Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
Texas DPS warns about fake El Paso road closure memo
The Texas Department of Public Safety issued an urgent warning Wednesday regarding a fraudulent memo circulating online that falsely claims major highways in the El Paso area will be closed for 10 days.
The Texas Department of Public Safety issued an urgent warning Wednesday regarding a fraudulent memo circulating online that falsely claims major highways in the El Paso area will be closed for 10 days.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
El Paso flights resume; Trump official says cartel drones breached airspace
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Texas congressional districts have changed. Here's how to find your new one
The new maps bring major changes to many of Texas' metro areas, like Houston, Austin and Dallas and many Texans will find themselves in a new district with new representation come November.
The new maps bring major changes to many of Texas' metro areas, like Houston, Austin and Dallas and many Texans will find themselves in a new district with new representation come November.
GMC trucks targeted by high-tech thieves in Houston area
Law enforcement officials are seeing an increase in GMC truck thefts across the Houston area, with thieves using high-tech devices to unlock and steal vehicles in seconds. In one recent case in River Oaks, a truck was taken right out of a homeowner’s driveway, all caught on surveillance video. FOX 26’s Jillian Hartmann spoke exclusively with the victim, who is now sharing his story to warn others.
Law enforcement officials are seeing an increase in GMC truck thefts across the Houston area, with thieves using high-tech devices to unlock and steal vehicles in seconds. In one recent case in River Oaks, a truck was taken right out of a homeowner’s driveway, all caught on surveillance video. FOX 26’s Jillian Hartmann spoke exclusively with the victim, who is now sharing his story to warn others.
Small dog killed in attack at Johnnie Steele Dog Park in Houston
A dog owner watched in horror as her small dog was attacked and killed at a popular Houston dog park.
A dog owner watched in horror as her small dog was attacked and killed at a popular Houston dog park.
Harris County crime: 16-year-old shot multiple times after online transaction meet-up goes bad
An investigation is underway after a 16-year-old was shot multiple times following an online transaction meet-up.
An investigation is underway after a 16-year-old was shot multiple times following an online transaction meet-up.
The $12 Million Move: New fire station in The Woodlands escapes cracking fault line
The Woodlands has officially opened a new $12 million fire station after the previous facility was decommissioned due to severe structural damage caused by a local fault line. Experts from the University of Houston say the "Panther Branch Fault" was activated by groundwater pumping, causing the ground to shift and jam the station's bay doors. The new facility on McBeth Way offers a more stable foundation and improved response times by moving the department away from heavy school-zone traffic.
The Woodlands has officially opened a new $12 million fire station after the previous facility was decommissioned due to severe structural damage caused by a local fault line. Experts from the University of Houston say the "Panther Branch Fault" was activated by groundwater pumping, causing the ground to shift and jam the station's bay doors. The new facility on McBeth Way offers a more stable foundation and improved response times by moving the department away from heavy school-zone traffic.
Hundreds of Houston Police and Fire crashes reported: What's the cost?
New data reveals Houston police and fire departments average nearly 1,000 crashes a year. City officials asked what the cost is to taxpayers.
New data reveals Houston police and fire departments average nearly 1,000 crashes a year. City officials asked what the cost is to taxpayers.
Robber shot after following man from gun range: Houston police
An attempted robber is injured after trying to steal guns from a man who had left a gun range, Houston police say.
An attempted robber is injured after trying to steal guns from a man who had left a gun range, Houston police say.
Montgomery County constable's deputy airlifted after 4-car pileup
According to DPS, the deputy struck a vehicle from behind while northbound traffic was stopped for construction. This caused a four-car pileup, DPS said.
According to DPS, the deputy struck a vehicle from behind while northbound traffic was stopped for construction. This caused a four-car pileup, DPS said.
Nearly 30% of Americans would marry for money in current economy, survey reveals
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.
5-year-old ejected, killed in crash in southeast Houston
A child is dead after being ejected from a traffic crash in southeast Houston Tuesday afternoon, police say.
A child is dead after being ejected from a traffic crash in southeast Houston Tuesday afternoon, police say.
Death at Texas prison leads to murder charges for 4 inmates
Four inmates at a Texas prison have been charged with murder after the death of a fellow prisoner.
Four inmates at a Texas prison have been charged with murder after the death of a fellow prisoner.
Houston weather: Showers possible Tuesday, Wednesday
Southeast Texas remains locked into a warm pattern more typical of April than February. Afternoon highs will stay well above normal, generally in the upper 70s and low 80s with mild overnight lows.
Southeast Texas remains locked into a warm pattern more typical of April than February. Afternoon highs will stay well above normal, generally in the upper 70s and low 80s with mild overnight lows.
Texas secures $68M settlement to freeze land sales at Colony Ridge
Texas and the DOJ have reached a $68 million settlement with Colony Ridge developers to halt "illegal" development, freeze new property sales for three years, and implement strict new buyer identification and lending requirements.
Texas and the DOJ have reached a $68 million settlement with Colony Ridge developers to halt "illegal" development, freeze new property sales for three years, and implement strict new buyer identification and lending requirements.
Trump's federal Religious Liberty Commission, led by Dan Patrick, sued over 'unfair bias'
A federal commission on securing "religious liberty" for U.S. citizens, established last year by President Donald Trump, has been sued by a group of interfaith leaders over alleged bias towards Christianity.
A federal commission on securing "religious liberty" for U.S. citizens, established last year by President Donald Trump, has been sued by a group of interfaith leaders over alleged bias towards Christianity.
Woman wanted in deadly Sunnyside apartment shooting
Dasja Wilmore is accused of shooting and killing Asia Stewart during a fight over the weekend.
Dasja Wilmore is accused of shooting and killing Asia Stewart during a fight over the weekend.
These states offer singles the best chance at finding love in 2026
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.
While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.