First Texas execution of 2026 is Houston double murderer

Charles Thompson, who was convicted of murdering of his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend in 1999, was the person executed in Texas this year.

Federal reserve leaves rates unchanged amid inflation concerns
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An overall healthy view of the economy weighed heavily in the Federal Reserve Board’s decision to not lower interest rates again right now after three consecutive cuts. Inflation has eased from the high levels in 2022 but still higher than the target two percent. FOX 4’s Shaun Rabb has more.

Some school districts reopen, many still closed from winter storm
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The first set of North Texas school districts announced plans to reopen Thursday, while many remained closed due to icy secondary roads. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more.

FBI agents spend hours searching Fulton County election facility

Federal agents carried out a law enforcement action Wednesday at a Fulton County election facility located in Fairburn.

Greg Abbott orders freeze on new H-1B visa applications
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered public universities and state agencies to freeze new H-1B visa applications until May 2027. The pause aims to allow the state legislature and Congress time to reform the program, citing concerns that it should supplement rather than replace American workers. FOX 4's Steven Dial has more.

Volunteer drivers make sure nurses get to work during Texas winter storm
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With poor road conditions caused by the winter storm, essential workers like nurses might have had a hard time getting to work if not for the work of volunteer off-road drivers in Dallas. FOX 4's Vania Castillo has more.

Airports returning to normal after winter storm
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Air travel is slowly returning to normal at DFW Airport. At the height of the storm, the big airport had more cancellations and delays than anywhere else in the country.

Road conditions improving after a tense morning
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While the roadways are looking much better, drivers braved icy conditions on Wednesday morning. It was slow going with several accidents and some close calls. One trouble spot was a portion of I-30 that was eventually shut down.

WA-based Costco's famous rotisserie chicken hit with class-action lawsuit

Costco is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the warehouse retailer of falsely advertising that its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives, according to court documents.

Watch: Cold-stunned sea turtles rescued from Texas coast during winter storm

Wildlife officials and a network of volunteers raced against the clock to rescue hundreds of "cold-stunned" sea turtles from the shallow waters of the Laguna Madre as plunging temperatures threatened the already threatened species.

Texas Winter Storm: Multiple highways shutdown in DFW
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As the winter weather effects continue, a freezing fog advisory is in effect across North Texas leading to concerns of ice this morning.

Winter storm: Freezing dangerous road conditions continue Wednesday
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The melting ice on Tuesday refroze overnight, then there is freezing fog in some areas. The conditions are making it a difficult commute for many drivers. I-30 is one of the highways that is of concern today. FOX 4's Payton May has the latest.

Winter storm: American Red Cross blood shortage
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Winter always puts pressure on the blood supply, and this year's widespread flu and winter weather are making things even tougher. 

Winter weather: Now is the time to monitor your pipes
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The pipes in your home can burst as things begin to thaw out. Knowing what to do if you have a busted pipe may save you a lot of money. FOX 4's Dan Godwin has details.

Second teen dies in Frisco sledding accident
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Two teenagers died after sledding behind a Jeep during the winter storm. Since last weekend, more than 50 children were treated for sledding injuries, according to Cook Children's. FOX 4's Paige Ellenberger has the details.