TikTok boosts posts about eating disorders, suicide, report says

The findings come from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, which created TikTok accounts for fictitious young people living in the U.S., Britain, Canada and Australia.

Jack Cagle departs as Precinct 4 Commissioner for Harris County

Former Precinct 4 Commissioner Jack Cagle, a major voice in Harris County government for more than a decade is moving on. This after losing a tight race for re-election.

Mattress Mack places $1 million bet on Houston Cougars to win NCAA tournament

Mattress Mack bet $1 million on the Houston Cougars to win the NCAA tournament at 8-1. If he wins, he'll walk away $8 million richer along with a $30 million payout from Caesars Sportsbook from the 2022 World Series.

Senior Officer Vidal Lopez with Houston PD passes away after train crash

“I am deeply saddened to report that Senior Officer Vidal Lopez passed away peacefully today surrounded by his family,” Chief Troy Finner said.

Elon Musk booed at Dave Chappelle show in San Francisco

The comedian invited Musk onstage after discussing the need to get along and communicate with people with different viewpoints.. The billionaire obliged and loud boos filled the arena – along with some cheers, too.

Houston falls to Alabama 75-61, first loss of the season

The Houston Cougars have dropped their first game of the season losing 71-56 to No. 8 ranked Alabama Saturday.

Human remains found in burned vehicle in Montgomery County

Authorities say the remains were found in a burned vehicle at a newly constructed area in Montgomery County.

Lorraine Diaz's cold case murder solved 6 years later by Fort Bend County

A Houston area cold case from 2017 has been solved as Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office makes an arrest in the death of 21-year-old Lorraine Diaz.

Amazon sued for allegedly stealing more than $1M in tips from delivery workers

Amazon says tips were already paid to drivers as part of a settlement last year. Amazon was accused of stealing tips from delivery drivers to subsidize its own labor expenses between 2016 and 2019, according to a lawsuit.

Man sentenced to death for killing HCSO Sheriff's Deputy gives first interview from death row to FOX 26

After making the hour and a half drive to the Pollunsky unit in Livingston, Robert Solis initially said he changed his mind and he didn't want to do the interview, especially with FOX 26's Randy Wallace.

Houston City Council approves ordinance requiring permits for outdoor music events with 500 people or more

Houston City Council has approved stricter requirements for large outdoor music events on private property. The ordinance comes more than a year after 10 people were killed during the Astroworld festival at NRG.

Houston PD officer involved in train crash on Fulton St. while 'reporting to work'

Chief Troy Finner confirmed in a press conference that Vidal Lopez, 42, a senior police officer with HPD was in his personal vehicle when he was involved in a train crash and is "fighting for his life."