The scene of the shooting in December 2024Suspect arrested, charged in 2024 deadly mass shooting at North Houston ‘teen club’ venueRead full article: Suspect arrested, charged in 2024 deadly mass shooting at North Houston ‘teen club’ venue
No description availableHouston man says $22K FIFA ticket purchase didn’t match seats he was shownRead full article: Houston man says $22K FIFA ticket purchase didn’t match seats he was shown
Ladislav Petro, wanted in Slovakia on CSAM-related charges, was back in custody within 24 hours after escaping in MarchHouston ICE detainee escaped federal facility using yoga mat to scale wall, unsealed documents revealRead full article: Houston ICE detainee escaped federal facility using yoga mat to scale wall, unsealed documents reveal
A man accused of repeatedly targeting grieving families with funeral fraud is headed back to prison and one woman says he manipulated her just days after losing her father.Funeral fraudster who targeted grieving families headed back to prison after probation revokedRead full article: Funeral fraudster who targeted grieving families headed back to prison after probation revoked
The approved budget includes a new $5 monthly trash fee, with supporters calling it necessary and critics arguing it places a greater burden on residentsHouston City Council passes $7.5 billion budget amid debate over fees and financial stabilityRead full article: Houston City Council passes $7.5 billion budget amid debate over fees and financial stability
Red Raiders coach says quarterback is focused on recovery as criticism mounts following court ruling that restored his eligibility‘He’s still recovering’: Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire defends QB Brendan Sorsby amid gambling controversyRead full article: ‘He’s still recovering’: Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire defends QB Brendan Sorsby amid gambling controversy
Iddris Umaru (left), Axzey Mojica (right)Two suspects wanted after being charged with murder in shooting near Sugar Land, HPD saysRead full article: Two suspects wanted after being charged with murder in shooting near Sugar Land, HPD says
HOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 02: A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Houston Stadium on June 02, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Maria Lysaker/Getty Images)FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston: Complete guide to matches, parking, Fan Fest, transportation and moreRead full article: FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston: Complete guide to matches, parking, Fan Fest, transportation and more
Screenshots from videos of influencers trying the trend (From left: Cian Abion [Facebook], CookerBruski [X], Fanum [Facebook]).Viral pineapple Kool-Aid trend takes over TikTok: Here’s how to make the sweet summer snackRead full article: Viral pineapple Kool-Aid trend takes over TikTok: Here’s how to make the sweet summer snack
No description availableNew pedestrian safety upgrades coming to Houston HeightsRead full article: New pedestrian safety upgrades coming to Houston Heights
After Isabel Tristan waited 3 years for a monument to honor her grandfather, 2 Helps You showed up with a solution2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t existRead full article: 2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t exist
Three elements would determine the categoryShould hurricanes be rated differently? Read full article: Should hurricanes be rated differently?
Watch the group perform at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston on June 11Get 2 know Bombón: The music collective behind the Houston remix for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 🎵🎵⚽Read full article: Get 2 know Bombón: The music collective behind the Houston remix for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 🎵🎵⚽
Axelrad sees fewer car break-ins after new patrols and parking feesHouston Midtown bar fights surge in car break‑insRead full article: Houston Midtown bar fights surge in car break‑ins
Former Rice corner Sean Fresch Jr. playing for St. Louis Battlehawks in UFLSource: Texans work out All-UFL punt returner, Rice alum Sean Fresch JrRead full article: Source: Texans work out All-UFL punt returner, Rice alum Sean Fresch Jr
Reports of contaminated fuel damaging vehicles at Circle K gas stations in the Greater Houston area have now reached Baytown, while some affected customers are beginning to see reimbursements. Contaminated Circle K fuel claims spread to Baytown as some customers begin seeing reimbursementsRead full article: Contaminated Circle K fuel claims spread to Baytown as some customers begin seeing reimbursements
Houston will host seven World Cup matches between June 14 and July 4Will Houston’s power grid hold up during the 2026 FIFA World Cup?Read full article: Will Houston’s power grid hold up during the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Sheriff Bo Stallman made the announcement in a video statement posted to YouTube TuesdayBrazoria County Sheriff’s Office fires deputy involved in fatal shooting of Texas State student in Lake JacksonRead full article: Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office fires deputy involved in fatal shooting of Texas State student in Lake Jackson
The shooting happened in front of a home in the 800 block of Fair Street.2 injured in drive-by shooting in north HoustonRead full article: 2 injured in drive-by shooting in north Houston
A natural gas leak near Reese Road and FM 2218 in Fort Bend County has led to the closure of part of Reese Road while hazmat and fire crews respond.Natural gas leak closes part of Reese Road near FM 2218 in Fort Bend CountyRead full article: Natural gas leak closes part of Reese Road near FM 2218 in Fort Bend County
Community pushes for greater water safety after tragic drowning‘He was so loving’: Family remembers 11-year-old Joshua Lahai after drowning at Surfside BeachRead full article: ‘He was so loving’: Family remembers 11-year-old Joshua Lahai after drowning at Surfside Beach
No description availableAbbott recommends sweeping data center regulation, including eliminating sales tax exemptionRead full article: Abbott recommends sweeping data center regulation, including eliminating sales tax exemption
No description availableTexas high schoolers show gains across all subjects on STAAR testsRead full article: Texas high schoolers show gains across all subjects on STAAR tests
No description availableTexas’ charter school boom may soon bust, experts cautionRead full article: Texas’ charter school boom may soon bust, experts caution
No description availableTexas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witnessRead full article: Texas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witness
No description availableEast Texas county judge urges state lawmakers to help locals combat data center proliferationRead full article: East Texas county judge urges state lawmakers to help locals combat data center proliferation
No description availableGovernment watchdog says detention center wasted up to $11.5 million before detainees arrivedRead full article: Government watchdog says detention center wasted up to $11.5 million before detainees arrived
70-year-old man convicted of 1977 murder has sentence reduced to lifeAfter half-century on death row, Houston man gets lifeRead full article: After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
We’re asking viewers across the Houston area to send us their water bills and a brief description of their concerns so we can look for patterns, ask officials for answers, and continue reporting on water billing problems in their communities.Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area billsRead full article: Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area bills
David Northern’s Flint Housing Commission contract, Houston Housing Authority controversy raise new accountability questionsHe wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than everRead full article: He wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than ever
The suspected gunman8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountabilityRead full article: 8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountability
Everybody’s ready — but what exactly are taxpayers signing up for?Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and trafficRead full article: Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and traffic
Two years after a A KPRC 2 investigation exposed millions in misspent federal housing dollars at the Houston Housing Authority, the man at the center of the scandal is running another housing agency — and the federal investigators who swooped in have yet to say a word publicly.‘I am one illness away from losing everything:’ Ex-Houston housing chief was spending their money on steakRead full article: ‘I am one illness away from losing everything:’ Ex-Houston housing chief was spending their money on steak
After Isabel Tristan waited 3 years for a monument to honor her grandfather, 2 Helps You showed up with a solution2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t existRead full article: 2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t exist
For years, some elderly residents near the 2800 block of 61st Street in Galveston have been forced into a dangerous choice: navigate a badly damaged sidewalk or walk in a 40-mph street.Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involvedRead full article: Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involved
A Houston man pushed a wagon across Texas — generator, food, water and all — and passed out from the heat along the way. But he finished. And the kids in Katy are better for it.2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kidsRead full article: 2 Helps You: Man walks from Houston to San Antonio, then comes back to give away nearly 100 pairs of shoes to Katy kids
Residents and workers called 311 and law enforcement repeatedly. Nothing happened. So, they then called 2 Helps YouIllegal dump site off Antoine Drive ignored for months; 2 Helps You puts Harris County on noticeRead full article: Illegal dump site off Antoine Drive ignored for months; 2 Helps You puts Harris County on notice
A massive pothole along Wirt Road had residents worried about safety2 Helps You gets results days after Houstonians contact KPRC 2 over dangerous road conditions Read full article: 2 Helps You gets results days after Houstonians contact KPRC 2 over dangerous road conditions
Restoration Team aims to help 100 families annually by 20282 Helps You: Restoration Team’s 500th home gets new life in northeast HoustonRead full article: 2 Helps You: Restoration Team’s 500th home gets new life in northeast Houston
No description availableIshida Dance Company presents ‘Waiting/Rex’ at Asia Society TexasRead full article: Ishida Dance Company presents ‘Waiting/Rex’ at Asia Society Texas
This combination of photos show, from left, Glenn Close, Pamela Koffler, Ridley Scott, and Christine Vachon. (AP Photo)Glenn Close will get an Oscar at last — honorarily. So will Ridley Scott and animator Floyd NormanRead full article: Glenn Close will get an Oscar at last — honorarily. So will Ridley Scott and animator Floyd Norman
Ian McKellan unveils a Blue Plaque for Laurence Olivier in London, England, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)Laurence Olivier is honored with a plaque at his London childhood homeRead full article: Laurence Olivier is honored with a plaque at his London childhood home
No description availableIshida Dance Company presents ‘Waiting/Rex’ at Asia Society TexasRead full article: Ishida Dance Company presents ‘Waiting/Rex’ at Asia Society Texas
No description available2 days agoCelebrate Culture through music and movement with Tx2 Dance CompanyRead full article: Celebrate Culture through music and movement with Tx2 Dance Company
No description available2 days agoMeet Saxboy Billy, the man behind the viral “Puerto Rico Song”Read full article: Meet Saxboy Billy, the man behind the viral “Puerto Rico Song”
No description availableSponsoredPeptides and functional health: How Antiage Institute helps Houstonians age better Read full article: Peptides and functional health: How Antiage Institute helps Houstonians age better
Georgetown University's Rebecca Katz points to measles data for the country at Georgetown's Health Security Operations Center in Washington on June 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Shelby Lum)Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World CupRead full article: Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup
Local doctors warn against the Benadryl challengeDoctors warn parents as dangerous ‘Benadryl Challenge’ may be resurfacing after children’s deathsRead full article: Doctors warn parents as dangerous ‘Benadryl Challenge’ may be resurfacing after children’s deaths
A FedEx truck overturned early Wednesday on the southbound lanes of the West Sam Houston Tollway near Fallbrook Drive, causing significant traffic delays during the morning commute.FedEx truck overturns on Sam Houston beltway at FallbrookRead full article: FedEx truck overturns on Sam Houston beltway at Fallbrook
Local doctors warn against the Benadryl challengeDoctors warn parents as dangerous ‘Benadryl Challenge’ may be resurfacing after children’s deathsRead full article: Doctors warn parents as dangerous ‘Benadryl Challenge’ may be resurfacing after children’s deaths
FILE - A worker fuels an Air Canada jet at DFW International Airport in Grapevine, Texas, Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)Air Canada pilot charged after allegedly flying without a proper license between 2009 and 2025Read full article: Air Canada pilot charged after allegedly flying without a proper license between 2009 and 2025
No description availableTexas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witnessRead full article: Texas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witness
Sunscreens come in different sun protection factors – also known as SPF – which range from about 15 to well above 50.FDA approves first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 20 yearsRead full article: FDA approves first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 20 years
Feels Like SummerFeeling like summer this week in Houston with changes coming next week!Read full article: Feeling like summer this week in Houston with changes coming next week!
A person walks around announcing the guilty verdict in the Karmelo Anthony trial in front of the Collin County courthouse, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in McKinney, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)Texas teen who fatally stabbed track athlete at school meet found guilty and sentenced to prisonRead full article: Texas teen who fatally stabbed track athlete at school meet found guilty and sentenced to prison
President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)1 day agoHouse passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to TrumpRead full article: House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending to Trump
Graphic of KPRC 2 Breaking News1 day agoMother and teenage son killed in SE Harris County; timeline of emergency calls reveals complex responseRead full article: Mother and teenage son killed in SE Harris County; timeline of emergency calls reveals complex response
Remington Ranch shooting1 day ago18-year-old charged with murder in shooting of teen at Harris County home over alleged owed moneyRead full article: 18-year-old charged with murder in shooting of teen at Harris County home over alleged owed money
Victim says caller used a muffled female voice and claimed to have kidnapped his mother before demanding $3,000‘My heart sank’: Montgomery man nearly falls for sophisticated kidnapping scam after 3 a.m. call from mother’s numberRead full article: ‘My heart sank’: Montgomery man nearly falls for sophisticated kidnapping scam after 3 a.m. call from mother’s number
The crew of NASA's Artemis III mission — (from left) Commander Randolph “Randy” Bresnik and Pilot Luca Parmitano are introduced during an event at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston on June 9, 2026.1 day agoWho is Randy Bresnik? Meet the commander of NASA’s Artemis III missionRead full article: Who is Randy Bresnik? Meet the commander of NASA’s Artemis III mission
No description available1 day agoHouston ISD highlights areas of strongest student gains as preliminary 2026 STAAR results releasedRead full article: Houston ISD highlights areas of strongest student gains as preliminary 2026 STAAR results released
Generic crime scene after shooting - lightbox KPRC1 day agoFormer roommate allegedly fatally shoots man off W. Little York in NW Harris County, officials sayRead full article: Former roommate allegedly fatally shoots man off W. Little York in NW Harris County, officials say
Ashley Gonzalez1 day agoFormer Marine Platoon Mate raised alarm on HPD officer’s racist videos, records showRead full article: Former Marine Platoon Mate raised alarm on HPD officer’s racist videos, records show
Hollins criticizes Mayor John Whitmire's FY27 budget proposal says it shifts costs to residents.1 day agoHouston Controller Chris Hollins certifies Mayor Whitmire’s $7.5 Billion budget proposal ahead of council voteRead full article: Houston Controller Chris Hollins certifies Mayor Whitmire’s $7.5 Billion budget proposal ahead of council vote
Generic crime scene - lightbox KPRC1 day agoInmate on work crew at Walker County courthouse dies after collapsingRead full article: Inmate on work crew at Walker County courthouse dies after collapsing
The shooting happened Monday night at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.1 day agoTeen killed, another injured in overnight shooting at North Harris County homeRead full article: Teen killed, another injured in overnight shooting at North Harris County home
FILE - A test container of dyed fly pupae are displayed at a Domestic New World Screwworm Sterile Fly Production Facility to combat the northward spread of NWS and protect American livestock, in Edinburg, Texas, Feb. 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)1 day agoCan your dog or cat get screwworm? Here’s what experts say about the risk to pets and peopleRead full article: Can your dog or cat get screwworm? Here’s what experts say about the risk to pets and people
Images from the scene1 day ago18-year-old man, possibly having mental health crisis, taken into custody after SWAT standoff outside Conroe McDonald’sRead full article: 18-year-old man, possibly having mental health crisis, taken into custody after SWAT standoff outside Conroe McDonald’s
The shooting happened around 11 p.m. near the 14300 block of Ella Boulevard, close to Kuykendahl Road1 day agoMan in his early 20s shot to death outside northwest Harris County apartment complexRead full article: Man in his early 20s shot to death outside northwest Harris County apartment complex
Heat Index Next 5 Days1 day agoIt’s another late steamy night in Houston ahead of more heat on the wayRead full article: It’s another late steamy night in Houston ahead of more heat on the way
Buildings in Polomolok, Philippines, sustained significant damage after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near Sarangani province on Monday. The powerful quake killed at least 37 people, injured hundreds and triggered tsunami warnings across several countries. (Courtesy: Shane Ayangco)1 day ago'Bouncing up in the bed:' Houston-area family recounts terrifying moments as powerful earthquake strikes PhilippinesRead full article: 'Bouncing up in the bed:' Houston-area family recounts terrifying moments as powerful earthquake strikes Philippines
Temporary fencing with FIFA World Cup 2026 signage is set up outside SoFi Stadium, Friday, June 5, 2026, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)1 day agoTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton investigates FIFA over World Cup ticket seat complaintsRead full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton investigates FIFA over World Cup ticket seat complaints
Houston Sun1 day agoAs World Cup fans head to Texas, here’s how to spot heat stroke and heat exhaustionRead full article: As World Cup fans head to Texas, here’s how to spot heat stroke and heat exhaustion
Unsold 2023 Gladiator pickup trucks, left, sit on display with Wrangler sports-utility vehicles at a Jeep dealership Sunday, June 18, 2023, in Englewood, Colo. On Tuesday, the Conference Board reports on U.S. consumer confidence for July. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)1 day agoMore than 1 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators recalled over fire risk, owners urged to park outsideRead full article: More than 1 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators recalled over fire risk, owners urged to park outside
Holiday skincare survival guide: Houston dermatologist shares her top home remedies | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2 1 day agoWhy summer can wreak havoc on your skin and how to prevent itRead full article: Why summer can wreak havoc on your skin and how to prevent it
Scientists say stress can affect the gut microbiome 1 day agoStressed and snacking late at night? New study suggests it could harm your gut healthRead full article: Stressed and snacking late at night? New study suggests it could harm your gut health
Four astronauts aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft atop the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket launch on the agency’s Artemis II test flight, Wednesday, April 1 from Launch Complex 39B at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Artemis II lifted off at 6:35 p.m. ET. Artemis II is the first crewed mission of the agency’s Artemis campaign. The mission will send NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen on an approximately 10-day journey around the Moon and back to Earth.1 day agoWho will fly Artemis III? NASA to unveil crew at Johnson Space CenterRead full article: Who will fly Artemis III? NASA to unveil crew at Johnson Space Center
June 6, 2026: Governor Greg Abbott will address the state's efforts to control the New World screwworm (NWS). The flesh-eating parasite has been found in the state.2 days agoGov. Abbott activates Texas emergency operations center as state ramps up screwworm responseRead full article: Gov. Abbott activates Texas emergency operations center as state ramps up screwworm response
The scene of the shooting2 days agoWoman fatally shot at Houston apartment complex after ongoing dispute; neighbor detained by policeRead full article: Woman fatally shot at Houston apartment complex after ongoing dispute; neighbor detained by police