93% of landlords hit by rental fraud: Inside the rise of 'apartment packages'
Apartment owners are reporting an increase in people using fake ID's, Social Security numbers, and paystubs to apply for apartments that they can't qualify for on their own. Investigators say some of these fake financial documents are from people offering so-called "apartment packages" on social media.
Apartment owners are reporting an increase in people using fake ID's, Social Security numbers, and paystubs to apply for apartments that they can't qualify for on their own. Investigators say some of these fake financial documents are from people offering so-called "apartment packages" on social media.
Report: Increasing fraud impacting rental housing costs
Apartment owners nationwide are reporting a 40% increase in people using fake ID's, Social Security numbers, and paystubs to apply for apartments that they can't qualify for on their own, according to the National Multifamily Housing Council.
Apartment owners nationwide are reporting a 40% increase in people using fake ID's, Social Security numbers, and paystubs to apply for apartments that they can't qualify for on their own, according to the National Multifamily Housing Council.
New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
Woman calls police on herself after shooting husband during argument in Berks County: DA
A Berks County woman is facing murder charges after investigators say she shot and killed her husband during an argument at a home in Berks County on Tuesday.
A Berks County woman is facing murder charges after investigators say she shot and killed her husband during an argument at a home in Berks County on Tuesday.
Houston New Year's Eve forecast
It will be a beautiful end to 2025. After a clear, cold, frosty morning, highs will be in the mid-60s. The midnight forecast will be chilly and quiet.
It will be a beautiful end to 2025. After a clear, cold, frosty morning, highs will be in the mid-60s. The midnight forecast will be chilly and quiet.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George appears in court for another hearing
Fort Bend County Judge KP George was in court Tuesday morning awaiting trial.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George was in court Tuesday morning awaiting trial.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George appears in court
Fort Bend County Judge KP George was in court Tuesday morning still awaiting trial for felony and misdemeanor charges. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez has the latest.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George was in court Tuesday morning still awaiting trial for felony and misdemeanor charges. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez has the latest.
Rex the Wallaby found safe after escaping animal farm in New Jersey
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Elderly man hurt in home invasion, 4 arrested
Four people have been arrested after an elderly man was injured in a home invasion in Harris County early Tuesday.
Four people have been arrested after an elderly man was injured in a home invasion in Harris County early Tuesday.
Top scams to watch out for in 2026
If you made it through 2025 without getting scammed, now isn't the time to let down your guard. Here are some tips for continuing to evade scammers in the new year.
If you made it through 2025 without getting scammed, now isn't the time to let down your guard. Here are some tips for continuing to evade scammers in the new year.
Officials crack down on DWI arrests for holidays
During the holiday season, officials in Harris County are implementing no-refusal methods for drunk driving enforcement in hopes of reducing crashes and deaths.
During the holiday season, officials in Harris County are implementing no-refusal methods for drunk driving enforcement in hopes of reducing crashes and deaths.
Broken elevator frustrates Tomball senior residents
A broken elevator at a senior living facility in Tomball has caused problem for some residents.
A broken elevator at a senior living facility in Tomball has caused problem for some residents.
Houston weather: More cold weather ahead for Tuesday night
There has been more sunshine to enjoy for Tuesday as compared to Monday. But unseasonably cool air remains in place across the Houston area with temperatures in the 50s Tuesday. Houston should get to the middle 30s Tuesday night, but a light freeze is going to be more likely for areas just north and northwest of the Houston metro.
There has been more sunshine to enjoy for Tuesday as compared to Monday. But unseasonably cool air remains in place across the Houston area with temperatures in the 50s Tuesday. Houston should get to the middle 30s Tuesday night, but a light freeze is going to be more likely for areas just north and northwest of the Houston metro.
George Clooney is now a French citizen: Here's what to know about dual citizenship
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
Male skeletal remains found in SE Houston lot
Police are investigating after skeletal remains were found in an empty lot in southeast Houston.
Police are investigating after skeletal remains were found in an empty lot in southeast Houston.
YouTuber Nick Shirley returns to Minneapolis day care after viral fraud video
YouTuber Nick Shirley returned Tuesday to one of the day care centers he profiled in a now viral video that accused the centers of millions of dollars in fraud.
YouTuber Nick Shirley returned Tuesday to one of the day care centers he profiled in a now viral video that accused the centers of millions of dollars in fraud.
Hyatt to pay $1.25M to settle Texas lawsuit over hidden "Junk Fees"
Hyatt settled a lawsuit for $1.25 million for hiding fees while marketing hotel rooms at prices that were not as advertised.
Hyatt settled a lawsuit for $1.25 million for hiding fees while marketing hotel rooms at prices that were not as advertised.
Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night but bright supermoon may hinder visibility
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
Houston's year in weather for 2025
Mike Iscovitz and John Dawson take a look back on some of Houston's memorable weather moments from 2025!
Mike Iscovitz and John Dawson take a look back on some of Houston's memorable weather moments from 2025!
New Year's Eve DUI campaigns in Harris, Fort Bend County
Harris and Fort Bend County are announcing plans to cut down on drunk driving for New Years Eve. FOX 26's Jade Flury has more details on the plans.
Harris and Fort Bend County are announcing plans to cut down on drunk driving for New Years Eve. FOX 26's Jade Flury has more details on the plans.