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The Houston Police Department’s chase policy is in question again after a 19-year-old motorcyclist was hit and killed by the driver of a stolen car during a police chase.

A 16-year-old has been identified as the driver involved in a police chase that ended in a deadly crash in north Houston on Monday morning, KPRC 2 Investigates has learned.

Welp, looks like we have another popular food critic in town - this time its Keith Lee.

A Harris County Jail inmate now has enhanced charges after an inmate died from inhaling fentanyl, according to court documents.

A University of Houston student has been diagnosed with tuberculosis, and they are received treatment, the university announced on Tuesday.

A multi-vehicle crash has left one person dead and shut down multiple northbound lanes on US 59 at Fondren Road, according to Houston TranStar.

It’s a crime shocking enough, infuriating enough, to drive anyone crazy with anger.

A Houston defense attorney was arrested and facing charges after investigators suspect him of being a major supplier of dangerous narcotics into the jail, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Each year, more people in the United States die from lung cancer than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined.

The Carter Center announced that former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, the wife of former President Jimmy Carter, has died at the age of 96.

The holiday season is rapidly approaching and you know what that means. People will be breaking out the holiday decorations like Christmas lights and wreaths and garlands.

Approximately 600 copies of the 90-page book focused on Mayor Turner’s time in office were printed for the State of the City Luncheon.

A Pearland flea market will reopen this Saturday, days after a shooting left a child dead and four others injured on Sunday.

An intersection in Seabrook is at the center of attention after more than 15 accidents have been reported, including fatalities.

Houston Police Chief Troy Finner and officers announced a “massive takedown” in a major auto theft ring on Wednesday.

A man believed to have abducted a 10-year-old boy near Dallas has now been listed as a murder suspect in an homicide investigation, according to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department.

Crime Stoppers of Houston will announce the launch of its new initiative called NEEDS, Neurodiversity, Educate, Empower, Deliver, Safety.

Police identified a suspect on Monday, who is wanted in connection to the Pearland flea market shooting that killed one child and injured four other people.

Several lanes were closed on I-610 North Loop after a heavy truck lost its load, according to Houston TranStar.

A shelter-in-place order and evacuations were issued Wednesday following a large fire at a chemical plant in Shepherd, according to San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office.

A chemical plant fire has prompted a shelter-in-place for surrounding neighborhoods Wednesday morning, according to the San Jacinto County Office of Emergency Management.

Texas voters signed off on a massive tax-cut package in the Nov. 7 constitutional amendment election.

It is a two-part process to vote in Harris County -- on one machine you vote, on the other machine, you scan your ballot.

We are taking a closer look at the city of Houston’s Proposition B ahead of the Nov. 7 General and Special Election Day.

A person was killed Thursday morning after a crash on the North Freeway, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

The state of California has recently adopted the “Ebony Alert” law, which is the first of its kind in the nation.

Representatives of several school districts have filed a lawsuit against the Texas Education Agency following the recent changes to the state public school accountability system.

Gov. Greg Abbott joined Mayor Sylvester Turner and others to deliver remarks at the grand opening of Texas Medical Center’s new TMC3 Collaborative Building, Helix Park.

Two Aldine Independent School District children and a bus driver were attacked by an unleased pit bull Wednesday at a bus stop in northwest Harris County, according to the district.

A surveillance video was released of several people involved in the beating and robbery of a man on Aug. 22 in southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

John Moore Services is hosting nearly 1,000 students to its corporate headquarters for a day full of fun learning.

Hobby Airport has issued an Alert 3 after a minor incident between two planes Tuesday, according to the Houston Fire Department.

A surveillance video was released of two suspects tied to an aggravated robbery on Aug. 23 at a convenience store parking lot in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

Makeup Artist Steven Coleman joined KPRC 2 News Today at 10 to give our Caroline Brown and Justina Latimer a Halloween transformation, and share makeup tips so we can do it at home.

A Houston resident will now spend more than two decades in prison following his conviction for sex trafficking a 7th grader, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced on Friday.

A man accused of multiple sex crimes and been on the run for 35 years has been captured in Galveston, according to the U.S. Marshals Service in the Southern District of Texas.

The Houston Police Department is asking fans who plan to attend Houston Astros watch parties at Minute Maid Park to either leave their guns at home or make a plan to secure their firearms.

A stolen vehicle burst into flames Wednesday evening following a police chase that ended in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

Catch up with Owen and Sofia on KPRC 2 News Today at 10AM on Thursday, October 19.

A smoke alert has been issued in the Sabine Pass area after possible marsh fires cause several vehicle crashes Thursday morning, according to the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office.

Catch up with Owen and Sofia on KPRC 2 News Today at 10AM on Wednesday, October 18.

Catch up with Sofia and Zach on KPRC 2 News Today at 10AM on Monday, October 16.

Dr. Taiwo Babatope, psychiatrist with UTHealth Houston, shares advice with parents on talking with your kids about war.

Catch up with Owen and Sofia on KPRC 2 News Today at 10AM on Monday, October 16.

Following the recent auto-pedestrian crash that killed a 14-year-old boy in a Mason Road crosswalk, there has been an increase in public concern about the safety of pedestrian crossings in the Cinco Ranch area.

A man was found dead near the Interstate 10 frontage road in Chambers County on Friday, the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office said.

It’s been two years since the shooting death of Terry Oveal, making it a cold case for the Houston Police Department.

The Houston area will be blanketed in sunshine this weekend but this is not stopping thunder from roaring in our skies as the Thunderbirds will take flight over Ellington Field.

A special education teacher has resigned from Humble Independent School District after being accused of giving melatonin gummies to a few of her students at Forest Elementary School, according to the district.

The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) is awarding $100,000 in grants to 10 individuals and nonprofit organizations whose work furthers cultural tourism and resilience throughout the City of Houston.

A team of researchers at UTMB received a $2 million grant to study ways to reduce gun violence. It's something that has never been done before.

A man accused of trying to grab a baby from its mother on Tuesday has been arrested and charged, according to court documents.

The Astros will begin their AL Championship Series against the Texas Rangers on Sunday after defeating the Minnesota Twins in Game 4 of their division series on Wednesday night.

Fire crews responded to a large apartment fire Thursday morning in northwest Harris County.

A juvenile was shot by a car thief after helping his brother track the stolen vehicle in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Houston-area housing prices are going down if you’re in the market for a new home.

A deputy and two others were injured Wednesday morning following a dog attack in the Katy area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

The University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs released a representative survey on voters preferences and opinions surrounding candidates they likely favor in the Nov. 7 municipal election.

Most parents are balancing home and work life schedules, and kids today have more scheduled appointments than parents can keep up with. The question becomes, should you and would you use any of the ride sharing apps to help you shuffle your kids around?

A former Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District substitute teacher appeared in court on Monday after he was charged with online solicitation of a minor sexual explicit communication.

Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., who was ousted as House speaker this week, shot down reports that he was considering an early departure from Congress and said Friday that he won’t be stepping down.

Two suspects remain on the run as a teen faces multiple charges in the kidnapping, robbery and brutal assault of a juvenile male at a Colony Ridge Subdivision home, according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

Two suspects are on the run after a police chase ended near a school in Galena Park, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee will join elected officials to make remarks regarding an application for a company to construct a rock and concrete crushing facility next to Harris Health’s Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) Hospital, which is a 215 licensed-bed acute care facility providing full medical services.

The family of a USPS postal worker who was killed Saturday in a hit-and-run crash has found some relief following the suspect’s arrest.

Long time Astros fans know the team prefers that the retractable roof of Minute Maid Park remains shut. Players have been quoted as saying it’s part of their home field advantage. A closed ballpark is louder.

The Department of Criminal Justice issued a warning for a parolee listed as armed and dangerous, according to a release.

As heavy rain moves through the Houston area this week, traffic has also increased.

KPRC 2 got answers from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Here's what they said

A 36-year-old man has been sentenced to prison for illegally entering an aircraft area in violation of security requirements to commit a felony therein, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced Monday.

A man, who was wanted for fatally shooting a woman at a southwest Houston motel, was arrested on Sept. 29 after being on the run for several weeks, the Houston Police Department said.

A Houston police officer has been relieved of duty following his arrest for driving while intoxicated, according to the Houston Police Department.

Lindsay Naeder was saddened by the news that 5-year-old Los Jones had drowned in a retention pond Thursday.

Homeowners in Spring Branch Independent School District will see a $0.1889 reduction in their district tax rate from last year, according to a release.

A man who’s been identified as the gunman in the fatal shooting of another man in west Houston is still on the run, according to the Houston Police Department.

A Sterling High School student taken into custody after being found possession of a gun on campus, according to Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District.

The Cleveland Independent School District will host town hall meetings throughout the month of October regarding drug use in its schools and community, according to a release.

Belong Kitchen is a neighborhood grab-n-go kitchen with the motto, special people making special food.

A sense of relief for the family of a man gunned down outside of a southwest side restaurant. Houston Police say the suspect turned himself in Thursday.

A Massachusetts man was sentenced to life in prison Thursday after he was convicted of solicitation to commit capital murder, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office.

The Houston Police Department released several tips to follow in a video on gun safety around children.

Two convicted felon were arrested after multiple controlled substances and a stolen travel trailer were found at the location, according to deputies with Montgomery County Constable, Pct. 4.

Dr. Aziza Glass joins KPRC 2 News Today at 10 to help pet owners get an emergency prepared kit ready for their pets.

A 33-year-old Richmond man who operated a medical supply company in Porter has been ordered to federal prison for a massive fraud that resulted in losses of $17 million, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced Thursday.

A man accused of attempting to abduct a woman Thursday morning is possibly tied to similar incidents in the Houston area, according to the Bellaire Police Department.

Police officers with the University of Houston Police Department and TSU Police Department are assisting Metro police in the search for a man involved in a deadly shooting on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department.

Properly using a car seat is the best way parents can prevent car-related injuries in their young children. Texas Children's Hospital joins KPRC 2 News Today at 10 to share how to properly install a car seat.

Vehicles that totaled more than $200,00 in total worth value were recovered after a chop shop was discovered in northwest Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Division.

A search is underway for a missing 44-year-old man who was last seen on Sept. 15, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

An all-volunteer medical mission team, made up of 30 people, traveled over 4,000 miles to Bolivia to save children with congenital heart defects. Two of those volunteers shared their experience on KPRC 2 News Today at 10.

A missing person’s report has lead to a possible murder investigation at a home in Liberty County, according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

Angela Paxton, the wife of Attorney General Ken Paxton, released a written statement Monday after her husband was acquitted on all 20 articles of impeachment in the Texas Senate on Saturday in Austin.

A person is dead after being shot following a multi-vehicle crash in southwest Houston Monday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department.

Harvard Elementary School in the Heights opened on September 18, 1898. Now, 125 years later, it's the oldest school still open in the entire city.

Surveillance video has been released in hopes of identifying a man involved in a shoplifting turned aggravated robbery at an auto parts store near Memorial City on Sept. 5, according to the Houston Police Department.

Three men accused of stealing commercial generators and then reselling them on Facebook Marketplace have been arrested and charged, according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

A man and woman were taken into custody following a drug bust in New Caney, according to deputies from the Precinct 4 Constable “Rowdy” Hayden’s Office.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of about 52,000 Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits sold by Target due to ingestion, chocking and obstruction hazards.

Houston Police Chief Troy Finner announced and released a revised vehicle pursuit for police on Thursday.

Five suspects have been taken into custody for their roles in a $13 million fraud and money laundering conspiracy, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced Wednesday.