Texas homeowner kills 15-year-old burglary suspect during confrontation, police say
A teen burglary suspect was shot and killed early Wednesday morning after being confronted by a homeowner in Texarkana, according to police.
A teen burglary suspect was shot and killed early Wednesday morning after being confronted by a homeowner in Texarkana, according to police.
Harris County deputies increase DUI patrols on New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is one of the deadliest nights of the year on the roads, and law enforcement across Harris County is stepping up patrols to keep drivers safe as celebrations get underway.
New Year’s Eve is one of the deadliest nights of the year on the roads, and law enforcement across Harris County is stepping up patrols to keep drivers safe as celebrations get underway.
19-year-old arrested in high-speed Hunstville crash that injured officer
Police were trying to identify a stolen vehicle when the suspect allegedly fled and crashed into Ofc. Sean Brinson.
Police were trying to identify a stolen vehicle when the suspect allegedly fled and crashed into Ofc. Sean Brinson.
Texas appeals court unanimously upholds ruling against AG Paxton's 'rogue DA' rules
The preliminary ruling is an affirmation of an injunction that kept Paxton from being able to force district attorneys in the counties of Dallas, Harris and Bexar to submit specific performance reports and provide specific case files to the attorney general's office.
The preliminary ruling is an affirmation of an injunction that kept Paxton from being able to force district attorneys in the counties of Dallas, Harris and Bexar to submit specific performance reports and provide specific case files to the attorney general's office.
Bexar County, Texas, missing teens: 1 found dead, 1 still missing, 1 found safe
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office intensified search operations this week as investigators sought the public’s help in locating three teenagers reported missing in separate incidents across the county.
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office intensified search operations this week as investigators sought the public’s help in locating three teenagers reported missing in separate incidents across the county.
Houston man accused of posing as network executive in sexual assault case, court records say
Trenton Roy, 26, is being held on a $250,000 bond after appearing in Harris County probable cause court, accused of posing as a Zeus Network executive and sexually assaulting a woman in Houston in 2022, according to court records.
Trenton Roy, 26, is being held on a $250,000 bond after appearing in Harris County probable cause court, accused of posing as a Zeus Network executive and sexually assaulting a woman in Houston in 2022, according to court records.
Authorities seek help identifying man after body found on bank of Houston bayou
Harris County authorities are asking for the public’s help to identify a man whose body was found on the bank of Houston’s Brays Bayou last week.
Harris County authorities are asking for the public’s help to identify a man whose body was found on the bank of Houston’s Brays Bayou last week.
93% of landlords hit by rental fraud: Inside the rise of 'apartment packages'
Apartment owners are reporting an increase in people using fake ID's, Social Security numbers, and paystubs to apply for apartments that they can't qualify for on their own. Investigators say some of these fake financial documents are from people offering so-called "apartment packages" on social media.
Apartment owners are reporting an increase in people using fake ID's, Social Security numbers, and paystubs to apply for apartments that they can't qualify for on their own. Investigators say some of these fake financial documents are from people offering so-called "apartment packages" on social media.
Houston New Year's Eve weather forecast
Going out tonight? We're breaking down what to expect for New Year's Eve and into the early morning hours of 2026.
Going out tonight? We're breaking down what to expect for New Year's Eve and into the early morning hours of 2026.
The 5 biggest Texas news stories in 2025
Texas was no stranger to news — from a contentious legislative cycle, to ongoing immigration control efforts, to natural disasters, the Lone Star State was a leading location in the U.S. for headlines.
Texas was no stranger to news — from a contentious legislative cycle, to ongoing immigration control efforts, to natural disasters, the Lone Star State was a leading location in the U.S. for headlines.
Houston New Year's Eve fireworks, events near me: Where to watch map
Ring in 2026 with a dazzling fireworks show in the Houston area. Here's a look at some New Year's Eve events.
Ring in 2026 with a dazzling fireworks show in the Houston area. Here's a look at some New Year's Eve events.
Watch: FOX New Year's Eve Live! Fireworks, live performances, countdown to midnight
Ring in the new year with FOX NYE Live! Fireworks, drone shows, live performances, celebrity surprises, and the energy of New Year’s Eve unfolding city by city!
Ring in the new year with FOX NYE Live! Fireworks, drone shows, live performances, celebrity surprises, and the energy of New Year’s Eve unfolding city by city!
Fort Bend County Judge KP George appears in court for another hearing
Fort Bend County Judge KP George was in court Tuesday morning awaiting trial.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George was in court Tuesday morning awaiting trial.
Camila Mendoza Olmos missing: Investigators discover body amid search for 19-year-old
Investigators announced on that a body was found Tuesday afternoon.
Investigators announced on that a body was found Tuesday afternoon.
Broken elevator at Tomball senior facility causes weeks of frustration
One of the building’s elevators has been out of service for nearly three weeks, forcing residents with mobility challenges to walk long distances or navigate stairs to reach a working elevator.
One of the building’s elevators has been out of service for nearly three weeks, forcing residents with mobility challenges to walk long distances or navigate stairs to reach a working elevator.
Houston weather: More cold weather ahead for Tuesday night
There has been more sunshine to enjoy for Tuesday as compared to Monday. But unseasonably cool air remains in place across the Houston area with temperatures in the 50s Tuesday. Houston should get to the middle 30s Tuesday night, but a light freeze is going to be more likely for areas just north and northwest of the Houston metro.
There has been more sunshine to enjoy for Tuesday as compared to Monday. But unseasonably cool air remains in place across the Houston area with temperatures in the 50s Tuesday. Houston should get to the middle 30s Tuesday night, but a light freeze is going to be more likely for areas just north and northwest of the Houston metro.
First Day Hikes scheduled at Texas state parks to welcome 2026
Texas Parks and Wildlife offers Texans an opportunity to start 2026 off with First Day Hikes at a Texas state park.
Texas Parks and Wildlife offers Texans an opportunity to start 2026 off with First Day Hikes at a Texas state park.