Finding Families: 13-year-old searching for forever family

May is Foster Care Awareness Month. There are about 2,500 children in foster care across the greater Houston area, and not nearly enough families to care for all of them. 

13-year-old girl looking for her forever family
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Gigi, 13, is looking for her forever family. She is a very happy teenager. She is very bright, an A/B student, and is very bubbly. She loves to move around and be out in her community. She’s also outspoken, advocates for herself and her future.

Galveston ship setting sail America's 250th birthday | HTX @ 10
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The 1877 tall ship Elissa will be traveling far beyond Galveston for America's 250th anniversary. FOX 26's Denise Middleton learned more about the ship and its sailing plans from a rep for the Galveston Historical Foundation.

Third Ward organization hosting new artists for residency program | HTX @ 10
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Project Row Houses in Houston's Third Ward has is giving studio space to new artists through their residency program. FOX 26's Lina de Florias spoke with one of the new artists and a person over the program on "HTX @ 10."

Houston Heights bar hosting Kentucky Derby events | Texas Live & Local
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There's no need to head out of town for Kentucky Derby festivities. The owner of Permission Whiskey in The Heights joined Texas Live & Local on Thursday with a rundown of events happening at the bar.

The Backstage Experience: Gene Simmons, Ronda Rousey, Julia Louis-Dreyfus & more!
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The Backstage Experience takes you backstage with the biggest names in entertainment, featuring Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan breaking down their roles in Season 2 of BEEF, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus alongside Chris O’Dowd in the family comedy THE SHEEP DETECTIVES. We also go backstage with Gene Simmons as he steps into film with DEEP WATER, and sit down with Ronda Rousey ahead of her highly anticipated showdown with Gina Carano. Plus, updates from the gaming world as Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag returns, PlayStation unveils its next major exclusive, and a Battlefield movie moves forward with an Oscar-winning star attached.

My’key Iso: The Introverted Musician Turning Depression into Art
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In this episode of The Night Cap, Carolina welcomes My’key Iso, a first-generation Nigerian musician from the SWAT (Southwest Alief Texas). Known for his introverted nature and deeply personal lyrics, Mikey opens up about his journey from writing poetry as a form of therapy to finding his voice in the Houston music scene. Stay tuned until the end for an exclusive live performance of "Picture Perfect" featuring B Val.

Britney Spears charged with DUI in California

Britney Spears has been charged with a misdemeanor DUI in Ventura County after a March 4 arrest involving alcohol and drugs.

Delta flight delayed as Georgia traveler refuses to hang up phone

A Georgia woman was arrested and charged after refusing to end a phone call on a Miami to Atlanta Delta flight, causing a one-hour delay.

Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan & Stephanie Mills Talk 'Queens Tour' in Houston
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Four legendary voices are coming to Houston for one unforgettable night—and we got exclusive access to three of the legends. Coco Dominguez sat down exclusively with Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan and Stephanie Mills ahead of The Queens Tour, coming to Houston’s Toyota Center on May 28. The legendary lineup also includes Gladys Knight, making this a must-see night of iconic voices, unforgettable performances and timeless hits from women whose voices helped define generations.

 Elizabeth Girmachew is 'Making the Grade' at Stafford High School
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Elizabeth Girmachew is a star varsity volleyball player at Stafford High School and she keeps up the grades in the classroom! Nate Griffin stops by to meet the senior who is 'Making the Grade'!

Houston staple boutique tops off derby, Mother’s Day style with stunning hats
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Looking for the perfect Kentucky Derby or Mother’s Day hat? Houston’s Cart’air Boutique located at 8134 Eastex Freeway, has been  a staple for nearly 40 years, offering stylish hats in every color and price range to complete your spring look.

Harris County catalytic converter theft sentences rarely hit max under Texas law
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A new law passed three years ago with much fanfare was supposed to keep catalytic converter thieves behind bars longer. However, that's not what we've uncovered. FOX 26's Randy Wallace explains. 

Harris County catalytic converter theft sentences rarely hit max under Texas law

A Texas law passed to crack down on catalytic converter thefts after the killing of a Harris County deputy is facing new scrutiny, as a review of recent cases shows none of the convicted offenders received the tougher penalties lawmakers intended.