Yale Street crash: Father abandons family injured in high-speed crash, 5 people taken to hospital
An investigation is now underway after five people were taken to the hospital following a major accident on Yale Street.
Harris County crash: Child critically injured in golf-cart crash
One child is in critical condition following a crash involving a golf cart on Tuesday in Harris County.
Video released in fatal Houston beating: Family pleads for information in Gavin Melchor homicide
The family of 24-year-old Gavin Melchor speaks with Fox 26 in hopes of finding any information that can lead to arrests made in his investigation.
Houston cows escape: 1 cow remains unaccounted for, cattle owner says
FOX 26 has an update after Monday's crazy videos showing several cows running on I-45.
Signal app used by Trump officials previously prompted scrutiny in Harris County
The editor-in-chief of The Atlantic came out on Monday to allege he was included in a group chat on Signal with top national security officials. It has put attention back on security and transparency.
Houston man charged for stealing nearly $500k worth of back up power generators
Harris County Precinct 1 Constable announced charges against James Eric Barns for engaging in organized criminal activity. Barns allegedly used stolen credit cards to buy generators from over 30 companies in the Houston area, selling them at discounted rates on Facebook Marketplace. Investigators estimate losses of over $470,000 since 2023, with attempts to scam more than $900,000. Deputies seized 10 new generators from a storage shed during the operation's shutdown.
Houston no-kill animal shelter victim of a crime that was caught on camera
For 23 years, Friends for Life Animal Shelter has helped save the lives of thousands of dogs and cats. Now, it's the shelter that needs a helping hand.
Signal app war plan leak broke the law, Texas expert says
A Texas expert on government transparency requirements believes the leak of "war plans" by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and others may well have violated laws governing retention of government records.
Houston weather: Warm Wednesday ahead of wet Thursday and Friday, FOX 26 Storm Alert Days issued
Wednesday will be another foggy start for parts of Southeast Texas, especially towards the coast. Temperatures once again will soar well into the 80s by the afternoon with a few more clouds around.
Parents of Texas girl who died from measles still wouldn't vaccinate
The parents of an unvaccinated 6-year-old Texas girl who died from measles said they still wouldn't recommend vaccinations during an interview with an anti-vaccination organization last week.
Harris Co. deputies locate missing 5-year-old girl
According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, 5-year-old Amiyah Smith was found safe.
El Paso Walmart gunman who killed 23 offered plea deal to avoid death penalty
The El Paso County DA said he supports the death penalty and believes he deserves it. But he said he met with the families of the victims, and there was an overriding desire to conclude the process.
Dallas Rep. Jasmine Crockett calls Gov. Greg Abbott 'Hot Wheels'
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) called wheelchair-bound Texas Governor Greg Abbott "Hot Wheels" during an event over the weekend.
Texas measles outbreak 2025: 18 new cases reported in West Texas
The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 18 new cases of measles in the state on Tuesday.
Animal rarely seen off North Carolina coast spotted for first time in 5 years
The animal was far from its usual range, according to marine wildlife experts.
Teens arrested for allegedly raiding Virginia gun store: VIDEO
Two 16-year-old teens were arrested in Maryland after allegedly stealing multiple firearms from a gun store in Virginia. Police are searching for a third suspect.
Houston weather: Tuesday highs to reach upper-80s, sunny with clear skies
Tuesday's expected to be sunny and warm in the afternoon with a few air quality issues. There will be clear skies and light winds.
Hitchcock ISD providing free Narcan on all campuses, school buses
Hitchcock ISD is hoping to be part of the solution to combat fentanyl poisoning by making Narcan free and readily available for students and staff inside all campuses and school buses.
Teen charged with murder in Baytown shooting death of 14-year-old girl
The family of 14-year-old Anaya Zachary speak with Fox 26 after learning the teen suspect in the case has been charged with murder.
Judges treat 2 career habitual criminals allegedly caught in the act like first time offenders
Lengthy criminal records and stints in prison didn't stop judges from freeing two career habitual offenders allegedly caught in the act.