Viral TikTok highlights persistent Houston railroad crossing failures—and the legal hurdles preventing fixes
Drivers in northwest Houston are facing recurring, hours-long traffic gridlocks due to malfunctioning crossing gates on Pinemont Drive that lower and freeze even when no train is present. The ongoing frustration led one local to physically hold up the 40-pound gate for two hours so trapped commuters could pass, sparking a viral social media movement and highlighting the severe public safety risks of extended repair delays.
Drivers in northwest Houston are facing recurring, hours-long traffic gridlocks due to malfunctioning crossing gates on Pinemont Drive that lower and freeze even when no train is present. The ongoing frustration led one local to physically hold up the 40-pound gate for two hours so trapped commuters could pass, sparking a viral social media movement and highlighting the severe public safety risks of extended repair delays.
Houston weather: Warm, humid weather to remain for Friday, spotty storms possible
Very warm and humid weather will continue across Southeast Texas. Houston should climb into the middle to upper 90s, with plenty of sunshine and humidity making it feel even hotter.
Very warm and humid weather will continue across Southeast Texas. Houston should climb into the middle to upper 90s, with plenty of sunshine and humidity making it feel even hotter.
Houston ISD superintendent responds to teacher's viral video: 'That is why we're here'
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
Superintendent Mike Miles responded to a HISD teacher's emotional video, stating the teacher's concern has been a concern for years.
Surveillance video of car wash shooting suspect in southeast Houston released
Houston police are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot a man during an attempted car wash robbery and then shot at a Harris County constable deputy.
Houston police are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot a man during an attempted car wash robbery and then shot at a Harris County constable deputy.
Don Toliver Houston concert: Man caught with gun at security checkpoint, concert ends earlier than expected
The sold-out Don Toliver concert at Houston's Toyota Center ended a little earlier than expected following a security incident on Tuesday evening.
The sold-out Don Toliver concert at Houston's Toyota Center ended a little earlier than expected following a security incident on Tuesday evening.
Houston Humane Society opens stand-alone clinic giving pet owners cheaper alternatives
The Houston Humane Society says it's been planning on opening a stand-alone clinic for years.
The Houston Humane Society says it's been planning on opening a stand-alone clinic for years.
New details on Crystal Ballroom at the Rice closure as couples await refunds
A bride impacted by the sudden closure of the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice in Downtown Houston has shared a new email with FOX 26 that provides more details about why the venue allegedly shut down.
A bride impacted by the sudden closure of the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice in Downtown Houston has shared a new email with FOX 26 that provides more details about why the venue allegedly shut down.
Southeast Houston shooting: Man ambushed in garage, shot multiple times
Houston police are searching for multiple suspects involved in an ambush shooting at a home in southeast Houston early Wednesday morning.
Houston police are searching for multiple suspects involved in an ambush shooting at a home in southeast Houston early Wednesday morning.
Bellaire attempted armored vehicle robbery: Court documents reveal new details
Court documents are revealing new details following an attempted armored vehicle robbery that occurred last week in Bellaire.
Court documents are revealing new details following an attempted armored vehicle robbery that occurred last week in Bellaire.
Houston brides left in limbo after Crystal Ballroom at the Rice closes
A popular wedding venue in downtown Houston has suddenly shut down, leaving several couples scrambling to find new venues. Several brides have come forward saying the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice along Texas Avenue is permanently closed.
A popular wedding venue in downtown Houston has suddenly shut down, leaving several couples scrambling to find new venues. Several brides have come forward saying the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice along Texas Avenue is permanently closed.
Shepherd Park Terrace neighbor raises traffic safety concerns for student runners at nearby high school
A Shepherd Park Terrace resident is calling for drivers to slow down and obey stop signs after he says he has witnessed years of dangerous driving in his neighborhood.
A Shepherd Park Terrace resident is calling for drivers to slow down and obey stop signs after he says he has witnessed years of dangerous driving in his neighborhood.
Federal government asks judge to deny release of witness in deadly Houston ICE shooting
Daniel Tirado Pantoja remains in ICE custody more than a month after witnessing the deadly shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during an ICE operation in Houston. The federal government is asking a judge to deny his habeas petition, while his attorneys argue his continued detention violates his constitutional right to due process.
Daniel Tirado Pantoja remains in ICE custody more than a month after witnessing the deadly shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during an ICE operation in Houston. The federal government is asking a judge to deny his habeas petition, while his attorneys argue his continued detention violates his constitutional right to due process.
Firefighters contain fire at recycling, scrap metal facility in southeast Houston
A massive plume of smoke rose from a trash fire in southeast Houston on Tuesday morning.
A massive plume of smoke rose from a trash fire in southeast Houston on Tuesday morning.
Body found in retention pond near Memorial Hermann hospital in southeast Houston
Houston police were called to the scene of a body found in a retention pond near a hospital in southeast Houston.
Houston police were called to the scene of a body found in a retention pond near a hospital in southeast Houston.
Decomposed body found near N. Eldridge, Addicks Reservoir by bicyclist
A decomposed body was found near the Addicks Reservoir just north of Katy Freeway on Monday evening, according to the Houston Police Department.
A decomposed body was found near the Addicks Reservoir just north of Katy Freeway on Monday evening, according to the Houston Police Department.
Popular Houston wedding venue suddenly closes, leaving couples scrambling
A popular wedding venue in downtown Houston has unexpectedly shut down, leaving brides and other couples scrambling to find new venues for their big day. A bride tells FOX 26 she found out the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice along Texas Avenue was permanently closing in an email.
A popular wedding venue in downtown Houston has unexpectedly shut down, leaving brides and other couples scrambling to find new venues for their big day. A bride tells FOX 26 she found out the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice along Texas Avenue was permanently closing in an email.
7 defendants now on the run after being found competent to stand trial, released on bond
Five of the seven defendants are charged with violent crimes. In about the last month, we've found a total of 10 defendants who skip bond after being found competent to stand trial and are nowhere to be found. It makes us wonder how many more are out there.
Five of the seven defendants are charged with violent crimes. In about the last month, we've found a total of 10 defendants who skip bond after being found competent to stand trial and are nowhere to be found. It makes us wonder how many more are out there.
Georgia Provost dies at age 85
Beloved photographer, educator, and community activist Georgia Provost has died. She served as president and CEO of Provost Studios, a nearly 80-year-old business that photographed generations of Houstonians and shot portraits for Black schools before integration.
Beloved photographer, educator, and community activist Georgia Provost has died. She served as president and CEO of Provost Studios, a nearly 80-year-old business that photographed generations of Houstonians and shot portraits for Black schools before integration.
Houston Back-to-School Block Party helps thousands of families prepare for new school year
Thousands of Houston-area families packed the parking lot outside Johnny Dang & Co. Sunday for an annual back-to-school block party aimed at making sure students have the supplies — and encouragement — they need before heading back to class.
Thousands of Houston-area families packed the parking lot outside Johnny Dang & Co. Sunday for an annual back-to-school block party aimed at making sure students have the supplies — and encouragement — they need before heading back to class.
How AI in dentistry is transforming smiles
Dentists are adopting dynamic artificial intelligence platforms in their daily practice to streamline patient care.
Dentists are adopting dynamic artificial intelligence platforms in their daily practice to streamline patient care.