Tren de Aragua gang leader extradited to Texas on federal terrorism, drug charges

A high-ranking leader of the Tren de Aragua gang has been extradited to Texas to face federal terrorism and drug trafficking charges as the U.S. intensifies its crackdown on the transnational criminal organization.

Broadway Street stabbing: Woman chased people with knife, injured 2

Two people were injured after being stabbed by a woman who had been chasing multiple people around with a knife in the Golfcrest area.

Texas governor proposes state prosecutor position, ability to impeach district attorneys

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is proposing a new law to create a state prosecutor position that he says will hold local district attorneys accountable for releasing dangerous criminals back onto the streets.

Return of Houston Comets approved by WNBA, NBA board

The legendary franchise will return to Houston just in time for the "Reimagined" Toyota Center.

Houston weather: Sunny, hot Thursday; Ozone Action Day

Highs climb into the upper 80s and low 90s this afternoon under sunny skies. Light winds and strong sunshine will drive temperatures up quickly.

Man found shot dead on Creekbend Drive near apartment complex

Houston police investigators are working to determine what led to a man being shot in the Brays Oak area on Wednesday night.

East Houston homeowner shoots, kills homeless man reportedly trespassing

An investigation is underway after a homeless man was shot and killed in East Houston by a homeowner on Tidwell Road, according to Houston police.

Ralphie May’s widow brings new documentary 'Come What May' to Houston

Come What May debuted in Houston at the River Oaks Theatre, where May’s widow, Lahna Turner, shared the story behind the film and why she felt it was important to tell Ralphie’s story in his own words.

Willowbrook Mall to continue weekend 'youth curfew' until further notice

Willowbrook Mall says their ‘youth curfew’ will remain on Saturday's until further notice, that's according to a statement FOX 26 received on Wednesday afternoon.

Houston Jewish leaders issue protest against council candidate backed by CAIR

National and international controversy is cascading into local Houston politics as a candidate in this weekend's Houston City Council runoff election draws heavy fire from Jewish leaders for seeking the endorsement of CAIR, a group Governor Greg Abbott has labeled a front for “foreign terrorist organizations."

Houston senior receives new roof thanks to nonprofit, roofing company

A Sunnyside senior received a brand-new roof through the Senior Assistance Fund and community partners after struggling with roof problems for nearly a decade.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Houston flight searches and hotel prices surge, report says

Houston is seeing a massive surge in travel demand and hotel pricing as flight searches jump 60% ahead of the city hosting seven matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Non-profit builds new roof for Sunnyside senior
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After nearly a decade of problems with her roof, a non-profit and a roofing company stepped in with a solution. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour got a look at a local non-profit helping seniors.

Contractors over LBJ Hospital expansion accused of 'stolen wages,' intimidation

A massive labor dispute is unfolding over the taxpayer-funded expansion of Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) Hospital in northeast Houston as labor leaders formally accuse contractors of "stealing" nearly half a million dollars from the workers building the project.

Houston resident admits to Nigerian email scam used to funnel nearly $1M in stolen funds

A 34-year-old Nigerian national living in Houston pleaded guilty Tuesday to operating an illegal money-transmitting business that funneled proceeds from a sophisticated international email scam.

Highlands Little League impacted after copper theft at Kaminski Park

The field lights are out at Kaminski Park in Highlands after someone allegedly stole copper wiring from the park’s electrical panel over the weekend. Volunteers say the damage impacts several teams.