Yard tools sold at Lowe’s recalled after batteries linked to fire hazard
More than 554,000 Kobalt yard power tools sold at Lowe's have been recalled because certain USB-C lithium-ion batteries can short-circuit and catch fire while charging…
Police investigating string of burglaries at apartment complex in Medical Center
Houston police are investigating a string of burglaries at the 8181 Med Center Apartments along Fannin Street after nine reported break-ins over the last two months.
Remains of 2nd US soldier found after going missing in Morocco, officials say
The remains of SPC. Mariyah Symone Collington, 19, of Taveres, Florida, were found after she fell off a cliff during a hike with another solider in Morocco.
Trump in China: U.S., China summit underway in Beijing
Following President Donald Trump’s arrival in Beijing the previous night, his two-day summit with China’s President Xi Jinping is set to begin Thursday morning with a welcoming ceremony for the…
Allegiant Air and Sun Country complete merger: What this means for travelers
Allegiant Air has completed its acquisition of Sun Country Airlines, creating a combined low-cost carrier. Here's what this means for travelers.
Texas Repeat Offender Program (TxROP) announced by Governor Abbott in Houston
Governor Abbott has launched a joint state and local task force, the Texas Repeat Offender Program (TxROP), to specifically target and arrest violent repeat criminals in the Houston area.
2026 FIFA World Cup: Houston flight searches and hotel prices surge, report says
Houston is seeing a massive surge in travel demand and hotel pricing as flight searches jump 60% ahead of the city hosting seven matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Houston senior receives new roof thanks to nonprofit, roofing company
A Sunnyside senior received a brand-new roof through the Senior Assistance Fund and community partners after struggling with roof problems for nearly a decade.
Houston Jewish leaders issue protest against council candidate backed by CAIR
National and international controversy is cascading into local Houston politics as a candidate in this weekend's Houston City Council runoff election draws heavy fire from Jewish leaders for seeking the…
Willowbrook Mall to continue weekend ‘youth curfew’ until further notice
Willowbrook Mall says their ‘youth curfew’ will remain on Saturday's until further notice, that's according to a statement FOX 26 received on Wednesday afternoon.
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Jeep Weekend 2026: What you need to know about the ‘Zero Tolerance’ plan on Bolivar Peninsula
Galveston County is implementing a "zero-tolerance" safety plan for Jeep Weekend 2026. Officials say the measures are designed to ensure public safety, citing a previous 80% drop in emergency calls…