Hobby Airport food fight ends with vote pushing out Pappas
The city of Houston awarded a lucrative Hobby Airport concessions contract to a new company, pushing out Pappas restaurant amid much debate. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and 10 other council members voted “yes” in favor of awarding the contract, with six voting “no.”
Thieves stole tens of thousands of dollars in equipment, including ‘Jaws of Life’, from Houston fire engines
At least four different fire departments, including the Houston Fire Department, have fallen victim to theft, and tens of thousands of dollars of equipment, purchased with public funds have disappeared, KPRC 2 Investigates has learned.
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. Next 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.
Nearly 4 years after deadly botched raid on Harding Street, still no trial for former HPD officer who faces 2 murder charges
The federal investigation into Harding Street led to additional charges, and while Bryant pleaded guilty to falsifying government records, Goines has yet to face a jury with the feds or Harris County.
Former HPD officer charged with murder in botched Harding Street raid back in court; Defense attorney seeks to quash indictments
The deadly botched raid on Harding Street that happened nearly four years ago was front and center inside of Judge Frank Aguilar’s courtroom in Harris County’s 228th District Court on Thursday morning.
Hidalgo’s chief of staff indicted in $11M COVID-19 contract controversy ‘to pursue new opportunity,’ judge says
Judge Lina Hidalgo announced Friday the decision by her chief of staff, Alex Triantaphyllis, to depart from his current role in early 2023 “to pursue a new opportunity.” Hidalgo’s office said Triantaphyllis, who was one of three staffers indicted in March in an $11 million COVID-19 outreach contract investigation, will continue his public service in a new role in the Harris County Office of County Administration.
13 months after Astroworld tragedy, HPD’s investigation continues and chief makes leadership changes
As the investigation being conducted by the Houston Police Department continues into the Astroworld tragedy, KPRC 2 Investigates has confirmed members of HPD’s leadership have been moved or simply moved on following the deadly concert.
KPRC 2 Investigates: How to fight your water bill
Dozens of you are telling us about your experience with the Houston Water Department. We’ve heard about phone calls, emails unanswered, and little to no communication to explain huge bills that threaten you and your family’s well-being. Now, KPRC 2 Investigates explains a customer’s last chance at getting help and how often it is working.
Neighborhood nuisance: Big rig trucks a big headache for west Harris County subdivision
In the peaceful, family neighborhood of Highland Creek Estates, near FM529, big anger and frustration is growing amongst homeowners over big rig trucks parking all over this subdivision at all hours of the day and night.
Astroworld: Countdown to Tragedy – Preventing another festival disaster
“So going into this everybody knew it was going to be a problem, the department ramped up like it was a Super Bowl or a Hurricane,” said Mark Lentini, a now-retired Houston police officer who says the festival ended his career.“Long before the disaster struck any crowd expert or person involved in crowds responsible for crowds knew there were storm clouds over that festival,” said Paul Wertheimer, a crowd safety expert with decades of experience studying crowd surge and other safety issues.On Wednesday, Nov. 2, KPRC 2 Investigates examines the safety and prevention measures that could prevent mass casualty disasters, including crowd design, emergency medicine planning, and the need for a unified command.
Voting machines in Harris County will be new for many, but officials say they are prepared to deal with any issues
It is that time of the year again. Halloween decorations are back out on the front lawn, but keep in mind this is one of those years when the other lawn decorations are also prominently displayed.
City controller asks OIG to investigate Houston Airports System’s director over $760,000 in fines waived for concessionaires
Houston City Controller Chris Brown is calling for the Office of Inspector General to open an investigation into the manner in which Houston Airports System Director Mario Diaz settled liquidated damages with a concessionaire and their partner, who has ties to former Director City Council Relations William Paul Thomas, who was convicted in federal court back in July for conspiracy tied to bribes.
KPRC 2 Investigates: The gaps in school safety and what educators need to close them
After eight students and two teachers were murdered at Santa Fe high school in 2018, state legislators passed more than a dozen laws. None of those laws prevented Uvalde and pressure is mounting for lawmakers to address lingering gaps in school security.
KPRC 2 Investigates: Solar panel sales exploding in Houston; Here’s what you need to know to keep from being taken advantage of
Texas is now the second biggest state in the country when it comes to people buying solar panels for their homes. KPRC Investigates tells you how to protect yourself from being ripped off by shady sales people trying to capitalize on this buying boom.
Investigates: Emails show city council relations director, William Paul Thomas, had close communication with private businessman
City of Houston leaders are calling for an outside investigation into the actions of a now former city director, William Paul Thomas, after KPRC 2 Investigates uncovered emails showing negotiations in favor of a private businessman.
Trust Index: Is Harris County defunding the police?
Earlier this week, Governor Greg Abbott claimed in a widely circulated news release that Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and others in the county administration were engaging in what amounted to illegally defunding Harris County’s various policing agencies.
Emails show a top city of Houston director had history of working outside of City Hall in favor of airport businessman
The liaison officer between Mayor Sylvester Turner’s office and City Council, who pled guilty to a federal conspiracy charge involving cash bribes from a bar owner, appears to have previously worked to help other private businesses on deals against the best interest of the City of Houston, according to emails obtained by KPRC 2 Investigates.
Lakewood Church: Be careful where you get your Kanye tickets
HOUSTON - Kanye West's 7 p.m. Sunday performance at Lakewood Church is expected to draw a sell-out crowd of some 17,000 people, but all of those tickets are supposed to be absolutely free and available to everyone. Lakewood Church issued this statement about tickets: "In regards to tickets being sold on StubHub, all of the tickets are non-transferable. Lakewood wants to warn everyone that all tickets posted on StubHub or any other ticketing sites are fraud". Lakewood Church said free, general admission tickets to the show can be obtained through Ticketmaster.com or the Ticketmaster app beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday. Lakewood said anything other than Ticketmaster tickets will be considered fraudulent.
News 2 Know: Search continues for missing Kemah employee, 2 HPD officers hurt in crash & more
Read more2 HPD officers injured in crash while chasing group involved in ATM theft, police sayKPRC Two Houston police officers are recovering after a crash in west Harris County. Two Houston police officers are recovering after a crash in west Harris County. Read moreAll of Houston's liquidation warehouses where you can score stuff for cheapKPRC We've told you about several liquidation warehouses in Houston, but one of the businesses is changing up its business model. We've told you about several liquidation warehouses in Houston, but one of the businesses is changing up its business model. This football season, KPRC 2 is bringing you awesome prizes and bragging rights with our Pro Football U Pick Em!
News 2 Know: Search continues for missing Kemah employee, 2 HPD officers hurt in crash & more
Read more2 HPD officers injured in crash while chasing group involved in ATM theft, police sayKPRC Two Houston police officers are recovering after a crash in west Harris County. Two Houston police officers are recovering after a crash in west Harris County. Read moreAll of Houston's liquidation warehouses where you can score stuff for cheapKPRC We've told you about several liquidation warehouses in Houston, but one of the businesses is changing up its business model. We've told you about several liquidation warehouses in Houston, but one of the businesses is changing up its business model. This football season, KPRC 2 is bringing you awesome prizes and bragging rights with our Pro Football U Pick Em!
Officials search home of private gun seller believed to have sold weapon to Odessa shooting suspect
ODESSA, Texas - KPRC 2 Investigates has learned from federal law enforcement sources that investigators served a search warrant at the Midland-Odessa area at the home of the private gun seller who sold the weapons used by Seth Ator. Ator, 36, is accused of killing seven people and wounding 22 others during a shooting spree in West Texas last weekend. The search was part of the investigation into the private sale of the gun used by Ator. In Texas, private firearm sales do not require a background check. The gunshots struck one of two troopers inside the patrol car, Cesinger said, after which the gunman fled and continued shooting.
UH fraternity indicted for 2016 hazing incident
HOUSTON - KPRC 2 Investigates has learned that the University of Houstons Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity has been indicted by a grand jury for a second time. It's a rare move for a grand jury to indict an entire group and not a list of individuals. The grand jury again voted to indict the fraternity for the unlawful hazing of one of its pledge members in November 2016. Students reactSeveral UH students had opinions on the developments. "Background: UH placed the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity under interim suspension on July 21, 2017, until completion of an administrative investigation.