DOJ: Kingwood clinic owner sentenced for selling 3 million opioids to 'drug dealers'

Officials say the owner of a Kingwood clinic sold prescriptions for opioids to drug dealers who posed as “providers." The charges were tied to a nationwide crackdown that led to over 300 being charged for alleged healthcare fraud.

Houston weather: Hot, humid Wednesday with late-day storms

Highs will reach the upper 90s across much of the Houston area today, with heat index values around 103 to 105. Most areas will stay rain-free, but an isolated shower or storm could develop late in the day.

Man charged with murder after alleged fentanyl delivery killed 18-year-old

According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the investigation began in January 2026 when High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Group 1 investigators launched an investigation into Avery Williams, 30.

Harris County suspected serial squatter evicted 9 times in same zip code, same precinct

Court records show Carmen Mata has been ordered evicted multiple times in recent years, while the property owner claims she has used the same explanation with several landlords.

University of Houston student says financial aid change left her scrambling before fall semester

A University of Houston student says she is searching for new ways to pay for school after learning that a state grant she expected to receive will no longer be available as a separate financial aid program.

Houston Texans detail Toro District timeline, future options for Reliant Stadium campus

The Houston Texans remain on track to break ground on their new Toro District facility in Cypress late this year, moving daily operations and training camp there by 2029 while keeping home games at Reliant Stadium.

Texas releases first Education Freedom Account participation data; Houston-area districts among top recipients

Texas Education Freedom Accounts, Texas school vouchers, Education Freedom Account participation, Houston ISD vouchers, Fort Bend ISD, school choice Texas, Texas Private Schools Association, Texas AFT, Houston education news, Texas public schools

Houston Methodist Hospital recognized among country's best in U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll

Houston Methodist Hospital has been named to the U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the number 1 hospital in Texas, according to a release.

EaDo residents call for green space to be restored after FIFA Fan Fest

Some East Downtown residents are calling for grass and trees to be restored along the EaDo Promenade following the conclusion of Houston’s FIFA Fan Fest.

Houston weather: More dangerous heat Tuesday with some late-day storms

Highs climb into the upper 90s today, with humidity pushing the heat index near 105. An isolated storm could develop late in the afternoon, but most neighborhoods remain rain-free.

Stolen miniature horse reunited with owner thanks to FOX 26 report

Terry Jordan credits our July 30 report about his stolen miniature horse named “Peanut" for the safe return of his beloved pony.

Judge to consider gag order changes in Lee Gilley case after attorney accused of violation

A proposed agreement between prosecutors and the defense team could soon modify a gag order in Lee Gilley’s capital murder case and expand what those involved in the case can publicly say.