Rip current safety 101: What to do, how to spot them
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Chief Davis and his team of lifeguards demonstrate how tough it can be to swim in rip currents, how to spot them, and what average swimmers should do if they become caught in one.

Montgomery County crash: DUI suspect now faces manslaughter charges

A young girl died in a head-on collision on FM 1484 involving a suspected drunk driver, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The case took a new turn as the driver facing DUI charges, Oscar Melgar, was indicted for Intoxication Manslaughter.

Friendswood mom arrested in toilet paper, vandalism spree with minors

Police tell Fox 26 Sarah Michelle Harding was charged with providing alcohol to a minor, criminal mischief, and illegally carrying a weapon. The group was tied to previous incidents in the area since December 2023.

Surgical castration now possible for child sex offenders in Louisiana

Louisiana lawmakers gave final approval to a bill that would allow judges the option to order someone to undergo surgical castration when the person is convicted of a sex crime against a child younger than 13.

Houston shooting: Man, woman killed near Buffalo Bayou Trail

Houston police are investigating after a man and a woman were found shot to death near Buffalo Bayou Trail on Sunday night.

Harris County crime: Woman found dead in apartment unit, sheriff says

A woman found dead in an apparent homicide in East Harris County apartment unit has led to an investigation, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

18-wheeler carrying fuel catches fire on I-45 North, lanes back open

An 18-wheeler carrying more than 8,000 gallons of fuel caught fire on I-45 North Saturday night leaving all southbound lanes closed.

Channelview men found dead in trailer, 'extremely high' carbon monoxide levels

Two men were found dead in Channelview after using a generator while working on a trailer. Officials say carbon monoxide levels were extremely high.

Coast Guard suspends search for missing father, son near Port Lavaca

The Coast Guard has suspended its hours-long search for a father and his 15-year-old son who did not return from a shrimping trip near Port Lavaca on Saturday.

18-wheeler carrying fuel catches fire
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Video from Alicia Londo?o shows the aftermath of an 18-wheeler carrying more than 8,000 gallons of fuel that caught fire on I-45 North sending flames and clouds of smoke in the air.

Houston 5-year-old dead after drowning at apartment complex

A 5-year-old is dead after drowning in an apartment complex on Saturday evening. It is unknown if an investigation will be opened at this time.

Akron, Ohio mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 24 wounded

An Akron, Ohio, mass shooting left one man dead and 26 others wounded early Sunday morning, according to local reports.