Texas doctor accused of illegally selling millions of opioid pills

A Texas doctor has been accused of illegally prescribing and distributing millions of opioid pills to be resold on the streets for profit. 

Dreams at Augusta: Two Houston-area juniors tee up for national stage

The Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals enters its 12th year on Sunday, April 5, when 80 of the nation’s top junior golfers, ages seven to 15, will compete at Augusta National Golf Club ahead of the 2026 Masters. Two young golfers from the Greater Houston area qualified this year.

$3M bond for suspect charged in 'Texas Killing Fields' case
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Bond was set at $3 million for a man arrested this week in connection to a “Texas Killing Fields” case. On Thursday, the judge set James Dolphs Elmore Jr.’s bond at $1.5 million for the manslaughter charge and $750,000 for each of two tampering with evidence charges.

Machete-wielding Harris County road rage suspect released on bond

The road rage suspect accused of approaching another driver with a machete in north Harris County has been released on bond.

Medicare Fraud Alert: Texas woman says $10K in bogus catheter charges persist despite reporting scam

A Medicare recipient is raising concerns about potential fraud after discovering thousands of dollars in charges for medical equipment she says she never needed—despite reporting the issue to federal officials months ago.

Houston Controller warns of mounting city deficit, mayor disagrees

Houston's elected "financial watchdog" Controller Chris Hollins issued a stark warning to city leaders that municipal government is sinking deeper and deeper into the red.

Houston City Council to strip Cesar Chavez's name from Boulevard

The City of Houston is looking to officially rename Cesar Chavez Boulevard following revelations the once iconic labor leader was a sexual predator.

Former Children's Museum staffer charged with online solicitation of minor

A former staff member at the Houston Children's Museum has been arrested as part of an operation to target those suspected of predatory behavior involving minors.

Houston, Texas April Fools' jokes: Conroe Trump statue, Beyoncé pop-up show

From a giant statue of President Trump in Montgomery County to a "fun-sized" addition at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, here are some Houston-area April Fools' Day posts.

Semi-truck stolen from Houston truck stop caught on camera, police investigating

Houston police are investigating a bold and unusual theft after a semi-truck was stolen from a local truck stop, and the crime was caught on camera.

Sweden, DR Congo secure final 2026 World Cup spots at Houston Stadium

The final pieces of Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage schedule are now in place, with Sweden and DR Congo earning the last remaining spots to complete the lineup of international teams set to play at NRG Stadium.

Man makes 'tortilla' pizza after breaking into downtown Austin restaurant: affidavit

A man was arrested for burglary after breaking into a downtown Austin restaurant last week. According to an affidavit, the man made a “tortilla" pizza and took the restaurant's checkbook.

Two Houston men sentenced to 13 years in prison for trafficking 130 kilograms of meth

Two Houston men have been ordered to serve more than 13 years in federal prison following a massive narcotics investigation that uncovered over 130 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, federal officials announced.

I-45 crash in Houston: Man hit by 3 vehicles near Rankin Road

A man died after he was hit by at least three vehicles on the North Freeway in Houston on Monday night, authorities say.

Houston weather: Tuesday foggy then breeze; rain on the way later this week

Tuesday morning starts with patchy fog across Southeast Texas and then warms quickly. After, we will see a steady breeze and a mix of sun and clouds.

Judge orders release of Army reservist’s wife after hearing in immigration detention case

In an update to a case FOX 26 reported on last week, a Texas Army reservist says his wife will be released from detention after a federal judge ruled her due process rights were violated following a scheduled immigration check-in in December.