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According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the 3 injured people were found in the warehouse. A fourth he said was possibly connected was taken to the hospital, where he died.

Elton John, John Legend and more bring holiday cheer when "Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade" airs Christmas morning on ABC and Disney+.

Albanian authorities made the decision after the stabbing death of a teenager following a quarrel that started on TikTok.

The teen was found with a gunshot wound to his chest around 10:30 a.m. after deputies searched the previous night after a discharged firearm call.

A former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT was found dead in his apartment.

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the warehouse-type building was being used as an unlicensed after-hours bar. What led up to the shooting remains unclear.

Enjoy the cool weather while we've got it, some big changes are coming for Christmas week.

Sgt. Bryan Washko said the suspect crashed through the front doors of the JC Penney and drove through the mall running over multiple people.

Rep. Gene Wu (D-Houston) also shed light on his negotiations with candidates running for Speaker of the House.

Congressman Greg Casar, D-Austin says Democratic Party must return to its roots in 2025 -- and expand the platforms through which it shares its message.

U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul also tells Inside Texas Politics which areas of the world concern him most

A man was killed and three others were injured in a shooting at a bar in North Houston.

According to Houston police, the woman drove through a speed limit sign before hitting the tree.

Taxpayers who qualify should receive the payment by next month, according to the IRS.

At least five people, including a 9-year-old, are now known to have been killed in the vehicle-ramming attack on a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg on Friday, German officials said Saturday.

Fog will impact Sunday morning

The man may have been in the car for days, according to police. He is believed to have been homeless.

A hurricane and winter freeze devastated the South Texas industry. A lack of water is preventing a full recovery.

Houston Police say a woman died after the vehicle she was driving crashed into trees on Reed Road in the northern part of Houston on Sunday morning.

Harris County Deputies have identified the victim of a Saturday afternoon shooting as 36-year-old Larry Duncan.

The body of a 17-year-old boy was found in the backyard of a home in Cypress on Saturday morning.

Houston Police are investigating a shooting that left one teenager dead and another in critical condition.

Two U.S. Navy pilots were shot down Sunday over the Red Sea in an apparent "friendly fire" incident, the U.S military said, marking the most serious incident to threaten troops in over a year of America targeting Yemen's Houthi rebels.

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez reports one man has died, and three others were injured at a warehouse where parties reportedly took place on Mitchell Street in north Harris County.

A barber told KHOU 11 News that a 10-year-old boy who got hurt in the crash and had to undergo surgery is now out of the hospital and recovering.

The Texas Longhorns have officially punched their ticket to the college football quarterfinals and the excitement wasn't only on the field.

A deadly crash at the Killeen Mall Thursday evening left one person dead and five others injured.

Monday will mark seven years since a Pearland grandmother was found dead, and the case appears no closer to being solved.

Deputies identified the suspect as 19-year-old William Gabriel Aguilar from Spring, Texas. Aguilar was charged with a first-degree felony murder.

"Gilmore Girls" stars Scott Patterson, Emily Kuroda, and Ted Rooney greeted fans at a special event where you can tour the REAL Stars Hollow set. 

Fog will impact Sunday morning

Houston billionaire and Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta has been nominated to serve as the United States ambassador to Italy, according to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.

In a post to Truth Social, Trump praised Fertitta for his "long history of giving back to the community through numerous philanthropic initiatives."

President-elect Donald Trump announced Saturday he would nominate Houston billionaire hospitality mogul Tilman Fertitta to serve as U.S. ambassador to Italy.

Authorities say the man, in his late 30s, was found with gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Law enforcement says the suspect fled the scene.

A federal regulator sued JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America on Friday, claiming the banks failed to protect hundreds of thousands of consumers from rampant fraud on the popular payments network Zelle.

A suspect known as the "Grinch" was arrested at an HEB store in Cypress for causing a disturbance.

Wednesday's drive at George Country Sports Bar benefits Houston nonprofit Out for Education, which has worked to expand inclusion by providing scholarships to LGBTQ+ students since 1999.

In the latest episode of This Week in Texas, ABC13 sits down for a lengthy conversation with Houston Mayor John Whitmire. Eyewitness News talks infrastructure, crime, finances, and plans for his second year in office.

Deputies are investigating after a man was found shot in the backyard of a home in west Harris County.

A fatal shooting occurred at an AutoZone in Montgomery County when a suspect entered the store near the 28800 block of Birnham Woods and shot an employee, who later died.

Police are investigating after a man was found dead in the backseat of a Mental Health Division patrol vehicle Saturday afternoon.

Dell was coming across the back of the end zone and made a spectacular catch before colliding with Houston teammate Jared Wayne as he was going to the ground.

Albert Sanchez, 39, had been with the department since 2008.

Rescued Pets Movement (RPM) in Houston is seeking volunteers to foster homeless pets from December 24th to 26th, with the option to extend through New Year's.

"I cry every day," the victim said. She said the uneasiness doesn't get any better, knowing officers have searched the grounds and didn't make any arrests.

An apartment fire left several families without homes just days before Christmas as the American Red Cross provides a shelter for those displaced.

A 19-year-old has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting and killing an AutoZone employee in Spring on Saturday, according to Montgomery County law enforcement.

Family and friends are mourning the loss of Keewyn Reece, a 34-year-old Houston man who died in a car crash early Thursday morning after leaving his company’s holiday party.

Alexa Jones, 15, was las seen on Dec. 13.

An unoccupied vehicle was hit by a Union Pacific train early Saturday morning in northwest Houston.

"I'm glad to be back at work," he said. "I asked my doctor, I said, 'What should I do, doc?' He said, 'Go back to work.' I said,' you're my kind of guy.'"

Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at an apartment complex in Southwest Houston.

A brief police chase came to an end after a suspect crashed into two separate vehicles and was found with open bottles of alcohol in their car, according to the Houston Police Department.

Drivers should expect delays.

As the holidays approach, Chef Espinoza and his family gear up for their cherished tradition: the annual Tamalada.

A free two-day festival at Houston’s Karbach Brewery featuring anime, Asian cuisine, cosplay, sumo wrestling, and live entertainment. Fun for all ages!

The 33-year-old woman spent several hours in the dark before a work crew found her. She was rescued by the Cy-Fair Fire Department.

Full interview with Ian Marlow discussing concerns surrounding the TP-Link investigation.

A mother was hospitalized after being unintentionally shot by her 3-year-old toddler inside a vehicle near the area of Alief, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Excelled Montessori said 22-year-old Alexia Rosales had a "smile [that] lit up every room, and her laughter brought so much joy to our days."

If you are lucky, you might ride with Lakita at Bush Airport.

According to Kaufman County Sheriff's Office, an officer's gun was fired while in a struggle with a suspect.

A family is asking for the community's helpa in finding the animal.

The bakery was famous for its pumpkin spice conchas.

At least 12 Big Lots stores are expected to close in the Houston area.

The Galveston County Health District is investigating and offering TB testing to those who may have been exposed.

The woman who was driving the car pulled out of a pond on Avalon Bend Circle said she couldn't remember if her boyfriend was inside.

Party City has seven locations in Houston. The company reportedly announced it is closing its doors on Friday, Dec. 20.

Fog will impact Sunday morning

Animal rescuers in Houston saved 25 dogs living in deplorable conditions after their owner died, leaving them trapped in filth and squalor.

Law enforcement agencies are intensifying their efforts to combat drunk driving during the holiday season following a recent spike in DWI-related crashes.

Kelly, a 44-year-old orangutan, is being remembered as smart, funny, playful and a little naughty sometimes.

In a surprising turn of events, Party City has announced it will be closing all of its stores after 40 years in business.

A Houston native who grew up in Fifth Ward defied the odds to become a renowned fashion designer, inspiring a new generation of aspiring creatives.

A Houston realtor is seeking donations to help furnish the first home of a recently-housed Navy veteran.

Texas lawmakers who stopped the execution of Robert Roberson hoped to hear testimony from him on Friday. After a motion filed by the Texas Attorney General's Office, that did not happen.

DPS reported the crash had cleared at 10:30 a.m. after being closed for several hours.

Deputies were called to the Pine Forest Shopping Center on Uvalde Road after the armored truck was robbed by two male suspects.

A man who allegedly left his 4-year-old child inside his car so he could go gambling was arrested on Thursday.

While sales open up on Friday, most cities do not allow them to be used or sold. They can still be used or sold in unincorporated areas of counties, though.

Nearly 500 people have died on Harris County roads this year.

He says he was briefly unconscious after the hard landing, but is OK.

Three dogs alerted the household to the danger.

Bush and Hobby Airports expect holiday travel rush to begin Thursday.

The move comes in response to Texas Governor Greg Abbott's 2022 directive ordering all state agencies to ban select technologies and apps, including TikTok.

"We have neighborhoods whose heavy trash hasn't been picked up since August," District A Councilmember Amy Peck said Wednesday.

TxDOT says there were 494 deadly crashes in Harris County from January through November of this year. A former NASCAR driver shares tips to help keep you safe.

The teacher who passed away has been identified as 22-year-old Alexia Rosales. The five children involved were all 1 year old, according to BCSO.

The victims, as young as 8 years old, said they were touched inappropriately by Manuel Edgardo Ponce at Sutton Elementary School.

At least a third of landowners approached by state officials have refused to let wall be built on their properties, a Texas Tribune investigation shows.

There's an ongoing search for 15-year-old Alexa Jones, who was last seen on Otter Trail Court in Katy on Friday.

Surveillance video shows a vehicle slamming into the CapMetro van causing it to flip over.

HCSO investigators said a man in his 40s was reported missing from the area on Monday but it's too soon to confirm whether it was him.

Check the hours for grocery stores on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.