Barbi Barbee
Barbi Barbee is the digital editorial lead at FOX 26 Houston. She joined the station as a web producer in 2016.
Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Barbi has called Houston home for nearly a decade now.
She studied journalism at the University of Texas at Austin, where she was able to explore her passion for telling important stories through multimedia.
While at FOX 26, Barbi has covered everything from Hurricane Harvey to the Astros World Series wins.
Her favorite stories are the ones that impact Houstonians' daily lives – whether that’s sharing important information during a natural disaster or just helping people find fun things to do on the weekend.
The latest from Barbi Barbee
Hitchcock gambling bust: Timeline of investigation that led to arrest of mayor, 32 others
Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen says he met with Hitchcock Mayor Christopher Armacost in October about addressing illegal gambling in the city. But after continuing to receive complaints, the sheriff says his office launched its own investigation that resulted in the arrest of the mayor and 32 other people. Here's how the investigation unfolded.
Man found dead in Harris County store parking lot on Bammel N Houston Road
Deputies are investigating after a man was found dead in the parking lot of a convenience store in northwest Harris County on Friday morning.
Major I-10 closures planned this weekend for Houston Avenue Bridge repairs
Houston drivers hitting the roads this weekend need to know about major closures along the I-10 Katy Freeway as crews work on repairs to the Houston Avenue Bridge.
Hitchcock mayor arrested on charge of engaging in organized criminal activity
Christopher Armacost, who serves as Hitchcock mayor and assistant superintendent of Hitchcock ISD, was arrested Wednesday night, records show.
Fire extinguished at Dayton recycling plant; shelter-in-place lifted
Crews are continuing to battle a large fire at a recycling center in Dayton that began Tuesday evening.
Delta flight returns to Houston after passenger's 'unruly behavior'
A Delta flight had to return to Houston on Wednesday morning after a passenger exhibited “unruly behavior,” officials say.
Off-duty Harris County deputy dies in crash at Aldine Westfield, Ciderwood
A Harris County deputy died in an off-duty crash on Wednesday morning, the sheriff says.
Former Harris County Tax Office employees, business owners charged in 'brazen' scheme
Two former Harris County Tax Office employees and two business owners have been charged in a “brazen" scheme involving tens of thousands of dollars in bribes, authorities say.
Suspect charged after deadly Downtown Houston shooting
A suspect has been charged following a deadly shooting over the weekend in Downtown Houston.
Texas 2026 primary election: What can I take to vote? Do I need an ID?
Can I bring my sample ballot to vote in Texas? How about my phone? My child? My gun? Here's what you can and can't bring with you to polling locations. Plus, what forms of ID are acceptable.