Houston ISD answers parentsโ back to school questions
KPRC 2 is hosting a live panel discussion to help prepare families in the Houston ISD to head back to school. We'll talk campus safety, the impact of the teacher shortage on your child's classroom, school bus routes, and the cost of everything from cafeteria meals to extracurriculurs.
HPD chief Troy Finner increases patrols around mosques across city after 4th Muslim man slain in Albuquerque
Houston police chief Troy Finner has increased patrols in and around mosques across the city after the slayings of four Muslim men in Albuquerque, including one Friday, that are believed to be connected.
Keeping teens safe during โ100 deadliest daysโ for young drivers
The โ100 Deadliest daysโ for teen drivers is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day and this is when thousands of teens are more likely to be involved in fatal crashes, and the million-dollar question is: What can be done to fix this issue?
Proviso classes shift to remote learning as teachers strike looms, students stage walkouts and protests
With a teachers strike looming at Proviso High School District 209, student walk-outs, protests and fires ignited in school bathrooms this week have prompted officials to shutter the districtโs three high schools Thursday and abruptly shift to remote learning.
chicagotribune.comWoman dead after pickup truck slams into telephone pole, driver possibly intoxicated and traveling wrong way, police say
A woman was killed and a possible intoxicated, wrong-way driver was unharmed after crashing a pickup truck into a telephone pole at an intersection in Third Ward Monday morning, according to Houston police.
6 tips to keep in mind as you take home those live Christmas trees
As we round the corner to Christmas, many are still on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree to continue their favorite holiday traditions. But beware of the incidents that can occur when traveling with a live tree strapped on top of your car.
Tips to know before starting your generator during a power outage
In the aftermath of a storm, a generator can be a crucial part of your recovery. It can power a fan, turn on some lights and keep your food cool. But many people only use a generator in an emergency and donโt operate them properly. This can lead to serious injury or death.
Worried about flying debris on roadways? Hereโs how you can avoid the nightmare and save money, hassles
It is a high-speed, highly dangerous, highway nightmare. Weโre talking about road debris, items falling off other vehicles on the road and then flying directly into your path, into your car, and maybe into your windshield.
Crime Stoppers of Houston CEO shares summer safety tips for the entire family
Whether youโre taking a road trip, spending the day at the pool or sending your kids to summer camp, CEO of Crime Stoppers of Houston, Rania Mankarious shares a quick checklist of things to keep in mind this summer season.
Adjusting your clocks is a great reminder to test your smoke alarms
HOUSTON โ Houstonians adjusting their clocks forward this weekend should also be sure smoke alarms are working properly. The American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast region is encouraging Houstonians to test their smoke alarms. A properly working smoke alarm can significantly reduce the risk of fires, officials said. To make sure your smoke alarm is working, do the following:Be sure there is at least one smoke alarm installed on every level of your home, especially near bedrooms and sleeping areas. For more fire safety, visit the American Red Cross website here.
One Montgomery County leader who is without power shares how sheโs staying warm
Meghan Ballard Arthur, of Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management, is doing her best to keep her family warm. Like many residents of Montgomery County, Arthur and her family have been without power for the last 24 hours. She says she and her family have used blankets to seal windows and doors, and have moved into an inner room of the home to stay warm. She asks that Montgomery County residents be patient as crews work to get power restored, and acknowledges that power infrastructure was not set up for an event such as the one experienced in the area, with temperatures plummeting into the teens. Warming stations have been set up for residents with no power or water.