2 men charged, accused of stabbing dog to death with a piece of sheet metal, authorities say
Two Aldine-area men are facing charges after authorities say they held down a dog and stabbed him to death with a piece of sheet metal.
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Galveston families face another housing deadline, police review complaints tied to Beacons of Light Solutions
Galveston police are reviewing complaints involving Beacons of Light Solutions LLC as families awaiting housing assistance face another move-out deadline.
Houston-area ranchers worry about reemergence of screwworm
A flesh-eating parasite that was eradicated from the U.S. decades ago has been detected in Texas for the first time since 1966, prompting an aggressive response from state and federal agriculture officials.
Harris County electronic monitoring program doesn't track defendants who become fugitives
The number of Harris County defendants placed on GPS or curfew-based electronic monitoring more than doubled between 2021 and 2024, according to Harris County Pretrial Services.
2 men charged, accused of stabbing dog to death with a piece of sheet metal, authorities say
Two Aldine-area men are facing charges after authorities say they held down a dog and stabbed him to death with a piece of sheet metal.
Calls for lifeguards in Surfside Beach grow in wake of 11-year-old's drowning
A petition started after an 11-year-old drowned. They want lifeguards. The city, however, said it doesn't have the funds to pay for them.
Two shootings involving teens in less than two days renew focus on gun safety and secure storage
Two recent shootings involving teenagers in the Houston area highlight urgent calls for gun safety.
Woman whose kids had cocaine in their system when they drowned ordered to undergo mental health evaluation
Laura Nicholson, 23, is charged with reckless injury to a child after investigators said her young daughters drowned in a pool with cocaine in their systems.
Cause of Galveston roller coaster getting stuck on Pleasure Pier revealed
FOX 26 has learned the cause of why a roller-coaster in Galveston got stuck with eight passengers on board last Thursday.
'You should be ashamed of yourself': Surveillance video shows autism therapist kicking 5-year-old child in face
An Arizona autism therapy center employee was arrested and fired after surveillance footage captured him allegedly kicking a nonverbal 5-year-old boy in the face.
Actor James Handy reportedly stabbed to death by girlfriend's son
Handy was a character actor known for films like “Jumanji,” “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Arachnophobia.”
LEGO unveils its largest set ever, with more than 12,000 pieces
The replica of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia costs nearly $800 and is available for pre-order now before it is officially released in November.
Houston-area homeowner captures USPS carrier throwing packages into driveway during rainstorm, report filed
A Houston-area homeowner is speaking out after he says a USPS carrier threw multiple packages into his driveway during a rainstorm, an incident that was captured on home surveillance video.
'Camp Rock 3' unveils new clip alongside CMA Fest activation experience in Nashville
Watch the new "Camp Rock 3" clip and see how fans are stepping into the movie with a special CMA Fest activation.
House passes bill to aid Ukraine and impose new sanctions on Russia
The House passed legislation Thursday that would aid Ukraine and sanction key segments of the Russian economy, overriding objections from Republican leaders.
Concerned about Ebola? Here's how you can track it in Houston
With the World Cup coming to Houston, the city and Harris County teamed up to create a dashboard for people to track Ebola.
Harris County crime: Stolen 18-wheeler from Indiana involved in traffic crash on Will Clayton Parkway
Harris County authorities have recovered a stolen 18-wheeler that was involved in a minor traffic crash on Thursday.
World Cup friendly matches: Everything you need to know
National teams use friendlies to prepare for major tournaments such as the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
New study shows marks parents give for public schools versus private schools
A new study shows how Texans view education, and researchers said it could explain why so many parents applied for the new private school voucher program.
Home sellers are pulling homes off the market at a near record pace, data shows
Some frustrated home sellers are pulling their homes off the market during the all-important spring home buying and selling season, according to data from Redfin.
Hannah McNair champions girls flag football ahead of key UIL vote
Hannah McNair and the Houston Texans are pushing to make girls flag football a UIL-sanctioned sport as participation continues to grow across Texas.
14-year-old boy arrested for deadly parking garage shooting that killed 23-year-old man
Brett Scrogham died after he was shot in a parking garage near the Indiana Convention Center on May 28.
Some Texas school districts struggling with costs of complying with school bus seatbelt law
The state continues to enact laws and mandates to make schools safer, but school districts are finding it hard to fund the cost of compliance.
Karmelo Anthony Trial: Jurors watch stabbing videos following opening statements
Opening statements began Thursday morning in the murder trial of a Frisco ISD student accused of fatally stabbing another student at a track meet.
Ken Paxton to investigate Celsius Energy Drink Co. after alleged link to Texas cheerleader’s death
Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating Celsius over claims it markets energy drinks to youths after a lawsuit alleging a drink caused a Texas teen's death.
Geomagnetic storm could allow for Northern Lights viewing in various parts of the nation
While there is no physical damage to the planet, scientists with NOAA say storms can occasionally interfere with some technologies, depending on their strength.
What hotter overnight lows could mean for our energy grid
As we kick off another summer here in southeast Texas, many of us are asking the same question we always ask this time of year: "Will our energy grid hold up with increased demand?"
Texas lawmaker vows to name highway after Trump as Cornyn retreats from his own effort
A Texas lawmaker has pledged to rename a highway in honor of President Donald Trump after U.S. Sen John Cornyn backed away from his own effort to do the same.
First FIFA World Cup store opens in Sugar Land as officials warn fans about counterfeit gear
Soccer fans packed Sugar Land’s first FIFA World Cup store as law enforcement is urging shoppers to avoid counterfeit merchandise ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Teen arrested and charged after killing his friend in The Woodlands, MCSO says
Easton Spoklie, 17, was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide in connection with the shooting.
Who could win the World Cup? Wall Street firm analyzed 20,000 matches to predict the winner
Goldman Sachs set its predictions ahead of the tournament start after analyzing thousands of matches dating back to 1978.
Alvin, Brazoria County leaders propose resolutions to oppose data centers
Growing opposition over data centers continues across Southeast Texas including in the city of Alvin.
We're dodging downpours through the weekend in Houston
Tropical air brings more downpours to Southeast Texas with the pattern not letting up until after the weekend. Those heavy rains could lead to pockets of street flooding.
Kennedy Center moves to erase Trump references after judge said they were illegally added
The institution's lawyers said email signatures, letterheads and other documents must reflect the performing arts center's original name by June 12.
New state law aims to create safety guidelines for autonomous vehicles in Texas
You may be seeing more autonomous vehicles on the roads here in Houston, and they're making more headlines too.
The Woodlands teen killed in apparent accidental shooting, 17-year-old charged
A 16-year-old boy was killed at a home in The Woodlands in what appears to be an accidental shooting, authorities say.
Investigators tie 2022 Houston killing to Austin murder through ballistic evidence
Police say one gun links a 2022 Houston murder and an Austin killing. New video shows two persons of interest as investigators seek public help.
'Mad Max' pilot caused scary close call with JetBlue passenger jet: 'That guy's insane'
The FAA is investigating after a close encounter between a small plane and a passenger jet alarmed pilots and air traffic control.
DPS: Bicyclist found dead in ditch in suspected hit-and-run in New Caney
Texas DPS investigators are asking for the public’s help after a bicyclist was found dead in a ditch along Loop 494 in New Caney.
‘It’s just sad’ | Last bell rings for 12 Houston ISD campuses as students, parents say goodbye
The HISD Board of Managers voted earlier this year to shutter the 12 schools, citing declining enrollment, aging infrastructure and staffing issues.
Commissioner Ritch Wheeler Announces Major Traffic Signal Modernization Project for Precinct 3
Montgomery County Precinct 3 is launching a significant upgrade to its traffic signal infrastructure with the installation of Miovision’s advanced traffic management technology, providing smarter, safer and more efficient intersection operations to motorists and pedestrians...