Resources to protect yourself from stalking, harassment and domestic violence
As KPRC 2 continues to follow the investigations into two recent shooting deaths involving female college students, we are checking in with local resources that specialize in issues related to stalking, harassment and domestic violence.
After Hurricane Beryl, why was there an uptick in domestic violence cases in Houston?
Hurricane Beryl not only damaged homes and knocked out power for many in the Houston area, but it also fostered unsafe situations at home.
Breaking Free: Co-parenting with an abuser
KPRC 2 is dedicated to providing resources for those experiencing domestic or intimate partner violence. We recognize that breaking free from such trauma is challenging. However, what happens when survivors must co-parent with their abusers due to a court order after breaking free?
3 signs that your teenager may be in an unhealthy relationship
Check out these three signs that can help you recognize if your child is in an unhealthy relationship. It's important to be aware and have open conversations with your children about dating.
Do you or a loved one need help? Free domestic violence resources in the Houston area
Are you in a dangerous relationship and need help? Do you know someone who needs help? In part of our effort to help people in the community, our team put together a list of groups in our area that can help victims of domestic violence.
Survivors of domestic violence concerned as funding cuts threaten access to critical support
Proposed federal budget cuts of over 30% are threatening the vital support that domestic violence groups provide to survivors.
โShe was my lifeโ: Mother of Houston woman killed in murder-suicide raises alarm on domestic violence
A mother of three was brutally murdered by her husband in their Southwest Houston home in an apparent murder-suicide.
Man kills his wife before turning gun on himself in apparent murder-suicide on Christmas
Authorities are investigating an apparent murder-suicide in southwest Houston where they said a man killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself on Christmas Day.
Man charged after wife found shot to death, their 3 kids severely beaten at southeast Houston home
A woman is now dead after a man reportedly killed her and caused blunt-force trauma to her three small children in southeast Houston.
Hereโs how you can use your cell phone, other smart devices to keep you safe
If you find yourself in the middle of a dire emergency, like a kidnapping or a car crash, itโll be too late to try and set up your safety features on your smart devices.
Signs of domestic violence in your college-aged kidโs dating life that you may be missing
In an effort to help victims, KPRC 2 News created a series, โBreaking Free,โ reporting on domestic-related violence and its horrific consequences. The series showcased various stories of survival, heartache, and some even ending in death, but each shared a list of free domestic violence resources on how to get help.
Domestic violence and college students: These Houston-area universities, schools provide resources for victims
KPRC 2 reached out to several Houston-area colleges and universities to find out the resources they provide to students who are experiencing domestic violence and abuse in their relationships.
Is someone you love in an abusive relationship? Here are some safe ways to help them get out
Did you know that about one in four women and nearly one in 10 men have experienced sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime?
10-year-old allegedly stabs man who assaulted her mother in north Harris County, authorities say
An investigation is underway after a 10-year-old girl stabbed a man who intervened when he reportedly assaulted their mother, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Families to Freedom in need of drivers to help domestic violence victims and survivors
Families to Freedom was created to help women who cannot get into a shelter, because it may be over capacity. The drivers help them find a safe place to go even if its outside of Houston. Organizers said without drivers, thereโs many domestic violence victims whom are unable to get away from their abusers.
Family of woman murdered outside of Trinity Gardens home holds prayer vigil, asking for suspectโs bond to be revoked
On Tuesday night, dozens of candles lit up the area outside of a home in Trinity Gardens, where a woman was shot dead last Thursday.
Woman allegedly tells HPD officers she shot man because she was โtired of being assaultedโ
Charges have been filed against a woman who allegedly claimed that she shot a man Friday because he was abusing her.
HPD officer officially terminated after admitting to shooting wife in face with rifle
A former Houston police officer who admitted to shooting his wife in the face with a rifle has officially been terminated from his job.
โWhatโs Love Got to Do With It?โ: Tina Turner became epitome of โBreaking Freeโ role model for domestic abuse survivors
Fans around the world are mourning after it was announced that legendary artist โTina Turnerโ died Tuesday at the age of 83. The woman, who dominated as both an R&B showstopper and the โQueen of Rock nโ Roll,โ was a pillar of strength for domestic violence victims.
Denim Day is Wednesday: Show us your jean outfits as you stand with survivors of sexual assault
People are invited to wear jeans on Wednesday for Denim Day during Sexual Assault Awareness month.
Am I in an abusive relationship? This app will answer your question and provide help
Bright Sky App is said to be the first American app to offer free and discrete resources for victims of domestic violence.
Live phone bank: KPRC, Houston Area Womenโs Center taking calls about domestic violence, human trafficking
KPRC 2 and our community partners at Energy Transfer and Houston Christian University are proud to host a phone bank with volunteers from Houston Area Womenโs Center today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Breaking Free: Transgender people are nearly twice as likely to experience intimate partner violence
Stories of violence against transgender people in Houston are not uncommon but for a transgender woman, who KPRC 2 isnโt identifying, the violence came from the people she least expected.
โBreaking Freeโ phone bank: Call with your questions
This week, the entire KPRC 2 team is working on โBreaking Freeโ to help domestic and partner abuse survivors. Our goal is to provide resources, support and solutions to help people in our community. We have a panel of experts ready right now to answer your questions. You can call 713-778-8920 to talk with a domestic violence expert.
Breaking Free: Prosecuting domestic violence cases
For many domestic violence survivors, the decision to move forward with prosecuting their attacker can be daunting and painful. This is why advocates encourage survivors to seek help when navigating the criminal justice system.
Breaking Free - What is emotional and psychological abuse?
Breaking Free from domestic violence is not easy for many victims. While some look for physical violence, emotional and verbal abuse can be more debilitating to them.
Breaking Free: Children falling prey to sextortion
Jennifer and David McDaniel say their 14-year-old son, Evan, met someone online, recorded a compromising video of himself and shared it with who he thought was a girl. Only it wasnโt and they wanted money, or they would share the pictures.
Domestic abusers using high tech to find their victims
Can you imagine, you get into your car and drive home and all the while someone is tracking you, able to follow you wherever you go, using a cheap, tiny device no bigger than a quarter?
Breaking Free: Domestic violence in the LGBTQ community
Domestic violence has no boundaries or barriers. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or sexual orientation; but much of the domestic violence awareness movement focuses on solely heterosexual relationships. Members of the LGBTQ community say they do not feel seen or heard.
โBreaking Freeโ: What you need for planning your escape
Many times if you or a loved one is planning to get out of a dangerous relationship, there are financial and legal aspects you need to know about. Learn more about what someone needs to do to prepare legal and other documents before an escape.
Breaking Free: Helping African Americans de-stigmatize abuse, learn to ask the right questions
A survivor of domestic abuse, Dr. Conti Terrell started Fresh Spirit Wellness in 1997 after realizing there was a different type of dynamic for African American women who are dealing with it. She discovered that certain conversations that needed to happen were not taking place and many fears that these women had were not being addressed.
Breaking Free: Officials seeing increase in domestic violence among senior couples
Intimate partner violence involving couples in their golden years is something that even law enforcement doesnโt expect when they arrive to domestic violence emergencies.
Breaking Free: How to recognize the signs of teen dating violence
February is teen dating violence awareness month and as part of our Breaking Free series, KPRC 2 is shedding light on intimate partner violence and how you can recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship.
Breaking Free: Empowering survivors of domestic violence in Texas
KPRC 2 Presentโs โBreaking Freeโ a weeklong initiative focused on intimate-partner violence, providing resources/support/solutions for our community.
KPRC 2 presents a special weeklong series on escaping and ending domestic violence
Itโs a dangerous problem thatโs often hidden from public view until it becomes deadly. Domestic violence caused by an intimate partner can leave victims feeling vulnerable and trapped. But help exists. Next week, KPRC 2 presents โBreaking Freeโ. We are partnering with law enforcement and agencies across our area to bring you a weeklong series focused on stopping partner violence. The goal is to provide support, resources, and solutions that can save lives.