Mo Haider
He's back home after working for three years at KOMO News, the ABC affiliate in Seattle. While in western Washington, Mo extensively covered the region's homeless and fentanyl crisis.
He also had a chance to cover some historical moments in Seattle sports - including the inaugural season of the Seattle Kraken, the Mariners first playoff berth in more than two decades, MLB All Star Week, and the NHL Winter Classic.
Prior to working in the Pacific Northwest, Mo worked three years at Newschannel 5, the CBS affiliate in Nashville, Tennessee where he had a chance to learn NPPA style storytelling.
Before his time in the Music City, he got his start in the Midwest at KCAU-TV, the ABC affiliate in Sioux City, Iowa. Mo was responsible for covering stores in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. He then moved on to WGBA, the NBC affiliate in Green Bay, Wisconsin where he served as weekend anchor. After covering multiple tornadoes, snowstorms, and blizzards, Mo developed a love for weather related stories.
While he feels incredibly lucky and fortunate to have lived in various parts of the country, he's thrilled to be back home in Houston where he gets to do what he loves in front of his family and close friends.
Mo was born in New Orleans, and his family moved to Sugar Land in 2005 where they still reside.
He's a proud graduate of the University of Houston's Jack J. Valenti School of Communication, so he's always cheering on the Coogs!
Outside of work, Mo enjoys watching sports, working on his golf swing, running, hiking, and trying out new restaurants.
Mo's Stories
Woman wants justice for sister who was fatally shot at SW Houston apartment complex
"If he did have a heart to turn himself in, do it. He messed up our life. We will never be the same because of him," the sister told ABC13 as her family seeks justice for their loved one.
Tanglewilde community residents can face $150 fines for parking on their own lawns under new ruling
One resident who opposes the ordinance wrote, "We do not want to give up our rights to use our property as we must for whatever is needed as long as we are not causing harm to anyone."
Investigation underway after 2 teenage boys found shot in Fort Bend County, police say
Richmond police said the 17-year-old boys were found with gunshot wounds as their alleged assailant got away in a black SUV sometime after midnight on Thursday.
Red Cross deploys volunteers from Houston to assist in Helene relief efforts
The American Red Cross' Texas Gulf Coast Region is stepping into help pick up the pieces by sending 20 people to help with disaster relief efforts. Nine of them are from Houston.
Homeowner frustrated with overgrown lot next to her home in Sunnyside neighborhood since 2022
"I'm embarrassed for my friends who want to stop by and visit," the resident told ABC13. The lot, which is filled with heavy piles of trash since 2022, is expected to get cleaned up next Monday or Tuesday.
Potential port workers strike could 'cripple the US economy,' experts say
A potential strike from maritime workers in Houston and all around the U.S. has industry experts saying millions of dollars' worth of shipments could be stalled if the union can't agree on a contract by the end of Monday.
Astros home playoff games expected to drive in business for downtown's bars, restaurants
Some downtown-area service employees told ABC13 they're at ease knowing the postseason will mean more money in their pockets. One said up to two shifts can pay a month's rent.
Waltrip HS band allowed to travel to perform at Sugar Bowl after being denied by district
Houston Mayor John Whitmire offered an HPD escort for the trip and the district is now letting the band go after all.
Man wanted for at least 2 aggravated sex assaults and robberies in Greenspoint area, HPD says
Investigators said an armed man allegedly sexually assaulted a woman and placed her in a headlock at an apartment complex in the Greenspoint area. While the manhunt continues, police believe he's responsible for a similar case.
TEA Commissioner pushes to ban phones in Texas schools, citing distractions despite safety concerns
During times of crisis on campus, many students call their parents. Now, that's part of the reason for pushback in TEA Commissioner Mike Morath's call for Texas lawmakers to ban phones in the classrooms.