LIST: Juneteenth events happening in Houston, Galveston
With Juneteenth right around the corner, we have found a variety of events for you to celebrate this momentous holiday.
Houston freeway shooting: Road rage suspected as gunfire hits two vehicles on SH 288
Drivers on SH 288 near Holly Hall experienced a frightening situation when gunfire erupted, targeting two vehicles.
Abortion pill case: Supreme Court rejects limits to mifepristone access
In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a push to restrict access to mifepristone, a medication used for abortions.
Houston student's college aid in limbo due to FAFSA glitch
A Houston family is pleading for help after a FAFSA website glitch prevents them from submitting their application for their son's college financial aid.
Shell Freedom Over Texas seeking volunteers for July 4 celebration
The City of Houston seeks volunteers for Shell Freedom Over Texas, offering free perks like food, entertainment, and fireworks in exchange for your help.
Sunnyside illegal dumping cleanup follows FOX 26 report, residents want faster response
Just one day after FOX 26 reported on the illegal dumping occurring in Sunnyside, clean-up crews were spotted Wednesday morning, making significant headway in clearing the area.
Houston park ranger arrested, accused of taking money from man he threatened with jail
A Houston urban park ranger is accused of threatening a man with jail if he didn’t give him money at a park, according to allegations read in court. Joey Lamar Ellis, 33, is charged with official oppression.
Houston crime: 49-year-old man accused of murdering his 50-year-old girlfriend while free on PR bond
Nine days after being released on a PR bond, repeat offender Jason Meinelt murdered his girlfriend at a motel, sparking outrage over the judicial decision.
Houston ISD students shine on STAAR tests, superintendent credits New Education System
Houston ISD is celebrating after third through eighth graders outperformed expectations on STAAR tests, crediting a new education system for the gains.
Pasadena softball coach's alleged killer, a 15-year-old, arrested: family speaks out
Popular Pasadena softball coach Ivan Ramirez was shot on Easter Sunday while approaching a suspected truck thief. After weeks of searching, police arrested a 15-year-old suspect on murder charges.
Houston Astros place Kyle Tucker on injured list right before Angels game
Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker was placed on the Injured List right before Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels.
Houston traffic alert: SW Freeway bridge construction over the Brazos River rescheduled until next weekend
UPDATE: The City of Sugar Land is reporting the project that would work on the bridge construction over the Brazos River on Southwest Freeway has been rescheduled until next weekend.
William Anders: The astronaut who captured the famous 'Earthrise' photo
Retired astronaut William Anders, who passed away in a plane crash on Friday, captured the iconic "Earthrise" photo during the Apollo 8 mission on December 24, 1968, providing a new perspective on Earth's beauty and fragility and becoming a symbol of the environmental movement.
Houston man with multiple felony charges hits, kills woman during police chase
A driver who hit and killed a woman while running from police in southeast Houston on Thursday night is still on the run.
Houston residents struggle with FEMA after devastating storm
Many Houston residents are experiencing difficulties when seeking federal assistance through FEMA in the aftermath of last month's severe storms.
Over 1.2M rechargeable lights recalled for fire hazards after reported death
Rechargeable lights have been recalled in the U.S. after one report of a consumer death, as well as several reports of fires and property damage.
Houston woman without father's death certificate months later, not the only one
A Houston woman has waited three months for her father's death certificate and she says she still doesn't have one due to a BioFire Swab.
Harris County man accused of stabbing two people, killing one charged
Rafielle Andrews has been charged for allegedly attacking two people with a knife in a Harris County neighborhood, leaving one person dead.
Houston officer-involved shooting: 19-year-old family member of 911 caller shot
The 19-year-old family member of a 911 caller reporting a possibly burglary of their apartment, was shot by Houston police officers who arrived at the scene, authorities say.
Video of cat on fire prompts major pet rescue; 7 puppies and 2 dogs rescued
A heartbreaking video of a kitten on fire has triggered a significant animal rescue operation. Authorities discovered and saved nine dogs, including seven puppies, from appalling conditions at the same location.