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A warning and 2 advisories in effect for 5 regions in the area

KPRC 2 presents a special weeklong series on escaping and ending domestic violence

‘It was getting kind of ugly’: Grieving mother remembers daughter who was killed by her husband in murder-suicide

A grieving mother is speaking out after her daughter was killed by her estranged husband. Huntsville police say Tianne Jones was shot and killed by Roy Wasbotten, who took his own life after the shooting on Summer Lane, on March 8.

Woman shoots man during domestic violence incident in Rice Military area of Houston

Investigators say a man and woman got into some sort of altercation and witnesses allegedly reported seeing the man abusing the woman in a complex hallway. Police said the woman eventually pulled out a gun and shot the man in the chest.

Husband arrested, charged after allegedly shooting his wife multiple times in southeast Houston, police say

Do you need help? Free Domestic Violence Resources

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.

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: Tow-A-Way domestic violence

Wrecker drivers across the bayou help several victims a month as they’re ‘Breaking Free’ of domestic violence. It happens mostly because wrecker crews are often the first ones a victim will see if they need help.

‘A Call for Change’: Helpline serves Domestic Violence abusers

A duo consisting of two women in Western Massachusetts think the problem requires a more creative solution, and what they have come up with is available to Houstonians.

Breaking Free from Domestic Violence: Staying with an abuser for the sake of pets

The link between domestic violence and hurting animals has long been established, yet services to help survivors escape an abuser with their pets, are limited.

Breaking Free from Domestic Violence: Far too many cases to count in Harris County

Countless cases of domestic violence have turned deadly in the Greater Houston area recently. KPRC 2 wants you to know that help is available to leave these situations before it's too late

Breaking Free: Tow-A-Way domestic violence

Wrecker drivers across the bayou help several victims a month by ‘Breaking Free’ of domestic violence.

Breaking Free: Prosecuting domestic violence cases

Breaking Free: Experts say domestic violence could be the cause of someone becoming homeless

Homelessness. Living on the street. So many things can drive you here; Drug abuse, alcoholism, loss of job, and yes, even domestic violence.

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.

Breaking Free: Helping African Americans de-stigmatize abuse, learn to ask the right questions

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Breaking Free: The push to de-stigmatize domestic abuse in Houston’s South Asian community

In the South Asian community, there is so much silence around being abused. While some of it has to do with a person’s immigration status, women of south Asian descent often don’t come forward to report the abuse because they’re worried about how sharing their story would impact their family and their community.

Breaking Free: 3 women die in same week after jumping, exiting moving vehicles during possible domestic disturbances

Breaking Free: Men in abusive relationships

According to a report published by the Texas Council on Family Violence, 35 men were killed statewide by an intimate partner in 2021.

Breaking Free: Some abusers using dating apps as increasingly popular way to meet victims, studies show

In this day and age, many people looking for love turn to dating apps, but sometimes the outcome may not be what was expected. No, we’re not talking about just finding out you’re incompatible. Sometimes, what seems like it could be a fairy tale romance ends up an abusive nightmare.

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 isn’t identifying, the violence came from the people she least expected.

Empowering Survivors: Houston advocates say domestic violence survivors are not just another statistic

KPRC 2 presents “Breaking Free” a weeklong initiative focused on intimate-partner violence, providing resources/support/solutions, and engaging with our community. Panelists include: Amy Smith with the Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council, Angelic Setchell with The Montrose Center, and Christina J. Allen with FamilyTime Counseling.

Protecting survivors of domestic violence

KPRC 2 presents “Breaking Free” a weeklong initiative focused on intimate-partner violence, providing resources/support/solutions, and engaging with our community. Panelists: Amanda Elkanick Oder with the Texas Advocacy Project, Maisha Colter with AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse) and, Harris County Assistant District Attorney Anthony Osso.

Breaking the cycle of domestic violence

KPRC 2 News presents Breaking Free, a weeklong initiative focused on intimate-partner violence, providing resources/support/solutions, and engaging with our community. Panelists: Rachna Khare with Daya, Emilee Whitehurst with the Houston Area Women's Center, Dr. Elizabeth Gregory with the University of Houston, and Jaime Rivera with Catholic Charities.

KPRC 2 News Presents: Breaking Free from Domestic Violence

A KPRC 2 News initiative to highlight domestic violence issues, provide resources, and find solutions.

‘Breaking Free’ from domestic violence - Phone bank

This week, the entire KPRC 2 team is working on ‘Breaking Free’ 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.

Tow truck drivers helping domestic violence victims

Harris County tow truck drivers are helping domestic violence victims through a unique new program. Watch KPRC 2 News Today Friday morning.

KPRC 2 presents a special weeklong series on escaping and ending domestic violence

It’s a dangerous problem that’s 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. This week, KPRC 2 presents “Breaking Free”. 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.

Breaking Free: Southern Smoke Foundation helping domestic violence victims

‘I killed her’: Man sentenced to 25 years after shooting girlfriend in jealous rage, DA says

Roger Wayne Douglas, 51, pleaded guilty to murder after prosecutors said he shot and killed 47-year-old Tanya Melton at his apartment, located in the 2000 block of San Sebastian Court, in the early-morning hours of Aug. 1, 2020.

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’: 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.

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: Ways loved ones can support domestic violence victims

Breaking Free: Helping Abuse Survivors

This week, KPRC 2 presents “Breaking Free”. 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.

Ask Amy: How to get a protective order

This week, KPRC 2 presents ‘Breaking Free’ - a weeklong initiative focused on stopping partner violence. The goal is to provide support, resources, and solutions that can save lives.

Breaking Free: The role of culture in domestic violence

How do our cultural differences impact how we view domestic violence? Andy Cerota is breaking down the differences and similarities.

Breaking Free: Teach young men and boys the skills to prevent abuse

Breaking Free. Ending the cycle with our youth. Keith Garvin looks into how conversations with young men and boys can make a difference.

Ask Amy: Planning Your Escape, Financial and Legal 101

Breaking Free: The state of domestic violence in Texas

Types of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical, economical, and psychological

Ex-boyfriend of Texas woman accused of killing her husband says he had suspicious house fire after break-up

An ex-boyfriend of Sarah Jean Hartsfield, the Chambers County woman who has been married five times and is accused of murdering her most recent husband as well as fatally shooting a past fiancée, tells KPRC 2 their relationship ended in literal flames in 2016.

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