5 people stabbed inside Manhattan’s Penn Station, suspect in custody
Five people were injured Sunday evening in a mass stabbing in a New Jersey Transit waiting area inside Penn Station, authorities said.
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'No Trafficking Zone': Houston leaders launch anti-trafficking campaign, release most-wanted list
Houston city officials have launched a new crackdown on human trafficking ahead of the World Cup and released a most-wanted list.
A few more showers and storms possible Monday followed by drier weather this week
Finally the weather pattern will start to move away from a wet and stormy one to drier and warmer one, but that doesn't mean we're done with the rain yet. A few showers and storms are possible Monday.
City of Houston opens homeless service center ahead of World Cup matches
Mayor Whitmire says the facility plans to shelter at least 200 people while other avenues for permanent housing are being explored.
Governor Abbott activates Emergency Operations as screwworm cases rise in Texas, including one case in a dog
Texas Parks & Wildlife says the two newest cases are in Andrews County and La Salle County.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
Arkansas meteorologist keeps tracking tornado warnings after small fire breaks out in studio
“I had to make a judgment call and quickly determined I was not in any immediate danger and could continue coverage that would keep our community safe.”
GOP leaders shunned Bo French for racist posts. Now they want him to regulate Texas’ oil and gas
After Bo French asked his social media followers whether Jews or Muslims were a “bigger threat to America,” Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick called for him to step down from his position at the Tarrant County GOP. Patrick is now backing French in his bid to be the next Texas...
7.8 magnitude quake in Philippines kills at least 32, sets off tsunami
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has caused destruction in the southern Philippines and set off a 3-foot tsunami. Authorities reported at least four deaths, more than 200 injuries and damage in a large coastal city.
Target voluntarily recalls some baby wipes due to potential contamination
Target is recalling a number of baby wipes due to a potential bacterial contamination.
2 new cases of screwworm found in Texas; Canada blocks Texas livestock imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm in Texas, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
Arlington says it's ready for the World Cup — and the legacy the Beautiful Game will leave behind
Arlington will host nine matches — the most of any city. Officials say they're ready, both for the tournament and the way it could shape the popularity and culture around soccer in America.
New cases of flesh-eating parasite confirmed hundreds of miles away from initial discovery
U.S. Department of Agriculture said Monday that two additional cases of New World screwworm were confirmed in Texas, bringing the total number of cases to four.
Two more Texas screwworm infections found in animals far apart, USDA says
The USDA has announced plans to increase sterile fly production in plants outside the U.S. while it builds a fly factory in Texas.
Private jet crash in Dominican Republic killing 2 US pilots was on its way to pick up former MLB star
A former MLB All-Star said that the plane, which crashed in the Dominican Republic, was bound for Texas to pick him up, along with family and friends.
Today on Texas Standard: Big Bend border wall plans upend vital park changes
Big Bend is one of the more remote and less-visited national parks in the country. But it's been getting some national attention in recent months: Federal officials have faced scrutiny over constantly changing plans to construct a border wall through the protected region,...
Bob Packwood, former Oregon senator who resigned after scandal, dies
Bob Packwood, a former Oregon Republican senator whose career ended after multiple allegations of sexual harassment, has died at 93.
Gina Hinjosa launching nonpartisan program to fight school closures in Texas
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is launching a new nonpartisan organizing program called Team Texas Public Schools.
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.
For pregnant mothers in Philadelphia, they can receive a 'Home From Shana'
For pregnant mothers in Philadelphia, A 'Home from Shana' is a place where they can call home in times of dire need.
Carjacking murder suspect accused of killing Houston father during stolen truck confrontation
A man has been charged with murder after reportedly killing a Houston father following a carjacking Saturday afternoon.
Construction start nears for Big Bend area border wall
U.S. Customs and Border Protection says border wall panels will start being installed in the region late this summer or early fall. Multiple signs of construction moving forward have surfaced in recent weeks, from the development of a “man camp” worker housing facility to...
More than 91,000 fans attended Argentina-Honduras soccer match at Texas A&M's Kyle Field
Tens of thousands of fans packed College Station to watch the reigning defenders of the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy play at Kyle Field.
Father of 5 shot, killed after tracking son's stolen truck in north Houston, HCSO says
Investigators said the father of the carjacking victim tracked the car and confronted the suspect, leading to the shooting, the sheriff's office said.
Sixth-grader finds 85-million-year-old fossil on club field trip
Corbin Bullard didn’t know exactly what he’d found while on a field trip with his 4-H Geology Club, “but I knew that it was something big."
Tracking deeper tropical moisture in the Gulf
We're watching some tropical moisture in the Gulf that could increase storm chances next weekend, but we'll need to see where that moisture ends up first.
USDA secretary to unveil response plan after screwworm detected in South Texas
Federal officials are preparing a response after two cases of the New World screwworm were confirmed in Zavala County, prompting a disaster declaration in Texas.
'I could have been killed' | Nanny says stranger attacked her with baseball bat while walking baby in Sugar Land
Sugar Land police are searching for a man accused of attacking a nanny with a baseball bat during a walk with an infant, leaving her with serious injuries.
Local Texas election officials await appointment of new secretary of state as midterm preparations ramp up
After Jane Nelson's unexpected resignation, local election leaders worry her successor could complicate midterm election administration. Gov. Greg Abbott hasn't yet named a replacement.
Texas' health care workforce has increased 123% in 30 years. State officials say it isn't enough
Health care is the largest and fastest growing industry in Texas — but the workforce isn't growing fast enough to meet increasing demand. Workforce shortages are getting worse, according to testimony from state officials during a House Committee on Public Health hearing.
Kamala Harris eyes possible 2028 comeback, but some former allies look to 'fresh' faces
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said she's "thinking about" a 2028 presidential bid, but some previous supporters are unenthusiastic -- despite her national name recognition and experience as second in command.
Two Texans cleared of hantavirus risk after period of isolation
The two Texas residents monitored for hantavirus have been cleared by Texas Department of State Health Services.
Houston's iconic Picos isn't done yet as search for new home continues
Houston diners still have a few chances to visit Picos before its Upper Kirby location closes. The restaurant is also working on what comes next.
Houston weather: Hot and humid all week with spotty storms
Hot and humid weather will take hold across Southeast Texas with highs in the low 90s all week. Spotty showers and storms will be possible at times, but most of the week will feature more heat than rain.
Pride Houston parade postponed due to weather with plans to reschedule after World Cup: organizers
The Pride Houston 365 parade was postponed on Saturday due to weather, organizers said, with plans to reschedule festivities after the World Cup games.
What to know about Artemis III as NASA readies to reveal crew
It won't be the big return of humans on the moon, but Artemis III is a crucial part of the lunar comeback for NASA.
Getting around to World Cup events on METRO rail and buses
The eyes of the soccer world will be on Houston as the sport's biggest tournament takes over.
Driver apparently stuck in I-10 floodwaters gets friendly nudge to higher ground
Houston TranStar cameras captured a big rig appear to push a van out of high water on the Katy Freeway at Houston Avenue.
Texas woman who went missing last month found dead, family says
Morgan Williams first vanished following her release from jail last month, with relatives saying the circumstances surrounding her disappearance didn't add up.
Humble-area teen dies days after shooting; suspect now faces new charge
A Humble-area shooting case has taken a major turn after a 19-year-old victim died and prosecutors upgraded charges against the suspect.
Matthew McConaughey to perform at Houston Symphony's season opener
The Texas native and star of the silver screen will narrate the performance of Copland's Lincoln Portrait for one night only.