Flood threat continues Friday as rainfall moves to West Texas
At least two people died after extreme flooding hit the Hill Country late Wednesday into Thursday morning.
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Back to school events near me: 2026 ABC13 Loves Teachers supply drive to collect donations for Houston-area educators
The ABC13 Loves Teachers School Supply Drive on Friday, July 31, 2026, will collect donations to help educators who spend out of pocket to stock their classrooms.
'Jeopardy!' champion Caleb Groen from Thousand Oaks, California tops $300,000 after 10 wins
Caleb Groen from Thousand Oaks, California has won 10 straight games on "Jeopardy!" and more than $300,000. The Harvard Law School student will try for win No. 11 next.
Score the best beauty finds under $50 from the 2026 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
Find beauty steals under $50 from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026's with must-shop early picks.
Go on set of 'Descendants: Wicked Wonderland' with Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Liamani Segura
Wondering how Wonderland came to be? We went behind the scenes of "Descendants: Wicked Wonderland," with Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker and more to find out!
Texas attorney found dead after arrest on alleged prostitution-related charges
A Texas attorney has been found dead after he was involved in an investigation by the Texas Rangers, according to the Lavaca County Sheriff's Office.
Monitoring potential for tropical development over the eastern Gulf
Tropical development is possible in the eastern Gulf. Tropical Storm Elida has formed in the Pacific.
Heavy rains have moved out, isolated storms possible Friday with a drier weekend ahead
The heavy downpours that have led to street and area flooding this week have moved out with drier, hotter conditions arriving just in time for the weekend. A few showers and storms can't be ruled out Friday afternoon though.
As smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets the US, can wearing a mask help?
Wearing a mask can help protect you -- as long as it's the right kind of mask.
Houston mourns Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, calls for justice after ICE shooting
Hundreds of people filled a funeral home in Houston’s East End neighborhood Thursday night to pay their respects to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a husband, father of three and fan of the Mexico national soccer team. Salgado Araujo was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent on ...
Cast and crew of Hulu show 'Furious' walk the red carpet at the series' New York premiere
With the first three episodes of "Furious" hitting Hulu on July 27, the cast and crew walked the red carpet at the new series' New York premiere in Lower Manhattan.
Katy church burglarized, nearly $15,000 in sound equipment stolen after Sunday service
A Katy church is asking for the public's help after thousands of dollars worth of sound equipment was stolen just hours after Sunday service. The suspect was caught on surveillance camera, and investigators are now working to identify him.
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's family: Substance FBI suspects was drugs, was 'homemade electrolyte mix'
This comes as the FBI said they saw "white crystal-like substance packaged in small plastic bags" from outside of the van belonging to Lorenzo Salgadoi Araujo, according to documents.
3 Alvin ISD workers fired after allegedly mishandling special education students, principal says
Principal Dana Green said in a statement to Nolan Ryan Junior High families that the incident involving the inappropriate physical handling of students occurred in May, at the end of the 2025-26 school year.
Houston ICE shooting: Hundreds attend Lorenzo Salgado's visitation as Harris County DA seeks federal evidence
Hundreds of mourners, community leaders and elected officials gathered Thursday for the visitation of Lorenzo Salgado, the 35-year Houston resident who was fatally shot by an ICE agent.
Trash removed in northeast Houston community after residents turn to ABC13
People in a northeast Houston neighborhood say they are fed up with illegal dumping that has been happening for years.
Sunnyside residents say new housing development goes against deed restrictions
Residents in Sunnyside say a large new housing development violates the area's deed restrictions and should never have been allowed in the first place.
Suspect charged after shooting inside Cypress Kroger; security expert shares tips on how to survive a violent situation
The man accused of opening fire inside a Kroger grocery store in northwest Harris County is now facing a felony charge as investigators continue piecing together what led to the shooting.According to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, Kaden Ausbrooks has been charged with Aggravated...
Cypress Kroger shooting: Suspect identified, person shot after domestic disturbance
Harris County officials have identified the suspect in the shooting at a Cypress Kroger store on Wednesday.
TEA finds HISD to be out of compliance after some parents launch complaints
The Texas Education Agency has found HISD to be out of compliance after some parents filed complaints with the state over the district's special education changes.
Palm Village inspection records detail structural concerns as tenants weigh options in Bay City
Weeks after FOX 26 first reported on complaints at Palm Village Apartments in Bay City, newly obtained public records reveal what city inspectors found, including structural concerns and code violations. FOX 26 also traced the property's ownership and spoke with Lone Star Legal Aid to explain why...
US Attorney for Texas gives new details of deadly Houston ICE shooting
According to US Attorney Aaron Reitz, ICE agents tried to pull over the van one other time before the confrontation that led to Lorenzo's shooting death.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations: Source
Recent cases of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis have been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations in the midwest.
Trump immediately fires the new court-appointed top prosecutor in Seattle
President Donald Trump fired the new top U.S. prosecutor in Seattle on Wednesday less than an hour after the attorney was unanimously appointed by the federal judges.
'More water than last year’s flood': Texas Hill Country dealing with another devastating flood
A 65-year-old man died after historic Texas Hill Country flash flooding triggered rescues and evacuations across Kerr, Uvalde, and Kendall counties following more than 28 inches of rain.
Here's where cyclosporiasis cases are spreading across the country
Since May 1, the CDC has received more than 1,600 confirmed domestic cyclosporiasis case reports, and is waiting to confirm more than 5,100 additional cases.
2 people dead amid record-breaking catastrophic flooding in Hill Country, Governor Abbott confirms
A second death has been reported amid catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country, with Governor Abbott urging safety as more rain is on the way.
US Attorney Aaron Reitz speaks publicly for first time on fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado in Houston
U.S. Attorney Aaron Reitz on Thursday issued his first public statement about the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by a federal immigration agent in Houston’s Magnolia Park neighborhood, saying multiple agencies continue to investigate the incident and urging the public to allow the inves...
1 person dead in motorcycle crash on Wayside Drive
Houston Police tell us a motorcyclist died after a crash this afternoon just after 3:30 p.m. in Greater East End Houston.The motorcycle was the only vehicle involved.It happened at the intersection of Wayside Drive and Avenue W. Investigators are still on scene, working to determine what caused t...
SpaceX Starship flight in Texas scrubbed seconds before launch
SpaceX is set to launch its massive Starship on a 13th test flight from Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, on Thursday.
Fort Bend County commissioners back to work, but concerns over judge's seat remain
After failing to reach a quorum at last week's commissioners court meeting, enough members appeared in person on Thursday. Because of that, commissioners were able to meet for the first time in a few weeks.
Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Brandy and Rita Ora on returning for 'Descendants: Wicked Wonderland'
Head back into Wonderland with stars Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Brandy and Rita Ora from "Descendants: Wicked Wonderland." It premieres July 16 on Disney Channel, next day on Disney+!
Disney announces this year's D23 exclusive experiences on the convention's largest show floor ever
The largest D23 show floor EVER is coming to Anaheim in less than a month! Read about all the magical experiences happening August 13-16 exclusive to the largest gathering for fans of all things Disney.
'Houston Most Wanted' fugitive captured in New York
Convicted murderer and fugitive Elvio Mancebo was captured in Brooklyn after years on the run, ending a manhunt that began when he failed to appear for sentencing in 2023, authorities said.Mancebo was charged in 2017 with capital murder in Harris County. Investigators say he later skipped sentenc...
White House teleprompter operator made more than $100K betting on Trump's speeches: Sources
President Trump's longtime teleprompter operator is believed to have made tens of thousands of dollars by placing bets on the contents of Trump's speeches, sources say.
LGBTQ soccer club mixes competition with camaraderie
With the World Cup drawing global attention, some New York area soccer players are breaking down stereotypes -- on the pitch
US expands attacks on Iran, which calls Strait of Hormuz a 'red line' as it retaliates
The United States intensified its strikes against Iran on Thursday, hitting targets farther north and firing into a ship the U.S. accused of trying to break its naval blockade on the Islamic Republic.
'Substance' in van from Houston ICE shooting is electrolyte mix, lawyer says
An affidavit claims bags with a “white-crystal like substance" are inside the van targeted in the fatal Houston ICE-involved shooting.
River Sentry flood detection system, installed on Guadalupe River after July 4 flood, alerted campground to 2026 flood
Just over a year after the catastrophic Guadalupe River flood on July 4, 2025, Kerr County experienced yet another major flood along the river.Six months after last year’s flood, a groundbreaking flood detection system was installed at several camps along the river and on Thursday, it was put to ...
Poor Farm Ditch North Maintenance
On Tuesday, July 21, the Flood Control District and its contractors will perform maintenance along the northern section of Poor Farm Ditch, between Robinhood St. and Nottingham St.
Water main break floods Los Angeles streets, creates massive sinkhole in West Hollywood
A cleanup operation is now underway in Los Angeles and West Hollywood, after a water main break flooded streets and underground garages, inundated a bus yard, and caused a massive sinkhole.