Save buying car at the end of the year
If you’re in the market to buy a car, now could be the best time. Late December is when dealers discount inventory to make room for new models. Plus they must meet sales quotas and can offer big incentives, like rebates. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with James Bell with Kia America to get insights from an automaker on how to score a good deal.
Your Legal Questions: December 25, 2025
FOX 26 Senior Legal Analyst Chris Tritico answers viewers' legal questions.
The Nightcap's XMAS Special!
'Tis the season for Christmas cheer! Carolina invites some friends to help celebrate the holidays and goes behind the bar to whip up a Coquito!
Returning holiday gifts? Some retailers have changed their return policies
Before you head to the return counter with the gift you received, be aware some stores have new return policies and a few of them will charge you a fee.
Electrical safety during the holiday season
If you've decked your halls with lights, candles, or a Christmas tree, the U.S. Fire Administration warns that 156,000 fires happen each holiday season, often from dry trees or faulty wiring. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Joe Bany with John Moore Services on ways to keep your holiday decor safe.
Holiday return policies you should know
If you're thinking of returning some of the gifts you received this holiday sense, it's important to keep in mind the policies in place. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has details on store changes and what to know.
HTX @ 10: Galveston Bay crash aftermath, holiday travel, more
The FOX 26 crew brings you more morning news and coverage for December 23, 2025, on HTX @ 10.
12 Days of Christmas: Day 11 with the Edwards family
It’s the 12 Days of Christmas, and we’re spreading holiday cheer with the help of BakerRipley, Exclusive Furniture, Chick-Fil-A and Walmart. We surprised the Edwards family for Day 11.
Galveston Bay plane crash, bodies in bayous, spectrum of parenting, and more | Houston Live & Local
FOX 26's Rashi Vats and Caroline Collins cover the top evening reports from Houston and beyond for Dec. 22, 2025.
HTX @ 10: Flu, fireworks, festive hats, and more
The FOX 26 crew brings you more morning news and coverage for December 22, 2025, on HTX @ 10.
Spectrum of Parenting - Inclusive Holiday Gatherings
The holidays are a time for togetherness, but for families with special-needs children, large gatherings and changes in routine can also bring stress and uncertainty. Spectrum of Parenting host Faith Braverman sits down with Dr. Tranika Jefferson, a licensed and board-certified behavior analyst and Chief Clinical Officer of CODA Autism Services, to talk about simple, practical ways families can make the holidays more inclusive and manageable for children with special needs, and more joyful for everyone at the table.
12 Days of Christmas: Day 10 with Salazar family
It’s the 12 Days of Christmas, and we’re spreading holiday cheer with the help of BakerRipley, Exclusive Furniture, Chick-Fil-A and Walmart. We surprised the Salazar family for Day 10.
Prevent falling behind on your car note using these steps
People falling behind on their auto loans has hit a 15-year high after many paid high prices for cars or trucks and high interest rates. But there are steps drivers can take when they're struggling to pay their car notes. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Andrew Pentis, a Consumer Lending Analyst with Bankrate.
How to save money with dynamic pricing
When retailers use dynamic pricing, we can end up paying much more for in-demand items and services. But that also means there's a best time to buy them at lower prices. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talked with Gabriele Vitke with Decodo, which analyzed prices from 37 U.S. retailers to find the best days and times to buy appliances, electronics, and apparel.
Man in self-inflicted Atlanta Airport shooting now charged with felonies
A 59-year-old man who intentionally shot himself at the Atlanta Airport is recovering in the hospital and now faces multiple felony charges, police said.
Domestic violence update, Christmas week forecast, Houston holiday sprit, and more
FOX 26's Caroline Collins and John Dawson cover the top reports from Houston and beyond for Dec. 21, 2025.
What's Your Point? Overtime | Dec. 21, 2025
FOX 26 Houston Political Reporter Greg Groogan extends on the latest on weekly politics.
The Backstage Experience: Christmas Special (2025)
This week on "The Backstage Experience" we take you backstage with Hollywood’s biggest names as Frozen stars Josh Gad & Kristen Bell join the show along with Ed Sheeran, Hugh Jackman, Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Monaghan, Jim Belushi, A Christmas Story’s Peter Billingsley, and the cast of Stranger Things! Plus we go directly to the source to find out if Die Hard is a Christmas movie. It’s a star-studded episode you don’t want to miss only on The Backstage Experience!
Warm temps for Christmas, apartment fire follow-up, fireworks on sale, and more
FOX 26's Tom Zizka and John Dawson cover the afternoon reports from Houston and beyond for Dec. 20, 2025.
Wade Barrett joins the show - Houston's Soccer HQ
On this episode of "Houston's Soccer HQ", Wade Barrett of Soccer Shots - Houston joins the show to talk about all things soccer.