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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Male skeletal remains found in SE Houston lot

Police are investigating after skeletal remains were found in an empty lot in southeast Houston.

These new Texas laws take effect New Year's Day

Texans will ring in the new year with dozens of new laws taking effect, ranging from a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence to tax exemptions for business owners and agreements between federal immigration agents and local sheriff's offices.

Missing Camila Mendoz Olmos: Dashcam captures last sighting of Texas teen who vanished Christmas Eve

Texas authorities have released dashcam video showing the last confirmed sighting of missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, who has been unaccounted for since the morning of Christmas Eve and is believed to be "in imminent danger."

2025 Lone Star Coins, Gold Redback Notes debuted by Texas Bullion Depository

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced a new program, administered through the Texas Bullion Depository, that offers authorized commemorative precious metal products to investors and collectors. 

Dry January: Where to get non-alcoholic drinks around Houston

If you're participating in Dry January for 2026, there are several Houston bars that have you set with mocktails and other non-alcoholic drinks to try.