Ajibola Bodunrin

Ajibola Bodunrin

Ajibola Bodunrin joined the FOX 26 Digital Team in 2022 as the Social Media and Livestream Producer. He holds a bachelor's degree in Communication from the University of Pennsylvania and a master's degree in Communication from Villanova University.

Ajibola's journey in journalism began in 2016 as an Emma Bowen Fellow, where he started as an intern at FOX 26 Houston. Since then, he has developed a strong focus on digital and social media storytelling, with a particular emphasis on local news content. As a Houston native, he is passionate about telling stories that represent his community. His areas of interest also include sports, entertainment, and trending social media topics.

In addition to his role as a producer, Ajibola is a regular contributor to "The Isiah Factor Uncensored" and creates social media content for FOX 26 Houston and the station's various local programming initiatives.

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Texans officially release RB Joe Mixon following injury-riddled 2025 season

Texans officially release RB Joe Mixon following injury-riddled 2025 season

The Houston Texans have officially released veteran running back Joe Mixon following a 2025 season sidelined by a "freak" foot injury. The move, requested by Mixon and confirmed on March 6, 2026, clears $8 million in salary-cap space as Houston pivots to newly acquired starter David Montgomery.

Jeremy Peña injured in WBC exhibition, set to see hand specialist

Jeremy Peña injured in WBC exhibition, set to see hand specialist

Houston Astros star Jeremy Pena has been sidelined from the World Baseball Classic after suffering a finger injury during an exhibition game for the Dominican Republic. Pena was sent to see a hand specialist on Thursday to evaluate a potential fracture in his right ring finger. Astros General Manager Dana Brown confirmed that X-rays are being processed to determine the severity, but the Gold Glove shortstop is expected to miss at least the opening round of the tournament.

Houston Texans Legend J.J. Watt Named to Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Houston Texans Legend J.J. Watt Named to Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026

The Harris County-Houston Sports Authority has named J.J. Watt as the first inductee of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The announcement took place at Rice University during an event celebrating the upcoming 2026 World Cup. Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, spent ten seasons with the Texans and remains the franchise leader in sacks. Beyond his legendary on-field performance, he is celebrated for raising over $41 million for Hurricane Harvey relief, a feat that earned him the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. He joins a prestigious group of local icons like Hakeem Olajuwon and Nolan Ryan.

Coach Sampson: "We are poor," warns budget limits Houston’s recruiting reach

Coach Sampson: "We are poor," warns budget limits Houston’s recruiting reach

University of Houston basketball coach Kelvin Sampson didn't hold back after the Cougars' recent win. While the team is ranked among the best in the nation, Sampson says their bank account tells a different story. "We have a very poor athletic department," Sampson said. "We were poor when I got here, and we’re still poor."

Michael ‘5000’ Watts, Swishahouse founder and Houston hip-hop pioneer, dies at 52

Michael ‘5000’ Watts, Swishahouse founder and Houston hip-hop pioneer, dies at 52

Houston hip-hop icon Michael "5000" Watts, the founder of Swishahouse Records and a pioneer of the "chopped and screwed" sound, has passed away following a recent hospitalization. A central figure in Texas music history, Watts is credited with launching the careers of stars like Slim Thug, Paul Wall, and Mike Jones, forever changing the landscape of Southern rap.