Hot Oil, Hammer, Homicide: Little Saigon bar employee killed on the job, suspect charged in gruesome capital murder
Read full article: Hot Oil, Hammer, Homicide: Little Saigon bar employee killed on the job, suspect charged in gruesome capital murderA 47-year-old man has been charged with capital murder in the death of an employee at Tropical Tea, a karaoke bar in the Little Saigon neighborhood.
Can you use your phone at a red light in Texas? Here’s what state law says
Read full article: Can you use your phone at a red light in Texas? Here’s what state law saysIf you’re stopped at a red light in Texas and tempted to check a text, scroll social media, or answer a message, you could still be breaking the law.
Texas ranks No. 33 in US for senior fraud and scam reports, study finds
Read full article: Texas ranks No. 33 in US for senior fraud and scam reports, study findsAs Senior Fraud Awareness Day approaches on Friday, a new study shows Texas ranks in the middle of the pack when it comes to scams targeting older adults.
Texas AG finds over 100 cities out of compliance with audit and transparency requirement; bars property tax hikes
Read full article: Texas AG finds over 100 cities out of compliance with audit and transparency requirement; bars property tax hikesTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent letters to over 130 cities, including multiple cities in Southeast Texas, notifying them that they are prohibited from raising ad valorem taxes above the no-new-revenue tax rate.
11-year-old girl riding bicycle to school in Clute dies after colliding with pickup truck
Read full article: 11-year-old girl riding bicycle to school in Clute dies after colliding with pickup truckPolice in Clute said a 11-year-old girl riding her bike to school died after colliding with a pickup truck Thursday morning.
Catalytic converter theft suspect caught after wild chase by car, scooter and swim through Houston bayou
Read full article: Catalytic converter theft suspect caught after wild chase by car, scooter and swim through Houston bayouA suspected catalytic converter thief is in custody after what Houston police described as a chaotic pursuit involving a vehicle chase, an electric scooter, a foot chase and even a swim through Little White Oak Bayou.
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.
Houston Police Department unveils real-time translation tool ahead of FIFA World Cup
Read full article: Houston Police Department unveils real-time translation tool ahead of FIFA World CupAs Houston prepares to welcome thousands of international visitors for the FIFA World Cup, the Houston Police Department is launching a new real-time translation system designed to break down language barriers during emergencies, traffic stops, and major public events.
Brazoria County attorney ordered to apologize after contempt finding over racial slur in custody trial
Read full article: Brazoria County attorney ordered to apologize after contempt finding over racial slur in custody trialA Brazoria County attorney was held in contempt after a judge said he repeatedly used a racial slur “in a derisive manner” during a custody trial. Court records show the attorney must submit written apologies or face jail time and a fine.
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.
Houston violent crime was already trending down before Texas Repeat Offender Task Force launched, data shows
Read full article: Houston violent crime was already trending down before Texas Repeat Offender Task Force launched, data showsGovernor Greg Abbott is expanding the Texas Repeat Offender Task Force statewide after first launching the operation in the Houston area last year.
Texas ranks No. 33 in US for senior fraud and scam reports, study finds
Read full article: Texas ranks No. 33 in US for senior fraud and scam reports, study findsAs Senior Fraud Awareness Day approaches on Friday, a new study shows Texas ranks in the middle of the pack when it comes to scams targeting older adults.
Catalytic converter theft suspect caught after wild chase by car, scooter and swim through Houston bayou
Read full article: Catalytic converter theft suspect caught after wild chase by car, scooter and swim through Houston bayouA suspected catalytic converter thief is in custody after what Houston police described as a chaotic pursuit involving a vehicle chase, an electric scooter, a foot chase and even a swim through Little White Oak Bayou.
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.
Man arrested, charged in stabbing, robbery of Houston Methodist employee in TMC parking garage
Read full article: Man arrested, charged in stabbing, robbery of Houston Methodist employee in TMC parking garagePerry Green, 46, was arrested and charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated robbery after allegedly stabbing and robbing a Houston Methodist employee in a Texas Medical Center parking garage.
Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and traffic
Read full article: Houston Texans’ new Toro District project raises big questions about public money and trafficThe Houston Texans’ planned Toro District in Bridgeland raises questions about taxpayer funding, traffic and infrastructure costs
He oversaw millions in questionable Houston Housing Authority spending— then got another housing job
Read full article: He oversaw millions in questionable Houston Housing Authority spending— then got another housing jobA KPRC 2 investigation found the man in charge of that money — Houston Housing Authority President and CEO David Northern — spent millions of federal dollars on expenses that had nothing to do with helping families.
How to check if wrong water meter was installed at your Houston home
Read full article: How to check if wrong water meter was installed at your Houston homeHouston Public Works installed the wrong water meters at 637 homes — and most customers had no idea why their bills were so high. Following a KPRC 2 investigation into the city’s water meter mix-up, viewers had this question: How do I check my own meter?
Houston wrong-meter investigation Q&A: How refunds work and how to check your address
Read full article: Houston wrong-meter investigation Q&A: How refunds work and how to check your addressMany of you watched the full KPRC 2 Investigates report on Houston Public Works installing the wrong water meter equipment at hundreds of addresses — and you asked what happens next.
Check your address: Houston Public Works admits meter mix-up led to years of inaccurate water bills
Read full article: Check your address: Houston Public Works admits meter mix-up led to years of inaccurate water billsDuring a major push in 2024 to replace approximately 125,000 aging water meters and install remote-reading devices, Houston Public Works accidentally installed the wrong meters at hundreds of homes.
‘Our kids are not second-class citizens’: Parents erupt over HISD special education overhaul at board meeting
Read full article: ‘Our kids are not second-class citizens’: Parents erupt over HISD special education overhaul at board meetingParents packed the HISD board meeting Thursday night to protest the district’s proposed special education restructuring plan, with some families saying the changes could uproot students with disabilities from schools where they finally feel safe and supported. Two parents were escorted out as emotions boiled over during public comment.
Justice Department accuses Yale medical school of illegally using race in admissions
Read full article: Justice Department accuses Yale medical school of illegally using race in admissionsThe Justice Department is accusing Yale University of illegally considering race in its medical school admissions.
Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardization
Read full article: Princess of Wales' Italy visit highlights progressive preschool approach that shuns standardizationThe Princess of Wales’ visit to Italy highlights the Reggio Approach, an educational model that values a child’s curiosity and potential.
Some parents don't want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back
Read full article: Some parents don't want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing backParents across the country who are worried about excessive screen time in schools are lobbying educators to go back to pencils and paper.
A Philadelphia golf course seeks to reclaim its status as a force for opportunity and inclusion
Read full article: A Philadelphia golf course seeks to reclaim its status as a force for opportunity and inclusionThe Philadelphia region is rich in golf history, yet the area's greatest contribution to the game may have come from public course in West Philadelphia.
TEA investigating complaints tied to HISD special education changes
Read full article: TEA investigating complaints tied to HISD special education changesThe Texas Education Agency says it is investigating multiple complaints tied to HISD’s special education plan for the 2026-27 school year.
Federal judge halts Texas immigration law the day before it was set to take effect
Read full article: Federal judge halts Texas immigration law the day before it was set to take effectA U.S. judge on Thursday granted a preliminary injunction against sections of Senate Bill 4, which would have allowed local police to arrest suspected illegal border crossers.
For Texas GOP, immigration politics show signs of fading potency
Read full article: For Texas GOP, immigration politics show signs of fading potencyTexas voters have listed immigration and border security among their top issues for years, but recent polling found they are less of a priority than at any point in recent history.
Big Bend border wall plans canceled for national park after backlash, Border Patrol commissioner says
Read full article: Big Bend border wall plans canceled for national park after backlash, Border Patrol commissioner saysTexans across the political spectrum opposed wall construction in the national park. Now the agency’s plans include roadways and digital surveillance to monitor the rugged region.
More green, less steel: Laredo proposes alternative border fencing for Rio Grande waterfront
Read full article: More green, less steel: Laredo proposes alternative border fencing for Rio Grande waterfrontLaredo is working with federal officials to minimize the disruptions a potential wall could pose.
West Texas residents sue Trump administration over Big Bend border wall plans
Read full article: West Texas residents sue Trump administration over Big Bend border wall plansThe lawsuit says the Trump administration illegally waived environmental laws to speed up the process to build border barriers in the Big Bend area.
A Venezuelan family followed the rules to enter the U.S. After being arrested and detained for a month, they’re leaving.
Read full article: A Venezuelan family followed the rules to enter the U.S. After being arrested and detained for a month, they’re leaving.Like thousands of other migrants, the family entered under the Biden administration’s rules in 2024. With Trump in office, they were locked up in Texas before deciding to abandon asylum.
A border wall through Big Bend appears to be on hold after public outcry, but questions remain
Read full article: A border wall through Big Bend appears to be on hold after public outcry, but questions remainWhile the federal government hasn’t made a public statement about its plans, official maps show a “virtual wall” going through the region rather than a physical barrier.
Houston Museum of Natural Science hosts ‘Freedom Plane’ tour of founding documents
Read full article: Houston Museum of Natural Science hosts ‘Freedom Plane’ tour of founding documentsA once-in-a-lifetime exhibition brings America’s founding documents to Houston. Visit HMNS May 8–25 to experience the Freedom Plane National Tour.
A spring escape just outside Houston: wildflowers, western heritage, and a Mother’s Day to remember at The George Ranch
Read full article: A spring escape just outside Houston: wildflowers, western heritage, and a Mother’s Day to remember at The George RanchIf you’re craving a spring reset without straying too far from the city, there’s a place just outside Houston where time slows down, wildflowers stretch toward the horizon, and Texas history feels vividly alive. Welcome to The George Ranch.
Apollo 13 anniversary: NASA remembers ‘Houston, we’ve had a problem’
Read full article: Apollo 13 anniversary: NASA remembers ‘Houston, we’ve had a problem’With the spacecraft crippled and more than 210,000 miles from Earth, flight directors and engineers in Houston, led by Eugene F. Kranz, worked tirelessly with astronauts Jim Lovell, Jack Swigert, and Fred Haise to ensure their safe return, ultimately turning a potential tragedy into a "successful failure."
Texas education board advances new social studies curriculum, sparking debate over religion and race
Read full article: Texas education board advances new social studies curriculum, sparking debate over religion and raceTexas education leaders have approved a draft of new social studies standards, sparking debate over the role of religion, race, and how history should be taught in classrooms across the state.
Texas reviewing what students learn about history, slavery, and religion in major curriculum rewrite
Read full article: Texas reviewing what students learn about history, slavery, and religion in major curriculum rewriteTexas leaders are reviewing new social studies standards that could change how students learn about history, slavery, and religion, and not everyone agrees.
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Coffee may hold the key to slowing aging, Texas A&M researchers say
Read full article: Coffee may hold the key to slowing aging, Texas A&M researchers sayA new study from researchers at Texas A&M University suggests coffee may do more than give people a morning energy boost, it could help slow aging and protect against chronic disease.
People camp outside Houston Galleria for limited Swatch, Audemars Piguet watch release
Read full article: People camp outside Houston Galleria for limited Swatch, Audemars Piguet watch releasePeople are already lining up outside the Houston Galleria ahead of a highly anticipated luxury watch collaboration set to release Saturday.
Man arrested, charged in stabbing, robbery of Houston Methodist employee in TMC parking garage
Read full article: Man arrested, charged in stabbing, robbery of Houston Methodist employee in TMC parking garagePerry Green, 46, was arrested and charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated robbery after allegedly stabbing and robbing a Houston Methodist employee in a Texas Medical Center parking garage.
Gov. Abbott expands Texas Repeat Offender Task Force to Dallas, Austin, San Antonio
Read full article: Gov. Abbott expands Texas Repeat Offender Task Force to Dallas, Austin, San AntonioGov. Greg Abbott is expanding a state law enforcement effort targeting repeat violent offenders, directing the Texas Department of Public Safety to grow its “Texas Repeat Offender Task Force” beyond Houston to additional major metro areas.
‘Historic day’: WNBA approves Connecticut Sun move to Houston ahead of 2027 season, reviving Houston Comets franchise
Read full article: ‘Historic day’: WNBA approves Connecticut Sun move to Houston ahead of 2027 season, reviving Houston Comets franchiseThe WNBA announced Wednesday that WNBA and NBA owners unanimously approved the sale of the Connecticut Sun and the team’s relocation to Houston ahead of the 2027 season.
Homeless man shot, killed by homeowner after trespassing in NE Houston neighborhood
Read full article: Homeless man shot, killed by homeowner after trespassing in NE Houston neighborhoodA homeless man is dead after a homeowner shot him during a confrontation in a northeast Houston neighborhood Wednesday, according to police.
Woman stabs married couple during violent rampage outside SE Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Woman stabs married couple during violent rampage outside SE Houston apartment complexTwo people were stabbed, and several others narrowly escaped after a woman allegedly went on a violent rampage Wednesday night at an apartment complex in southeast Houston, according to police.
Mother remembers 22-year-old woman found dead inside Cypress Station apartment as kind, giving
Read full article: Mother remembers 22-year-old woman found dead inside Cypress Station apartment as kind, givingAuthorities say 22-year-old Kaitlyn Graves was found dead inside her Cypress Station apartment after family members requested a welfare check.
FBI previews World Cup security hub in Houston: Drones, cyber threats and real-time intel sharing
Read full article: FBI previews World Cup security hub in Houston: Drones, cyber threats and real-time intel sharingWith just weeks until World Cup matches arrive in Houston, the FBI in Houston says security planning has been underway for more than a year — and a key part of that plan is a centralized command post where federal, state and local agencies will work side by side.
Deadline approaching for Texas homeowners to protest property values and potentially lower tax bills
Read full article: Deadline approaching for Texas homeowners to protest property values and potentially lower tax billsTime is running out to challenge your property tax bill, and the savings could be significant.
Could hantavirus become another pandemic? Texas Children’s Hospital doctor answers internet’s biggest questions
Read full article: Could hantavirus become another pandemic? Texas Children’s Hospital doctor answers internet’s biggest questionsAs questions about hantavirus continue circulating online, KPRC 2 took some of the internet’s most common concerns to Dr. Sheldon Kaplan, who said he has worked in infectious diseases at Texas Children’s Hospital for 50 years.
Abandoned Houston eyesore finally getting cleared after 16 complaints since 2022; 2 Helps You getting action from city
Read full article: Abandoned Houston eyesore finally getting cleared after 16 complaints since 2022; 2 Helps You getting action from cityResidents told us they are concerned about squatters, illegal activity and illegal dumping.
Trump Interstate? Cornyn proposes renaming U.S. Highway 287 as Interstate 47
Read full article: Trump Interstate? Cornyn proposes renaming U.S. Highway 287 as Interstate 47Texas Senator John Cornyn is proposing a major highway change that would honor President Donald Trump while reshaping one of the nation’s longest roadways.
Confusing THC Vape laws don’t change the health risks for teens, experts warn
Read full article: Confusing THC Vape laws don’t change the health risks for teens, experts warnTHC vape pens are becoming harder for parents and teachers to recognize. Some devices are designed to look like USB drives, highlighters, or other everyday electronics — making them easy for teens to hide. Now, with changing policies surrounding THC products in Texas, experts worry some teenagers may wrongly assume vaping THC is harmless.
Deadline approaching for Texas homeowners to protest property values and potentially lower tax bills
Read full article: Deadline approaching for Texas homeowners to protest property values and potentially lower tax billsTime is running out to challenge your property tax bill, and the savings could be significant.
Council Member Edward Pollard pushes Houston campaign finance changes, citing Supreme Court
Read full article: Council Member Edward Pollard pushes Houston campaign finance changes, citing Supreme CourtA Houston proposal to eliminate campaign loan repayment caps sparked debate over ethics, wealthy candidates, and constitutional law before being referred to the council’s Ethics Committee.
HPD responds to reported threat at YES Prep Northline, increased police presence on campus
Read full article: HPD responds to reported threat at YES Prep Northline, increased police presence on campusHouston police responded to YES Prep Northline on Wednesday afternoon after receiving a call referencing a possible threat, according to the Houston Police Department.
What is Saharan Dust? How it travels to Texas and impacts hurricanes, air quality, sunsets and the whales
Read full article: What is Saharan Dust? How it travels to Texas and impacts hurricanes, air quality, sunsets and the whalesSaharan dust travels thousands of miles across the Atlantic, influencing hurricanes, air quality, sunsets, and marine ecosystems.
Waymo expands Houston robotaxi service area ahead of FIFA World Cup events
Read full article: Waymo expands Houston robotaxi service area ahead of FIFA World Cup eventsWaymo is expanding its autonomous ride-hailing service in Houston, growing its coverage area to nearly 50 square miles and adding several major destinations across the city.
Small plane crashes near Conroe airport; passengers walk away unharmed
Read full article: Small plane crashes near Conroe airport; passengers walk away unharmedA small single-engine aircraft crashed near the south end of Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport shortly after noon Wednesday, prompting a rapid emergency response from airport rescue crews, fire officials said.
Sealed records signal possible shakeup for accused killer Lee Gilley's defense team as extradition decision looms
Read full article: Sealed records signal possible shakeup for accused killer Lee Gilley's defense team as extradition decision loomsNew court records filed Wednesday in Harris County appear to indicate at least two of Lee Gilley’s three U.S. defense attorneys are seeking to withdraw from the case.
He oversaw millions in questionable Houston Housing Authority spending— then got another housing job
Read full article: He oversaw millions in questionable Houston Housing Authority spending— then got another housing jobA KPRC 2 investigation found the man in charge of that money — Houston Housing Authority President and CEO David Northern — spent millions of federal dollars on expenses that had nothing to do with helping families.
8th Wonder Brewery says landlord is trying to push them out ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston
Read full article: 8th Wonder Brewery says landlord is trying to push them out ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup in HoustonHouston’s 8th Wonder Brewery is accusing its landlord of trying to push the company out of its longtime East Downtown property as the value of nearby land surges ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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.
Houston Texans set to return to London to play against Jacksonville Jaguars as part of the 2026 NFL Season
Read full article: Houston Texans set to return to London to play against Jacksonville Jaguars as part of the 2026 NFL SeasonThe NFL has announced its international game lineup for the 2026 season, and the Houston Texans are heading back to London for the second time in franchise history and will face their AFC South rival, Jacksonville.
How to check if wrong water meter was installed at your Houston home
Read full article: How to check if wrong water meter was installed at your Houston homeHouston Public Works installed the wrong water meters at 637 homes — and most customers had no idea why their bills were so high. Following a KPRC 2 investigation into the city’s water meter mix-up, viewers had this question: How do I check my own meter?