Viral TikTok highlights persistent Houston railroad crossing failures—and the legal hurdles preventing fixes
Drivers in northwest Houston are facing recurring, hours-long traffic gridlocks due to malfunctioning crossing gates on Pinemont Drive that lower and freeze even when no train is present. The ongoing frustration led one local to physically hold up the 40-pound gate for two hours so trapped commuters could pass, sparking a viral social media movement and highlighting the severe public safety risks of extended repair delays.
Drivers in northwest Houston are facing recurring, hours-long traffic gridlocks due to malfunctioning crossing gates on Pinemont Drive that lower and freeze even when no train is present. The ongoing frustration led one local to physically hold up the 40-pound gate for two hours so trapped commuters could pass, sparking a viral social media movement and highlighting the severe public safety risks of extended repair delays.
Houston weather: Warm, humid weather to remain for Friday, spotty storms possible
Very warm and humid weather will continue across Southeast Texas. Houston should climb into the middle to upper 90s, with plenty of sunshine and humidity making it feel even hotter.
Very warm and humid weather will continue across Southeast Texas. Houston should climb into the middle to upper 90s, with plenty of sunshine and humidity making it feel even hotter.
Houston ISD superintendent responds to teacher's viral video: 'That is why we're here'
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
DFW Airport could soon be adding more Islamic foot-washing stations
More foot-washing stations for Islamic travelers could soon be added to a terminal at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
More foot-washing stations for Islamic travelers could soon be added to a terminal at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
2-year-old dies after being found unresponsive; mother, her boyfriend arrested in connection
Officials are looking to potentially upgrade charges for the Spring couple. The two reportedly approached authorities last week when the child was unresponsive.
Officials are looking to potentially upgrade charges for the Spring couple. The two reportedly approached authorities last week when the child was unresponsive.
Galveston beachgoers warned about 'sea lice': What are they?
Conversations have been popping up about "sea lice" after someone posted on social media they caught a case last year in Galveston. So, what is "sea lice"?
Conversations have been popping up about "sea lice" after someone posted on social media they caught a case last year in Galveston. So, what is "sea lice"?
Surveillance video of car wash shooting suspect in southeast Houston released
Houston police are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot a man during an attempted car wash robbery and then shot at a Harris County constable deputy.
Houston police are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot a man during an attempted car wash robbery and then shot at a Harris County constable deputy.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Latest Paxton vs. Talarico polls
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Court lifts block on Texas mail-in ballot ID requirements
Identification requirements for mail-in ballots that became Texas law in 2021 can be enforced after a court ruling issued Wednesday.
Identification requirements for mail-in ballots that became Texas law in 2021 can be enforced after a court ruling issued Wednesday.
Two central Texas men killed in two-truck crash in Fisher County, DPS says
Two central Texas men were killed, and another driver was injured Wednesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash at an intersection in Fisher County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Two central Texas men were killed, and another driver was injured Wednesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash at an intersection in Fisher County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Texas City: Missing person found dead at Moses Lake following extensive search
An active search is underway for a missing person at Moses Lake in Texas City, officials said.
An active search is underway for a missing person at Moses Lake in Texas City, officials said.
Don Toliver Houston concert: Man caught with gun at security checkpoint, concert ends earlier than expected
The sold-out Don Toliver concert at Houston's Toyota Center ended a little earlier than expected following a security incident on Tuesday evening.
The sold-out Don Toliver concert at Houston's Toyota Center ended a little earlier than expected following a security incident on Tuesday evening.
Houston Humane Society opens stand-alone clinic giving pet owners cheaper alternatives
The Houston Humane Society says it's been planning on opening a stand-alone clinic for years.
The Houston Humane Society says it's been planning on opening a stand-alone clinic for years.
New details on Crystal Ballroom at the Rice closure as couples await refunds
A bride impacted by the sudden closure of the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice in Downtown Houston has shared a new email with FOX 26 that provides more details about why the venue allegedly shut down.
A bride impacted by the sudden closure of the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice in Downtown Houston has shared a new email with FOX 26 that provides more details about why the venue allegedly shut down.
Lake Jackson father speaks on former deputy's arrest for son's shooting death
Former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was arrested on Tuesday for the on-duty shooting death of John Mendoza Jr.
Former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was arrested on Tuesday for the on-duty shooting death of John Mendoza Jr.
Pasadena Police Department releases statement regarding employees involved in Flock camera misuse
The Pasadena Police Department has released a statement following a sergeant resigning following the misuse of Flock cameras.
The Pasadena Police Department has released a statement following a sergeant resigning following the misuse of Flock cameras.
Southeast Houston shooting: Man ambushed in garage, shot multiple times
Houston police are searching for multiple suspects involved in an ambush shooting at a home in southeast Houston early Wednesday morning.
Houston police are searching for multiple suspects involved in an ambush shooting at a home in southeast Houston early Wednesday morning.
Bellaire attempted armored vehicle robbery: Court documents reveal new details
Court documents are revealing new details following an attempted armored vehicle robbery that occurred last week in Bellaire.
Court documents are revealing new details following an attempted armored vehicle robbery that occurred last week in Bellaire.