Briahn Hawkins
Briahn Hawkins joined the FOX 26 team in January 2025, but they’re no stranger to news coverage in Texas.
They jumped into news immediately after earning their bachelor’s degree in Communications from Trinity University in San Antonio. Briahn covered Houston news from 2020 to 2022, then worked in Dallas until 2024 before deciding to come back home.
When it comes to news, Briahn’s main focus is to make transparent, helpful content and share stories straight from the community.
Anyone with story ideas is more than welcome to email briahn.hawkins@fox.com.
The latest from Briahn Hawkins
Theft suspect flees Spring gas station after assaulting manager, bystander
The incident was reported on Louetta Road and Champions Forest Drive.
HAZMAT scene blocking La Porte street near Highway 225
Emergency Management officials say there are no other impacts on the community.
Crystal Beach resident identified as pedestrian killed in SH-87 crash
The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street Saturday evening.
North Texas man killed in Port Bolivar crash involving motorcycles
One person was killed, and three people were hospitalized following a Friday morning crash on Highway 87.
I-69 opens in southwest Houston following crash
A Houston TranStar camera showed traffic funneling through one lane before the highway reopened.
Hit-and-run crash kills 15-year-old in Channelview
A dark-colored SUV reportedly struck the victim near Sheldon Road on Saturday night.
Harris County deputy arrested at Galveston Lone Star Rally
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says the deputy has been placed on administrative leave.
Pedestrian killed on SH-87; highway closed off in Crystal Beach
The highway is currently closed off in both directions from Gulf Shores to Alberdie Drives.
Woman found dead in west Harris County apartment
Deputies were called to an apartment complex on Clay Road near Highway 6.
3 stabbed during altercation in southwest Houston
One person reportedly stabbed the victims during an argument Friday night.