Harris County officials push homestead exemptions
Harris County officials are going door-to-door in local neighborhoods to help residents apply for property tax exemptions and reduce their financial burden.
Harris County officials are going door-to-door in local neighborhoods to help residents apply for property tax exemptions and reduce their financial burden.
Lovebugs swarm Houston during spring surge
Lovebugs are everywhere in the Houston area. FOX 26's MeKenna Earnhart has more on why the lovebugs are swarming in Houston.
Lovebugs are everywhere in the Houston area. FOX 26's MeKenna Earnhart has more on why the lovebugs are swarming in Houston.
Houston weather: Warm, humid weather expected through the weekend
The weekend stays warm and humid with highs in the upper 80s. If you have outdoor plans, pack plenty of water, apply sunscreen and try to get out early. Rain chances remain low, though a stray afternoon shower or storm can’t be ruled out.
The weekend stays warm and humid with highs in the upper 80s. If you have outdoor plans, pack plenty of water, apply sunscreen and try to get out early. Rain chances remain low, though a stray afternoon shower or storm can’t be ruled out.
Houston Zoo mourning the loss of 'beloved' Ankole Cattle
The Houston Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its animals named Luni Tune.
The Houston Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its animals named Luni Tune.
TAMU Texarkana student dies after collapsing at track competition in New Orleans
A Texas A&M University-Texarkana student from Dallas is dead after a medical emergency during a Friday track competition in New Orleans.
A Texas A&M University-Texarkana student from Dallas is dead after a medical emergency during a Friday track competition in New Orleans.
Chicago hospital shooting: Suspect in custody kills officer, critically injures another
A suspect who was already in custody shot two Chicago police officers at a North Side hospital Saturday morning, killing one and critically wounding the other, authorities said.
A suspect who was already in custody shot two Chicago police officers at a North Side hospital Saturday morning, killing one and critically wounding the other, authorities said.
Houston crime: Man sentenced to 30 years after being found guilty of murdering his ex-girlfriend in 2024
One man has learned his sentence after being found guilty of murdering his ex-girlfriend, according to court documents.
One man has learned his sentence after being found guilty of murdering his ex-girlfriend, according to court documents.
Houston crash: Toddler hit, killed by security guard after wandering into apartment complex parking lot
An investigation is underway after a toddler was hit and killed by a security guard at a Houston apartment complex, officials said.
An investigation is underway after a toddler was hit and killed by a security guard at a Houston apartment complex, officials said.
Roommate charged with killing 2 missing USF students; one found dead, search continues for second
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has upgraded charges against Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of two USF students.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has upgraded charges against Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of two USF students.
Four women ages 100 to 107 honored at centennial celebration at senior living community in Spring
Four women over the age of 100 are proving that longevity comes with personality, perspective, and a sense of humor.
Four women over the age of 100 are proving that longevity comes with personality, perspective, and a sense of humor.
Women ages 100 to 107 honored
Residents aged 100+ were honored at a lively, 1920s-themed event celebrating their lives and impact. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke with the women.
Residents aged 100+ were honored at a lively, 1920s-themed event celebrating their lives and impact. FOX 26's Randy Wallace spoke with the women.
HPD officer fired after viral video
A Houston Police Department officer has been fired after a viral video that was posted on social media. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart has the latest.
A Houston Police Department officer has been fired after a viral video that was posted on social media. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart has the latest.
Houston weather: Low storm chances for Friday night, humid weekend ahead
Low storm chances remain across the Houston area for Friday night ahead of a warm and humid weekend.
Low storm chances remain across the Houston area for Friday night ahead of a warm and humid weekend.
Kendrick Sampson joins Houston Live and Local
We have a special treat for our viewers today. Kendrick Sampson, who stars as Quincy Jones in the 2026 Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, joins Houston Live and Local.
We have a special treat for our viewers today. Kendrick Sampson, who stars as Quincy Jones in the 2026 Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, joins Houston Live and Local.
Off-duty reserve deputy killed in crash
An off-duty reserve deputy was killed in a crash in Winnie on Friday morning. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour has the latest.
An off-duty reserve deputy was killed in a crash in Winnie on Friday morning. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour has the latest.
White House accuses China of stealing A.I.
The White House is accusing China of stealing artificial intelligence. FOX's Mark Meredith has more from The White House.
The White House is accusing China of stealing artificial intelligence. FOX's Mark Meredith has more from The White House.
31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando-owned warehouse: FWC reports
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
Houston Police Department officer terminated following viral video
The Houston Police Department has fired an officer following a video showing a racist rant. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the latest.
The Houston Police Department has fired an officer following a video showing a racist rant. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the latest.
Camp Mystic among 174 Texas camps told to revise emergency plans to reopen
Every summer camp in Texas that submitted their emergency plans has been ordered to revise them if they want to renew their licenses to operate this summer.
Every summer camp in Texas that submitted their emergency plans has been ordered to revise them if they want to renew their licenses to operate this summer.
Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez terminated after investigation of racist rant video
The Houston Police Department has terminated the employment of Ashley Gonzalez after video surfaced of the officer repeatedly using a racial slur to describe Black people.
The Houston Police Department has terminated the employment of Ashley Gonzalez after video surfaced of the officer repeatedly using a racial slur to describe Black people.



















