Fort Bend County budget season threatened by intensifying executive leadership dispute

A high-stakes legal and political power struggle has gridlocked Fort Bend County government over whether Interim County Judge Daniel Wong has the lawful authority to remain in office.

Daniel Wong asks court to confirm he is still interim Fort Bend County judge; county attorney responds

Interim Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong is asking a court to reaffirm that he still legally holds his appointed post as the county's chief executive amid a dispute over whether he can remain in the position.

Two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area

There are two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area — one positive case in Harris County and one in Montgomery County.

Walkout paralyzes Fort Bend County government in standoff over Interim Judge's seat

Fort Bend County Commissioners Court was paralyzed when Democratic Commissioners Grady Prestage and Dexter McCoy walked out of a 1:00 PM session to break quorum. They argue that Interim County Judge Daniel Wong’s temporary appointment expired the moment the underlying civil lawsuit against elected Judge K.P. George was dropped.

Rosenberg ordinance allows residents to report illegal fireworks

In Rosenberg, city leaders passed a new ordinance aimed at cracking down on illegal fireworks. FOX 26’s Jillian Hartmann spoke with the police chief and residents about the changes.

Battle underway to remove Interim Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong

A battle is underway in Fort Bend County to remove Interim County Judge Daniel Wong from his appointed post as chief executive.

Fort Bend County Judge declares public health emergency to support mosquito control operations

Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong has issued a declaration of local public health emergency in response to extraordinary mosquito populations affecting large portions of Fort Bend County.

Texas homeowner mistakes alligator on the porch for an Amazon package delivery

A Texas homeowner heading out for an early morning walk got quite a surprise when he mistook a large reptile parked on his front porch for an online delivery.

Katy-area house fire possibly sparked by lightning

Crews were at the home minutes after the 911 call Tuesday and saw flames rising through the roof.

Man's death under investigation in Richmond

Fort Bend County investigators were in the Richmond area late Friday night investigating a man's death as a homicide.