City of Houston opens cooling centers as extreme heat moves into the area
As dangerous heat settles across the Houston area, the City of Houston is opening cooling centers to give residents a safe place to escape t…
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Italian court blocks Lee Gilley's extradition over sentencing concerns
Gilley faces a capital murder charge in the 2024 death of his pregnant wife, Christa Gilley. He remains in custody in Italy, where a court i…
Magnolia woman questions $2,327 Aqua Texas water bill showing 97,200 gallons of usage
A Magnolia woman says she was stunned after receiving a $2,327 water bill from Aqua Texas that showed her household used 97,200 gallons of w…
Trump approves nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium, two AP sources say
President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capabi…
Tropical Storm Bertha headed toward New Orleans, effects Houston with outer rain bands Wednesday night
Tropical Storm Bertha strengthened Tuesday afternoon as it moved slowly through the northeastern Gulf. The latest forecast continues to show…
Tropical Storm Bertha turns toward Louisiana, impacts expected in Houston Thursday
Bertha is now moving directly toward Louisiana before it moves over Texas on Thursday.
Comedians, charities and laughs fuel new season of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?'
Jimmy Kimmel returns for a new season of the ABC game show, with celebrities competing to win $1 million for charity. 💰📺
New Air Force One grounded; jet to be 'maxed out' after security concerns raised, Trump says
The new Air Force One is undergoing an upgrade that's expected to put the Qatari-gifted jet out of commission for about a month, President D…
How to stay active safely during Houston's dangerous heat
Dangerous heat continues across the Houston area, and for many people, staying indoors is not an option. FOX 26 spoke with Sean Harris, CEO …
Extreme heat warning issued for Houston as heat index climbs to 115°
Wednesday’s Forecast: An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday across the Houston area. Afternoon temperatures …
Tropical Storm Bertha slowly churns near Florida, Extreme Heat Warning issued for Southeast Texas
We now have an ABC13 Weather Watch for Wednesday and Thursday. Extreme heat and severe thunderstorms are possible Wednesday, followed by a c…
Louisiana Rep. Cleo Fields won't seek reelection after Democrat's seat was redrawn
Democratic U.S. Rep. Cleo Fields said Tuesday he would not seek reelection to his redrawn Louisiana congressional district that was at the c…