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.
George Clooney is now a French citizen: Here's what to know about dual citizenship
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
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.
Male skeletal remains found in SE Houston lot
Police are investigating after skeletal remains were found in an empty lot in southeast Houston.
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.
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."
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."
Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night but bright supermoon may hinder visibility
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
Patriots' Stefon Diggs charged with felony strangulation, denies allegations
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges stemming from an incident earlier this month, according to police.
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery charges stemming from an incident earlier this month, according to police.
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.
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.
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.
Top Houston news stories of 2025: Bayou mysteries, viral scams and headlines that shocked us
From bodies in Houston's bayous to elaborate scams, these are some of our most-read, most-shared, and most-talked-about stories that impacted the community in 2025.
From bodies in Houston's bayous to elaborate scams, these are some of our most-read, most-shared, and most-talked-about stories that impacted the community in 2025.