Wanted man suspected of burglarizing multiple Montrose homes

Bobby John Henry allegedly uses open window - and a doggy door in one case - to break into homes and steal valuable items.

Houston jet that crashed in Maine took off later than normal after de-icing: NTSB

According to a new report from the National Transportation Safety Board, a Houston jet that crashed in Maine in late January spent a longer time than normal on the runway after de-icing. 

The ultimate guide to safe parking and avoiding scams at NRG Park

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the biggest event of the year, but finding a parking spot shouldn't be the biggest headache. To ensure fans have a seamless experience, Rodeo officials, Crime Stoppers, and ParkHouston are teaming up to share the "Golden Rules" for staying safe this season.

Former Houston ISD teacher's aide gets 2 years in federal prison drug trafficking

A former Houston ISD teacher aide was sentenced to federal prison for her role in a drug trafficking organization, the U.S. Attorney's Office Western District of Texas said.

Funeral service Friday for Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis

A funeral service will be held on Friday to honor the life of Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Houston last month.

FBI Houston searching for 'Coverall Crook' for multiple bank robberies

The FBI Violent Crime Task Force is asking for the public's help identifying and locating a man dubbed the “Coverall Crook" who robbed three banks in the last two weeks.

Tight runoff for Texas GOP senate candidates
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Multiple factors could play into how the Texas runoff election could go for Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart explains the factors, and spoke to a well-known Texas politician and UH students about it.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Houston to receive nearly $10M to enhance public transportation

U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced on Thursday that the U.S. Department of Transportation said public transit systems across Houston were awarded almost $10 million dollars ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Man sentenced for conspiring to sell counterfeit cancer drug

A 45-year-old man has been sentenced to prison for his role in selling tens of thousands of dollars' worth of counterfeit oncology pharmaceuticals into the United States, according to a news release.

Houston rodeo bag policy 2026: What you can and can't bring

What is the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's bag policy in 2026? Do I need a clear bag? What items are prohibited? See the list here of what you can and can't bring.

Houston man gets 20 years for sex trafficking 13-year-old girl

A 27-year-old man was sentenced to federal prison after authorities say he lured a 13-year-old girl away from her family and forced her to engage in prostitution on Houston’s Bissonnet “track".

Houston weather forecast: Weekend storm risk and mid-week cold front timing

The Houston area will remain unseasonably warm and sticky through the end of the work week. Rain and storm chances ramp up late Saturday into Sunday.

Animal shelter volunteer with Spinal Stenosis helps anxious dogs find homes

Bill Cooper has spinal stenosis, which affects his balance. It might take him a little while to get inside Special Pals from the parking lot, but what he's accomplished makes it all worth it.

Six arrested in $2.8M Texas 'gold bar' scam targeting elderly victims

Six individuals were arrested in connection with an organized "gold bar" scam that defrauded elderly Texans of approximately $2.8 million by posing as federal agents.

Fire at East Houston Plant extinguished, no injuries reported

The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is en route to a plant fire, where there are multiple reports of burning tanks