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Steve Sarkisian in Houston at the Touchdown Club

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Steve Sarkisian in Houston at the Touchdown Club

University of Houston Head Coach Steve Sarkisian was in Houston at the Touchdown Club.

May 1, 2024 2:00pm CDT

Astros' comeback and Texans' Draft Picks

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Astros' comeback and Texans' Draft Picks

May 1, 2024 8:44am CDT

Bayou City Buzz: Houston Astros Jose Abreu optioned to West Palm Beach

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Bayou City Buzz: Houston Astros Jose Abreu optioned to West Palm Beach

April 30, 2024 10:41pm CDT

Astros José Abreu optioned to West Palm Beach

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Astros José Abreu optioned to West Palm Beach

April 30, 2024 6:45pm CDT

Astros José Abreu optioned to West Palm Beach to work on swing

April 30, 2024 4:41pm CDT

Tank Dell shooting: Texans' WR caught in the crossfire at Cabana Live event

New details emerge as Texans' WR Tank Dell caught in crossfire of shooting in Florida

April 29, 2024 2:15pm CDT

Texas Headlines

Lake Livingston Dam release increase will exacerbate flooding, Polk County officials say

Lake Livingston Dam release increase will exacerbate flooding: Polk County OEM

Polk County OEM says the releases will exacerbate flooding.

Southeast Texas school closures, delays due to weather on Thursday, May 2

LIST: School closures and delays due to weather on Thursday

UT Dallas protests: Pro-Palestinian encampment dismantled by law enforcement, at least 20 arrested

Goodrich ISD canceling class for Thursday, May 2

Houston weather: NWS confirms tornado touch down on Sunday near Madisonville

New Survey: Texans support border crackdown, oppose 'school vouchers'

Survey: Governor Abbott's border strategy garners support from Texas Hispanics, posing electoral hurdle for Democrats

Crime & Public Safety

Palston Bend Lane shooting: Suspect killed in deputy-involved shooting, investigation now underway

Authorities are investigating following a deadly deputy-involved shooting on Palston Bend Lane in Harris County.

Harris County authorities provide update on deadly deputy-involved shooting

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Harris County authorities provide update on deadly deputy-involved shooting

Another Houston Massage Envy facing lawsuit

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Another Houston Massage Envy facing lawsuit

Harris County sheriff's deputy shoots, kills man

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Harris County sheriff's deputy shoots, kills man

Houston Massage Envy facing lawsuit, woman claims inappropriate touching by therapist

Houston Massage Envy being sued, woman claims therapist touched her inappropriately

Houston double murder: Person of interest killed himself, police say

Things To Do

Cinco De Mayo, Kentucky Derby deals, specials in Houston this weekend

This weekend in Houston will have events for everyone to enjoy with the Kentucky Derby happening and Cinco de Mayo! Here are some deals you can take advantage of to celebrate.

James Harden’s Midtown restaurant, Thirteen, hosting exclusive Cinco de Mayo event with two celebrity chefs, seven-courses

Texas MS 150 raises millions for multiple sclerosis

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Texas MS 150 raises millions for multiple sclerosis

YIP-YIP! Avatar: The Last Airbender is in concert with live orchestra, get Houston show tickets

JJ Watt Charity Classic softball game is star-studded with current, former Texans players

JJ Watt Charity Classic softball game rosters announced; check out the star-studded list of players

Annual Art Car Parade in downtown Houston

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Annual Art Car Parade in downtown Houston

The First 15

Palston Bend Lane shooting: Suspect killed in deputy-involved shooting, investigation now underway

Authorities are investigating following a deadly deputy-involved shooting on Palston Bend Lane in Harris County.

May 1, 2024 10:29pm CDT

Houston double murder: Person of interest killed himself, police say

May 1, 2024 9:07pm CDT

FOX 26 Storm Alert Day issued for tonight through Thursday

FOX 26 Storm Alert Day on Thursday

May 1, 2024 8:41pm CDT

Houston weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for counties north of Houston

May 1, 2024 8:08pm CDT

Houston weather: Flooding worsens near East Fork of San Jacinto River, evacuations ordered

Rising floodwaters threaten homes near San Jacinto River, residents urged to evacuate

May 1, 2024 6:55pm CDT

Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says

May 1, 2024 3:55pm CDT

Houston Mayoral Election

Mayor John Whitmire releases public safety plan for Houston

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Mayor John Whitmire releases public safety plan for Houston

Mayor John Whitmire has big plans for public safety in Houston

January 18, 2024 7:59am CST

Priorities for Houston laid out by Mayor John Whitmire

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Priorities for Houston laid out by Mayor John Whitmire

January 18, 2024 7:36am CST

Houston Mayor John Whitmire's inauguration ceremony, speech

Inauguration ceremony held for Houston Mayor John Whitmire: 'It's time for us to go to work'

January 2, 2024 10:44am CST

John Whitmire sworn in as the 63rd Mayor of Houston

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John Whitmire sworn in as the 63rd Mayor of Houston

January 1, 2024 12:37am CST

Houston Mayor-Elect John Whitmire talks with FOX 26

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Houston Mayor-Elect John Whitmire talks with FOX 26

December 10, 2023 9:12pm CST

Discussing John Whitmire's mayor election

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Discussing John Whitmire's mayor election

December 9, 2023 10:45pm CST

Offbeat & Unusual

Famous white killer whale ‘Frosty’ spotted off California coast: ‘Very special encounter’

In a video, passengers are seen watching in awe as the killer whales cruise near and underneath the boat in Newport Beach, California.

Man with world's largest feet receives new, custom shoes

Ohio teen pulls in 'massive' 101-pound blue catfish setting new state record

Florida city low on cemetery space considers repurposing schools

‘Largest raptor footprints ever’ discovered in China

Flame-throwing robotic dog unleashed for sale in US

Sam's Club is introducing artificial intelligence technology to verify purchases and expedite exits by 23%, initially unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show, with plans to implement it across all nearly 600 stores by year's end.

Land stolen from Houston woman; How did it happen?

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Land stolen from Houston woman; How did it happen?

Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says – here’s what to know

How often should you go to the grocery store and how much to spend?

Grocery shopping: How often to go and how much people spend

E. coli outbreak linked to organic walnuts, recall issued, says CDC

Organic walnuts recalled after E. coli outbreak, according to CDC

Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected

Planning for Mother's Day? See where Americans are spending big in 2024

Politics

Harris County Republican D.A. Candidate Dan Simons pledges advocacy for victims, not criminals

Harris County Republican D.A. Candidate discusses plans, goals if elected into office

Dan Simons, the Republican candidate for Harris County District Attorney, sat down with FOX 26 to discuss his plans and goals if elected as the next D.A.

Kristi Noem defends killing puppy after widespread outrage from Republicans and Dems

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz: Joe Biden is 'inviting terrorists into this country'

A busy week for Supreme Court Justices- What's Your Point?

Key moments from landmark Supreme Court arguments on Trump's immunity claims

Protests and free speech on college campus - What's Your Point?

Entertainment

Foodies and Friends - Late August

Katie Stone visits with Chef Chris Williams (Lucille's Hospitality Group) at his new restaurant Late August and gets an advanced look at some of the items that will be featured this summer on their HRW menu.