Houston Rodeo responds to Harris Co. Judge Lina Hidalgo's claims of 'manhandling' at concert

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo released a response on Thursday after Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo claimed that she was “manhandled" and escorted out of Tuesday night’s Megan Maroney concert.

Records: Suspect at Klein ISD school office armed with gun, taser

An armed man in tactical gear was stopped by a secure lobby at Zwink Elementary on Tuesday after slipping through a front door that failed to latch properly. Klein ISD defended waiting 24 hours to alert parents, stating the delay was a tactical move coordinated with the FBI.

Suspect charged for death of missing Houston woman Angela Diaz

A man has been charged for the death of Angela Diaz, a 22-year-old Houston woman whose remains were found a year after she was reported missing.

New Texas Animal-Friendly license plate design supports spay/neuter initiatives

Attention, Texas animal lovers! There's a newly-designed Animal-Friendly license plate available, supporting spay and neuter initiatives across the state.

Some water beads 'illegal' in US as federal safety rules go into effect

Thousands of children in the United States have been injured by water beads, a dangerous toy that is being targeted by new federal safety standards.

Temple Israel shooting: What we know about suspect

A Jewish synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan was targeted by an active shooter on Thursday. Here's what we know about the suspect.

Advocate highlights risks for autistic children after child found dead in Pearland retention pond

Pearland police say 7-year-old Skylar Hopson was found dead in a retention pond after being reported missing from her home Wednesday morning. An autism advocate says the case highlights the dangers of wandering and the challenges families with autistic children face.

METRO police chief on recent violence: 'That does not define METRO PD'

Assaults reported by Houston METRO were on the rise in 2025. However, officials say your odds of being a victim of a major crime on mass transit is one is almost 148,000.

Suspect arrested after entering Klein ISD front office with gun

The principal of Zwink Elementary says an armed suspect entered the school's front office without identifying himself.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo catches heat for Rodeo Houston concert incident

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is catching flack online after sources tell FOX 26 she tried to sit in a premium seat that she didn’t have a ticket for during Tuesday night’s Rodeo Houston concert.

Alleged victim speaks out in hidden camera case involving Houston doctor

A Houston doctor is accused of placing a hidden camera inside the employee bathroom at his own medical office. One of the alleged victims is now speaking out about the moment she discovered the hidden camera.

Houston weather: Cold front brings chance of strong storms Wednesday

A strong cold front will pass through Southeast Texas on Wednesday afternoon, bringing a chance for strong or severe thunderstorms. Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are possible, but damaging wind gusts and locally heavy rainfall are the greatest concerns.

Houston murder defendant violates his bond conditions 7 times, court takes no action

We first told you about Cardarius Woodard in June 2023 regarding repeated bond condition violations. Almost three years later, according to court documents, the bond violations continue.

Harris County Constable uses 'web' of 150 cameras to catch illegal dumpers

Harris County Constable Alan Rosen’s Environmental Crimes Unit is using a network of 150 hidden cameras to crack down on illegal dumping, resulting in 49 criminal charges so far this year.

Cypress man who allegedly threatened to bomb Highway 290 charged

A Cypress man was arrested after allegedly threatening to bomb Highway 290 and carry out a mass shooting, authorities say. He was allegedly found with a large amount of ammunition and bomb-making components.