Robbery suspect accused of shooting Harris County Pct. 4 constable deputy with AR-15 appears in court
D’Anthony Simms Coleman is facing charges of first-degree felony aggravated assault of a peace officer when Pct. 4 Harris County Deputy Deteryon Fontonet saw Coleman’s vehicle after he allegedly robbed two stores using an AR-15 pistol.
Houston will get the ‘dirty side’ of this week’s tropical system. Here’s what it means for us
With every tropical system you will often hear meteorologists referring to the “dirty” and “clean side” of the hurricane. This is actually a scientific term for the portion of the hurricane that will see the most rainfall, highest storm surge, most tornadoes and often the strongest winds.
Electric provider threatens to cancel customer accounts in Houston. Why? Could this happen to you?
Choosing a new electric plan, comparing rates and fees can be complicated. It’s why some customers pay an electric broker or a third party to find the lowest rates. But some customers say their energy company is threatening to cancel their contracts because they signed up with the help of a broker. KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Amy Davis is asking - can they do that?
‘Houston BCycle’ bike sharing service to close after 12 years
The Houston BCycle bike sharing program has announced that it will be shutting down its service on June 30 after operating for 12 years.The service started back in 2012, when the City of Houston began a contractual agreement with Houston Bike Share. The bikes were funded by a grant from former Houston Mayor Annise Parker’s Office of Sustainability through the Environmental Protection Agency.
How this Texas law was used to charge a Fort Bend Co. Commissioner candidate with faking social media attacks
A law that was passed by the Texas Legislature in 2009 has helped play a roll in the arrest of Democrat Taral Patel, who is accused of portraying himself as someone he is not over the internet.
2024 STAAR test results show ‘significant gaps’ in math, science for grades 3-8
"While we continue to see progress in other areas - which is a testament to the dedication and skill of our Texas educators - it’s clear that math performance is not where students need it to be for success after graduation,” TEA Commissioner Mike Morath said.
‘I wish he was still here:’ Balloon release remembering Damon Price, man killed at Houston Farmers Market
One week after Damon Price was shot and killed while working at the Houston Farmers Market, those who loved him most remembered his life. Damon Price, 36, was shot after confronting two teens who were allegedly trying to steal a golf cart from the Houston Heights business early last Thursday morning.
ONLY ON 2: ‘I was terrified’: Alief man recalls trying to save 15-year-old girl who drowned in community pool
“The first day we go to the pool this summer, this happens,” Anthony Garza said. Garza spent his Wednesday afternoon at the Clayton Community Pool in Alief with his nephews. He told KPRC 2 reporter Corley Peel, the pool was calm, and several people were swimming.
Investigators: Candidate for Fort Bend Co. Commissioner created online persona, racially attacked opponents and himself
In Fort Bend County, investigators say online impersonation in a key political race resulted in handcuffs for a politician who was viewed by many within Democratic circles as a candidate on the rise. Now there are questions of “What’s next?” after Democrat Taral Patel was arrested on Wednesday on third-degree felony charge of online impersonation and a Class-A misdemeanor charge of misrepresentation of identity. The arrest comes weeks after Patel secured the Democratic nomination in the race for County Commissioner of Precinct 3.
Top 5 most outrageous Houston water bills the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ investigation helped resolve
The KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation is getting big results! You may know last month seven people were charged in a water line repair scandal, after Amy Davis exposed shady contract dealings. This is after the entire Houston water department changed the way they bill Houston customers. All of this is in addition to the massive amount of money Amy and the team have helped get back for customers with high and confusing water bills.
A PURR-FECT MATCH: Houston Humane Society welcomes 20 cats from Qatar!
Houston Humane Society welcomed 20 rescued cats to its facility, and their journey to H-Town started on the other side of the globe. A woman who runs a cat rescue in Qatar personally chose HHS as the perfect place to send the cats.
HISD Superintendent Mike Miles highlights improved academic growth since state takeover
📚 Exciting news from the Houston Independent School District (HISD)! The latest results from the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness exams (STAAR) show that HISD students have demonstrated significant academic growth 💪🎉 Despite the challenges, HISD is closing achievement gaps and paving the way for a brighter future, according to Superintendent Mike Miles. #HISD #AcademicGrowth #ClosingGaps #EducationMatters
Houstonians needed to participate in study to help prevent cancer in at-risk Black adults. Here’s how you can sign up
📢 Join the Harmony & Health Study, which aims to reduce sitting time, increase movement, and improve health in Black and African American adults at risk for cancer. 🏃💃 Participants will get to experience yoga-based stretches, guided relaxation, and spirituality. 📞 Call 713-792-9400 or email HarmonyHealth@MDAnderson.org to participate. #MDAnderson #HealthStudy #CancerPrevention #JoinTheStudy
Stay alert, Houstonians: Don’t fall victim to this new subscription renewal scam
🚨 Attention Houstonians! 🚨Be on the lookout for a new twist in email scams! Scammers are posing as businesses and tricking people into providing personal and credit card information. They send urgent emails claiming your membership or subscription has expired and ask you to click on a link. Don't fall for it! Stay vigilant and protect your personal information. Spread the word to friends and family to keep them safe too. #HoustonScamAlert #StaySafeOnline 💻💪
‘DRAINED’: What’s being done to help prevent another multi-million dollar corruption scandal
A small change to prevent another multi-million-dollar corruption scandal like the one KPRC 2 Investigates exposed in the Houston water department. Our ‘DRAINED’ investigation led to seven criminal indictments. Investigative reporter Amy Davis went to the Houston city council meeting to find out about the new change to city processes.
Fifth Ward elderly couple receives A/C after living without one for more than a year
Just before the deadly summer heat, an elderly Fifth Ward couple has a central air conditioner for the first time in more than a year. We have their story, plus other groups in the Houston area that can help with A/C repair if you are in need.
Galveston County Sheriff candidate under investigation, at risk of losing peace officer license
Republican candidate for the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, Jimmy Fullen, is now in the middle of an investigation involving the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, also known as TCOLE. Fullen is accused of not being truthful about his work history statements at previous law enforcement jobs he has had.
Texas AG files lawsuit to stop rule ‘forcing’ healthcare providers to perform gender transitions
The states of Texas and Montana have teamed up in a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and multiple members of the Biden Administration in an attempt to terminate controversial policies surrounding gender affirming surgeries.
Ask Amy: Do I really need to get a police report for a minor crash?
We don’t have to tell you driving in Houston can be rough. There are accidents every single day. If you’ve been in an accident, you know the process can be frustrating and complicated. Amy Davis answers questions about what to do after you’ve been involved in a crash.
Texas named one of the worst states for disaster preparedness | Let’s fix that
You’d think a state like Texas, which has been hard-hit by natural disasters would be more than prepared to take on what comes its way, but a recent survey suggests otherwise. So let's fix that with helpful reminders from KPRC 2.