Conroe PD launches drone program to improve response times and public safety
The Conroe Police Department is rolling out a new drone program called the “Drone as First Responder" which is designed to improve response times and enhance safety for both officers and the public. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke one-on-one with Chief Jon Buckholtz about the new program.
The Conroe Police Department is rolling out a new drone program called the “Drone as First Responder" which is designed to improve response times and enhance safety for both officers and the public. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann spoke one-on-one with Chief Jon Buckholtz about the new program.
Harris County crash: Motorcyclist critically injured after crashing into back of truck on Beaumont Highway
Authorities are on the scene after a motorcyclist crashed into the back of a truck, officials said.
Authorities are on the scene after a motorcyclist crashed into the back of a truck, officials said.
Mexican national sentenced to 17+ years for smuggling meth in propane tanks
A Mexican man was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison after federal agents found 163kg of meth hidden inside propane tanks at the Texas border.
A Mexican man was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison after federal agents found 163kg of meth hidden inside propane tanks at the Texas border.
Missing Yorkie in Houston prompts pet recovery scam warning
A Houston woman searching for her missing emotional support dog says scammers are exploiting her distress, sending fake messages demanding money in exchange for the pet’s return—highlighting a growing trend targeting vulnerable pet owners.
A Houston woman searching for her missing emotional support dog says scammers are exploiting her distress, sending fake messages demanding money in exchange for the pet’s return—highlighting a growing trend targeting vulnerable pet owners.
Armenian national pleads guilty in Texas to smuggling U.S. tech to Russia
An Armenian national has pleaded guilty to a multi-year conspiracy involving the illegal export of restricted U.S. technology to Russia in violation of federal sanctions.
An Armenian national has pleaded guilty to a multi-year conspiracy involving the illegal export of restricted U.S. technology to Russia in violation of federal sanctions.
Calls for accountability grow after video allegedly shows HPD officer using racial slurs
Calls for accountability are growing after a video surfaced appearing to show a Houston police officer repeatedly using racial slurs. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump says the case could raise questions about arrests and testimony.
Calls for accountability are growing after a video surfaced appearing to show a Houston police officer repeatedly using racial slurs. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump says the case could raise questions about arrests and testimony.
Houston City Council votes on immigration police change amid threat of losing $110M in grants
Houston City Council has voted on changes to a city ordinance that outlines how police should interact with federal immigration authorities.
Houston City Council has voted on changes to a city ordinance that outlines how police should interact with federal immigration authorities.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Standout Klein Oak student-athlete and mother killed in tragic Monday crash
A Spring mother and her 18-year-old son, a standout senior athlete at Klein Oak High School, were killed Monday evening in a two-vehicle crash on I-45 in Madison County. Kenny Kabano is now being memorialized by his classmates and former school community.
A Spring mother and her 18-year-old son, a standout senior athlete at Klein Oak High School, were killed Monday evening in a two-vehicle crash on I-45 in Madison County. Kenny Kabano is now being memorialized by his classmates and former school community.
2 Texas universities named to Forbes "New Ivies" list for AI-ready graduates
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Two top-tier Texas universities have officially been named "New Ivies" by Forbes for producing the elite talent today’s AI-driven workforce is looking for.
Harris County crime: Wanted suspects detained following traffic stop, chase
Two suspects are behind bars following a chase on Wednesday afternoon in Harris County, authorities said.
Two suspects are behind bars following a chase on Wednesday afternoon in Harris County, authorities said.
Kalshi fines, suspends Texas politician for betting on his own election
A Texas congressional candidate and two other politicians in other states have been fined and suspended from prediction market Kalshi for trading on their own races, the company said Wednesday.
A Texas congressional candidate and two other politicians in other states have been fined and suspended from prediction market Kalshi for trading on their own races, the company said Wednesday.
Harris County detention officers 'no billed' for man's death while leaving jail
A grand jury has decided not to prosecute six Harris County detention officers for the death of Alexis Cardenas. He became unresponsive during an incident as he was leaving jail in July 2025.
A grand jury has decided not to prosecute six Harris County detention officers for the death of Alexis Cardenas. He became unresponsive during an incident as he was leaving jail in July 2025.
Supreme Court allows wounded veteran's lawsuit against Texas-based company to move forward
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that an Irving-based company does not get a blanket shield from a lawsuit by a veteran wounded by a suicide bomb just because the incident happened during wartime.
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that an Irving-based company does not get a blanket shield from a lawsuit by a veteran wounded by a suicide bomb just because the incident happened during wartime.
TxDOT unveils 'Tex' the barrel cowboy for National Work Zone Awareness Week
A massive cowboy made of retired traffic barrels is tipping his hat to drivers in West Texas this week, part of a creative statewide effort by transportation officials to curb work zone accidents.
A massive cowboy made of retired traffic barrels is tipping his hat to drivers in West Texas this week, part of a creative statewide effort by transportation officials to curb work zone accidents.
Texas DPS arrests 40 in West Texas violent crime surge operation
A two-day surge operation targeting violent crime in West Texas resulted in 40 arrests and the seizure of multiple illegal firearms, the Texas Department of Public Safety announced Wednesday.
A two-day surge operation targeting violent crime in West Texas resulted in 40 arrests and the seizure of multiple illegal firearms, the Texas Department of Public Safety announced Wednesday.
Dagg Road shooting: Arrests made in shooting death of 17-year-old during party
A suspect has been charged with murder for their alleged involvement in the shooting death of a 17-year-old at a party in south Houston.
A suspect has been charged with murder for their alleged involvement in the shooting death of a 17-year-old at a party in south Houston.
14 Texas, New Mexico residents charged in scheme to sell stolen oil across state lines
Federal authorities indicted 14 people from Texas and New Mexico for allegedly conspiring to steal crude oil from the Permian Basin and resell it for profit.
Federal authorities indicted 14 people from Texas and New Mexico for allegedly conspiring to steal crude oil from the Permian Basin and resell it for profit.