Galveston family uncovers its roots to a formerly enslaved boy at the time of Emancipation
Two Galveston brothers discover their lineage to an enslaved ancestor who had a front row seat at the time of Emancipation in 1865.
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15-year-old's body recovered from floodwater in Magnolia, Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said a group of teenagers was playing near a retention pond when a 15-year-old entered the water and did not resurface.
Couple near troubled Meyerland apartment complex finds bullet hole in home
A Meyerland couple says a bullet that pierced their bathroom wall has become the final straw after living near an apartment complex, long plagued by crime and code violations.
Affidavit: 'You're still a kid,' softball coach joked to undercover deputy in sexually charged chat
A newly released affidavit is shedding light on the messages a youth softball coach is accused of sending to a deputy posing as a 15-year-old girl.
Galveston family uncovers its roots to a formerly enslaved boy at the time of Emancipation
Two Galveston brothers discover their lineage to an enslaved ancestor who had a front row seat at the time of Emancipation in 1865.
1 dead after shooting at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware; suspect taken into custody in Philadelphia
A suspect is in custody following a double shooting on Tuesday afternoon that left one person dead inside Wilmington Hospital in Delaware.
15-year-old dead after walking into retention pond in Montgomery County, officials say
A 15-year-old Hispanic teen is dead following an incident in Montgomery County on Tuesday evening.
National Geographic opens Museum of Exploration in Washington
National Geographic has opened a new Museum of Exploration, aiming to connect visitors with explorers and their stories through immersive exhibits and artifacts spanning more than a century of discovery.
Texas cancer patient forced to relocate for treatment insurance won't cover
An Alvin man diagnosed with a rare and incurable bone marrow cancer after being hospitalized for a broken arm and brain bleed is now facing mounting expenses as he prepares for a stem cell treatment that his insurance won't fully cover, forcing him and his family to temporarily...
Suspended Fort Bend County Judge KP George sentenced to jail time, probation after money laundering conviction
The outgoing county judge and his defense attorneys immediately filed an appeal. George also faces a misdemeanor charge of misrepresentation of identity for allegedly creating fake racist attacks against his own campaign.
Houston attorney Dan Cogdell says he didn't anticipate reaction to Talarico endorsement
Dan Cogdell was Ken Paxton's criminal defense attorney for years, and he successfully represented him as part of a team of lawyers in his impeachment trial. But he publicly endorsed Paxton's opponent in the US Senate race, James Talarico.
City of Houston could soon approve $35 million on new street and drainage projects
Houston leaders are scheduled to vote on Wednesday on potentially spending more than $35 million on future street and drainage projects throughout the city.
Houston weather: Keeping a close eye on the Gulf, flooding concerns remain high
Heavy rainfall will continue to be a possibility across the Houston area as we're watching Potential Tropical Cyclone One in the Gulf.
'Burt' shines light on Parkinson's by bringing heart, humor and hope to low-budget filmmaking
With a $7,000 budget and just seven days, two filmmakers were able to shine a light on Parkinson's in the new indie film, "Burt."
Fort Bend Co. Judge KP George gets 5 years probation, 180 days in jail in money laundering case
In March, suspended Fort Bend County Judge KP George was convicted of stealing more than $46,000 from his donors. We could soon learn whether he will spend time behind bars or if it will be delayed.
More than half of Houston renters struggle with housing costs, report finds
A new report showed Houston's housing challenge is no longer just about building enough homes, but it's about who can actually afford to live in them.
TEA releases latest round of scores showing mixed results in Houston area
A second round of STAAR test results was released on Tuesday, showing mixed results in math and reading across the Houston area for third grade to eighth grade.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Wednesday Watch Party in Sugar Land canceled due to anticipated weather conditions
The FIFA World Cup 2026 watch party scheduled for Wednesday in Sugar Land has been canceled.
ABC13 Weather Alert: Scattered heavy downpours possible Wednesday, potential tropical storm offshore
We now have an ABC13 Weather Alert through Wednesday as heavy rains produce "potential life-threatening flash flooding" across Southeast Texas. There is also the potential for the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season to develop in the western gulf Wednesday.
Rapper Mystikal sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to rape: Reports
Rapper Mystikal has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to third-degree rape in Louisiana.
Former Harris County Flood Control District Engineer is front runner to lead agency: sources
As Greater Houston is being lashed with heavy rain and rising water, FOX 26 has confirmed that a frontrunner has emerged to lead Harris County's Flood Control District.
Potential Storm One has formed, could bring flooding rains to Texas Wednesday
Potential Storm One expected to become tropical storm Arthur and bring flooding rains to Texas and Louisiana Wednesday and Thursday.
Texas Tech QB who placed bets will not play amid Big 12 lawsuit, legal threat from Paxton
A Lubbock judge blocked the NCAA from banning quarterback Brendan Sorsby despite an acknowledged gambling addiction.
More and more Texans are ready to get that (whole grain) bread
Some bakeries, including in the Lone Star State, are serving up loaves and pastries that cost more, but many customers enjoy the health benefits and hardiness.
Potential Tropical Cyclone 1 prompts Tropical Storm Watch for parts of Texas Gulf coast
The first invest of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has now become Potential Tropical Cyclone 1, and has prompted the first topical weather alerts of the year for part of the Texas Gulf Coast.
Texas students’ performance in math remains below pre-pandemic levels, STAAR scores show
The third- through eighth-grade scores in Houston ISD largely mirrored statewide trends, with the district performing especially well at the eighth-grade level.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George sentenced to 180 days in jail, 5 years probation
Fort Bend County Judge KP George has been sentenced after being convicted of felony money laundering.
The Grammys add five new categories for 2027 Grammy Awards
The Grammys are expanding their categories and changing the rules. See what changes are coming for the 2027 Grammy Awards.
Part museum and part store, the Oddporium specializes in oddities and collectibles
Part museum and part store, the Oddporium, in Wilmington, Delaware, specializes in oddities and collectibles.
Montgomery County crash: 75-year-old man killed after pickup truck hydroplaned on I-45
A 75-year-old man is dead following a crash on Interstate 45 in Montgomery County on Tuesday morning.
27 Ways in 27 Days: Kerr County flooding victims’ legacies live on 1 year later
It’s been nearly a year since a devastating flood along the Guadalupe River killed more than 100 people in Kerr County. Over the next 27 days, FOX 4 will share 27 updates on the children who who died and how their legacy lives on.
Lockdown lifted at Lone Star College-Tomball after visitor's 'threatening statement'
The Lone Star College campus in Tomball was placed on lockdown on Tuesday after a visitor made a “threatening statement” at the library, officials say. The lockdown has since been lifted.
Tropical storm watch issued for Galveston as officials warn of flooding risks
A tropical disturbance moving northeast along the Texas coast had a 70% chance of forming into a cyclone as of Tuesday, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 16, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Texas students make gains in math and social studies, but reading growth stalls
Texas elementary and middle school students showed improvement in social studies and math, but little to no growth in reading, according to STAAR test results released Tuesday.
Toddler killed, one injured after Mississippi officers fire at car
A shoplifting call in Mississippi led to the death of a 1-year-old boy after a police officer opened fire on the vehicle the child was in, according to authorities and the child’s grandfather. The shooting also injured one other individual.
Former Houston City Councilwoman Abbie Kamin sworn in as Harris County Attorney
Hundreds of people turned out to Kamin's swearing-in ceremony at the Sylvester Turner Conference Center downtown Monday where she vowed to fight for vulnerable Harris County communities upon taking the seat.
National Guard shooting suspect pleads not guilty, faces death penalty
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused in the fatal shooting of a National Guard member in Washington, D.C., pleaded not guilty Tuesday to new federal charges that make the case death penalty-eligible.
How will the Strait of Hormuz be demined? Trump to address strategy at G7 summit
President Donald Trump is expected to discuss demining the Strait of Hormuz at the Group of Seven summit amid growing momentum for a peace agreement to end the Iran war.
Latest updates: Tropical Storm Watch in Texas; Houston Flood Watch
A tropical storm watch is in effect for a portion of the Texas coast as the National Hurricane Center tracks a potential tropical cyclone in the Gulf. The disturbance could bring heavy rainfall to the Houston area.
National Geographic drops trailer for 'Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston'
Tom Hiddleston hosts National Geographic's "Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston," a new three-part docudrama reframing history as a story of survival. Watch the trailer now and stream it July 23 on Disney+ and Hulu, or catch the premiere July 22 at 9/8c on National...