Fan Festival in Houston
Fans lined up early for the FIFA Fan Festival in Houston. Many Mexico fans are in the crowd ahead of the teams match today that kicks off the FIFA World Cup.
Fans lined up early for the FIFA Fan Festival in Houston. Many Mexico fans are in the crowd ahead of the teams match today that kicks off the FIFA World Cup.
Iconic Dutch orange bus stops in Galveston, Texas
Fans lined up in Galveston as the Netherlands' iconic orange double-decker fan bus made a special stop at Saengerfest Park.
Fans lined up in Galveston as the Netherlands' iconic orange double-decker fan bus made a special stop at Saengerfest Park.
102,000 Texas students got school vouchers in program’s first year
The first year of the Texas school-choice program saw 102,000 students awarded vouchers for the upcoming school year.
The first year of the Texas school-choice program saw 102,000 students awarded vouchers for the upcoming school year.
Woman sues Delta over alleged false trafficking report
An Arkansas woman is suing Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines and Endeavor Air over an incident that occurred during a 2019 flight.
An Arkansas woman is suing Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines and Endeavor Air over an incident that occurred during a 2019 flight.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter pleads guilty to all federal charges
Vance Boelter pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to charges stemming from the fatal shootings of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and the shootings that injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman.
Vance Boelter pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to charges stemming from the fatal shootings of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and the shootings that injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman.
71-year-old San Antonio mariachi musician sentenced to life in prison
A 71-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison without parole after a Bexar County jury found him guilty of abusing multiple children, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office announced.
A 71-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison without parole after a Bexar County jury found him guilty of abusing multiple children, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office announced.
Sugar Land ready for FIFA World Cup watch parties
So many neighborhoods around the Houston-area are preparing for the FIFA World Cup including Sugar Land! Nate Griffin stops by to get all the details you might need.
So many neighborhoods around the Houston-area are preparing for the FIFA World Cup including Sugar Land! Nate Griffin stops by to get all the details you might need.
Men’s Health Month: Peptide Therapy
As part of Men’s Health Month, we’re exploring peptide therapy and the growing interest surrounding its role in men’s wellness. In part one of our series, local physicians explain how peptides fit into the broader picture of men’s health and why more people are talking about them. Part two airs Monday, when we’ll continue the conversation and take a deeper dive into peptide therapy.
As part of Men’s Health Month, we’re exploring peptide therapy and the growing interest surrounding its role in men’s wellness. In part one of our series, local physicians explain how peptides fit into the broader picture of men’s health and why more people are talking about them. Part two airs Monday, when we’ll continue the conversation and take a deeper dive into peptide therapy.
Texas AG Paxton investigates FIFA over World Cup ticket seating changes
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over allegations that the organization misled fans regarding the location and quality of seats sold for the upcoming World Cup matches.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over allegations that the organization misled fans regarding the location and quality of seats sold for the upcoming World Cup matches.
Check your tickets ahead of your World Cup game
If you're heading to Houston Stadium for the World Cup matches kicking off this week, you might want to double-check your seat assignment. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into FIFA alleging a ticket bait-and-switch. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart explains.
If you're heading to Houston Stadium for the World Cup matches kicking off this week, you might want to double-check your seat assignment. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into FIFA alleging a ticket bait-and-switch. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart explains.
Arrest made in 2024 Curfew Club shooting
Houston police have made an arrest following a deadly shooting that occurred in 2024 at the "Curfew Club." FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.
Houston police have made an arrest following a deadly shooting that occurred in 2024 at the "Curfew Club." FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.
Harris County shooting: Suspect arrested following deadly shooting on West Little York
A suspect has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in Harris County on Tuesday, authorities said.
A suspect has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in Harris County on Tuesday, authorities said.
Houston crime: Arrest made following 2024 deadly shooting at 'makeshift club'
Houston police have announced an arrest in connection with a deadly 2024 shooting at a northeast Houston ‘makeshift club’.
Houston police have announced an arrest in connection with a deadly 2024 shooting at a northeast Houston ‘makeshift club’.
New Harris County Flood District leader needed ahead of Thursday vote, local expert says
Chronically behind schedule, Dr. Tina Peterson, leader of the Harris County Flood Control District, will tell Commissioner's Court that she has a plan to get work on more than two dozen projects back on track and completed within 18 months without losing federal dollars.
Chronically behind schedule, Dr. Tina Peterson, leader of the Harris County Flood Control District, will tell Commissioner's Court that she has a plan to get work on more than two dozen projects back on track and completed within 18 months without losing federal dollars.
Houston weather: Hot, humid weather expected through the weekend
The hot and humid weather is going to stick around as the first day of the FIFA World Cup gets underway which means warm conditions at FIFA Fan Fest in Houston on Thursday.
The hot and humid weather is going to stick around as the first day of the FIFA World Cup gets underway which means warm conditions at FIFA Fan Fest in Houston on Thursday.
Harris County flood mitigation dollars in jeopardy
Facing the potential loss of hundreds of millions of dollars of federal "flood prevention" dollars, Harris County Commissioners have a very big decision to make. That decision on Thursday involves leadership of the Flood Control District. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan explains.
Facing the potential loss of hundreds of millions of dollars of federal "flood prevention" dollars, Harris County Commissioners have a very big decision to make. That decision on Thursday involves leadership of the Flood Control District. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan explains.
New mural marks FIFA World Cup in Houston
Houston is getting ready for the global stage. The FIFA World Cup is set to begin Thursday with the first match taking place at Houston Stadium on Sunday. A new massive landmark is celebrating the big occasion. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez explains.
Houston is getting ready for the global stage. The FIFA World Cup is set to begin Thursday with the first match taking place at Houston Stadium on Sunday. A new massive landmark is celebrating the big occasion. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez explains.
Houston City Council approves $7B budget
The City of Houston officially has a new spending plan. In a near-unanimous 15-1 vote, City Council approved Mayor John Whitmire's 2027 budget proposal. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has more.
The City of Houston officially has a new spending plan. In a near-unanimous 15-1 vote, City Council approved Mayor John Whitmire's 2027 budget proposal. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has more.