A former employee of Houston immigration attorney Hugo Balderas-Ibarra is speaking out, raising concerns about his handling of immigration cases as he faces felony charges in Texas and Florida.

KPRC 2’s weekend newscasts have switched to new air times, making it even earlier to stay up to date on the latest headlines, weather, traffic and more around Houston.

A body was discovered Monday morning in Greens Bayou in northeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

The resignation comes as a Pasadena city council member exclusively told KPRC 2 that the sergeant was being investigated for allegedly misusing the department’s Flock Safety license plate reader camera system to track a fellow officer.

LULAC says three men detained by ICE after the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo are being pressured to sign self-deportation paperwork. The organization says the men are key witnesses and should remain in the U.S. while the investigation continues.

KPRC 2 obtained new surveillance video showing the moments leading up to the deadly ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. A former Secret Service agent says the footage raises questions but is not clear enough to determine whether the use of deadly force was justified.

For most fans at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the calf scramble lasts only a few exciting moments. For Klein Oak High School junior Andrew Marks, it marked the beginning of a months-long journey.

A 33-year-old man accused of making terroristic threats during a standoff at a Heights apartment complex has been booked into the Harris County Jail, according to Houston police.

Summer is one of the busiest times of the year for homebuyers, and with mortgage rates remaining elevated, many are looking for ways to make homeownership more affordable.

A 13-year-old Cypress boy survived a terrifying lightning strike inside his own bedroom.

One year after the deadly Texas Hill Country flood, survivors, first responders, and families share the stories of loss, heroism, and recovery that continue to shape their community.

As criminal cases move through the courts, child advocates say the case is a reminder that reporting suspected abuse or neglect can save a child’s life.

An investigation is underway after a fight inside a church led to shots being fired Friday morning in southeast Houston.

The Texas Attorney General is investigating StubHub after widespread reports of last-minute cancellations of purchased 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets, leaving fans without tickets or viable replacements.

A Liberty County pastor is facing multiple felony charges after being accused of repeatedly sexually abusing a child.

Healthy eating has a new home in Missouri City with the opening of Grain & Berry, a fast-casual café known for its açaí bowls, smoothies, fresh juices and other wholesome menu items.

One year after the deadly Texas Hill Country flood, survivors, first responders, and families share the stories of loss, heroism, and recovery that continue to shape their community.

Through powerful interviews, personal stories, and months of reporting, After the Storm: The flood that changed the Hill Country examines the disaster that changed a community — and the people working every day to ensure it is never defined by tragedy alone.

A viral Montgomery County traffic stop sparked questions online. KPRC 2 reviewed the arrest report, Texas police training materials and spoke with a retired police captain to examine whether the stop followed standard training.

Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong is pushing back against claims that he no longer has the authority to lead county government and is scheduled to address the controversy during a Thursday afternoon press conference.

KPRC 2 exclusively obtained body camera video showing a Conroe woman repeatedly saying she was scared and asking for a female officer before she was arrested during a traffic stop in Shenandoah.

For the first time since a massive fire tore through a Houston recycling facility, the managing director of Mammoth Metal Recycling is speaking publicly.

On Wednesday, KPRC 2 loaded up the storm tracker and rolled out to Brazoria County to see how the overnight downpours impacted various communities.

After more than three decades in journalism and 26 years at KPRC 2, veteran investigative reporter Robert Arnold is preparing to sign off for the final time.

The impacts of Tropical Storm Arthur are being felt across Southeast Texas on Wednesday, with high winds battering coastal communities and emergency crews responding to multiple water rescues in flood-prone areas.

Mayor John Whitmire and OEM Director Brian Mason will discuss the city’s weather preparedness and response ahead of the anticipated severe weather and potential flooding this week.

Heavy thunderstorms that moved through Houston Monday left flooded streets, swollen bayous, and overflowing manholes.

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The FIFA 2026 World Cup is here and unfortunately so is a lot of rain.

CenterPoint Energy made $1 billion in profit last year. But the company says it doesn’t profit directly off customers’ electric bills. So how does that actually work?

FIFA Fan Festival attendees in Houston may be required to evacuate if lightning is detected within eight miles, with re-entry allowed after 30 minutes without further strikes.

NFL wide receiver Steven Sims Jr., is holding the Must See Classic, a flag football game, vs. Texans cornerback Tremon Smith on Saturday in Sugar Land.

Brazoria County prosecutors have formally notified the court they intend to seek the death penalty against Oninda Romelus, the Porter mother accused of shooting her four children and killing two of them last year in Angleton.

A Houston man says he spent $22,000 on FIFA World Cup hospitality tickets after a sales representative showed him lower-level seating sections, only to later receive tickets in the upper deck. FIFA's official hospitality provider says the reassignment was a complimentary upgrade.

Newly released records show a Chicago police officer and former Marine platoon mate reported a Houston police officer's viral racist videos before she was indefinitely suspended. The officer is appealing the discipline, with her hearing now delayed until August.

A heavy police presence was reported near a fast-food restaurant parking lot off I-45 in Conroe.

Un adolescente de 15 años murió después de que una discusión entre dos jóvenes terminara en un tiroteo dentro de una vivienda en el norte de Houston, según informó la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado Harris.

El hombre acusado de asesinar a un padre de familia de Houston que intentaba ayudar a recuperar la camioneta robada de su hijo compareció ante un juez el lunes por la mañana, mientras familiares recordaban a la víctima como un esposo, padre, abuelo y voluntario dedicado a su comunidad.

Un tiroteo ocurrió durante una parrillada de cangrejos de río y una reunión familiar en el noreste de Houston, dejando a un hombre muerto y a otro gravemente herido.

As temperatures continue to climb across Southeast Texas, some residents at the Pecan Village Apartments in Wharton say they have been living without power for days, forcing some seniors to sleep on cots inside the front office.

A Fort Bend County mother is facing felony charges after investigators say her child, who has a disability, was left home alone for days and eventually contacted law enforcement asking for food.

Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and a watchful eye on tropical moisture from the Gulf set the stage for an active weather week

KPRC 2’s 2026 Hurricane & Flood Survival Guide provides everything you need to prepare for hurricane season, from forecasts and evacuation plans to emergency kits, insurance advice, and family safety tips.

Like the tornado scale, it's time for the hurricane scale to get updated

Filling up with contaminated gas can bring your car to a halt almost immediately — and leave you with a repair bill in the thousands. Knowing what to do next could make all the difference.

Houston leaders continue to describe the FIFA World Cup 2026 as a major economic opportunity for the region — but early indicators suggest the hospitality industry is still waiting for that boom to materialize.

A power anomaly disrupted electricity at a booster station in Cinco Ranch Thursday morning, leading to low water pressure and shutoffs for about 14,000 Inframark customers for approximately 45 minutes.

As the school year comes to an end, many parents are searching for summer camps that keep their children engaged while also teaching valuable life skills.

Ahora, mientras padres y estudiantes de la comunidad alzan la voz, expertos en salud mental advierten a las familias sobre señales que no deben ignorar.

A Huffman ISD mother says she never knew her 15-year-old son may have been struggling with bullying before he took his own life.

Search crews are still combing the waters off Surfside Beach more than 24 hours after a 11-year-old boy was swept away while swimming.

As summer pool season ramps up across Southeast Texas, pediatricians are warning families about the increased drowning risks some neurodivergent children may face around water.

DJ Bien-Aime, who covers the Houston Texans for ESPN, joined KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy and KPRC 2 Texans Insider Aaron Wilson to break down the Texans’ schedule for the 2026 NFL season.

For one north Houston family, everyday routines like showering and getting children ready for school became difficult after they said the hot water at their apartment complex stopped working for more than a week.

Jeep Weekend 2026 wrapped up with more than 100 arrests and roughly 1,500 traffic stops, but no reported injuries, according to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office.

As 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.

A housefire is being investigated in the Cloverleaf area.

Harris County Treasurer Dr. Carla Wyatt is facing renewed scrutiny after her second DWI arrest in two years, months after a separate burglary case was no-billed by a grand jury.

KPRC celebrates Mother’s Day by honoring the moms on its team, highlighting their dedication both at work and at home.

The program features best-selling authors and members of the Bush family. Hear the stories of incredibly talented authors and how you can help the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation in its mission to improve literacy rates for children and adults.

The transition of power in Galena Park is raising questions after the city secretary abruptly resigned following the election.

The Texas Ethics Commission has accepted a complaint against Mayor John Whitmire tied to Houston’s “901 Bagby” podcast, raising questions about public spending and political advertising laws.

Nuevos detalles salen a la luz sobre la tragedia en Camp Mystic. Investigadores dicen que hubo falta de preparación, retrasos en la evacuación y oportunidades perdidas para poner a salvo a los niños. Legisladores ahora buscan respuestas y posibles cambios para evitar que algo así vuelva a ocurrir.

Longtime KPRC 2 anchor, reporter and co-host of Houston Life Courtney Zavala returned to KPRC 2 studios on Friday to co-host alongside Derrick Shore. The two looked back on memorable moments from the show and caught up on what Courtney has been up to since leaving HL more than three years ago. Watch their full, unscripted chat as it aired LIVE on Friday's broadcast.

Un tiroteo ocurrido durante la madrugada en el centro de Houston dejó una persona muerta y dos más heridas, luego de una pelea que terminó en disparos afuera de un club nocturno.

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Un hombre fue asesinado a balazos mientras esperaba en un semáforo en el noreste de Houston. La policía dice que un sospechoso salió de una SUV con un rifle y abrió fuego contra el vehículo. El tirador sigue prófugo y no hay descripción del sospechoso. Las autoridades piden a cualquier persona con información que se comunique con la policía.

Policies guiding how deputies interact with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vary across Harris County, where each constable’s office operates independently under its own elected leadership.

Mayor John Whitmire told KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner in a one-on-one interview that the lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton against the city is political and that he will not pursue an expensive court fight.

A school counselor at a Goose Creek CISD high school is wanted on felony charges related to allegations of a sexual relationship with a student.

Homeowners say they’re fed up with neighbors they accuse of making a mess, from overgrown yards to cars left for days. It’s a common complaint sent to KPRC 2’s help desk. What can Houston residents do?

Large metal boxes appearing along streets and public right-of-way areas in Houston neighborhoods have caught the attention of residents, prompting questions to KPRC 2’s ENOUGH team.

A Houston Public Works employee bought 190 identical drill sets on a city issued credit card. How did no one notice, and how far does this problem go?

Atascosita grad Kaylen Blaylock meets with hometown Texans at local prospect day

Un hombre resultó herido en un tiroteo tras un intento de robo de un remolque luego de un evento de “trail ride” en el suroeste de Houston. El incidente comenzó cuando el dueño vio que se llevaban su remolque y, junto con otras personas, persiguió al presunto ladrón, hasta que finalmente embistieron la camioneta del sospechoso.

Un sospechoso murió tras ser baleado luego de un forcejeo con un sargento del Departamento de Policía de Houston durante una parada de tránsito en Airline Drive la madrugada del sábado, según la policía.

Splendora High School was placed on lockdown mode Thursday morning in Montgomery County.

Two men were critically wounded in a shooting inside a Houston nightclub late Wednesday night after a confrontation that began as an attempted robbery, according to Houston Police Department officials.

Sugar Land police confirmed that 16-year-old Evalynn Tann, who was reported missing near Clements High School, has been found safe in Austin.

Tanji Patton, “Goodtaste with Tanji” host, joins “Houston Life” with spring menu picks from TRIBUTE at The Houstonian, Kenny & Ziggy's New York Delicatessen, and Pearl & Vine, and a fun “hummus garden” appetizer idea.

Una madre en Houston dice que inscribió a su hijo de 3 años en una guardería para ayudarlo a convivir con otros niños y poder trabajar algunas horas en la mañana.

TSA security lines at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, which were extremely long earlier in the week due to the government shutdown and unpaid agents, shortened dramatically over the weekend.

Un tiroteo ocurrió durante una fiesta de cumpleaños para adultos en Dickinson, cerca de JT’s Lounge, dejando entre cinco y siete personas hospitalizadas pero en condición estable.

Missouri City Police tell KPRC 2 that the child with autism was reported missing a little after 11 am this morning on Coral Rocks Court in the Lake Shore Harbor neighborhood.

After KPRC 2’s investigation into Katy American Little League, families across the Houston area are raising similar concerns, highlighting a lack of oversight in youth sports — and what parents can do to protect their money and their kids.

A road rage shooting on a Houston tollway has left a person severely injured Thursday morning, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

A director listed on a Katy Little League’s tax forms has a prior theft case, as a lawsuit, texts, and board member accounts raise new questions about transparency.

It has been nearly three years since Terra Barrera was named co-host of Houston Life. Now, she is saying goodbye to the show and moving on to new adventures. Watch the full video to learn more about why Tessa feels now is the right time for her to do something new.

Travelers flying out of Houston should plan to arrive hours earlier than usual as long TSA lines continue, with experts warning there is no quick fix to avoid delays.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are now working alongside TSA officers at Houston-area airports, but exactly what they’re doing—and how much authority they have—remains unclear.

The Texas Children’s Houston Open returns to Memorial Park, bringing top golfers to Houston and supporting local community initiatives. Astros Golf Foundation President Giles Kibbe highlighted the importance of hosting the event in the city center and its impact on Houstonians, especially through support for Texas Children’s Hospital. The tournament offers an engaging fan experience while raising funds for children's health programs and families. For more information, viewers are encouraged to visit the official tournament website.

Authorities are working to clear a crash on the North Freeway at the 610 loop on Sunday morning.

As the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo enters its final stretch, a newly enforced dress code continues to stir conversation across social media and on the grounds at NRG Park.

More than half of the TSA agents scheduled to work at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) on Saturday didn’t show up for work.

Viewer photos show hail and strong thunderstorms moving through the Houston area Sunday evening.

During the RODEOHOUSTON chuck wagon race on March 13, two horses fell on the track while making a turn, but both the horses and the wagon driver were unharmed. A veterinarian evaluated the horses, and they are fit to participate in future races.

Mientras Pepe Aguilar se prepara para subir al escenario del Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, el ícono de la música mexicana asegura que esta presentación representa mucho más que otro concierto.

Autoridades de la ciudad de Houston anunciaron el miércoles un cambio en la forma en que los oficiales de policía manejan ciertas órdenes de inmigración, una medida que, según dijeron, busca dar mayor claridad a los agentes en el campo mientras mantienen la seguridad pública.

KPRC 2 crews are on the streets monitoring road conditions, showing which areas are being impacted the most as severe thunderstorms move through the Houston area.

KPRC 2 is compiling a dream team to create, launch and execute a pioneering news accountability show; and the person who fills this role will be a key piece to the puzzle. If you’re a producer who’s tired of staring at a rundown all day, daydreaming about getting out into the community and doing some impactful journalism, keep reading. This job description just keeps getting better.