In January 2020, Fox premiered “9-1-1” companion series “9-1-1: Lone Star,” starring Rob Lowe as Capt. Owen Strand, the leader of Austin, Texas-based fire department Station 126. That show is currently in its third season and was renewed for a fourth earlier Monday ahead of the decision coming down about its parent series.

“9-1-1’s” return for a Season 6 was never in doubt, but rather held up by contract talks with talent due to it being a negotiation year for the cast. With finalization of renewals for “9-1-1” and “The Resident” having taken longer than expected, Fox did not reveal its fall schedule — one that is likely to include both series when all is said and done — Monday ahead of its upfronts presentation.

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