A Houston man has been charged with felony arson after being accused of starting the fire that burned down an abandoned church Monday.
The fire was first reported to KPRC 2 by a caller at around 1 p.m. Monday. The impacted building is located in the 6500 block of the North Freeway.
Memorial service for Firefighter Brandy Allinience, who passed away Dec. 16 after battling cancer linked to her firefighting career, will be held today in Houston.
A construction worker was killed Monday morning after heavy beams fell on him while being loaded onto a truck, Houston Fire Department officials said.
It's a little chilly outside but, it's getting hot in Studio B. Houston firefighters are here and they've brought the 2026 firefighter calendar. It comes with a whole lot of heart as every purchase supports young burn survivors here in Houston. We'll meet the faces behind the cause and why this project means so much to them.
Houston firefighters say a barbecue grill may have caused a Thanksgiving house fire that burned a house guest and sent them to the hospital.
What started as a trash problem in one southeast Houston neighborhood has now become a safety concern for families who live there.
Thanksgiving leads the nation in home cooking fires, and Houston sees the same trend. Fire officials are urging families to take simple precautions before preparing holiday meals.
HFD tells 2 Investigates it's done buying environmentally friendly ambulances after report of issues that resulted in “reducing fleet readiness and response capacity.”
Houston firefighters say they’re being unfairly blamed after a city email exposed 7,500 Social Security numbers in a data breach.
An overturned semi-truck on the entrance ramp from the North Loop (I-610 North) to the Eastex Freeway is causing significant traffic delays.
Although the building is supposed to be abandoned, Houston Fire officials say the building is a known hangout spot for the homeless.
A 211-alarm fire broke out on Olympia Drive near Hayes Road Wednesday morning. More than 50 firefighters are on scene, multiple people rescued, and crews are fighting the fire defensively.
A gas leak prompted the evacuation of McReynolds Middle School in east Houston Wednesday morning, leaving several students hospitalized with heat-related symptoms, Houston Fire Department said.
Authorities are responding to the scene of a possible explosion at a high-rise building in Downtown Houston.
A Houston firefighter was rushed to a hospital after he suffered a medical emergency on Sunday.
A years-long investigation by KPRC 2 has uncovered a persistent threat to public safety in Houston: critical emergency equipment failing when residents need it most.
Derrick Cox has been charged with felony arson after allegedly kicking down his grandmother's door and setting fire to her home in Houston's Sunnyside neighborhood.
A pedestrian was both stabbed and struck by a vehicle in an early morning incident on N. Drennan Street in east Houston.
The Houston Fire Department has dispatched an engine and a Tactical Deployment Unit with four members to assist flood recovery efforts in Kerr County, Texas.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has commented for the first time regarding the decision to terminate 12 cadets at the Houston Fire Department after officials uncovered a social media group chat sharing offensive and harmful content.
12 cadets at the Houston Fire Department were terminated after an Instagram group chat surfaced where they were sharing offensive and hateful content.
Passengers were forced to deplane from an aircraft at George Bush Intercontinental Airport Sunday morning after an engine issue during takeoff caused visible smoke and fire to be seen on the right wing.
If you were wondering what our first responders are up to during Houston’s winter storm, having a snowball fight might not be at the top of your list. Sure enough, that’s exactly what they were up to!
Jay Leno sends his greetings and thanks to the Houston firefighters who are in California assisting with the aftermath of the Southern California wildfires.
On Tuesday, KPRC 2 covered three Houston firefighters who suffered significant injuries responding to a massive apartment fire in the Sunnyside area.
A police chase in Houston involving a stolen vehicle ended near Buffalo Bayou early Friday morning. Officers captured three suspects, but a fourth remains missing after jumping into the water.
An early morning apartment fire on Houston's southwest side resulted in one fatality, according to the Houston Fire Department.
A fire tore through an apartment complex in Houston’s Galleria area on Thanksgiving afternoon.
A homeless man is being hailed as a hero after risking his life to save Houston firefighters during a devastating 3-alarm fire.
The Houston Fire Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Marcelo “Ox” Garcia III, the firefighter who died in the line of duty late Wednesday night.
For Erica Garcia, the pain of losing her brother is raw, and she struggles to imagine a life without him. Just two and a half years apart, Marcelo and Erica shared a deep bond, one that was built on love, laughter, and years of shared memories.
The Houston City Council has confirmed the appointment of Thomas Muñoz as the new Fire Department Chief, replacing Sam Peña, and Noe Diaz as the new Police Department Chief, succeeding Troy Finner. Muñoz brings over 26 years of experience and a commitment to improving safety for all residents. Diaz, with 23 years in law enforcement, including time as a Texas Ranger, promises servant leadership and community engagement. Exciting changes are ahead for Houston's first responders! 🚒🚓 What are your thoughts on the new appointments? Let us know in the comments!
4,900 Houston firefighters received long-awaited backpay as the city council approved a $1.5 billion settlement deal involving $650 million in back pay and a 34% raise over the next five years.
Houston firefighters responded to a fire on Albacore Drive at the Monterra Condominiums early Sunday morning, where three juveniles were confirmed dead, according to HFD.
The Houston Fire Department is on the verge of a historic contract vote! 🗳️ This agreement promises better pay, enhanced working conditions, and comprehensive health provisions for our dedicated firefighters. 👨🚒🔥 #HoustonFireDepartment #ContractVote #CommunitySupport #FirefightersRock
Numerous reports on social media have confirmed that two TikTok fitness creators were killed in a single-car accident in Houston.
Mayor John Whitmire will join leaders Tuesday from the Houston Police Department, Houston Fire Department, Houston Public Works, the Office of Emergency Management, and others to provide an update on the weather conditions and the city’s preparedness and response operations.
A man who was shot by a Houston police officer in northeast Houston after reaching for a gun while he was asked to get out of his vehicle has been charged, authorities said.
Houston mayor John Whitmire and local officials discussed safety, security and guidelines for the College Football Playoff National Championship happening on Monday, Jan. 8.
An 11-year-old boy is alive and safe after he broke a window to escape a fire at an apartment complex in Webster, the Houston Fire Department said.
The Houston Firefighter Calendar goes on sale November 1. Proceeds benefit Houston Firefighters, their families, and burned and injured children in the area.
It's time for Fire Prevention Week, and this year's theme is about cooking safety and avoiding kitchen fires. A local firefighter shares tips and facts on preventing fires in your home kitchen.
A Houston Fire Department District Chief is sharing concerns about water supply across the city following a fire in east Downtown Friday.
Soaring temperatures, searing heat and hot temp advisories every day for weeks: That is what the men and women of the Houston Fire Department have to deal with on the job but at Fire Station 23, they are also dealing with the fact that their air conditioning system is not working and hasn’t been working for more than a week.
We are getting more answers this Wednesday about the ongoing air conditioning problems at several Houston fire stations.
The extreme heat can be dangerous for first responders and now, several Houston Fire Departments across the area are dealing with air conditioning problems.
Officials with Houston Fire Department said heavy smoke inside a downtown-area church prompted a two-alarm fire response Friday morning.
A vehicle crashed into a home in the Clear Lake area Friday, causing it to catch on fire, the Houston Police Department said.
From classic cars to RVs, a massive warehouse fire left behind thousands of dollars of damage and lost property in northwest Harris County on Wednesday.
Multiple people were hurt after a METRORail and Houston Fire Department ambulance collided while the ambulance was making a turn in downtown Houston Tuesday, the Houston Police Department said.
One of two suspects accused of holding two migrants hostage is dead after an agent-involved shooting in the Greenspoint area Thursday, according to the Waller County District Attorney’s Office.
Two Houston firefighters are recovering after a hit-and-run crash in north Houston Monday, the Houston Police Department said.
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), a labor union representing more than 330,000 firefighters, filed a lawsuit Thursday against the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the group that set the standard for fire protection gear.
Multiple lanes are currently closed on South Loop westbound at Stella Link Road after an 18-wheeler carrying gasoline caught on fire, according to the Houston Fire Department.
Firefighters with the Houston Fire Department are battling a blaze at a warehouse east of downtown Houston Tuesday, officials said.