African diaspora in Houston revels in continent’s World Cup success
A record 10 countries from Africa qualified soccer teams for the expanded field in this year's FIFA World Cup, with nine advancing to the knockout stage.
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When the odds become real: The lessons left behind in Kerrville
As we approach the one-year remembrance of the Kerrville flood, I find myself thinking back to everything that unfolded in just a matter of hours.The way the storm came together. The torrential rain. The terrain that turned dangerous so quickly. And ultimately, the tragedy that followed.Watching ...
Tropics remain pretty quiet heading into July
The tropics remain relatively quiet for the end of June and heading into July.
Harris County shooting: Man killed on CE King Parkway
Deputies are investigating a shooting that left a man dead in northeast Harris County on Friday morning.
Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured US ship
Michael Scurr has been volunteering at Britain's National Archives for the last 11 years, then one day last May he made a discovery of his own while sifting through the letters of an 18th-century Royal Navy captain.
Atascocita shooting: Repairman found dead inside vacant home for sale
Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating the shooting of a repairman who was found dead inside a vacant Houston-area home.
Repairman found shot to death in Humble after family says he did not come home from work: HCSO
Deputies found the repairman shot to death after family members said they were worried when he didn't come home from work, according to the sheriff's office.
HPD: Man fatally shot in southeast Houston on Broadway Street
Houston police are investigating a deadly shooting after officers were called to the 8400 block of Broadway Street around 1 a.m. Friday.According to the Houston Police Department, officers arrived and found an adult man suffering from a gunshot wound. The Houston Fire Department responded and pro...
Daredevil climbers hid in Empire State Building before stunt
Investigators now believe the suspects entered the Empire State Building the night before and hid there overnight.
Summer heat with low rain chances for July 4th weekend
Increasing moisture levels will lead to scattered storm chances as we head into July 4th weekend.
Harris County Precinct 4 splash pads open early to beat triple-digit heat this Fourth of July
With Houston’s heat index pushing into triple digits, Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones is giving families a cooler option — and more time to use it.Starting July 3, splash pads across Precinct 4 parks will open two hours earlier than usual, welcoming visitors at 8 a.m. The fre...
Trump Accounts start July 4: What parents need to know
Here's what parents and families should know about Trump Accounts.
Jury convicts Houston man Erik Arceneaux of murdering then girlfriend Maria Rodriguez
Nearly eight years after Houston mother Maria Rodriguez disappeared without a trace, a Harris County jury found her then-boyfriend Erik Arceneaux guilty of murdering her.On Thursday, jurors found Arceneaux guilty of murder after less than three hours of deliberation, bringing an end to a case pro...
Fireworks eye injuries: Houston Methodist expert shares 5 tips to stay safe this July 4th
With the nation’s 250th Independence Day right around the corner, a Houston Methodist ophthalmology expert is urging families to take a closer look at fireworks safety — specifically when it comes to protecting their eyes.Dr. Andrew Lee, the Herb and Jean Lyman Centennial Chair in Ophthalmology a...
Repairman found dead inside vacant Atascocita home; HCSO seeks search warrant
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a home in the 12400 block of Crathie Drive in Atascocita around 10:45 p.m. Thursday after being flagged down about a repairman’s truck parked outside a residence, authorities said.Investigators learned the 31-year-old man had gone to the hous...
Records claim Katy Tesla crash suspect overrode 'self-driving' mode before fatal incident
According to officials, evidence disproved the suspect's claim of the Tesla being on autopilot before the deadly June crash.
Hundreds applied for $411k job filled by late Congresswoman's daughter
13 Investigates how Harris County decided who to hire for its $411,000 county administrator position that about 400 people applied for.
Liberty County pastor arrested on child sex abuse charges
George Finney, senior pastor of New Life Kenefick Church, was arrested Monday. KPRC 2 News reporter Corley Peel reviewed court documents revealing disturbing details about the allegations.The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office says the investigation began after the child, made an outcry to an adult....
Maria Rodriguez disappearance: Erik Fardell Arceneaux found guilty of Houston woman's 2018 murder
Eight years after the disappearance of 29-year-old Maria Rodriguez in Houston, a man has been found guilty of her murder.
Liberty County pastor arrested, charged with child sex crimes, officials say
Records confirm George Finney, the pastor at New Life Kenefick in Liberty County, is facing multiple charges, including continuous sexual abuse of a child 14 or younger.
METRO bus involved in multi-vehicle crash, 7 people taken to hospitals, HFD says
A METRO bus was involved in an accident with four other cars on the south side of Houston, which resulted in seven people being rushed to area hospitals, according to HFD.
Southwest Houston crash involving bus injures at least 9; one in custody
According to METRO officials, one of the private vehicles struck the bus and tried to leave.
Fireworks recalled over risk of explosion and burn hazards days before Independence Day
The recalled fireworks can tip over, posing a risk of serious injury from explosion and burn hazards, consumer safety officials said.
Woman assaulted in downtown parking garage, HPD says
According to HPD, the woman lost consciousness before fighting back against her attacker and getting away.
Woman charged with harassing sex offender and his family, sheriff's office says
A Baytown woman allegedly "harassed, tormented, and embarrassed" a registered sex offender and his family by posting about them "over and over" on social media sites, investigators said.
Rosenberg changes ordinance that would've allowed neighbors to complain on each other over fireworks
After ABC13 highlighted a new Rosenberg fireworks ordinance that allowed neighbors to complain about one another, some council members said they had heard feedback and decided to make changes.
Man found guilty of murdering 29-year-old mother 8 years after she was reported missing
Erik Arceneaux was found guilty of dismembering Maria Jimenez-Rodriguez in 2018, but her remains were never found, officials said.
One rescued during 'high-angle' operation near Downtown Houston
Officials say the person was in a crisis and has been connected to resources.
FIFA World Cup 2026 brings heightened human trafficking enforcement to Houston
Houston is hosting some of the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, and with that comes a heightened focus on human trafficking. A “No Trafficking Zone” has been established at the Houston stadium, where local law enforcement and nonprofits are working together to identify and stop human trafficking duri...
Houston healthcare worker sues Texas Medical Center over alleged security failures in parking garage attack
A Houston healthcare worker is suing the Texas Medical Center, alleging a violent attack inside a public parking garage was the result of serious and preventable security failures. The lawsuit claims the incident in Parking Garage 1 was foreseeable and that basic safety measures could have reduce...
Every Kid Sports opens the door for three Pearland brothers to play soccer
Soccer has made a big difference in the lives of three brothers in Pearland, but between registration fees and equipment, the cost of the sport can be overwhelming. Their mom shares how one program helped keep them in the game.
Mother mourns daughter killed in Atascocita bakery crash hours after college acceptance
Following a similar storefront crash in the same shopping center in February, grieving family members and local residents are now calling for safety barriers to protect employees and customers.
LBJ, Beyonce, Willie Nelson top this list of most influential Texans
It's no secret that Texans have had tremendous influence over all aspects of America and American culture, from politics, to food, to entertainment, to sports there's likely been a Texan involved.
Manhattan restaurant's towering table tribute to World Cup
Renowned chef John Doherty is turning his talents to a tower of food all designed to be enjoyed while watching a match.
Every Kid Sports scholarship helps young Deer Park hockey player stay on the ice
Ice hockey is not cheap to play, but one Deer Park family found help when they needed it most. The nonprofit making sure kids can keep playing the sports they love.
Hitchcock residents asked to 'keep water use at a minimum' after contractor hits water main: Mayor
Residents in Hitchcock are being asked to reduce their water usage after a TxDOT contractor hit a water main, causing an outage, the city's mayor said.
Temporary signals installed at Houston intersection where 7 crashes happened in 1 week
The solution comes one day after a FOX 26 report of multiple crashes that happened at the same location.
Azzubair Outen-Fleming, 16, arrested in Colorado in Philadelphia shooting of Penn State student Billy Schmidt; Kaiseem Smith surrenders
Azzubair Outen-Fleming, 16, was arrested in Colorado in the Philadelphia shooting of Penn State student Billy Schmidt; Kaiseem Smith surrendered to police.
Texas Republicans want the state to deny birth certificates for children of non-citizens
Some Texas Republicans are calling on the state to deny birth certificates to babies when their parents are not citizens of the United States following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that affirmed automatic citizenship for most people born in the United States.
Hitchcock residents without water for hours after water main damaged
Residents in the city of Hitchcock were left without water for several hours Thursday due to a temporary water service interruption.In a statement posted on Facebook, the City of Hitchcock Public Works Department said the water main located along Highway 6, in front of Good Ole Days Park, was tem...
22-year-old charged with murder after high-speed chase leaves passenger dead on Highway 6: Records
According to court records, the passenger was trying to flee the scene before being struck by a responding HPD officer.