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Wildfire contained in Sam Houston Forest in northwest Montgomery County

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Wildfire contained in Sam Houston Forest in northwest Montgomery County

The fire is near FM 1375 and FM 149. Others are being asked to avoid the area.

February 7, 2026 1:29pm CST

'Threatening' wildfire reported in Dayton

February 7, 2026 12:49pm CST

Suspect still sought in deadly southeast Houston hit-and-run on Christmas Eve

February 7, 2026 12:15pm CST

Suspect involved in San Leon standoff surrenders

February 6, 2026 10:02pm CST

Sweeny fire chief placed on leave following arrest of son, former chief

February 6, 2026 5:31pm CST

Justice for Ivan Ramirez: Pasadena coach’s family carries on mission after killer’s sentencing

February 6, 2026 3:38pm CST

Texas Headlines

FCC opening probe into 'The View' after appearance by Talarico

The Federal Communications Commission is opening an investigation into ABC's “The View" after Texas state Rep. James Talarico appeared on the show Monday, Fox News said Friday.

Six Flags over Texas hits construction milestone on world's tallest 'giga dive' coaster

When does early voting start in Texas? Important 2026 election dates for voters

Texas flooding: Missing Camp Mystic child's parents file suit to stop reopening

Offer Vince Shlomi, the 'ShamWow' guy, releases campaign ad for Texas Congressional seat

Post Malone’s childhood home in Texas hits market

National News

Former Jets first-round pick Darron Lee charged with murder in girlfriend’s death

Former New York Jets first-round draft pick Darron Lee was arrested in Tennessee and charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend.

Why medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics are worth more than ever

Trump won't apologize for video of Obamas as apes: What he said

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 6 latest updates

Family members of 17-year-old shot to death in Cloverleaf area on grief-stricken journey for justice

This year's Super Bowl flyover will feature these 8 aircraft

Sports

Terrance Gore, MLB speedster and World Series champ, dies at 34

Terrance Gore, an MLB speedster formerly with the Kansas City Royals, died at the age of 34.

February 7, 2026 1:51pm CST

Former Jets first-round pick Darron Lee charged with murder in girlfriend’s death

February 7, 2026 1:31pm CST

Why medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics are worth more than ever

February 7, 2026 12:15pm CST

Super Bowl LX: See what Texas high school football players are in the big game

February 6, 2026 7:57pm CST

From Fan Zones to Kickoff: Los Angeles and the World Cup Countdown | Futbol HQ

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From Fan Zones to Kickoff: Los Angeles and the World Cup Countdown | Futbol HQ

February 6, 2026 4:34pm CST

Super Bowl fumble: Fanatics faces backlash over NFL merch quality, availability

February 6, 2026 12:23pm CST

Things To Do

MLK Day Parade Houston: 2 parades unite for first time, details, route

The two competing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades will join together for the first time for this year's MLK Day!

Cool treats at Happy Go Lucky in Houston

Offbeat & Unusual

Caught on camera: Brightline train crushes delivery robot stuck on tracks in Miami

A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks.

Pilot reports UFO beside jet, ATC jokes: 'Good luck with the aliens'

Raccoon falls through ceiling at Grand Geneva restaurant, bites guest

Detroit's RoboCop statue installed at Eastern Market after years of delays

Stay frosty: Mug Root Beer unveils new cologne in time for holidays

Thai woman brought in for cremation found alive in coffin after knocking

The Houston Land Bank works to create affordable homes in neighborhoods across Houston to help provide a better quality of life for underserved communities. Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan talks with CEO Christa Stoneham and Khiana Goines, who just purchased her first home with the help of the Houston Land Bank.