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HISD looks at sweeping security changes following Bellaire shooting death

Houston Independent School District interim superintendent Grenita Lathan discussed several steps being taken to address security on the district’s campuses.

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HISD does not track vaping incidences; area districts vary widely on how they deal with vaping

The Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas, does not track student vaping instances and associated punishments, while area school distr...

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Houston music studio owner surrenders to human trafficking charges after nearly 2 months on the run

The owner of a northwest Houston recording studio surrendered Wednesday on charges of sexual assault of a child, compelling prostitution and human trafficking.

Distracted driving an ‘epidemic,’ HPD commander says

Founded at the intersection of society and technology, texting and driving is a growing challenge for law enforcement.

Once popular Houston shopping destination now riddled with violations

It was once a Houston shopper’s dream. Now, southwest Houston’s Westbury Square is dilapidated and some said a collection of dangerous buildings.

Candidate with same name as opponent concerned voters will be confused on ballot

In the race for Harris County Precinct 2 Constable, one candidate is concerned a fellow candidate with the same name will cause confusion among voters.

Houston History: The first steamboat to travel across Buffalo Bayou and help create Houston’s port

In the early days of Houston’s founding, one little ship paved the way to our city’s portal.

Check out this cool Houston-inspired bar opening in Upper Kirby this week

A new bar is set to open in Houston soon that is inspired by and seeks to honor the Bayou City’s rich and diverse history.

Tell us: What does Black History Month mean to you?

We want to know: What does Black History Month mean to you? Did you talk about it, growing up? Did you attend events? We want to hear, in your words, about your experienc...

Houston History: A look back at the Prudential Building before it was imploded

In 1952, an iconic landmark was constructed on the 1100 block of Holcombe Boulevard.

You’ll never bee-lieve how Philip Emeagwali became ‘Bill Gates of Africa’

Philip Emeagwali looked at honeycomb contructed by bees and saw more than just a way to make honey.

This man helped pave the way for black people in an area some were excluded -- patents

Thomas Jennings might be a forgotten pioneer, but his breakthrough should be forever remembered.

'Brown and black slime found’: Here’s how some Houston restaurants fared this week

KPRC 2′s Bill Spencer made his weekly rounds to restaurants in town to make sure they are keeping up to the health standards in Houston.

‘Roach infestation’: Here’s how some Houston restaurants fared this week

KPRC 2′s Bill Spencer makes his weekly rounds to restaurants in town to make sure they are keeping up to the health standards in Houston.

Rodents and roaches: Arena eatery on the dirty list this week

Rodents, roaches and moths: Here’s how some Houston restaurants fared this week

Bill Spencer takes a look at this week's restaurant inspection reports from the Houston Health Department.

Roaches, flies and rodents: How some Houston restaurants fared this week

KPRC 2's Bill Spencer makes his weekly rounds to restaurants in town to make sure they are keeping up to the health standards in Houston.

Slime, roaches and flies found at some Houston restaurants

KPRC 2's Bill Spencer makes his weekly rounds to restaurants in town to make sure they are keeping up to the health standards in Houston.