The firetruck was reportedly going to an emergency call when it struck the METRORail.
A series of bangs echoed through the cabin after an engine fire shortly after takeoff.
Tens of thousands of people are expected to watch Fourth of July fireworks at and around Navy Pier Saturday as the city celebrates America's 250th birthday.
A United Airlines flight to Munich returned to Houston, safely landing with all 267 passengers and 13 crew members, the airline confirmed.
METRO Police responded to the crash at about 6:45 p.m. Friday near North Main and Hogan Streets. Officials say a Houston Fire Department (HFD) vehicle struck a METRORail train, causing the train to ...