Spring Break business starts slow on Galveston’s Strand after overnight flooding

Several business owners told FOX 26 the rain and flooding created challenges early Sunday, keeping some employees from getting to work and delaying the usual flow of tourists and customers.

Channelview residents raise concerns about chemical barges, cancer rates at San Jacinto River town hall

Channelview residents gathered at a town hall to discuss pollution concerns tied to chemical barges on the San Jacinto River and a state cancer study showing elevated rates of several cancers in nearby communities.

Fire at East Houston Plant extinguished, no injuries reported

The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks

2-year-old hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in East Harris County

Authorities are investigating an incident in east Harris County where a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on North Brentwood Drive Sunday afternoon.

Galveston road closures this weekend for Mardi Gras

Galveston's Mardi Gras celebrations run from Friday, Feb. 6, through Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17.

Houston-area program expanding to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships

The Houston Gulf Coast Building & Construction Trades Council is expanding its MC3 Apprenticeship Readiness Program to prepare candidates for paid apprenticeships as billions of dollars worth of construction projects are set for the Houston-area.

Galveston plane crash: NTSB releases preliminary report following December 2025 plane crash that killed 6

The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report following a December 2025 plane crash that killed six people and seriously injured two others in Galveston.

Houston winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list

Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.

The sights and sounds from the MLK Day Unity Parade
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For the first time, two competing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades came together to celebrate and honor MLK on Monday. The MLK Day Unity Parade united two parades by the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade after years of separation.

Man shot, killed by deputies in Channelview, officials say

Authorities are currently on the scene following a deputy-involved shooting that occurred on Thursday afternoon.

Houston MLK parades unite for one event after decades
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After 30+ years of conflict, two Houston-area organizations are coming together for one Martin Luther King Jr parade. FOX 26's Tom Zizka spoke to the Black Heritage Society, parade grand marshal Mad Hatta, and comedian Dave Lawson.

Chevron Houston Marathon: FOX 26's Rashi Vats, Harris County sheriff to participate
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The Chevron Houston Marathon will take the streets of Downtown Houston. FOX 26's Rashi Vats is running in the marathon, and she spoke to fellow participants, including Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

BakerRipley utility assistance applications hit capacity, where to find help paying bills

BakerRipley's utility assistance applications recently hit capacity, but even if you weren't able to apply, here are other resources available to help with paying bills.