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Texas floods: State-based group comes to help Central Texas

FOX 26's Caroline Collins spoke to members of 300 Justice Road, a Texas volunteering organization who came to Kerrville to help flood victims.

July 9, 2025 6:40pm CDT

Houston's Valeria Gonzalez defies odds in pursuit of Miss Universe Honduras crown

July 9, 2025 6:39pm CDT

Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis terminated

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Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis terminated

July 9, 2025 5:34pm CDT

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Baytown shootout caught on camera

July 9, 2025 5:28pm CDT

Woman shot, killed by Houston officer after Heights standoff

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Woman shot, killed by Houston officer after Heights standoff

July 9, 2025 5:25pm CDT

ICE chase: Man intentionally chases down ICE vehicle causing damage, authorities say

Man intentionally chases down ICE vehicle causing damage, Harris County authorities say

July 9, 2025 5:15pm CDT

Texas Headlines

Baylor University rejects grant over LGBTQIA+ advocacy requirements

Baylor University announced on Wednesday that it has rescinded its acceptance of a grant intended to research inclusion and belonging in the church.

MLS, Texas teams donate $500,000 to Texas flooding relief and recovery

H-E-B, Butt Family, H.E. Butt Foundation donates $5M for Texas flood recovery efforts

Emotional Ted Cruz describes Camp Mystic devastation: 'Every parent's worst nightmare'

Texas flooding: State, county resources, services for those affected

NOAA nominee questioned on weather warnings after deadly Texas floods

National News

IRS allowing houses of worship to endorse political candidates

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IRS allowing houses of worship to endorse political candidates

According to the New York Times, the IRS made a statement in a court filing that was intended to settle a lawsuit filed by two Texas churches and Christian broadcasters.

Paddleboarder’s mysterious killing rocks quiet summer vacation area

America Party? A look at how third parties have fared through US history

Beloved family of four killed in tragic plane crash while returning home from beach vacation

Biden's former doctor refuses to answer House Republicans' questions

Barbie introduces first-ever doll with type 1 diabetes

Sports

MLS, Texas teams donate $500,000 to Texas flooding relief and recovery

Major League Soccer, FC Dallas, Austin FC and Houston Dynamo FC are the latest professional sports franchises to make a donation to flooding relief and recovery efforts in Texas.

July 9, 2025 2:37pm CDT

Astros pledge $1 Million to Central Texas flood relief efforts

July 7, 2025 4:30pm CDT

Houston Texans donate $500K to Central Texas flood relief efforts

July 6, 2025 2:55pm CDT

Liverpool soccer player Diogo Jota dead at 28, weeks after winning Premier League and getting married

Liverpool soccer player Diogo Jota dies in crash

July 3, 2025 8:15am CDT

Batter up! Women's Professional Baseball League announces tryout dates, location

July 2, 2025 5:02pm CDT

Houston's Soccer HQ Welcomes Houston Dash and Houston Dynamo Leadership

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Houston's Soccer HQ Welcomes Houston Dash and Houston Dynamo Leadership

July 2, 2025 2:44pm CDT

Things To Do

King Music Fest in Pearland this weekend

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King Music Fest in Pearland this weekend

The King Music Fest, celebrating Elvis Presley, is happening this weekend in Pearland.

Cool treats at Happy Go Lucky in Houston

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Cool treats at Happy Go Lucky in Houston

Comicpalooza 2025 happening this weekend in Houston

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Comicpalooza 2025 happening this weekend in Houston

Houston things to do this weekend: June 6-8

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Houston things to do this weekend: June 6-8

Houston events: Free, fun things to do this Memorial Day weekend

LIST: Free & fun things to do this Memorial Day weekend in Houston

Fun, free things to do in Houston this weekend

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Fun, free things to do in Houston this weekend

Offbeat & Unusual

Freak umbrella accident leaves lifeguard impaled in beach day horror

A fire chief described victim as 'tough' after a shocking Jersey Shore incident.

Ruh-roh! 'Scooby-Doo' breaks into Alabama store, bypasses snacks

Masked man harasses Dearborn Heights family with 'disturbing behavior'

See it: Giant sphere falls from sky in Indiana after severe weather sweeps through

Treasured discoveries surface as North Carolina lake is drained during Helene revitalization

See it: Shark falls out of sky on unsuspecting disc golfers in South Carolina

Consumer & Recalls

Barbie introduces first-ever doll with type 1 diabetes

The Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes is part of the company’s fashionista line of dolls.

Amazon Prime Day sales: Shopping expert reveals 7 secret hacks to saving

AMC is now offering half-price movie tickets this summer: What to know

Cinnamon Toast Crunch debuts bacon-flavored cereal

AARP suggests 99 Great Ways to Save for 2025

Costco issues recall for several items, urges consumers not to use them

Politics

Texas special session agenda includes flood relief, THC regulation

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s office released the agenda for the upcoming special session of the legislature on Wednesday.

America Party? A look at how third parties have fared through US history

FBI launches criminal investigations of John Brennan, James Comey: DOJ sources

Americans want the government to focus on child care costs, not birth rates: Poll

Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize by Netanyahu: 'Well-deserved'

Elon Musk political party: What to know about the 'America Party'

Entertainment

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Fort Bend Co. sergeant survives stroke

Sergeant Danny Beckworth suffered a stroke about 11 years ago, but has since made a full recovery, thanks to early intervention and a commitment to an active lifestyle.