Texas Rangers execute search warrant to investigate former Brazoria County deputy in John Mendoza Jr.’s death
A search warrant affidavit is revealing new information in connection to the death of John Mendoza, Jr. in Lake Jackson last month.
Harris County crime: Woman caught on camera burglarizing west Houston mausoleum with toddler in tow
Authorities need your help identifying a woman who was recently caught on camera burglarizing a mausoleum in West Houston.
Fort Bend County Judge declares public health emergency to support mosquito control operations
Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong has issued a declaration of local public health emergency in response to extraordinary mosquito populations affecting large portions of Fort Bend County.
Investigation finds cheating on Texas homestead exemption is widespread
Journalist and longtime Fox 26 contributor Charles Blain employed artificial intelligence to analyze a sample of 20,000 mostly Harris County exemption holders.
19-year-old now charged for 2 teen killings at separate Harris County parties
Enrique Aguilar is charged for the 2025 death of Angel Garcia and the 2026 death of Mariah Altorre.
Lee Gilley case: Sources say Italian government receives formal extradition request
FOX 26 has learned from sources that the Italian government has received a formal extradition request for Lee Gilley, the suspect accused of murdering his pregnant wife then allegedly cut…
18-year-old killed after horse carriage crashes in Central Park
A teen was killed after a horse carriage crashed in Central Park on Wednesday.
Transgender people won’t face criminal charges for using public restrooms in Idaho, judge rules
Idaho's restrictions on public facilities hit a major legal setback after a federal judge put a hold on penalties targeting transgender individuals. The judge ruled that parts of the law…
Jenny Simpson, Olympic medalist and world champion runner, collapses during race
Jenny Simpson, an Olympic bronze medalist and world champion runner, collapsed after suffering a medical episode while participating in a race event in North Carolina on Tuesday night.
Texas Rangers expand cold case program across state
The Texas Department of Public Safety announced it was expanding a unit that specializes in cold case murders and sexual assaults statewide.
$6 million in counterfeit FIFA World Cup merchandise seized in Houston area
The seizure reportedly included thousands of jerseys, soccer balls, and counterfeit Apple products.