Police investigate the scene of a shooting near Live Oak and Elgin where five people were wounded during a New Year’s party.5 people shot at large New Year’s party in Third Ward, HPD saysRead full article: 5 people shot at large New Year’s party in Third Ward, HPD says
No description availableFireworks blamed for New Year’s Day apartment fire that displaced dozens in SW HoustonRead full article: Fireworks blamed for New Year’s Day apartment fire that displaced dozens in SW Houston
The interior building where a fire broke out leaving people dead and injured, during New Years celebration, in Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. (Police Cantonale Valaisanne via AP)Fire at Swiss Alpine resort bar during New Year’s celebration leaves dozens feared dead, 100 injuredRead full article: Fire at Swiss Alpine resort bar during New Year’s celebration leaves dozens feared dead, 100 injured
Deputies hurt after being struck by drunk driver2 Harris County Pct. 4 deputies hurt after being struck by suspected drunk driver fleeing law enforcementRead full article: 2 Harris County Pct. 4 deputies hurt after being struck by suspected drunk driver fleeing law enforcement
Next Three DaysTracking sunshine and a warm up to kick off 2026 in HoustonRead full article: Tracking sunshine and a warm up to kick off 2026 in Houston
Camila Mendoza OlmosBody found in San Antonio belongs to missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, authorities sayRead full article: Body found in San Antonio belongs to missing 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, authorities say
No description availableNew year, no answers after Harris County hit-and-run death Read full article: New year, no answers after Harris County hit-and-run death
Houston Police and medics respond to a mass shooting at a short term rental property shortly after midnight on New Year's Day.Violent and deadly start to 2026 in Houston: 2 dead, 7 hurt in shootings across metroRead full article: Violent and deadly start to 2026 in Houston: 2 dead, 7 hurt in shootings across metro
Babies of the New YearMeet the first babies born at Houston hospitals in 2026Read full article: Meet the first babies born at Houston hospitals in 2026
Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr., left, returns an interception thrown by Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)Several Texans back at it, including Trent Brown, Derek Stingley Jr., Nico Collins, Dalton Schultz, Azeez Al-ShaairRead full article: Several Texans back at it, including Trent Brown, Derek Stingley Jr., Nico Collins, Dalton Schultz, Azeez Al-Shaair
No description availableMan found dead with gunshot wound on front porch of east Harris County apartmentRead full article: Man found dead with gunshot wound on front porch of east Harris County apartment
Party like it’s the roaring ‘20s at POST’s New Year's Eve Celebration featuring a Great Gatsby-inspired celebration.Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and diningRead full article: Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and dining
Ten KPRC 2 Insiders will each win a four-pack of tickets to The Houston AutoBoative Show 2026.SponsoredThe Houston AutoBoative Show combines cars and boats in one impressive event | You could win free tickets!Read full article: The Houston AutoBoative Show combines cars and boats in one impressive event | You could win free tickets!
FILE - A customer browses televisions at a Best Buy store on Black Friday, Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. If youre planning on grabbing groceries or doing some other shopping this New Years Day, its wise to double check stores hours. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco, File)Shopping on New Year’s Day 2026? From Costco to Walmart, see what stores are open and closedRead full article: Shopping on New Year’s Day 2026? From Costco to Walmart, see what stores are open and closed
Chemical spill at a BWC Terminals facility in Channelview on Dec. 27, 2025.Channelview chemical spill lawsuit alleges safety failures by BWC TerminalsRead full article: Channelview chemical spill lawsuit alleges safety failures by BWC Terminals
No description availableCatch up on today’s top headlinesRead full article: Catch up on today’s top headlines
No description availableFirefighter hurt while battling house fire in north Harris CountyRead full article: Firefighter hurt while battling house fire in north Harris County
Texans Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair holds his trophy after being named the Pro Football Writers of America local chapter's annual Good Guy award for cooperation and insight with the media.Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair named PFWA local chapter Media Good Guy award winner: ‘Grateful’Read full article: Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair named PFWA local chapter Media Good Guy award winner: ‘Grateful’
No description availableHer yard is a memorial: South Houston mom of teen Killed in DWI crash pleads to think twice this NYERead full article: Her yard is a memorial: South Houston mom of teen Killed in DWI crash pleads to think twice this NYE
Judge William WaggonerCourt docs: Conroe Judge rearrested after violating probation, testing positive for alcohol in 2018Read full article: Court docs: Conroe Judge rearrested after violating probation, testing positive for alcohol in 2018
Temperatures were a big story this yearHouston’s 2025 weather: A year defined by heatRead full article: Houston’s 2025 weather: A year defined by heat
No description availableTrump says he’s dropping push for National Guard in Chicago, LA and Portland, Oregon, for nowRead full article: Trump says he’s dropping push for National Guard in Chicago, LA and Portland, Oregon, for now
No description availableLt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls audit of Texas Southern University financials “deeply disturbing”Read full article: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls audit of Texas Southern University financials “deeply disturbing”
No description availableAustin police officer Christopher Taylor acquitted in 2019 shooting by appeals courtRead full article: Austin police officer Christopher Taylor acquitted in 2019 shooting by appeals court
No description availableDallas County Republicans abandon plan to hand-count ballots in March primaryRead full article: Dallas County Republicans abandon plan to hand-count ballots in March primary
No description availableTexas 2025: The stories that mattered most to readersRead full article: Texas 2025: The stories that mattered most to readers
An all-new episode of the Evidence Room is dropping on SaturdayThe Evidence Room is back with ‘The Sniper’Read full article: The Evidence Room is back with ‘The Sniper’
No description availableFort Bend County Judge KP George’s recent social media post part of focus during latest hearingRead full article: Fort Bend County Judge KP George’s recent social media post part of focus during latest hearing
Houston council members’ spending on travel, photography detailed in KPRC 2 investigationHow Houston City Council members are spending your tax dollarsRead full article: How Houston City Council members are spending your tax dollars
No description availableNew ICE data yields more insight into arrests, immigration enforcement effortsRead full article: New ICE data yields more insight into arrests, immigration enforcement efforts
An arrest during the operationBy the numbers: Total number of ICE arrests under Pres. Trump compared to Pres. BidenRead full article: By the numbers: Total number of ICE arrests under Pres. Trump compared to Pres. Biden
No description availableGalveston County Sheriff ends legal battle with licensing agencyRead full article: Galveston County Sheriff ends legal battle with licensing agency
No description availableHouston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on ChristmasRead full article: Houston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on Christmas
No description availableBinglewood residents say heavy trash piles sit on curbs for months until KPRC 2 made callsRead full article: Binglewood residents say heavy trash piles sit on curbs for months until KPRC 2 made calls
If you’re looking to give back or need a little extra help this season, here are some key programs and resources available in the Houston area.‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston Read full article: ‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston
No description availableFort Bend County woman sounds alarm as crumbling dirt road plagues visitors to historic cemeteryRead full article: Fort Bend County woman sounds alarm as crumbling dirt road plagues visitors to historic cemetery
KPRC 2 Toy Drive benefiting BEARKPRC 2 Toy Drive benefiting BEAR: Here’s how you can help bring joy to children in need this holiday season.Read full article: KPRC 2 Toy Drive benefiting BEAR: Here’s how you can help bring joy to children in need this holiday season.
Entergy mistakenly charges customer $848,000, then cuts her powerWoman mistakenly charged more than $800K for light billRead full article: Woman mistakenly charged more than $800K for light bill
Rain comes down on a float at the 137th Rose Parade Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Caroline Brehman)Rain soaks Rose Parade in California and snow squalls hit Midwest and Northeast on first day of 2026Read full article: Rain soaks Rose Parade in California and snow squalls hit Midwest and Northeast on first day of 2026
FILE - Bad Bunny performs during the iHeartRadio Music Awards, on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' could make Grammy historyRead full article: Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' could make Grammy history
FILE - The road to the entrance of Walt Disney World, Monday, March 16, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)1 day agoDisney World worker is injured trying to stop runaway boulder at Indiana Jones showRead full article: Disney World worker is injured trying to stop runaway boulder at Indiana Jones show
Party like it’s the roaring ‘20s at POST’s New Year's Eve Celebration featuring a Great Gatsby-inspired celebration.1 day agoWhere to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and diningRead full article: Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and dining
Watch ‘Eat Like a Local’ Saturdays at 10 a.m. on KPRC 2Discover Houston Asiatown’s unique snacks with Chris ShepherdRead full article: Discover Houston Asiatown’s unique snacks with Chris Shepherd
No description availableStars Lily Collins and Ashley Park dish on ‘Emily In Paris’ season 5Read full article: Stars Lily Collins and Ashley Park dish on ‘Emily In Paris’ season 5
Fitness expert Erica Hood shares her tips for a stronger, healthier you New Year’s fitness made simple: Tips and a low-impact workout for beginnersRead full article: New Year’s fitness made simple: Tips and a low-impact workout for beginners
FILE - Director of the Office of Management and Budget Russell Vought speaks to reporters at the White House, Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming careRead full article: Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming care
FILE - Pages from the U.S. Affordable Care Act health insurance website healthcare.gov are seen on a computer screen in New York, Aug. 19, 2025. (AP Photo/Patrick Sison, File)Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikesRead full article: Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
Crash scene19-year-old booked into jail after Huntsville police officer severely injured in crash with stolen vehicleRead full article: 19-year-old booked into jail after Huntsville police officer severely injured in crash with stolen vehicle
No description availablePolice deaths nationwide poised to fall below 100 for first time since 1940sRead full article: Police deaths nationwide poised to fall below 100 for first time since 1940s
Party like it’s the roaring ‘20s at POST’s New Year's Eve Celebration featuring a Great Gatsby-inspired celebration.1 day agoWhere to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and diningRead full article: Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and dining
No description available1 day agoLt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls audit of Texas Southern University financials “deeply disturbing”Read full article: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls audit of Texas Southern University financials “deeply disturbing”
More than 30 laws go into effect in January in Texas, bringing significant changes that will impact Texans across business, law enforcement, housing, technology and more. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)1 day agoNew Texas Laws that go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026Read full article: New Texas Laws that go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026
No description availableNew Texas law targets squatters, but also reshapes evictions for rentersRead full article: New Texas law targets squatters, but also reshapes evictions for renters
Texans safety K'Von WallaceBig game delivered by Texans’ newest safety, addition to top-ranked defense: K’Von WallaceRead full article: Big game delivered by Texans’ newest safety, addition to top-ranked defense: K’Von Wallace
Texans rookie offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery.Texans manage injuries, rest: Nico Collins, Derek Stingley Jr., Kamari Lassiter, Trent Brown don’t practice, Ersery doesRead full article: Texans manage injuries, rest: Nico Collins, Derek Stingley Jr., Kamari Lassiter, Trent Brown don’t practice, Ersery does
Harris County seeks help identifying an adult male found Dec. 22 on Brays Bayou near Old Spanish Trail — distinctive tattoos and dental bridge.1 day agoHarris County seeks help identifying body found in bayouRead full article: Harris County seeks help identifying body found in bayou
Neighbors are defending Dr. Carla Wyatt’s character amid legal challenges1 day agoNeighbors speak up for Harris County Treasurer after arrest Read full article: Neighbors speak up for Harris County Treasurer after arrest
Pilots aboard a Texas Department of Public Safety helicopter experienced a laser strike to the cockpit while assisting the Harris County Sheriff’s Office during a manhunt.2 days agoDPS helicopter hit by laser during Harris County manhunt; suspect arrestedRead full article: DPS helicopter hit by laser during Harris County manhunt; suspect arrested
Tommy TownsendTexans punter Tommy Townsend named AFC Special Teams Player of the WeekRead full article: Texans punter Tommy Townsend named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week
Texans tight end Brevin Jordan1 day agoTexans name Brevin Jordan their Ed Block Courage award winner: ‘Means everything to me’Read full article: Texans name Brevin Jordan their Ed Block Courage award winner: ‘Means everything to me’
Possible human remains found2 days agoOfficers investigating after possible human remains found in SE HoustonRead full article: Officers investigating after possible human remains found in SE Houston
Houston’s homeless crisis linked to waterway tragedies2 days ago‘There is not a serial killer’: Harris County DA disputes rumors after more bodies found in bayousRead full article: ‘There is not a serial killer’: Harris County DA disputes rumors after more bodies found in bayous
The top stories of 2025 include the Hill Country floods, K-9 Rocky's heroic line-of-duty take down of a violent fugitive and the deadly fight between two Baytown high schoolers over a $21 THC vape pen.1 day agoThe 10 stories our Houston-area audience cared most about in 2025Read full article: The 10 stories our Houston-area audience cared most about in 2025
New Year's Day1 day agoTracking clear skies for NYE in Houston, ahead of a warm start to 2026.Read full article: Tracking clear skies for NYE in Houston, ahead of a warm start to 2026.
No description available1 day agoPolice increase patrols across Harris County ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrationsRead full article: Police increase patrols across Harris County ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations
Stray bullets pose a deadly risk in the Houston area1 day agoCelebratory gunfire killed a Houston woman five years ago. Neighbors plea: ‘Save a life’ this New Year’s EveRead full article: Celebratory gunfire killed a Houston woman five years ago. Neighbors plea: ‘Save a life’ this New Year’s Eve
Harris County Jail1 day ago81-year-old in custody at Harris County Jail dies after medical emergency Read full article: 81-year-old in custody at Harris County Jail dies after medical emergency
No description available1 day agoWhy many Harris County residents say they have little help with feral cat coloniesRead full article: Why many Harris County residents say they have little help with feral cat colonies
No description available1 day agoHouston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on ChristmasRead full article: Houston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on Christmas
No description available1 day agoMan dies days after Christmas eve hit-and-run in southeast Houston, police seek helpRead full article: Man dies days after Christmas eve hit-and-run in southeast Houston, police seek help
No description available1 day agoCatch up on today’s top headlinesRead full article: Catch up on today’s top headlines
Wyatt’s first court appearance scheduled for Friday2 days agoHarris County treasurer arrested, accused of breaking into carRead full article: Harris County treasurer arrested, accused of breaking into car
Two dogs, on the brink of death, were rescued by firefighters with the Sheldon Community Fire & Rescue from a house fire on Tuesday.2 days agoVIDEO: 2 trapped dogs rescued from house fire, revived by Sheldon firefightersRead full article: VIDEO: 2 trapped dogs rescued from house fire, revived by Sheldon firefighters
Working together, the Houston Auto Crimes Task Force and the Baytown Police Department followed up on information that led them to multiple stolen vehicles. What they found was hard to miss, six stolen vehicles, along with various parts from another stolen GMC Sierra pickup truck.2 days agoNo holiday getaway: 6 stolen vehicles recovered in Baytown chop shop investigationRead full article: No holiday getaway: 6 stolen vehicles recovered in Baytown chop shop investigation
Officer Sean Brinson2 days ago‘He’s sure to endure’: Huntsville police officer severely injured after being hit by stolen vehicle continues recoveryRead full article: ‘He’s sure to endure’: Huntsville police officer severely injured after being hit by stolen vehicle continues recovery
Texans defensive end Solomon Byrd2 days agoSource: Texans re-signing defensive end Solomon Byrd to practice squad after adding corner Ameer SpeedRead full article: Source: Texans re-signing defensive end Solomon Byrd to practice squad after adding corner Ameer Speed
Some empty playground swings at the park.2 days agoUPDATE: 16-year-old boy who went missing Christmas night in Houston area found safeRead full article: UPDATE: 16-year-old boy who went missing Christmas night in Houston area found safe
Remembering Firefighter Brandy Allinience2 days agoHouston honors fallen firefighter Brandy Allinience with memorial service todayRead full article: Houston honors fallen firefighter Brandy Allinience with memorial service today