Family demands answers after woman’s body found in stranger’s apartment, HPD reopens case
Read full article: Family demands answers after woman’s body found in stranger’s apartment, HPD reopens caseA Houston family is speaking out months after discovering their loved one’s body was found inside a stranger’s apartment — and KPRC 2 News has learned the case, which was previously closed, is now back under investigation.
Argument between teenagers escalates to shooting outside Third Ward Burger King; 17-year-old suspect in custody
Read full article: Argument between teenagers escalates to shooting outside Third Ward Burger King; 17-year-old suspect in custodyHouston police say a 17-year-old is in custody after two other teenagers were shot during an argument outside a Burger King restaurant in the Third Ward Friday.
Houston hoteliers say World Cup bookings trailing rodeo occupancy numbers
Read full article: Houston hoteliers say World Cup bookings trailing rodeo occupancy numbersHouston hoteliers anticipated a tourism gold rush when the city landed FIFA World Cup matches, rooms sold out months in advance, premium rates, and visitors flooding in from across the globe.
Tomball restaurant manager gets 6 year prison sentence for fentanyl death of coworker
Read full article: Tomball restaurant manager gets 6 year prison sentence for fentanyl death of coworkerThe Tomball restaurant manager accused of killing his coworker by giving her a fatal bump of fentanyl in August 2024 has been sentenced to six years in prison.
Houston water safety experts urge parents to stay vigilant around swimming areas this summer
Read full article: Houston water safety experts urge parents to stay vigilant around swimming areas this summerAs summer temperatures rise across Houston, many families are heading to pools and splash pads to cool off. But water safety experts warn that drowning can happen in seconds — often silently and without warning.
Man with knife shot, killed after charging METRO officers at southeast Houston bus stop, agency says
Read full article: Man with knife shot, killed after charging METRO officers at southeast Houston bus stop, agency saysA man holding a knife at a southeast Houston bus stop was shot and killed by METRO officers after he charged at them, according to the agency.
Houston Weekend Weather Forecast: Humidity, Strawberries, Baseball and Jeep Week
Read full article: Houston Weekend Weather Forecast: Humidity, Strawberries, Baseball and Jeep WeekHouston weekend weather forecast May 16-17, 2026: Triple-digit feels-like heat for Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Rangers vs Astros, and Jeep Weekend on Bolivar. Stay hydrated, check traffic and beat the humidity.
Texans’ Woody Marks sees a ‘bigger, stronger, faster’ C.J. Stroud, building strong bond, tandem with David Montgomery
Read full article: Texans’ Woody Marks sees a ‘bigger, stronger, faster’ C.J. Stroud, building strong bond, tandem with David MontgomeryTexans running back Woody Marks is excited about the upcoming season, and his Sunday charity bowling event at Lucky Strike in Houston
‘Eat Like a Local’ finds top Houston area spots for dumplings, kebabs, and Yemeni-Mexican Pastries
Read full article: ‘Eat Like a Local’ finds top Houston area spots for dumplings, kebabs, and Yemeni-Mexican PastriesIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd heads off the beaten path to find some of Houston’s best dishes tucked inside gas stations, strip plazas and places you’ve passed by a dozen times without stopping. So slow down and take a look as Chris uncovers some of the best bites hidden in plain sight. This episode took us across Houston for three very different experiences — a deeply comforting Turkish feast, expertly crafted hand-made dumplings, and a bakery blending Yemeni and Mexican flavors into something uniquely Houston.
Houston Weekend Weather Forecast: Humidity, Strawberries, Baseball and Jeep Week
Read full article: Houston Weekend Weather Forecast: Humidity, Strawberries, Baseball and Jeep WeekHouston weekend weather forecast May 16-17, 2026: Triple-digit feels-like heat for Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Rangers vs Astros, and Jeep Weekend on Bolivar. Stay hydrated, check traffic and beat the humidity.
SWAT standoff at Santa Fe apartment ends with suspect in custody; man allegedly fired gun at girlfriend
Read full article: SWAT standoff at Santa Fe apartment ends with suspect in custody; man allegedly fired gun at girlfriendThe incident started around 10:45 a.m. and is happening at a complex off 11th Street.
Memorial Day in Houston and the weather. Here’s what we can honestly tell you right now
Read full article: Memorial Day in Houston and the weather. Here’s what we can honestly tell you right nowMemorial Day 2026 weather outlook & history. Honor our fallen heroes while planning for the holiday - climatology, rain impact on sales, beach trip, plus Galveston Island visitor info.
DPS troopers arrive early on Bolivar Peninsula ahead of Jeep Weekend 2026
Read full article: DPS troopers arrive early on Bolivar Peninsula ahead of Jeep Weekend 2026After years of violence — including a deadly shooting in 2024 — authorities say this year’s enforcement effort is serious, visible and already underway.
Texas’ legendary 1877 tall ship ELISSA joins Sail250 voyage to New York Harbor
Read full article: Texas’ legendary 1877 tall ship ELISSA joins Sail250 voyage to New York HarborThe legendary 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA is setting sail on a historic journey from Galveston to New York Harbor for Sail 250, the international celebration marking America’s 250th anniversary. As the Official Tall Ship of Texas, ELISSA will join the world’s largest gathering of tall ships and military vessels while representing Galveston’s rich maritime history on a global stage. Built in Scotland in 1877, ELISSA is one of the few authentic 19th-century tall ships still actively sailing today. The National Historic Landmark will travel more than 2,500 miles with stops in Pensacola, Savannah, Yorktown, Portsmouth, New York City, and Boston. We’re talking about the ship’s incredible history, the volunteers keeping her seaworthy, and how this living piece of history continues to connect generations through maritime storytelling.
Former Katy ISD paraprofessional accused of sexually assaulting 13-year-old student
Read full article: Former Katy ISD paraprofessional accused of sexually assaulting 13-year-old studentA newly obtained search warrant reveals disturbing allegations against a former Katy ISD employee accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old student and communicating with the child through social media.
The sinking suburbs: Parts of Katy have sunk more than a foot since 2007
Read full article: The sinking suburbs: Parts of Katy have sunk more than a foot since 2007Parts of the Katy area have sunk about 14 inches since 2007, according to new data from the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District, which says some of Houston’s fastest-growing suburbs are continuing to slowly sink as groundwater pumping persists.
Neil deGrasse Tyson takes on aliens and how we should greet them in 'Take Me to Your Leader'
Read full article: Neil deGrasse Tyson takes on aliens and how we should greet them in 'Take Me to Your Leader'Neil deGrasse Tyson has turned his lifelong fascination with aliens into a new book, “Take Me to Your Leader: Perspectives on Your First Alien Encounter.”.
Katy mother charged in deaths of 2 toddlers found in pool with cocaine in systems
Read full article: Katy mother charged in deaths of 2 toddlers found in pool with cocaine in systemsTwo Katy-area toddlers who reportedly drowned in a backyard pool earlier this year had cocaine in their systems at the time of their deaths, according to an update Monday from Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
It’s happened again — tanker truck strikes Houston Avenue bridge on Katy Freeway
Read full article: It’s happened again — tanker truck strikes Houston Avenue bridge on Katy FreewayDrivers along the Katy Freeway are dealing with another major disruption after a tractor trailer struck the Houston Avenue bridge once again.
GOLF: Stewart Cink has used his failures on the PGA Champions Tour to fuel his four-win season ahead of the Insperity Invitational
Read full article: GOLF: Stewart Cink has used his failures on the PGA Champions Tour to fuel his four-win season ahead of the Insperity InvitationalComing off a dominant victory at the Regions Tradition tournament last weekend, PGA Champions Tour golfer Stewart Cink is coming into this weekend’s Insperity Invitational having won four tournaments so far this season.
Country superstar Parker McCollum surprises nurses ahead of National Nurses Week
Read full article: Country superstar Parker McCollum surprises nurses ahead of National Nurses WeekOur hometown country star Parker McCollum made an unexpected visit to personally thank frontline healthcare workers for all they do.
Who is Tyren Montgomery? Titans new rookie receiver from The Woodlands traveled unique path to NFL
Read full article: Who is Tyren Montgomery? Titans new rookie receiver from The Woodlands traveled unique path to NFLWoodlands College Park graduate and former high school basketball player signed an undrafted contract with the Tennessee Titans
GOLF: The Woodlands native, Stacy Lewis, is playing her final tournament while pregnant with her second child
Read full article: GOLF: The Woodlands native, Stacy Lewis, is playing her final tournament while pregnant with her second childLewis’ husband and Texas A&M Women’s Golf Head Coach, Gerrod Chadwell, will be her caddie for the Chevron Championship.
Female athlete dies in drowning during swim portion of IRONMAN Texas triathlon in The Woodlands
Read full article: Female athlete dies in drowning during swim portion of IRONMAN Texas triathlon in The WoodlandsA participant in the IRONMAN Texas triathlon died during the swim portion of the race in The Woodlands after going missing in Lake Woodlands near Northshore Park.
Former CFO of company in Montgomery County arrested, charged in multi-million dollar embezzlement scheme
Read full article: Former CFO of company in Montgomery County arrested, charged in multi-million dollar embezzlement schemeThe former Chief Financial Officer of a company headquartered in The Woodlands has been arrested, accused of embezzling millions of dollars in company funds and using them for personal expenses.
The Future of noninvasive wellness is in Sugar Land
Read full article: The Future of noninvasive wellness is in Sugar LandAt Oasis Aesthetics & Wellness in Sugar Land, the future of wellness is increasingly holistic — blending advanced aesthetic technology with treatments designed to support not only how patients look, but how they feel.
Industrial worker killed in reported ‘heavy machinery’ accident in Sugar Land
Read full article: Industrial worker killed in reported ‘heavy machinery’ accident in Sugar LandOne person has died following a reported accident at an industrial property in Sugar Land, according to initial information from authorities.
$20M state grant to fuel semiconductor expansion in Sugar Land, create 500 jobs
Read full article: $20M state grant to fuel semiconductor expansion in Sugar Land, create 500 jobsGov. Greg Abbott announced a $20.8 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund to Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. to expand its manufacturing operations in Sugar Land.
Sugar Land police confirm missing 16-year-old girl located safe in Austin
Read full article: Sugar Land police confirm missing 16-year-old girl located safe in AustinSugar Land police confirmed that 16-year-old Evalynn Tann, who was reported missing near Clements High School, has been found safe in Austin.
Houston Weekend Weather Forecast: Humidity, Strawberries, Baseball and Jeep Week
Read full article: Houston Weekend Weather Forecast: Humidity, Strawberries, Baseball and Jeep WeekHouston weekend weather forecast May 16-17, 2026: Triple-digit feels-like heat for Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Rangers vs Astros, and Jeep Weekend on Bolivar. Stay hydrated, check traffic and beat the humidity.
Pasadena ISD considering school closures amid declining enrollment, budget pressures
Read full article: Pasadena ISD considering school closures amid declining enrollment, budget pressuresPasadena ISD has become the latest Houston-area district to consider school closures as falling enrollment and rising costs create budget challenges across Texas public schools.
1 biker killed, teenage biker airlifted after bikes collide with pickup truck in Pasadena
Read full article: 1 biker killed, teenage biker airlifted after bikes collide with pickup truck in PasadenaA deadly crash involving a pickup truck and two riders on small two-wheeled vehicles left one person dead and another seriously injured Monday night in Pasadena.
Pasadena residents may see bright flame, smoke and hear ‘rumbling noise’ at chemical plant. Here’s why
Read full article: Pasadena residents may see bright flame, smoke and hear ‘rumbling noise’ at chemical plant. Here’s whyPasadena residents may noticed a bright flame, smoke or a “rumbling noise” coming from a Bayport-area chemical plant Wednesday afternoon, according to LyondellBasell.
‘I need to live long enough to see it replaced’: Stolen Kipper Mease statue replaced at Pasadena park
Read full article: ‘I need to live long enough to see it replaced’: Stolen Kipper Mease statue replaced at Pasadena parkA new bronze statue honoring Kipper Mease has been unveiled in Pasadena more than a year after the original memorial was stolen from Kipper Mease Sports Complex.
KPRC 2 and Rhythm Energy’s Athlete of the Week: Pearland’s Braxton Jones
Read full article: KPRC 2 and Rhythm Energy’s Athlete of the Week: Pearland’s Braxton JonesPearland’s Braxton Jones may only be a sophomore for the Oilers but the dual-sport athlete excelled on the football field in the fall and this past spring helped the baseball team to a 27-win season, 15-1 in district which led to a District Title, and reached the Area Round of the playoffs.
Pearland’s rapid growth brings historic political shift with election of first Black mayor
Read full article: Pearland’s rapid growth brings historic political shift with election of first Black mayorPearland has changed dramatically over the past two decades, growing from a fast-developing suburb into one of the most diverse cities in the Houston area.
Pearland mother questions school transportation costs and safety rules
Read full article: Pearland mother questions school transportation costs and safety rulesA Pearland mother says she’s facing a difficult and costly dilemma: pay hundreds of dollars for her son’s school bus transportation—or find another way to get him to school, despite what she believes are unsafe walking conditions.
‘They think they’re invincible’: Reckless teen e-scooter riding prompts Pearland police to sound alarm
Read full article: ‘They think they’re invincible’: Reckless teen e-scooter riding prompts Pearland police to sound alarmPearland police say reckless e-scooter and e-bike riding has become a daily complaint, and far too often, a crash scene.
Which Houston suburbs are best places to retire?
Read full article: Which Houston suburbs are best places to retire?Several Houston-area suburbs have been recognized as some of the best places to retire in the United States, according to a new ranking from U.S. News & World Report. The ranking highlights these communities’ strong balance of affordability, quality healthcare access, and overall quality of life, reflecting a broader trend of retirees seeking comfort and value in suburban settings.
Kingwood HS five-star offensive lineman Kennedy Brown commits to Texas A&M: ‘I’m home, Gig ‘em!’
Read full article: Kingwood HS five-star offensive lineman Kennedy Brown commits to Texas A&M: ‘I’m home, Gig ‘em!’Five-star offensive lineman Kennedy Brown has officially picked his home for college football — and he’s headed to Texas A&M University.
Montgomery County Uber driver arrested, accused of soliciting teenage boys he met during rides
Read full article: Montgomery County Uber driver arrested, accused of soliciting teenage boys he met during ridesA Montgomery County man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he used a rideshare encounter to contact and allegedly solicit minors.
HPD: Son arrested after shooting father in Kingwood neighborhood
Read full article: HPD: Son arrested after shooting father in Kingwood neighborhoodA son was arrested for allegedly shooting his father in the face in Kingwood, Houston. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Tinechester Drive, where the victim was working in his garage and was shot by his son. The suspect initially fled but was later apprehended by Cleveland Police. The motive for the shooting remains unknown.