Briahn Hawkins
Briahn Hawkins joined the FOX 26 team in January 2025, but they’re no stranger to news coverage in Texas.
They jumped into news immediately after earning their bachelor’s degree in Communications from Trinity University in San Antonio. Briahn covered Houston news from 2020 to 2022, then worked in Dallas until 2024 before deciding to come back home.
When it comes to news, Briahn’s main focus is to make transparent, helpful content and share stories straight from the community.
Anyone with story ideas is more than welcome to email briahn.hawkins@fox.com.
The latest from Briahn Hawkins
Missing man with dementia last seen in Houston's Sunnyside
Webb Jones was last seen Saturday night on Briscoe Street.
Female fatally struck by vehicle on Highway 225, Houston police say
Police say a couple were arguing when the victim left the vehicle, then she was struck by another vehicle.
Man found after going missing in Kashmere Gardens
An elderly man was reported missing after he was last seen at about 2 a.m. Friday.
Man arrested for woman's stabbing death in northeast Houston; bond denied
Joshua Byers is accused of fatally stabbing Ambrosia Swain on Dec. 8.
Fred Hartman Bridge reopens after fatal crash
The deceased driver allegedly struck a boat and trailer connected to a stalled vehicle.
Katy Mills Mall fully reopens after fire prompts food court evacuation
The Burger King in the food court is the only thing that remains closed.
Bellaire police chief retires amid investigation
Bellaire PD Chief Onesimo Lopez Jr.T was recently placed on leave during an investigation into an employment matter.
Wrong-way crash kills three, injures 3-year-old on Grand Parkway, officials say
Authorities say a wrong-way driver crashed into a family of four on Highway 99 near FM 1464.
Overnight SWAT suspect found dead at Northside apartment complex, police say
The SWAT scene started just after midnight near the North Freeway and East Tidwell Road.
Christmas toy giveaways happening in Greater Houston
Multiple Houston-area organizations are stepping up to help give families a happy holiday season.