If you’re looking for something fun, energetic, and uniquely Houston to kick off the new year, head to Sam Houston Race Park for Opening Weekend, January 2–4.
Texans rookie offensive tackle back shortly after undergoing thumb surgery
A multi-vehicle crash, including an 18-wheeler, were involved in a crash Friday morning on IH-160, according to Houston TranStar.
A Houston-area restaurant employee is facing a felony charge after investigators say a hidden camera was discovered inside a Lupe Tortilla bathroom and captured video of customers, including a child.
The Texas Tribune’s politics team has compiled five of the top stories we're watching this year, when voters will have their first chance to make their opinions known on the events of 2025.
Two overnight shootings tied to large parties at short-term rental homes happened the same day Houston’s new short-term rental ordinance took effect, raising fresh questions about public safety and whether the new rules go far enough.
At least nine people were shot, including two fatally, in a series of New Year’s Day shootings across the Houston metropolitan area, marking a violent start to 2026 despite recent declines in the city’s crime rate.
Kickstart your New Year fitness journey with expert tips on goal setting, strength, mobility, and nutrition — plus a beginner-friendly low-impact home workout you can do in 15 minutes.
Five people were shot after gunfire erupted during a massive New Year’s Eve party at a north Houston short-term rental with nearly 300 people in attendance.
Fireworks are believed to have sparked a massive fire at Bayou West Condominiums on Club Creek Drive, damaging up to 20 units and displacing multiple families early New Year’s Day.
As police increase DWI enforcement, a Houston mother remembers her teen daughter killed by a drunk driver and urges others to make the right choice.
For the first time since the 1940s, the number of police officers killed in the line of duty nationwide is poised to drop below 100, marking a historic milestone in law enforcement safety.
A new Texas law meant to crack down on squatters is now in effect, bringing major changes not just for property owners—but for renters across the state.
Patrick previously requested a Texas Rangers investigation into any criminal wrongdoing at TSU, one of the nation’s largest historically Black colleges.
Texans recognize tight end Brevin Jordan for overcoming adversity, naming him Ed Block Courage award winner
Discover the best New Year’s Eve events in Houston for 2026, including fireworks shows, dining specials, parties, and family-friendly celebrations.
Five years after a Houston woman was killed by celebratory gunfire, neighbors and police are warning others to celebrate safely this New Year’s Eve.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says an 81-year-old in custody at the Harris County Jail died after suffering a medical emergency.
After hearing from dozens of viewers dealing with feral or stray cat colonies in their neighborhoods, we looked into what protections exist for homeowners and renters in Harris County, and why so many say they feel stuck.
Residents at Montabella Apartments in Houston have been without hot water since Christmas Day, facing cold showers and boiling water for basic hygiene needs.
The Burica family is devastated after losing Erick, 43, who died several days after a hit-and-run on Christmas Eve.
Two dogs, on the brink of death, were rescued by firefighters with the Sheldon Community Fire & Rescue from a house fire on Tuesday.
Newly released body camera and surveillance footage show how a routine traffic stop for expired registration on Dec. 4 near Antoine Drive and West 34th Street in northwest Houston escalated into a police shooting.
For some, ringing in the New Year means fuzzy slippers, a good bottle of bubbles, and being in bed by 12:07. For others, it’s about leaning all the way in - turning December 31 into a once-a-year moment that feels a little bit magical.
A 7-year-old girl is on the road to recovery after being shot during a fight at the Cullen Park apartment complex near Cullen and Wenda overnight.
The Houston Texans are currently 11-5 for the season, but not when J.J. Watt is around.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near collision involving two departing flights at Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport earlier this month.
Harris County's top prosecutor refutes viral social media claims of a serial killer as three more bodies discovered in Houston's bayous last week bring the year's total to 34, pointing instead to broader issues of homelessness and mental health in the city's extensive waterway system.
Two roadways in northwest Harris were temporarily shutdown Monday morning after a large tree topped on power lines, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.
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Two teens hospitalized after a late‑night shooting near a south Houston party by Blodgett & Delano; one in critical condition. Police seek witnesses and video.
A Christmas Eve break-in at a Houston small business is drawing attention not only because of what was stolen, but because of what those items represent to the city’s culture.
Houston police released a man with no charges after he allegedly chased a woman by car, ran a stop sign and fatally struck a 43-year-old bystander on Corder Street in Houston's south side.
Harris County deputies are investigating a fatal shooting after a man was found dead with a gunshot wound inside a burning car on Fellows Road early Thursday.
Texans wide receiver Nico Collins granted late Make A Wish fan Adrian Gonzalez's wish, posthumously with his family at game at NRG Stadium
An Angleton woman is using Christmas trees covered in angel ornaments to honor lives lost to drunk driving.
For many families in the Houston area, it’s hard enough to pay the bills, let along put presents under the Christmas tree.
A man was critically injured after being shot by unknown suspects in Southeast Houston near Bellfort Avenue and Jutland Road around 1 a.m. Thursday. The victim, who was traveling northbound on Jutland, sustained a gunshot wound to the stomach and is in critical condition at the hospital.
As the holidays approach, many Houston families say they’re feeling the strain — working hard, yet still struggling to make ends meet. For hundreds of families this week, that pressure eased inside a packed convention center, where help, hope, and much-needed relief were waiting.
NBC Nightly News Anchor and Managing Editor Tom Llamas sits down with Houston Life co-host Derrick Shore to chat about his upbringing, how his immigrant parents shaped his life, and his approach to bringing news and information to viewers in a rapidly changing world. This is the extended version of Derrick and Tom's conversation during his recent visit to Houston. As part of his "Reporting for America" tour, Llamas anchored 'Nightly News' from several cities in the U.S., including right here in Houston.
This New Year’s Eve, a growing trend is taking over the city: Noon Year’s celebrations! It is all the excitement of a countdown, just without the bleary eyes and meltdowns.
On Christmas Eve, as homes across Houston glow with holiday lights, many Houstonians are chasing a different kind of sparkle: a Powerball jackpot worth $1.7 billion.
The Bellaire Police Department released a social media post honoring the life, service, and sacrifice of Sgt. Jimmie Norman, who was killed in the line of duty on Christmas Eve in 2012.
The ruling came in a lawsuit from a group of homeowners and could be appealed. An estimated 14,000 homes were inside the Addicks and Barker reservoirs when Harvey dumped more than 50 inches of rain in 2017.
A suspect has been arrested in connection with three vehicle burglaries reported in northwest Harris County earlier this week.
The crash happened at the intersection of Wayside Drive and Market Street on Tuesday night. Houston Police said the bicyclist died from his injuries, and they do not suspect impaired driving.
A woman died after authorities say a man who had been in an argument with a different woman chased her down the street with his vehicle, but lost control and struck the bystander.
Binglewood residents are frustrated as heavy trash has been sitting on neighborhood curbs for months, overshadowing holiday decorations just days before Christmas.
For some families, the hardest part isn’t just losing a loved one — it’s not knowing exactly what happened. That uncertainty has returned to the forefront after Houston police recovered two more bodies from local bayous this week, bringing the city’s total number of bayou-related deaths this year to 33, nearly matching last year’s total of 35.