Texas Governor issues disaster declaration for 51 counties as Tropical Storm Alberto pounds the state

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 51 Texas counties as Tropical Storm Alberto moved through the Gulf of Mexico with impacts expected to continue across the southern half of Texas.

Fifth Ward Cancer Cluster: EPA finds 41 creosote-linked chemicals in neighborhood

As residents in the neighborhood continue to deal with rare cancer diagnoses, recent EPA samples show a need for more testing of soil, gas, groundwater and sewers.

'Miracle': Man surviving brain cancer 6 years after he was given weeks to live

He was diagnosed with brain cancer and given weeks to live - six years ago. Doctors believe his high standard of care, his faith, and all the love and family support he received packed a powerful punch in his miraculous recovery.

Houston woman becomes nurse in honor of her beloved mother

We're highlighting a local nurse this National Nurse's Week, who unfortunately lost her more than a decade ago, but witnessing her mom's illness prompted her to switch careers and become a nurse.

Astros President Reid Ryan returns to Round Rock
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Hester's Automotive and Round Rock city officials honor the man who helped bring the Express to Round Rock.

Astros World Series trophy in Austin
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Houston Astros fans in Austin and around Central Texas will get a chance to see the World Series trophy for themselves. FOX 7's Jacqueline Sarkissian has the details.

Astros World Series gear on sale
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The Houston Astros made history by winning its first World Series and FOX 7's Jacqueline Sarkissian has more on some of the merchandise that's for sale and how fast it's selling out!

World Series security
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The Houston Astros trip to the World Series means extra security plans to keep everyone safe. FOX's Deneige Broom has the details.

Long term hurricane recovery plan
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According to estimates the damage caused by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria may top $200 billion. To help those impacted, Habitat for Humanity has announced a new hurricane recovery initiative which kicks off in Houston. Habitat for Humanity CEO Jonathan Reckford and Executive Director at Houston's Habitat for Humanity Allison Hay have more.

Houston officer hospitalized after being hit by vehicle
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A Houston police officer is in critical condition after being hit by a vehicle while making a traffic stop. Deneige Broom from our sister station FOX 26 has the details.

Austin-based 'Zello' app invaluable tool for 'Cajun Navy' during Harvey response
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"If you've played with walkie-talkies as a kid, it's the same idea. You push a button, you hold the button and you talk, and they hear you as you're talking," said Bill Moore, CEO of Austin-based app Zello.

State Representative Gene Wu discusses Harvey relief efforts
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Gene Wu, whose represents District 137 in Houston, talks about how state leaders are working to ensure that those impacted by Harvey get the resources they need.

FOX Business Report - 8/31
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Houston's two airports have reopened. Lauren Simonetti talks about that and more from the FOX Business Studio.

Rescue efforts in Kingwood
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Volunteers are putting their lives at risk to save others.

Water receding but issues remain in Houston
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Although the water is receding in Houston many issues remain. Volunteers have rescued more than 800 people along the San Jacinto River in Kingwood and some of the volunteers needed to be rescued themselves. FOX 7's Ashley Paredez has details.

Houston underwater
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Although the water is receding in the Houston area, chaos continues.

Impact of "Harvey" still being felt
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The impact of "Harvey" is still being felt in Texas Tuesday night especially along the coast.