Texas man declared dead by Social Security forced to prove he was alive after benefits stopped
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
Houston dog rescue seeks help after screwworm restrictions halt out-of-state adoptions
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
Houston shooting: Suspect points gun at man and child, officers on Westheimer; suspect now in local hospital
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
Houston activates FIFA World Cup emergency hub, launches public safety alert system
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending on whether you call Houston home or are traveling in for the matches.
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending on whether you call Houston home or are traveling in for the matches.
Ex-Turkey Leg Hut owner admits to hiring arsonists to burn down bar, feds say
A former owner of Turkey Leg Hut has admitted to hiring arsonists to burn down a bar six years ago, according to federal prosecutors.
A former owner of Turkey Leg Hut has admitted to hiring arsonists to burn down a bar six years ago, according to federal prosecutors.
Shuttles to Houston FIFA World Cup matches
Some cities in the Houston area will have shuttles to help you get to the FIFA World Cup matches at Houston Stadium.
Some cities in the Houston area will have shuttles to help you get to the FIFA World Cup matches at Houston Stadium.
FIFA World Cup: How to get to Houston Stadium without a car
Here's how to get to Houston Stadium for the 2026 World Cup matches without a car.
Here's how to get to Houston Stadium for the 2026 World Cup matches without a car.
Texas man trafficking minors in Houston, Dallas sentenced to federal prison
Houston man Cristian Morris, 23, receives a 384-month federal prison sentence for trafficking teenage girls between illicit hubs in Houston and Dallas.
Houston man Cristian Morris, 23, receives a 384-month federal prison sentence for trafficking teenage girls between illicit hubs in Houston and Dallas.
Live updates: Fan Festival begins in Houston for FIFA World Cup
The latest updates on FIFA Fan Festival in Houston, how to get there and what you can do as the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins.
The latest updates on FIFA Fan Festival in Houston, how to get there and what you can do as the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins.
18-year-old on life support after fight over boy at Houston apartment complex
An 18-year-old is on life support after being stabbed in the temple during a fight over a boy in northwest Houston, according to Houston police.
An 18-year-old is on life support after being stabbed in the temple during a fight over a boy in northwest Houston, according to Houston police.
Houston crime: Arrest made following 2024 deadly shooting at 'makeshift club'
Houston police have announced an arrest in connection with a deadly 2024 shooting at a northeast Houston ‘makeshift club’.
Houston police have announced an arrest in connection with a deadly 2024 shooting at a northeast Houston ‘makeshift club’.
Say hello to Houston's massive 230-Foot FIFA World Cup mural ahead of first match
Houston has unveiled a massive 230-foot art piece on Harrisburg Boulevard, officially making it the city's longest official FIFA World Cup mural.
Houston has unveiled a massive 230-foot art piece on Harrisburg Boulevard, officially making it the city's longest official FIFA World Cup mural.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Security, bag policy at Houston Stadium
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and it will be attended by tens of thousands of fans over the next month or so in Houston. As a result, security at Houston Stadium will be on high to ensure all fans are safe and abide by all security protocols.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and it will be attended by tens of thousands of fans over the next month or so in Houston. As a result, security at Houston Stadium will be on high to ensure all fans are safe and abide by all security protocols.
Houston City Council passes FY2027 $7B budget proposal
Houston City Council passed the FY2027 budget on Wednesday that includes a new $5 garbage fee despite fierce debate over city spending.
Houston City Council passed the FY2027 budget on Wednesday that includes a new $5 garbage fee despite fierce debate over city spending.
Houston apartment fire reported near I-610, Buffalo Speedway
Houston Fire Department units are at the scene of a large apartment fire near southwest Houston.
Houston Fire Department units are at the scene of a large apartment fire near southwest Houston.
Fair Street: 2 shot, 1 pistol whipped in apparent drive-by shooting
Houston police are searching for the suspects in an apparent drive-by shooting who shot two and pistol whipped another in the Acres Home area.
Houston police are searching for the suspects in an apparent drive-by shooting who shot two and pistol whipped another in the Acres Home area.
Houston World Cup fans urged to plan ahead as parking costs climb and security changes take effect
Houston World Cup organizers are urging fans to make transportation plans before attending matches. FIFA says parking passes must be purchased at least 24 hours before kickoff, while officials recommend arriving early and considering options like METRORail to avoid traffic and security delays.
Houston World Cup organizers are urging fans to make transportation plans before attending matches. FIFA says parking passes must be purchased at least 24 hours before kickoff, while officials recommend arriving early and considering options like METRORail to avoid traffic and security delays.
Houston weather: Hot, humid weather to continue on Wednesday
The hot and humid weather will continue across the area for Wednesday in Houston.
The hot and humid weather will continue across the area for Wednesday in Houston.
Texas GLO chief warns Harris County likely to lose massive flood control grants
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is warning Houston-area residents that Harris County is in danger of losing nearly $1 billion in federal flood mitigation funding.
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is warning Houston-area residents that Harris County is in danger of losing nearly $1 billion in federal flood mitigation funding.
Houston drivers worried about World Cup traffic? Here's what transportation officials want you to know
Houston drivers concerned about traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup can expect heavier congestion around event areas, according to transportation officials. METRO and TxDOT recommend planning ahead, leaving early, checking Houston TranStar and DriveTexas for updates, and considering alternatives like park-and-ride, rail and bus service.
Houston drivers concerned about traffic during the 2026 FIFA World Cup can expect heavier congestion around event areas, according to transportation officials. METRO and TxDOT recommend planning ahead, leaving early, checking Houston TranStar and DriveTexas for updates, and considering alternatives like park-and-ride, rail and bus service.