Viral 'Chromebook challenge' prompts warnings from school districts
A middle school student in Connecticut was reportedly hospitalized after a fire started by the “Chromebook challenge."
A middle school student in Connecticut was reportedly hospitalized after a fire started by the “Chromebook challenge."
Chaotic video shows neighbors trying to stop ICE from detaining mother
Two people were arrested after chaotic video showed dozens of people surrounding ICE agents to stop them from detaining an immigrant mother.
Two people were arrested after chaotic video showed dozens of people surrounding ICE agents to stop them from detaining an immigrant mother.
Hillcroft Avenue pedestrian crash kills 1, suspected driver on the run
Houston police are searching for the driver involved in a deadly pedestrian crash around midnight on Friday.
Houston police are searching for the driver involved in a deadly pedestrian crash around midnight on Friday.
Pam Bondi announces ‘largest seizure’ of fentanyl in US history
One of the biggest fentanyl busts in U.S. history was announced this week, in addition to the arrests of 16 people – including a high-ranking member of the Sinaloa Cartel.
One of the biggest fentanyl busts in U.S. history was announced this week, in addition to the arrests of 16 people – including a high-ranking member of the Sinaloa Cartel.
Teen killed after series of shootings involving two groups then off-duty officer
Officials say an off-duty officer shot at two teens who were in his backyard as they were running from another shooting. Family members of the teen who died spoke to FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann about what led up to the initial shooting.
Officials say an off-duty officer shot at two teens who were in his backyard as they were running from another shooting. Family members of the teen who died spoke to FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann about what led up to the initial shooting.
Baby seal stabbed on Oregon coast; search for suspect underway
The baby seal survived the attack which occurred in March.
The baby seal survived the attack which occurred in March.
Body cam: Houston police chase ends with 3 arrested; officer fires gun
The Houston Police Department released body worn camera video of an officer-involved shooting incident in the 6200 block of Lyons Avenue on April 10. Police say the incident began when officers located a reported stolen vehicle in the 6200 block of Lyons Avenue. The driver drove the car towards the officers, police say, and one officer fired his weapon multiple times. Neither the suspects nor the officers were injured. Police say the driver then led officers on a pursuit before the vehicle became disabled in the 7600 block of Wallisville Road. Three men were arrested.
The Houston Police Department released body worn camera video of an officer-involved shooting incident in the 6200 block of Lyons Avenue on April 10. Police say the incident began when officers located a reported stolen vehicle in the 6200 block of Lyons Avenue. The driver drove the car towards the officers, police say, and one officer fired his weapon multiple times. Neither the suspects nor the officers were injured. Police say the driver then led officers on a pursuit before the vehicle became disabled in the 7600 block of Wallisville Road. Three men were arrested.
North Houston: Silver Alert canceled, missing man found safe
A man was found after going missing on Cypress Grove Meadows Drive, near FM 1960 and TC Jester.
A man was found after going missing on Cypress Grove Meadows Drive, near FM 1960 and TC Jester.
Southwest Houston: Suspect charged following police-involved shooting on Buxley Street
The suspect was allegedly wearing bulletproof gear and "challenged" undercover officers who were in his neighborhood. The shooting happened after uniformed officers allegedly tried to pull him over.
The suspect was allegedly wearing bulletproof gear and "challenged" undercover officers who were in his neighborhood. The shooting happened after uniformed officers allegedly tried to pull him over.
Houston motel shooting: Mother, adult son dead in suspected murder-suicide on FM 1960
Police believe a man shot his mother, then himself on Wednesday.
Police believe a man shot his mother, then himself on Wednesday.
Christian Rucker wanted: FBI offering up to $25K for information
FBI Houston has announced a reward for information on Christian Xavier Rucker, a Houston man wanted for several federal violations.
FBI Houston has announced a reward for information on Christian Xavier Rucker, a Houston man wanted for several federal violations.
Harris County teen dead, 1 injured after shootings involving two groups then off-duty officer
An off-duty law enforcement officer shot two teens in his backyard on Crosshaven Drive, killing one, according to Harris County officials.
An off-duty law enforcement officer shot two teens in his backyard on Crosshaven Drive, killing one, according to Harris County officials.
Teen killed, 1injured in shooting involving off-duty officer
Two teenagers were injured in a shooting that involved an off-duty officer in Harris County. It's not known if they were shot by the officer or in a shooting prior to the incident.
Two teenagers were injured in a shooting that involved an off-duty officer in Harris County. It's not known if they were shot by the officer or in a shooting prior to the incident.
Houston family reflects on verdict in Florida artist’s killing
Chris Tritico says justice brings relief—but not closure—after the man who killed his daughter Maria was found guilty this week.
Chris Tritico says justice brings relief—but not closure—after the man who killed his daughter Maria was found guilty this week.
20-year-old witness to capital murder jailed with no bond for misdemeanor warrant until FOX 26 got involved
FOX 26 confirmed an internet glitch with Lasavien Lewis's SPN number. That number is how people charged with crimes are tracked through the system.
FOX 26 confirmed an internet glitch with Lasavien Lewis's SPN number. That number is how people charged with crimes are tracked through the system.
Teen shot, killed by Virginia homeowner was reportedly doing TikTok challenge
A northern Virginia man is now facing multiple charges after investigators say he shot and killed a high school student who he believed was trying to break into his house. A friend of the teen claims it was all part of a TikTok challenge that turned tragic.
A northern Virginia man is now facing multiple charges after investigators say he shot and killed a high school student who he believed was trying to break into his house. A friend of the teen claims it was all part of a TikTok challenge that turned tragic.
Houston family reflects following verdict
Nearly five years after a Houston native was killed on a Florida beach, a verdict was delivered in the case.
Nearly five years after a Houston native was killed on a Florida beach, a verdict was delivered in the case.
Mix-up in court records: Murder witness treated like actual killer
A murder witness is being treated like the actual killer. Well, that's what one Houston-area family says their loved one is currently going through. The 20-year-old, who saw the killing, was sent to jail with no bond, all for a misdemeanor warrant.
A murder witness is being treated like the actual killer. Well, that's what one Houston-area family says their loved one is currently going through. The 20-year-old, who saw the killing, was sent to jail with no bond, all for a misdemeanor warrant.
Harris County officials: Fake auto mechanic scams clients out of $40K
Harris County deputies say a man ran a bogus auto repair scheme. Customers thought they were paying for car repairs but instead, investigators say the man took their money and vanished.
Harris County deputies say a man ran a bogus auto repair scheme. Customers thought they were paying for car repairs but instead, investigators say the man took their money and vanished.
Harris County man accused of scamming people out of $40K for car repairs
Harris County deputies say one man allegedly scammed multiple people out of money and also wouldn't repair their vehicles after he was paid to do so. FOX 26's Jillian Hartman spoke with one of the alleged victims.
Harris County deputies say one man allegedly scammed multiple people out of money and also wouldn't repair their vehicles after he was paid to do so. FOX 26's Jillian Hartman spoke with one of the alleged victims.