Fire damages Houston apartments; lack of water source allowed flames to spread
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About 50 people were displaced overnight after a fire broke out at an apartment complex in Houston's Meyerland area. FOX 26's Jade Flury gives the details, including why officials say a lack of a water source allowed the fire to spread.

Meyerland apartment fire: Broken hydrant causes issues, partial roof collapse

A fire at a Meyerland apartment complex dozens of residents without a home after multiple units were damaged, according to the Houston Fire Department.

Houston firefighters injured in crash involving 18-wheeler
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Four Houston firefighters are in recovery after a crash involving an 18-wheeler. The president of the Houston Fire Fighters Association is reminding others to watch out for first responders as they do their jobs.

Two-alarm fire at Southeast Houston warehouse

The fire was reported at a warehouse on Schurmier Road, near Beltway 8 and South Wayside Drive.

Houston Fire Department firefighter paramedic passes away

The Houston Fire Department is reporting the loss of a firefighter paramedic following an on-duty medical emergency on Sunday.

Two firefighters injured battling church fire in southeast Houston

Two firefighters were injured while battling a fire at Christ Church Apostolic on Fuqua Street early Saturday morning. Officials say the building itself may be a "total loss."

Electrical fire claims life of a Houston toddler
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First responders were called to a fire on Redding Springs Lane early Sunday morning. Officials say seven people were in the home, including two who weren't breathing initially. Allegedly, burglar bars made it difficult for crews to get to the fire at first.

From humble beginnings to leading Houston's bravest: The inspiring journey of Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz

Raised in public housing by a single mother in the Rio Grande Valley, Chief Thomas Muñoz's journey to leading the third-largest fire department in the U.S. exemplifies resilience and determination.

Houston police's Club Unit targets illegal activity, enforces safety at nightclubs

The Houston Police Department's new "Club Unit," a specialized Crime Protection Team, is actively partnering with other city departments to enforce compliance and safety at nightclubs, leading to inspections, citations, and closures.

Teen finds mother fatally stabbed in Houston home; Suspect surrenders

A woman was fatally stabbed in her Houston apartment, and her on-again, off-again boyfriend has turned himself in, though details on motive and identities are still emerging.

Houston arson suspect charged with murder in firefighter Marcelo Garcia's death

Yesenia Espinoza Mendez, 38, is now facing a felony murder charge, in addition to arson, after the warehouse fire that left Houston firefighter Marcelo Garcia dead.

"He didn't make it," War Veteran loses home and dog in house fire

Army Veteran David Pace experienced a harrowing ordeal when his house in Missouri City caught fire, leading to a narrow escape for him but tragically causing the loss of his cherished dog, Jax, and all the Christmas gifts he had bought for his grandchildren.

Funeral service for Houston firefighter Marcelo Garcia held Wednesday

A public funeral service was held Wednesday morning to honor the life and legacy of Houston firefighter Marcelo "Ox" Garcia III, who died in the line of duty last week.