The Local Sunset
Houston · Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM local · 20 min
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- AHouston Man Convicted of Meth Trafficking After School Field CrashFOX 26 Houston
- ADEA Finds Over 100 Pounds of Meth Hidden in Suitcases at Houston AirportKHOU 11
- AConstruction worker killed after bucket truck hits power line in northwest HoustonKHOU 11
- AHouston Police Hunt Driver Who Brandished Gun on Katy FreewayABC13 KTRK
- AFBI Seeks Additional Victims in Case of Former Harris County DeputyKHOU 11
- BHarris County Judge Calls for Review of Flock Camera SystemFOX 26 Houston
- BTxDOT to Close Major North Texas Bridge for $348 Million Highway ProjectHouston Chronicle
- BTexas wildlife sanctuary may expand by 50% after November voteHouston Chronicle
- BMontgomery County early voting starts Oct. 19 ahead of Nov. 3 midtermsFOX 26 Houston
- BCold Front Brings Strong Winds and Chill to Southeast Texas FridayABC13 KTRK
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Houston Man Convicted of Meth Trafficking After Crash
A Houston man was convicted of meth trafficking after a police chase ended in a crash at an Alief school field, where drugs and a gun were seized.
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Harris County Judge Calls for Review of Flock Camera System
Judge Lina Hidalgo requested a review of Harris County's Flock ALPR camera system following a new report. The system captures license plates for traffic…
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Texas City Fires Two Employees Over Fake Facebook Profiles
Two Texas City employees were fired after officials said they created fake Facebook accounts.
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DEA Seizes Over 100 Pounds of Meth in Houston Airport Suitcases
The DEA found over 100 pounds of meth concealed in two suitcases at a Houston airport, highlighting continued federal drug interdiction efforts.
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TxDOT Closes Major North Texas Bridge for $348 Million Project
TxDOT is shutting down a key North Texas bridge on Oct. 15 to facilitate a $348 million highway expansion.
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Cold Front Triggers Flooding, Road Closures and Tornado in West Texas
A strong cold front on October 15, 2026 brought flooding, a tornado and road closures to West Texas, prompting TxDOT to issue warnings and shut down roads.
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Construction worker killed after bucket truck hits power line in northwest Houston
A bucket‑lift truck struck a power line at a northwest Houston construction site on Oct. 15, killing the worker. Crews cut power to retrieve the victim safely.
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Texas wildlife sanctuary may grow 50% after November vote
State officials propose expanding a Texas wildlife sanctuary by nearly 50%, with the decision slated for the November 2026 vote.
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Houston Police Seek Driver Who Brandished Gun on Katy Freeway
HPD is hunting a driver accused of brandishing a gun and trying to open another vehicle’s door on the Katy Freeway, following a traffic confrontation on Oct.…
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Montgomery County Early Voting Begins Oct. 19 for 2026 Midterms
Early voting in Montgomery County starts on Oct. 19, 2026, with polling sites, hours and sample ballots listed, and runs through the Nov. 3 election day.
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FBI Seeks More Victims in Former Deputy Abuse Case
The FBI is requesting information on further victims of a former Harris County deputy alleged to have exploited his police role for sexual favors, expanding…
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Cold Front Brings Strong Winds and Chill to Southeast Texas Friday
A season‑changing cold front will bring strong northerly winds and cooler temperatures to Southeast Texas on Friday, shifting local weather patterns for the…
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