Combating heat, storm risks ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston
Houston officials and World Cup organizers are launching a dual strategy to protect thousands of international visitors from extreme summer heat, afternoon thunderstorms, and potential hurricane threats during the tournament.
Houston officials and World Cup organizers are launching a dual strategy to protect thousands of international visitors from extreme summer heat, afternoon thunderstorms, and potential hurricane threats during the tournament.
Rapper shot in Houston restaurant has 'irreversible paralysis;' another rapper facing new charge
Michigan rapper AllStar JR is accused of shooting and paralyzing fellow rapper NBA Ben10 at Confessions in April.
Michigan rapper AllStar JR is accused of shooting and paralyzing fellow rapper NBA Ben10 at Confessions in April.
Corpse abuse charges dropped for former Houston mortuary owner
Charges were filed after clients discovered bodies decomposing at Richardson Mortuary
Charges were filed after clients discovered bodies decomposing at Richardson Mortuary
Montgomery County constable deputy suspended for allegedly posting arrestee on social media
The constable deputy allegedly shared pictures of an arrestee and a picture of the person's driver's license on social media.
The constable deputy allegedly shared pictures of an arrestee and a picture of the person's driver's license on social media.
FIFA World Cup 2026: FAA establishes no drone zones for stadiums, events, and team camps
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will impose temporary flight restrictions over stadiums hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and any related fan events across the country to protect fans and players.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will impose temporary flight restrictions over stadiums hosting FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and any related fan events across the country to protect fans and players.
Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta to buy Vegas casino 'giant'
The total sale will be for $17.6 billion in cash, including $11.9 billion of Caesars' outstanding debt.
The total sale will be for $17.6 billion in cash, including $11.9 billion of Caesars' outstanding debt.
Houston insulation company, manager face felony illegal dumping charges
Therm-All Insulation Inc. and a manager state-jail felony charges for allegedly dumping hundreds of pounds of commercial waste in north Harris County.
Therm-All Insulation Inc. and a manager state-jail felony charges for allegedly dumping hundreds of pounds of commercial waste in north Harris County.
Nicole Winder missing: Blood found in driveway after Brazos County woman's disappearance
Brazos County authorities are still investigating the disappearance of Nicole "Nikki" Winder after revealing blood was found on the property where she was last seen on Feb. 25.
Brazos County authorities are still investigating the disappearance of Nicole "Nikki" Winder after revealing blood was found on the property where she was last seen on Feb. 25.
Man sentenced to 30 years in deadly 2025 I-45 crash that killed mother, 9-year-old son
A judge sentenced Michael Arguijo to 30 years in prison for a drunken-driving crash that killed a mother and her young son and permanently injured the family’s daughter.
A judge sentenced Michael Arguijo to 30 years in prison for a drunken-driving crash that killed a mother and her young son and permanently injured the family’s daughter.
West Houston crime: Authorities on scene of illegal gambling investigation, several arrests made
An investigation continues after authorities executed a search warrant on a business in West Houston on Wednesday.
An investigation continues after authorities executed a search warrant on a business in West Houston on Wednesday.
Houston police search for man accused of performing lewd act at senior apartment complex
Houston police say they are searching for a man who's accused of performing a lewd act at a senior community complex.
Houston police say they are searching for a man who's accused of performing a lewd act at a senior community complex.
DA's office wants career thief with 20 theft charges held with no bond
A repeat felony theft suspect accused of stealing high-priced items from major retailers across the Houston area is now being held without bond as prosecutors push for an unusual detention request despite the charges being non-violent. Court records show Cody Boutte has faced 20 felony theft charges since 2020 and has served prison time three times.
A repeat felony theft suspect accused of stealing high-priced items from major retailers across the Houston area is now being held without bond as prosecutors push for an unusual detention request despite the charges being non-violent. Court records show Cody Boutte has faced 20 felony theft charges since 2020 and has served prison time three times.
Richmond man sentenced to 65 years behind bars for 2022 fatal shooting in Fort Bend County
A Fort Bend County jury has convicted a Richmond man in the 2022 killing of a coworker and sentenced him to decades behind bars, according to a release.
A Fort Bend County jury has convicted a Richmond man in the 2022 killing of a coworker and sentenced him to decades behind bars, according to a release.
NE Harris County: Port Arthur ISD teacher killed by wife's ex during custody exchange
Gary Davis is charged with the death of Marlon Sanders. Officials say the suspect fired shots while his ex was picking up their baby girl from him.
Gary Davis is charged with the death of Marlon Sanders. Officials say the suspect fired shots while his ex was picking up their baby girl from him.
Houston City Council receives update on enhanced Ebola screening at Bush Airport
Houston is now home to one of only three airports in the entire country routing and screening passengers arriving from parts of Africa currently battling an Ebola outbreak. During a Houston City Council meeting Wednesday morning, local officials stressed that there is no immediate cause for panic.
Houston is now home to one of only three airports in the entire country routing and screening passengers arriving from parts of Africa currently battling an Ebola outbreak. During a Houston City Council meeting Wednesday morning, local officials stressed that there is no immediate cause for panic.
Houston shooting: 2 people shot on Cardiff Road, authorities investigating
Officials said the shooting occurred near the intersection of Cardiff Road and Mooney Road just after 5:15 p.m.
Officials said the shooting occurred near the intersection of Cardiff Road and Mooney Road just after 5:15 p.m.
Houston man sentenced to 4 years in federal prison for ‘Hook and Chain’ ATM burglary spree
A 24-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for his role in a multi-state ATM burglary spree that targeted banks in North Texas and Arizona using stolen trucks and chains and hooks to rip open cash machines, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Texas.
A 24-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for his role in a multi-state ATM burglary spree that targeted banks in North Texas and Arizona using stolen trucks and chains and hooks to rip open cash machines, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Texas.
Toyota recalls 43,500 trucks over engine defect that could cause sudden stall
Toyota is recalling more than 43,000 of its 2024 Tundra pickup trucks because debris left behind during the manufacturing process could contaminate the engine and increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Toyota is recalling more than 43,000 of its 2024 Tundra pickup trucks because debris left behind during the manufacturing process could contaminate the engine and increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Pearland Police address talks of unauthorized 'takeover'
Police say a unauthorized "takeover" is set to happen Saturday afternoon.
Police say a unauthorized "takeover" is set to happen Saturday afternoon.
34 suspected drunk drivers arrested in Harris County over Memorial Day
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Deputies arrested and charged 34 suspected drunk drivers during a proactive impaired driver initiative over the Memorial Day weekend.
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Deputies arrested and charged 34 suspected drunk drivers during a proactive impaired driver initiative over the Memorial Day weekend.