Make-A-Wish surprises Houston 4-year-old battling blood disorder with VIP Monster Jam trip

A Houston-area 4-year-old battling a serious blood disorder received the surprise of a lifetime Monday when Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Gexa Energy announced a VIP family trip to Monster Jam in Austin this June.

Prepare, not panic: Local public health leaders talk Ebola misinformation ahead of Houston World Cup travels

Following more confirmed cases, the CDC has restricted entry from Africa's Ebola outbreak zones just as Houston prepares to host the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the World Cup. Local epidemiologists assure that Houston’s advanced systems are ready.

Houston man charged after alleged threats at Islamic center

A Houston man is facing a felony terroristic threat charge after investigators say he made violent threats during a confrontation at a northwest Harris County Islamic center last month, according to court documents filed in Harris County.

Texas DPS chase with alleged intoxicated driver ends after 2 PIT maneuvers

The Texas Department of Public Safety dashcam video shows law enforcement attempting to stop an alleged intoxicated driver who is leading them on a chase.

Secret Service: 14 skimming devices found at Houston-area businesses

Officials say the two-day operation prevented about $14 million being taken from customers. The top motive for the operation was to protect travelers during the World Cup.

Houston launches $30M 'Demolition Days' using controversial flood dollars

Houston has launched a $30 million "Demolition Days" initiative to tear down more than 2,000 dangerous, abandoned buildings, starting with eight properties this weekend. However, the project has sparked intense controversy at City Hall because the funding was pulled from the city’s Stormwater Fund.

Houston Flamingo Drive: Woman accused of stabbing family member

Officers were called to a disturbance on Flamingo Drive. While they were there, a woman reportedly stabbed a family member.

Houston’s World Cup celebration gets bigger with 'The Ranch Presents Pitch Live'

A 39-day, multi-venue experience from restaurateur Ben Berg, nightlife impresario Army Sadeghi and soccer legend Brian Ching will transform EaDo into Houston’s ultimate gathering place during FIFA World Cup 2026.

'Teen Takeover' trend impacting skating rinks in Harris County

A nationwide trend organized on social media called “Teen Takeover" is becoming a growing concern in the Houston area, prompting businesses and malls to tighten security measures.

Katy residents say they pay more than $100 a month for water that contains sediment

Residents in a growing Katy subdivision say they’re paying high monthly water bills for water they don’t trust to use for cooking, bathing children or even giving to pets.

Hourslong standoff in Santa Fe ends, suspect taken into custody

An hourslong standoff in the Santa Fe area after a man fired shots at his girlfriend on Friday morning, officials said.

Petition fails to extend voting period for Houston District C runoff

A petition to extend the voting period for Houston's District C runoff election was rejected in court on Friday, an attorney confirmed with FOX 26.