Houston teen handcuffed at Rockets game after false theft accusation, family speaks out

A Tomball man says he's filing internal affairs complaints against some Houston Police Department officers after his 18-year-old son was handcuffed during a Rockets game and falsely accused of theft.

Houston ISD considers closing 12 schools

The closures are part of the district's new "Accelerate Houston" initiative.

Houston Mayor Whitmire criticizes Dallas, Austin leaders in city address

Houston Mayor John Whitmire delivered the State of the City Address Thursday afternoon. In praising his and the city's efforts to improve key areas of public interest, the former state legislator added a few critical remarks about other major Texas cities.

The 'frenzy' is over: Houston housing market hits 6-year milestone as buyers regain power

After years of Houston homebuyers being forced into bidding wars and split-second decisions, the market has reached a six-year turning point that puts the ball back in the buyer's court.

20 alleged 'Free Money' Houston gang members face RICO, drug trafficking charges

Alleged members of a Houston-based street gang "Free Money" have been indicted on multiple federal crimes, including RICO conspiracy, murder, and more.

Kroger to close two Houston-area stores in April, including Spring location

Kroger says it will close two Houston-area stores on April 10, 2026 — the Spring location at 6060 FM 2920 and a Houston Heights store at 239 W. 20th St. Shoppers tell FOX 26 they rely on the Spring store for groceries, gas and prescriptions.

GMC trucks targeted by high-tech thieves in Houston area

Law enforcement officials are seeing an increase in GMC truck thefts across the Houston area, with thieves using high-tech devices to unlock and steal vehicles in seconds. In one recent case in River Oaks, a truck was taken right out of a homeowner’s driveway, all caught on surveillance video. FOX 26’s Jillian Hartmann spoke exclusively with the victim, who is now sharing his story to warn others.

Hundreds of Houston Police and Fire crashes reported: What's the cost?

New data reveals Houston police and fire departments average nearly 1,000 crashes a year. City officials asked what the cost is to taxpayers.

Robber shot after following man from gun range: Houston police

An attempted robber is injured after trying to steal guns from a man who had left a gun range, Houston police say.

5-year-old ejected, killed in crash in southeast Houston

A child is dead after being ejected from a traffic crash in southeast Houston Tuesday afternoon, police say.

Houston weather: Showers possible Tuesday, Wednesday

Southeast Texas remains locked into a warm pattern more typical of April than February. Afternoon highs will stay well above normal, generally in the upper 70s and low 80s with mild overnight lows.

Woman wanted in deadly Sunnyside apartment shooting

Dasja Wilmore is accused of shooting and killing Asia Stewart during a fight over the weekend.

Cacao & Cardamom: Not your average Valentine's chocolate
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If you're looking for a special way to sweeten your Valentine's Day, there's a chocolate shop in Houston's Galleria that could help! FOX 26's Ruben Dominguez paid a visit.

Houston security guard killed in illegal game room robbery, police say

A security guard was shot and killed Monday night during a robbery at an illegal game room disguised as an insurance office in southwest Houston, police say.