Texas summer power demand could jump nearly 10% from last year, ERCOT says

The group charged with operating the bulk of the Texas power grid said this week they are preparing for a record level of electricity demand this summer.

Missing 12-year-old last seen in Spring area

Lola Santacruz was last seen June 2 near Cypresswood Road and Treaschwig Drive.

Texas towing company owner pleads guilty to trying to bribe Bexar County Sheriff

A Bexar County towing company owner pleaded guilty in federal court on Thursday to conspiring to bribe the Bexar County Sheriff in a failed bid to secure a lucrative county towing contract, federal prosecutors announced.

USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines

Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.

Magnolia apartment residents shocked by soaring water bills as Aqua Texas defends rate hikes

Residents in fast-growing suburban communities like Magnolia and Spring may want to pay close attention to who provides their water service — and how much it could cost. Tenants at a Magnolia apartment complex are reporting dramatic increases in their monthly water bills, with some saying charges have more than doubled.

Katy-area house fire possibly sparked by lightning

Crews were at the home minutes after the 911 call Tuesday and saw flames rising through the roof.

Dispatch audio obtained from night Brazoria County deputy shot Lake Jackson teen

As Texas DPS continues to investigate what led a Brazoria County deputy to shoot and kill an 18-year-old man in Lake Jackson, FOX 26 has obtained dispatch audio from that night.

Houston FIFA World Cup 2026 parking: Cost, where, how to buy

Where to park at Houston Stadium, also known as NRG Stadium, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plus, a look at parking prices, how to get in and out of the lot, and options to prepay.

Gruene Hall gets a major upgrade to beat the Texas summer heat

Gruene Hall, Texas’ oldest continually operating dance hall, is getting a little cooler without compromising an inch of its history.