# heat advisory (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover heat advisory. Page: Feed: --- ## [Texas mourns Dolly Parton: George W. Bush and state leaders react to music legend's passing](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/texas-mourns-dolly-parton-george-w-bush-state-leaders-react-music-legends-passing) _2026-08-26 · Joseph.Rowe@fox.com (Joseph Rowe) · Latest News | FOX 7_ From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80. ## [Dolly Parton, music icon, dies at 80 following 'brief battle with cancer'](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/dolly-parton-music-icon-dies-80) _2026-08-26 · Stephanie.Weaver@fox.com (Stephanie Weaver) · Latest News | FOX 7_ Dolly Parton, a country music icon, has died at 80 after health struggles. The legend leaves behind a towering legacy. ## [Trial delayed again for Florida teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival cruise](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/timothy-hudson-trial-pushed-back) _2026-08-26 · Camille.Sarabia@fox.com (Camille Sarabia) · Latest News | FOX 7_ The federal murder trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of killing his stepsister aboard a Carnival cruise ship, has been delayed for a second time to now take place on Nov. 2. ## [Flock cameras in Texas: Pflugerville covering all city-leased cameras, system turned off](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/flock-cameras-pflugerville-texas-update) _2026-08-25 · Elizabeth.Evans@fox.com (Elizabeth Evans) · Latest News | FOX 7_ The City of Pflugerville has turned off and is covering the Flock license plate reader cameras in the city, pending a potential contract renewal. ## [Austin Water's reclaimed water system could cause traffic changes](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/austin-waters-reclaimed-water-system-could-cause-traffic-changes) _2026-08-25 · Angela.Shen@fox.com (Angela Shen) · Latest News | FOX 7_ Drivers will start seeing some traffic changes on Riverside Drive by Auditorium Shores. Austin Water is installing a pipe to expand their reclaimed water program. ## [Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker](https://www.fox7austin.com/election/texas-senate-race-polls-paxton-talarico) _2026-08-25 · Aaron.Barker@fox.com (Aaron Barker) · Latest News | FOX 7_ Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat. ## [Texas governor’s race: Abbott widens lead over Hinojosa in new poll](https://www.fox7austin.com/election/texas-governors-race-greg-abbott-gina-hinojosa-poll) _2026-08-25 · Aaron.Barker@fox.com (Aaron Barker) · Latest News | FOX 7_ A new poll has found that while the Texas governor’s race is much tighter than similar races in the past, the gap between the candidates has widened. ## [Travis County Commissioner's Court speaks on wildfire mitigation](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/travis-county-commissioners-court-speaks-wildfire-mitigation) _2026-08-25 · Meredith.Aldis@fox.com (Meredith Aldis) · Latest News | FOX 7_ As Central Texas approaches the 15-year anniversary of the deadly 2011 wildfires, local fire leaders said they are better prepared but still concerned about the risk here. ## [Texas appeals court denies bid to block Galveston County’s new voting map](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/texas-appeals-court-denies-bid-block-galveston-countys-new-voting-map) _2026-08-25 · Steven.Ardary@fox.com (Steven Ardary) · Latest News | FOX 7_ A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections. ## [Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired over Charlie Kirk post](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/washington-post-columnist-charlie-kirk-post) _2026-08-25 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | FOX 7_ An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate an opinion writer terminated over social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk. ## [ThreatCrush on GitHub (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/48LcnBTO0niK) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ View the ThreatCrush listing on the GitHub Marketplace. ## [Houston ICE shooting: Second witness ordered to be released in 48 hours](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-ice-shooting-second-witness-ordered-released-48-hours) _2026-08-25 · Terrian.Spurs@fox.com (Terrian Spurs) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of Daniel Tirado Pantoja from custody after granting his petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. Witness ordered to be released United States District Judge Alfred H. Bennet granted Pantoja's habeas petition. Pantoja must be released from custody within 48 hours of the order's entry on Aug. 24. Pantoja must be released in a public place… ## [Houston Texans reveal new 'HOUSTON/US' Rivalries uniforms inspired by street tiles, 'Be Someone' bridge](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-texans-reveal-new-houston-us-rivalries-uniforms-inspired-street-tiles-be-someone-bridge) _2026-08-25 · Ajibola.Bodunrin@fox.com (Ajibola Bodunrin) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON, Texas - The Houston Texans are officially adding a hyper-local look to their wardrobe. The team unveiled its new "HOUSTON/US" Rivalries uniform as part of the NFL x Nike Rivalries Program. The fresh new uniforms represent H-Town culture to the max, pulling direct design inspiration from iconic local landmarks, slab car culture, and the city's historic blue-and-white street tiles. The team… ## [Paralyzed cancer survivor from Houston launches home repair nonprofit](https://www.fox26houston.com/morning-show/paralyzed-cancer-survivor-houston-home-repair-nonprofit) _2026-08-25 · Melissa.Wilson@fox.com (Melissa Wilson) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - Houston resident Kris Kivi has launched 4K Hands of Hope, a grassroots organization dedicated to helping vulnerable neighbors age and live safely in their homes. The group steps in to address immediate, dangerous household hazards that larger agencies often cannot tackle quickly. Cancer survivor forms nonprofit Last year, Kivi underwent surgery to remove a spinal tumor tied to a… ## [Houston heat advisory: Debunking extreme heat myths amid hot weather](https://www.fox26houston.com/weather/houston-heat-advisory-debunking-extreme-heat-myths) _2026-08-25 · Olivia.Dance@fox.com (Olivia Dance) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - Harris County officials are urging residents to take severe heat precautions this week as heat indices are projected to climb between 108 and 110 degrees through midweek. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo issued a warning on Monday urging the public to utilize local resources and help mitigate health and safety risks. "We are monitoring the high temperatures and potential wildfire risk… ## [Highway 90 crash: 1 person critically injured near Crosby, Life Flight called](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/highway-90-crash-1-person-critically-injured-crosby-life-flight) _2026-08-25 · Terrian.Spurs@fox.com (Terrian Spurs) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - Harris County officials are investigating a major crash in Crosby after multiple lanes of US-90 had to be shut down. Major crash in Crosby area According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies were called to the scene in east Harris County near the intersection of Lindstrom Road and US-90. One person was reported to be critically injured. Life Flight was called, the sheriff said.… ## [Houston weather: Heat index to reach 105 degrees Tuesday](https://www.fox26houston.com/weather/houston-weather-tuesday-august-25-2026) _2026-08-25 · Mike.Iscovitz@fox.com (Mike Iscovitz) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - The heat advisory extended into Tuesday as much of the area faces triple-digit temperatures. Heat advisory has been extended through Wednesday. Another round of extreme heat Highs reach the upper 90s to low 100s today and tomorrow, with heat index values climbing above 105°. A Heat Advisory remains in effect today. A few storms return An isolated storm is possible this afternoon, with… ## [Highway 99 crash: 1 dead after vehicle hits pillar, catches fire](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/highway-99-deadly-crash-longenbough-road) _2026-08-25 · Terrian.Spurs@fox.com (Terrian Spurs) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - Harris County officials report one person is dead after a vehicle caught fire during a crash late Monday evening. Vehicle crash near Cypress-area Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies were called about a single-vehicle crash along Highway 99 and Longenbough Road around 8:47 p.m. According to Deputy J. Ajayi, a single vehicle was traveling southbound on Highway 99 at a high rate of… ## [Residents call for La Marque Mayor to resign following indecent exposure arrest](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/residents-call-la-marque-mayor-resign-following-indecent-exposure-arrest) _2026-08-25 · Jillian.Hartmann@fox.com (Jillian Hartmann) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ LA MARQUE, Texas - Several La Marque residents are calling for Mayor Keith Bell to resign following his arrest. He's accused of indecent exposure in Brazoria County. La Marque residents calling on mayor to resign following recent arrest for indecent exposure Monday night marked the first La Marque City Council meeting since Bell’s arrest. The meeting was packed with residents. During public… ## [Elderly Montrose property owner handcuffed, detained after pulling gun on homeless people](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/elderly-montrose-property-owner-handcuffed-detained-after-pulling-gun-homeless-people) _2026-08-25 · Randy.Wallace@fox.com (Randy Wallace) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A Houston property owner said she was detained by police after confronting people she says were camping outside her vacant Westheimer Road building while carrying an unloaded gun. Houston property owner detained after confronting people outside vacant building Anastasia Malavansos says she's never had a speeding ticket. But she found herself handcuffed and on the ground after pulling a… ## [2 Houston restaurants burglarized days apart, owners say break-ins add to small business struggles](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/two-houston-restaurants-burglarized-days-apart-owners-say-break-ins-add-small-business-struggles) _2026-08-25 · Leslie.DelasBour@fox.com (Leslie DelasBour) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - Two Houston restaurant owners are cleaning up and assessing their losses after separate burglaries just days apart, with both crimes captured on surveillance video. Houston restaurants cleaning up following burglaries within days of each other Trendy Dumpling Trendy Dumpling owner Ling Wang said her alarm woke her around 1 a.m. Monday. She checked her security cameras but said it was too… ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2nTBgdaLL1Xb) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [Buffalo Bills rally behind Ed Oliver after tragic loss in Harris County](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/buffalo-bills-rally-behind-ed-oliver-after-tragic-harris-county-loss) _2026-08-23 · Joseph.Rowe@fox.com (Joseph Rowe) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 13: Ed Oliver #91 of the Buffalo Bills looks on from the tunnel prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 13, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) HOUSTON - Former University of Houston football star and Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver is mourning the death of his 2-year-old son following a… ## [17-year-old arrested for 19-year-old's murder on Houston's South Side](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-jose-acosta-shooting-arrest-update-2026-august-corder) _2026-08-23 · Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A 17-year-old was arrested over the weekend in connection to a 19-year-old's shooting death on Houston's South Side earlier this month . Houston crime: Teen arrested for South Side shooting Records confirm that 17-year-old Crishaad Adams was taken into Harris County custody on a capital murder charge. Adams is accused of shooting and killing 19-year-old Jose Acosta while attempting to… ## [La Marque mayor makes $75K bond for indecent exposure arrest](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/la-marque-texas-mayor-arrest-update-2026-august) _2026-08-22 · Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ LA MARQUE, Texas - The City of La Marque shared a Saturday update on their mayor's arrest Friday for alleged indecent exposure. La Marque mayor arrest update City officials updated their Friday social media post to confirm that Mayor Keith Bell has been released on a $75,000 bond. Bell's bond reportedly comes with conditions stating that he cannot contact the victim, nor can he go near her home or… ## [Houston weather: Heat keeping rain chances minimal](https://www.fox26houston.com/weather/houston-weather-heat-keeping-rain-chances-minimal) _2026-08-22 · John.Dawson@fox.com (John Dawson) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of southeast Texas from noon to 7pm on Saturday and Sunday. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees. Hot weekend, little rain The heat wave continues into the weekend, with highs around 100 degrees or hotter. Most areas stay dry, but a few isolated showers or storms could develop Saturday evening.… ## [Karmelo Anthony’s bid for new trial denied by newly appointed judge](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/karmelo-anthony-new-trial-decision) _2026-08-22 · Aaron.Barker@fox.com (Aaron Barker) · Latest News | FOX 7_ A judge on Saturday denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial in the fatal stabbing of Frisco student Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year. ## [18-year-old dies in vehicle in northeast Houston](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-police-montclair-tyneglen-death-investigation-2026-august) _2026-08-22 · Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - Details are limited as authorities investigate the death of an 18-year-old who was found in a vehicle in northeast Houston on Saturday afternoon. Northeast Houston: 18-year-old found dead Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says the scene was on Montclair Bend and Tyneglen Lanes , near Beltway 8 and Tidwell Road. Precinct 3 constable deputies responded to a disturbance call at the scene and reportedly… ## [Baytown street blocked off after fatal motorcycle crash](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/baytown-garth-road-traffic-crash) _2026-08-22 · Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ BAYTOWN, Texas - Baytown's Garth Road is blocked off as first responders address a deadly crash involving a motorcycle. Baytown: Crash on Garth Road The scene is said to be on Garth just north of West Cedar Bayou Lynchburg Road . Authorities are blocking off traffic from both directions. Police say the crash is deadly and involved a motorcycle with a man believed to be in his 20s. No other… ## [2 injured in plane crash in Brenham, city says](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/2-injured-plane-crash-brenham-city-says) _2026-08-22 · Steven.Ardary@fox.com (Steven Ardary) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ BRENHAM, Texas - Two people were injured after a plane crashed at Brenham Municipal Airport, the city said. The city posted about the crash just after 9 a.m. Saturday saying the plane was damaged, and two people were transported by Washington County EMS with minor injuries. The city said the Department of Public Safety was leading the investigation. Crews from the Brenham Fire Department,… ## [Police face backlash for using electric shock gloves in Nebraska schools](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/police-face-backlash-using-electric-shock-gloves-nebraska-schools) _2026-08-22 · Heather.Miller@fox.com (Heather Miller) · Latest News | FOX 7_ The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands. ## [Houston weather: Heat advisory in effect this weekend](https://www.fox26houston.com/weather/houston-weather-august-22-heat-advisory) _2026-08-22 · Allison.Gargaro@fox.com (Allison Gargaro) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of southeast Texas from noon to 7pm on Saturday and Sunday. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees. Hot weekend with little rain The heat wave continues into the weekend, with highs around 100 degrees or hotter. Most areas stay dry, but a few isolated showers or storms could develop Saturday… ## [Generate Viral Hot Takes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WmllcJg2GxNG) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Get platform-optimized hot takes and rebuttals to spark debate and engagement ## [Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/celebrity-deaths-2026-list) _2026-08-22 · Stephanie.Weaver@fox.com (Stephanie Weaver) · Latest News | FOX 7_ From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026. ## [1 killed in NW Houston crash early Saturday morning](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/1-killed-nw-houston-crash-early-saturday-morning) _2026-08-22 · Steven.Ardary@fox.com (Steven Ardary) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - The Harris County Sheriff's Office said one person was killed when a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck collided early Saturday morning. Deputies responded to the 2600 block of West Mount Houston Road on Saturday morning for a crash involving a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck. The driver of the truck was pronounced dead, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. The crash… ## [Son of former NFL player, reality TV star faces sexual battery, sodomy charges](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/son-former-nfl-player-reality-tv-star-faces-sexual-battery-sodomy-charges) _2026-08-22 · Latest News | FOX 7_ Kroy Biermann Jr., the 15-year-old son of former Atlanta Falcons player Kroy Biermann and former Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kim Zolciak, is facing several felony charges following an incident in Alpharetta. ## [Disability watchdog sues Klein ISD, alleging district blocked special education classroom monitoring](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/disability-watchdog-sues-klein-isd-alleging-district-blocked-special-education-classroom-monitoring) _2026-08-22 · Mekenna.Earnhart@fox.com (Mekenna Earnhart) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - Days after a former Klein ISD classroom aide was arrested on felony charges for allegedly injuring a student, additional concerns are surfacing regarding special education classroom safety and district transparency. According to court filings in a pending federal lawsuit, an independent statewide advocacy organization alleges that Klein ISD has unlawfully blocked its advocates from… ## [25-year-old dog rescue group owner pleads guilty to what could be the worst animal cruelty case in Texas](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/25-year-old-dog-rescue-group-owner-pleads-guilty-what-could-be-worst-animal-cruelty-case-texas) _2026-08-22 · Randy.Wallace@fox.com (Randy Wallace) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ TYLER COUNTY, Texas - Ashley McFadden, who operated Southeast Texas Paw Patrol in Tyler County, was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to felony and misdemeanor animal cruelty charges in a case authorities say involved the deaths of more than 130 dogs. Texas dog rescue group owner pleads guilty FOX 26 first reported on McFadden back in March. Pictures of the abuse were very… ## [Nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops recalled nationwide over possible contamination](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/nearly-40000-bottles-eye-drops-recalled-nationwide-over-possible-contamination) _2026-08-22 · Latest News | FOX 7_ Nearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops are being recalled nationwide due to potential contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration. ## [Houston police officers commandeer Uber vehicle during pursuit of suspect](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-police-officers-commandeer-uber-vehicle-during-pursuit-suspect) _2026-08-22 · Ronnie.Marley@fox.com (Ronnie Marley) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A Houston-area Uber driver has quite the story to tell following an incident earlier this month. Uber driver's vehicle commandeered by Houston police during pursuit of suspect The video showed an Uber driver, by the name of Anthony Baines, showed a suspect running in front of his vehicle and two officers chasing behind the suspect. One of the officers jumped into Baines' vehicle and told… ## [La Marque mayor arrested for alleged indecent exposure](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/la-marque-texas-mayor-arrested-2026-august) _2026-08-22 · Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas - The mayor of La Marque, Texas, was arrested on Friday on a charge of indecent exposure. Mayor Keith Bell was taken into Brazoria County custody for a warrant on Friday, according to records. (Photo courtesy of Brazoria County jail records) As of this report, there are no details regarding the alleged offense or a bond. According to the La Marque website , Bell was elected… ## [Ravens WR Rashod Bateman faces family violence charges in Georgia](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/ravens-wr-rashod-bateman-faces-family-violence-charges-georgia) _2026-08-22 · Latest News | FOX 7_ Rashod Resheavous Bateman, the 26-year-old Baltimore Ravens wide receiver, was arrested in Georgia earlier this summer. ## [TxDOT reopens FM 481 bridge in Uvalde, just weeks after July flooding damage](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/txdot-reopens-fm-481-bridge-uvalde-just-weeks-after-july-flooding-damage) _2026-08-22 · Joseph.Rowe@fox.com (Joseph Rowe) · Latest News | FOX 7_ The FM 481 bridge in Uvalde County is set to reopen Sunday following $3 million in emergency flood repairs completed weeks ahead of schedule. ## [Florida man arrested in Senoia after Flock camera spots missing child](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/florida-man-arrested-senoia-after-flock-camera-spots-missing-child) _2026-08-21 · Doug.Evans@fox.com (Doug Evans) · Latest News | FOX 7_ The body-worn video captured by a Georgia police officer showing the rescue of a 10-year-old Florida boy from a truck during a traffic stop was just released. ## [These are the top city-inspired baby names in the US, data finds](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/top-city-inspired-baby-names-us-data) _2026-08-21 · Stephanie.Weaver@fox.com (Stephanie Weaver) · Latest News | FOX 7_ Some of America’s biggest cities are inspiring parents when it comes to baby names. A new analysis reveals the most popular city-inspired names. ## [Texas appeals court cuts damages Alex Jones was ordered to pay Sandy Hook parents](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/texas-appeals-court-cuts-damages-alex-jones-was-ordered-pay-sandy-hook-parents) _2026-08-21 · Steven.Ardary@fox.com (Steven Ardary) · Latest News | FOX 7_ A Texas appeals court on Friday upheld a judgment finding Alex Jones and his Infowars company liable to the parents of a child killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, but sharply reduced the punitive damages they were awarded. ## [Dickinson ISD educator allegedly sent money to student who blackmailed her](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/dickinson-isd-educator-student-relationship-money-blackmail-2026-august) _2026-08-21 · Karys.Belger@fox.com (Karys Belger) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ Galveston, County - Newly released court documents detail the evidence investigators say led to the arrest of a Dickinson ISD educator accused of having an improper relationship with a 16-year-old student. The probable cause affidavit alleges the student admitted to blackmailing 46-year-old Kristi Rae Hanks for money after the two began exchanging sexually explicit messages and images. A witness… ## [Conroe police investigate threats, harassment targeting city officials and staff](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/conroe-police-investigate-threats-harassment-targeting-city-officials-staff) _2026-08-21 · Ronnie.Marley@fox.com (Ronnie Marley) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ CONROE, Texas - Conroe police are investigating reports of threatening and harassing communications directed at elected officials and city employees, with at least one city official telling FOX 26 the threats are connected to the controversy surrounding Flock cameras. Conroe police investigate threatening communications The Conroe Police Department said investigators are working to determine who… ## [Jury awards ex-college basketball player $9.25M in New York Times defamation case](https://www.fox7austin.com/sports/college-basketball-new-york-times-defamation-case) _2026-08-21 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | FOX 7_ A former University of Alabama basketball player sued The New York Times over a 2023 story it ran reporting he was at the scene of a deadly shooting. ## [Evacuation orders for Montague County wildfire lifted](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/wildfire-montague-county-prompts-evacuation-orders) _2026-08-21 · Aaron.Barker@fox.com (Aaron Barker) · Latest News | FOX 7_ Evacuation orders prompted by a wildfire in Montague County have been lifted. ## [Car thefts in San Marcos have increased, police say](https://www.fox7austin.com/news/san-marcos-car-thefts-increase) _2026-08-21 · Meredith.Aldis@fox.com (Meredith Aldis) · Latest News | FOX 7_ Auto thefts tend to go up during the summer. San Marcos police said this year was no different. ## [Houston weather: Weekend heat wave with slight storm chances](https://www.fox26houston.com/weather/houston-weather-weekend-heat-wave-slight-storm-chances) _2026-08-21 · Remeisha.Shade@fox.com (Remeisha Shade) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of southeast Texas today through Saturday evening. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees. Hot weekend, with a little rain The heat wave continues into the weekend, with highs around 100 degrees or hotter. Most areas stay dry, but a few isolated showers or storms could develop Saturday evening.… ## [Man arrested for Sunnyside shooting that killed woman, injured girlfriend among others](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/hosuton-sunnyside-fairland-shooting-arrest-2026-august) _2026-08-21 · Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) · Latest News from FOX 26 Houston - KRIV_ HOUSTON - A man is now in custody for allegedly shooting four people , killing one of them, in Houston's Sunnyside area last weekend. Houston Sunnyside shooting: Victim's boyfriend arrested Records confirm that 41-year-old Kendrick Williams is in Harris County custody for a murder charge, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, and one count of assault against a family member. The family…