Government Shutdown: DHS closure seems certain as funding talks stall
A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.
A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.
Houston teen handcuffed at Rockets game after false theft accusation, family speaks out
A Tomball man says he's filing internal affairs complaints against some Houston Police Department officers after his 18-year-old son was handcuffed during a Rockets game and falsely accused of theft.
A Tomball man says he's filing internal affairs complaints against some Houston Police Department officers after his 18-year-old son was handcuffed during a Rockets game and falsely accused of theft.
Houston ISD considers closing 12 schools
The closures are part of the district's new "Accelerate Houston" initiative.
The closures are part of the district's new "Accelerate Houston" initiative.
Harris County appraisal notices coming soon: What homeowners need to know about protesting property values
HCAD says Harris County appraisal notices are expected late March into early April. Learn what “market value" means, how to protest by May 15 or 30 days after your notice, what evidence helps most, and how higher taxes and insurance can raise mortgage escrow payments.
HCAD says Harris County appraisal notices are expected late March into early April. Learn what “market value" means, how to protest by May 15 or 30 days after your notice, what evidence helps most, and how higher taxes and insurance can raise mortgage escrow payments.
Texas voters to weigh 10 propositions on the ballot in March 2026 Republican Primary
Texas Republican primary voters will weigh in on 10 non-binding ballot propositions this March to signal the party's legislative priorities on issues like property taxes, education, and state leadership.
Texas Republican primary voters will weigh in on 10 non-binding ballot propositions this March to signal the party's legislative priorities on issues like property taxes, education, and state leadership.
Harris County crime: Teen seriously injured in shooting on Aldine Mail Route Road
Authorities are on the scene investigating following a shooting in Harris County on Thursday evening.
Authorities are on the scene investigating following a shooting in Harris County on Thursday evening.
Harris County crime: Man found dead after fight on Freeport Street, suspect charged with murder
A suspect is facing murder charges after a man was found beaten to death in Harris County, authorities said.
A suspect is facing murder charges after a man was found beaten to death in Harris County, authorities said.
Houston Mayor Whitmire criticizes Dallas, Austin leaders in city address
Houston Mayor John Whitmire delivered the State of the City Address Thursday afternoon. In praising his and the city's efforts to improve key areas of public interest, the former state legislator added a few critical remarks about other major Texas cities.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire delivered the State of the City Address Thursday afternoon. In praising his and the city's efforts to improve key areas of public interest, the former state legislator added a few critical remarks about other major Texas cities.
Liberty County: 'Uncontrolled burn' extinguished near County Road 677
Over 700 acres were burned in a fire near County Road 677.
Over 700 acres were burned in a fire near County Road 677.
6-car crash shuts down FM 1960 near Atascocita
All westbound lanes and two eastbound lanes are closed.
All westbound lanes and two eastbound lanes are closed.
The 'frenzy' is over: Houston housing market hits 6-year milestone as buyers regain power
After years of Houston homebuyers being forced into bidding wars and split-second decisions, the market has reached a six-year turning point that puts the ball back in the buyer's court.
After years of Houston homebuyers being forced into bidding wars and split-second decisions, the market has reached a six-year turning point that puts the ball back in the buyer's court.
Home sales plunge, while housing affordability hits best level since March 2022, data finds
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Existing home sales posted their largest monthly sales decline in four years despite increasing affordability.
Woman arrested, charged with murder of Asia Stewart at Sunnyside apartment complex
Dasja Wilmore, 25, was arrested early Wednesday morning by Houston Police and charged with murder in connection with the death of Asia Stewart.
Dasja Wilmore, 25, was arrested early Wednesday morning by Houston Police and charged with murder in connection with the death of Asia Stewart.
Pregnant woman, 2 others allegedly hit by Montgomery County constable deputy in Walker County crash
According to the Montgomery County Precinct 1 Constable's Office , a female was traveling northbound on FM 2296 in Walker County when she crashed into three other vehicles.
According to the Montgomery County Precinct 1 Constable's Office , a female was traveling northbound on FM 2296 in Walker County when she crashed into three other vehicles.
'Prophetess' accused in $50M church call center conspiracy connected to Texas
A third leader of Kingdom of God Global Church has been indicted in an alleged conspiracy to force numerous victims to work in call centers across multiple states, including Texas.
A third leader of Kingdom of God Global Church has been indicted in an alleged conspiracy to force numerous victims to work in call centers across multiple states, including Texas.
2 suspects arrested, 2 wanted for deadly drive-by shooting outside Bugs Bar
Paul "Junebug" Stevenson and another person died and multiple others were injured in a shooting outside Stevenson's bar in July 2025.
Paul "Junebug" Stevenson and another person died and multiple others were injured in a shooting outside Stevenson's bar in July 2025.
Ohio man found dead inside trash compactor at pharmacy after wife tracks his location
An Ohio father was found dead inside a CVS trash compactor after his wife tracked his cell phone when he failed to return home from work.
An Ohio father was found dead inside a CVS trash compactor after his wife tracked his cell phone when he failed to return home from work.
Who are the Republicans running for US Senate in Texas?
As the March 3 primary race for a Texas seat in the U.S. Senate approaches, FOX Local has put together a breakdown of each Republican candidate hoping to take on a Democratic challenger in November.
As the March 3 primary race for a Texas seat in the U.S. Senate approaches, FOX Local has put together a breakdown of each Republican candidate hoping to take on a Democratic challenger in November.
Texas DPS seeking new tips in 45-year-old Christmas double murder in Harris County
The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking information in a 1980 double murder case. Officials are offering $6,000 for information leading to an arrest.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking information in a 1980 double murder case. Officials are offering $6,000 for information leading to an arrest.
7 treated after vehicle crashes into Atascocita optometry business
A driver was among multiple people who needed treatment after a car crashed into a building in the Atascocita area on Thursday.
A driver was among multiple people who needed treatment after a car crashed into a building in the Atascocita area on Thursday.