Oak Ridge North to work with D.R. Horton for potential future housing development
Oak Ridge North City Council has directed city staff to begin working with D.R. Horton. (Jessica Shorten/Community Impact) Oak Ridge North City Council directed city staff to begin working with D.R .Horton, an Arlington-based home construction company, at the Nov. 17 City Council meeting following the builder’s...
Houston Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Person of Interest in Fatal Teen Stabbing
HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are asking for assistance in identifying a person of interest in the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Franklin Torres-Concho. The incident occurred on September 30, 2025, at approximately 7:50 a.m. along the 4512 Katy Freeway (West Interstate Highway 10) service road. Officers responded to...
This Houston neighborhood was called the ‘District of Dirt,’ then residents demanded change
HOUSTON — Thursday marked the three-week deadline South Union residents set for Houston District D Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz after she previously told them, "so just give me a chance to get it done." At the time, resident Tamara Alexander responded, "We're going to hold you to three weeks."
Mattress Mack movie in the works
A new movie based on Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale is in the works. He talks about how it came about.
New Citywide Curfew on E-Scooters and ATVs Aims to Improve Safety for Houston Residents
On November 19, 2025, the Houston City Council approved a new ordinance that sets a citywide curfew for e-scooters, ATVs, and other micromobility devices. The curfew bans the rental and use of these vehicles between 8 p.m. and 4 a.m. within Houston city limits. The ordinance aims to address safety concerns raised by...
Exclusive: Leaked Houston City Council proposal would undo HPD’s ongoing cooperation with ICE
Advocates and residents alike have expressed concerns about the Houston Police Department's involvement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement for months.
Seven accused of stealing power, water from Houston building
Seven people have been charged and accused of stealing power and/or water from a Houston building. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour explains the accusations and spoke to an electrician about how others can protect their power.
Home invasion turns deadly after masked-men break down door at apartment complex near River...
HOUSTON – Two men were killed during an home invasion at an apartment complex near River Oaks after the resident fired several shots at them, according to the Houston Police Department. Police initially responded to a burglary in progress around 10:45 a.m. at The Gael Apartments. Investigators are now...
Houston steakhouse sues city, says $500 marshal fees for fire dances violate its rights
Toca Madera Houston claims city fire code rules are unconstitutional, forcing $500 nightly fees for marshal oversight of its fire dancer performances.
Texas authorities arrest men for violent crimes after illegally entering as minors
(The Center Square) – Authorities in Texas continue to arrest violent men in major cities years after they illegally entered the country as unaccompanied minors. They’re also continuing to arrest violent Tren de Aragua members, including in a major San Antonio nightclub bust. U.S. Immigration and Customs...
