Category: Breaking News
Houston Breaking News – Live Updates & Alerts
Stay on top of the most urgent stories unfolding right now in Houston, Harris County, and the greater Gulf Coast region. Our Breaking News section features real-time coverage of severe weather events, traffic accidents, crime and public safety incidents, emergency responses, and other developing situations that demand immediate attention. Delivered by the Houston.com newsroom with verified facts, eyewitness reports, and official statements — your trusted source for what’s happening in H-Town the moment it breaks.
Houston Christian University gears up for a non-conference showdown with The Citadel, drawing attention from local fans and businesses.
FOX 26’s Isiah Factor: Uncensored marked Thanksgiving with a special episode focused on gratitude, food, and community connections across Houston.
Houston wakes up to a cold Black Friday morning, but temperatures will rise to near 70 by the afternoon as dry, clear weather settles over the area.
The University of Houston women’s basketball team meets Arkansas State in the Baha Mar Hoops tournament, giving fans and alumni a key early-season matchup to watch.
A 7-year-old boy died after a truck hit him while he rode his bicycle in southeast Houston, according to police.
A serious crash near Mesa Drive and Old Humble Road shut down Olive Fry Road on Thursday, causing delays for northeast Houston commuters.
A Houston woman avoided losing her home after a court dismissed a lawsuit filed by an alleged squatter. The case highlights growing concerns about property rights and squatting disputes in the city.
A fatal small-plane crash near Nanaimo, British Columbia, is raising new questions about general aviation safety—an issue that affects many Houston-area travelers and pilots.
A child died after being hit by a vehicle in Houston’s South Park area, prompting renewed concerns about pedestrian safety in local neighborhoods.
A Thanksgiving turkey smoker sparked a house fire in southeast Houston, leaving a homeowner displaced but uninjured.