Fugitive wanted in Mexico captured by ICE officers in Houston
HOUSTON, Texas — A 63-year-old fugitive, Carlos Federico Valenzuela Cadena, was apprehended by ICE officers in Houston. He is wanted in Mexico for organized crime, fraud, and extortion. Valenzuela Cadena, described as a Mexican criminal illegal alien, attempted to evade capture in the United States but was...
Police say they’re looking for man who kidnapped baby during home invasion in southeast...
Police say they're looking for a man who barged into a woman's southeast Houston apartment and kidnapped her three-month-old daughter.
A mayor in disarray: Whitmire leaves Houstonians disappointed
“Everyone should be smiling this morning because the people of Houston are smiling, because they’ve elected a mayor who is going to listen to them, a mayor who is known for solving problems,” Mayor John Whitmire told his audience during his inaugural speech. Two years have passed since...
DOW Chemical lays off 4,500 workers
News of Dow Chemical laying off almost 5,000 employees is causing concern in the greater Houston area, especially Freeport. FOX 26's Randy Wallace has more.
Houston weather: Dry cold front Thursday night, cooler air Friday
A cold front will sweep through tonight, shifting winds to the north and beginning yet another round of windy and colder weather. Precipitation chances with this boundary are low this time, so most areas will stay dry and we won't have to worry about any more ice or sleet. Behind the front, temperatures will begin to...
With a $14.5 Million Asking Price For Its Last Remaining Penthouse, Houston’s St. Regis...
A rendering of one of the deluxe, two-level penthouses in The St. Regis Residences, Houston shows its luxury power. (Courtesy of Shimahara Visual) From the outset, the luxe St. Regis Residences was set to change the landscape of high-rise living in Houston with its posh location overlooking Buffalo Bayou and all the...
Houston ignites unexpected competition between locals ahead of World Cup: ‘A once-a-generation opportunity’
"New Year, New Hou." Houston ignites unexpected competition between locals ahead of World Cup: 'A once-a-generation opportunity' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Houston Solid Waste workers say long hours, safety risks are taking a toll
Long hours and safety concerns are just a few of the issues some Houston Solid Waste workers said they are facing.
Bangor Plane Crash Victims: Joel Osteen Church Employee Among Deceased
A Bombardier Challenger 600 flipped over while attempting takeoff at Bangor International Airport.
Houston Man With Disability Beaten, Support Dog Snatched In Brazen Attack
A 42-year-old Houston man with a mental disability was beaten and robbed, and his emotional support dog was taken during the attack. The dog is central to his daily care, and family and neighbors say its loss has been devastating. According to FOX 26 Houston, two people assaulted the man...

















