Fourth of July 2025: What to know if you're celebrating in Greater Houston
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Freedom Over Texas will be the reason for some closures for the Downtown Houston area. Meanwhile, Houston and Harris County officials will be on high-alert for impaired drivers, and those celebrating in Galveston should be prepared for new parking fees.

Ground stop ends at Bush Airport

A ground stop was in effect for Bush Airport until 3:30 p.m. Thursday.

Houston Police search for suspect in deadly hit-and-run

Authorities are asking for the public's help to identify the driver, and tips can be given anonymously.

Freedom over Texas firework show preview
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For the Fourth of July, it's best to leave it to the pros and the biggest celebration will be at Eleanor Tinsley Park near downtown Houston. FOX 26's Jade Flury is with Miranda Ithica from Pyrotecnico for more about what to expect from the firework show.

Motorcycle rider goes over edge of I-45 flyover in north Houston

A motorcycle rider is in critical condition after going over the side of the North Freeway flyover in Greenspoint on Wednesday night.

Houston homeowner seeks relief after contractor allegedly damages A/C unit

A Houston homeowner is facing repair costs of between $5,000-$8,000 after a contractor hired by CenterPoint Energy allegedly damaged her air conditioning unit while trimming trees.

Texas veteran says legal THC prescription costed him custody right
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A combat veteran claims he lost overnight stays with his daughter due to his THC prescription. FOX 26's Abigail Dye spoke to the veteran and looked into his legal case.

Houston weather: Hot, humid, hazy pattern taking over

The hot, hazy and humid pattern will take over the Houston area for much of the rest of the week.

Former ICE deportation officer in federal custody, accused of accepting illegal kickback money

A former ICE deportation officer is one of four people now in federal custody on allegations he accepted illegal kickback money to lift immigration detainers on individuals booked into the Harris County Jail.

Two of four wanted suspects identified in Downtown Houston robbery caught on camera

Two 18-year-olds are wanted for an April robbery incident that was caught on surveillance camera. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips leading to the charging and/or arrest of any suspects.

Houston: Persons of interest sought in deadly Third Ward shooting

19-year-old Jaylon Fox died from a gunshot on April 20. Houston police say the persons of interest are wanted for questioning.

Fugitive wanted for sexual assault of child in Houston, reward offered

Jonathan Page is wanted for sexually assault of a child under 17 and Crime Stoppers say a reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to his arrest.

Wells Fargo customer says he's victim of scheme, has video of one of the alleged fraudsters

Scott Merovitch says he's been a Wells Fargo Bank customer for 37 years. But when he reported falling victim to an elaborate scheme, the bank sent him a letter saying he or someone he knows is responsible for the transactions.

Texas replaces temporary paper license plates with metal ones to combat crime

Texas will no longer issue paper license plates for new vehicles, opting instead for metal plates distributed at dealerships to curb criminal activity linked to counterfeit tags.

Houston homeowner spots alligator in front yard

A Houston homeowner was surprised to find a large alligator in his front yard as he tried to leave his house on Tuesday morning.

Second suspect arrested in Houston Galleria garage fatal shooting

Authorities have arrested and charged a second suspect in connection with the shooting death of another man inside a parking garage near Houston's Galleria mall on June 3.

Female body found after house fire in Houston, police investigating

Houston Police are waiting to see autopsy results for a female whose body was found after a house fire in Southeast Houston early Tuesday morning.

Houston bar shooting linked to TdA, Anti-Tren turf war: 16 charged in gun, drug trafficking ring

A turf war between the Venezuelan criminal organization Tren de Aragua (TdA) and its offshoot, "Anti-Tren," has been linked to a March mass shooting at the Latinas Sports Bar in Houston, authorities announced Monday.