Houston, Texas (KTRK) — With more than two years remaining until the first match of the 2026 World Cup in Houston, local organizers are already deeply engaged in preparations. The immediate focus is on crafting security and transportation strategies for what will be the largest event Houston has ever hosted. The expanded field of 48 nations in the ’26 World …

As of this week, the Neighborhood Safety Tracker has recorded 1,771 sexual assaults in Houston over the past 12 months, indicating a 3.8% increase compared to the annual average over the last four years. However, it remains unclear how many of these cases have been solved. This uncertainty led to a revelation by Houston Police Chief Troy Finner on Friday …

A Houston college student, Alexander Fan, sentenced for his involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021 breach at the U.S. Capitol, is among the alleged victims of an FBI agent indicted for theft. During a sentencing hearing on Friday, Fan received 12 months of probation for trespassing. His attorney, Mark Thering, stated that Fan pleaded guilty and expressed genuine remorse to …

Attention commuters: Gridlock Alerts may impact your weekend travel plans. Starting Friday at 9 p.m. through Monday at 5 a.m., two outbound lanes heading north on the Eastex Freeway will be closed. The closures will stretch from the north Sam Houston Tollway to Rankin. For drivers seeking an alternate route, Old Humble Road is recommended. Additionally, the east and westbound …

In a dominant performance at the Fertitta Center on Saturday afternoon, the University of Houston men’s basketball team secured an impressive 82-61 victory over Texas. During the first half, Houston guard Jamal Shead achieved a significant career milestone, becoming the fourth Cougar in program history to reach 600 assists. At halftime, Houston held a commanding 40-27 lead over Texas. Leading …

The Houston Police Department has reported that six individuals were taken into custody after a man was fatally shot on Saturday. The incident occurred around 4:08 p.m. at 11099 Briar Forest Drive. Upon arrival, authorities found the victim deceased. Two out of the six individuals detained have been released. Further details about the ongoing investigation are currently limited.