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Editor's note: It's time to catch up on the top Houston news of the week, starting with two steakhouses finding the national spotlight. Plus, a Midtown bar announces last call and a crawfish favorite expands. Read on for our five most popular stories, then head here to plan your weekend.

Foot traffic tripled at some stores this week as precious metals prices soared.

In Houston’s sprawling urban landscape sits a bargain hunter’s paradise that defies the conventional thrift store experience. The ReStore Habitat for Humanity on Jones Road isn’t just big—it’s a cavernous wonderland where budget-friendly home makeovers transform from distant dreams into tangible reality. Ever had...

HOUSTON – Houston Police have confirmed one person has died from the six that were injured on Homestead Road. KPRC 2 is working to learn more details. HOUSTON - Houston police are investigating three separate shootings that happened within hours of each other across different parts of the city. Officers say the cases...

FOX 26's Tom Zizka and John Dawson cover the top afternoon reports from Houston and beyond for Jan. 31, 2026.

Carl Channing Spence, a 40-year-old resident of Mont Belvieu, pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court to operating what prosecutors describe as a $2.1 million Ponzi-style investment scheme that relied on personal relationships. Authorities say he promised consistent, high returns while falsifying account statements...

After buying an old local grocery store that went out of business, the owner of Lake Conroe Ace Hardware turned to social media in hopes he won't be the next store out of business. He shared his story with FOX 26's Tom Zizka.

ROMAN FOREST, Texas - A Conroe man has been arrested for felony illegal dumping after an investigation by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable's Office. Travis Dando, a 28-year-old from Conroe, Texas, was taken into custody following a complaint on Appian Way in Roman Forest. The arrest was made by the...

HOUSTON – When life throws unexpected challenges your way, selling a home can quickly feel overwhelming. From costly repairs to endless showings and long waits for buyers, the traditional real estate process isn’t always the best option — especially for homeowners dealing with medical issues, financial stress, or...

When a broken pit threatened a major cook, Houston barbecue pitmasters rallied to help a fellow pitmaster get the job done.