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.
A tornado north of Houston damaged more than 100 homes and triggered widespread power outages, prompting local officials to launch a major cleanup and recovery effort.
A Houston woman died in Alabama after being hit by her own vehicle on I-65, raising new safety concerns for travelers from the Houston area.
A Houston councilmember has proposed a significant change to how HPD interacts with federal immigration authorities, sparking debate over public safety and community trust.
Memorial City Mall is preparing for a major redevelopment near the former Sears site, signaling a new phase of growth for one of Houston’s busiest retail corridors.
Analysts are weighing in on the Rockets–Warriors matchup, offering early betting insights that matter for Houston fans and local businesses.
A man was fatally shot overnight in an apartment parking lot along Westheimer, prompting a homicide investigation by Houston police.
Two tornadoes touched down in the Houston area, damaging homes, cutting power, and disrupting travel across the region.
A man was killed in a shooting along Westheimer Road, and Houston police detained several people as they search for answers.
Authorities say several NRG Park employees ran an illegal parking scheme that diverted more than $200,000 from official operations.
Four people were detained and two firearms recovered after a shooting at a Houston METRO Rail facility Tuesday afternoon, according to investigators.