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18-year-old victim identified in shooting at a family party in southeast Houston
Read full article: 18-year-old victim identified in shooting at a family party in southeast HoustonAccording to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.
Texas allows certain children to get married. Lawmakers may close that loophole.
Read full article: Texas allows certain children to get married. Lawmakers may close that loophole.Lawmakers in 2017 took a major step to end most child marriages. However, emancipated teenagers 16 and older can get married.
Galveston County Sheriff announces restrictions ahead of Jeep Weekend
Read full article: Galveston County Sheriff announces restrictions ahead of Jeep WeekendGalveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen announced new safety measures ahead of the upcoming Jeep Weekend, which takes place from May 16 at 6 a.m. to May 19 at midnight.
Man shot by police in Sugar Land after firing gunshots in Greatwood given $1 million bond
Read full article: Man shot by police in Sugar Land after firing gunshots in Greatwood given $1 million bondAuthorities say the man who was shot by police on Tuesday after a confrontation with officers in the Greatwood area of Sugar Land remains in the hospital.
Google will pay Texas $1.4B to settle claims the company collected users' data without permission
Read full article: Google will pay Texas $1.4B to settle claims the company collected users' data without permissionGoogle will pay $1.4 billion to Texas to settle claims the company collected data on users without permission.
Dynamo celebrate 20 years in Houston with Alumni weekend
Read full article: Dynamo celebrate 20 years in Houston with Alumni weekendThis weekend, the Houston Dynamo are celebrating two decades of Major League Soccer right here in H-Town. Fans can look forward to meeting Dynamo alumni, around the stadium and during the match versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Texas attorney general wins $60 million judgment in pollution lawsuit
Read full article: Texas attorney general wins $60 million judgment in pollution lawsuitA Texas business illegally dumped industrial waste into Skull Creek in Colorado County six years ago, then residents complained to the attorney generalโs office.
Judges indicate they may throw out order allowing 23XI, Front Row to race as NASCAR chartered teams
Read full article: Judges indicate they may throw out order allowing 23XI, Front Row to race as NASCAR chartered teamsA three-judge federal appellate panel indicated it they might overturn an injunction that allows 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race as chartered teams in NASCAR this season while the two teams sue the stock car series over alleged antitrust violations.
NCAA women's rules committee proposes coach's challenge to initiate video review on variety of plays
Read full article: NCAA women's rules committee proposes coach's challenge to initiate video review on variety of playsThe NCAA Womenโs Basketball Rules Committee proposed a coachโs challenge be required to initiate a video review of out-of-bounds calls and three other types of plays.
John Cornyn says tax and spending bill must reimburse Texas $11 billion for border security
Read full article: John Cornyn says tax and spending bill must reimburse Texas $11 billion for border securityTexas Republicans are pushing the federal government to pay the stateโs costs of Operation Lone Star, Gov. Gregโs Abbottโs border security initiative.
โAudriiโs Lawโ unanimously passes Texas Senate, now heads to Governor Abbottโs desk for signature
Read full article: โAudriiโs Lawโ unanimously passes Texas Senate, now heads to Governor Abbottโs desk for signatureTexas lawmakers have unanimously voted to send H.B. 2000 - better known as Audriiโs Law - to Governor Greg Abbottโs desk to be signed into law.
Texas lawmakers want to lower homeowners' insurance costs, but have few options
Read full article: Texas lawmakers want to lower homeowners' insurance costs, but have few optionsTexans pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, putting lawmakers under pressure to tackle rising costs.
After immigration crackdown, international students in Texas self-censor to protect their education
Read full article: After immigration crackdown, international students in Texas self-censor to protect their educationStudents told the Tribune they have deleted social media accounts, socialize less and steer clear of charged topics to avoid becoming targets of immigration authorities.
Texas House advances bill that would prohibit land sales to people and entities from certain countries
Read full article: Texas House advances bill that would prohibit land sales to people and entities from certain countriesThe legislation had only pertained to countries the government deemed national security threats. A last-minute change would let the governor add more countries to the ban.
Man shot to death during child custody handoff outside Family Dollar in NE Harris County
Read full article: Man shot to death during child custody handoff outside Family Dollar in NE Harris CountyThe sheriffโs office said it happened outside a Family Dollar in the 5600 block of Aldine Bender Road.
Lauren Kelly previews the ACM Awards before Countryโs biggest stars hit the red carpet
Read full article: Lauren Kelly previews the ACM Awards before Countryโs biggest stars hit the red carpetOne of the biggest nights in Country music happens tonight at Ford Center in Frisco, Texas. The 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards promises to be filled with unforgettable performances and star-studded presenters including Crystal Gale, Parker McCollum, Lee Ann Womack and Wynonna Judd. Reba McEntire returns as host for the 18th time and met up with Houston Life reporter Lauren Kelly to chat about what keeps her coming back year after year.
Visitor stuck on 4th floor at senior living facility due to elevator breakdown
Read full article: Visitor stuck on 4th floor at senior living facility due to elevator breakdownA woman visiting her mother at a senior living facility in Missouri City says she was trapped on the fourth floor for days after the buildingโs only working elevator broke down and no one seemed to have answers.
Suit challenges new rules on children in federal custody who crossed into US
Read full article: Suit challenges new rules on children in federal custody who crossed into USTwo advocacy groups for migrants have filed a federal lawsuit asking the courts to halt new Trump Administration vetting procedures for reuniting children who crossed into the U.S. without their parents.
Americans in St. Peter's Square were stunned by choice of new pope
Read full article: Americans in St. Peter's Square were stunned by choice of new popeAmericans in St. Peterโs Square were stunned and joyous when they learned that an American cardinal, Robert Provost, was elected pope and had taken the name Leo XIV.
Texas court asked to overturn death sentence of Harris County inmate on death row for nearly 50 years
Read full article: Texas court asked to overturn death sentence of Harris County inmate on death row for nearly 50 yearsThe now 68-year-old inmate has been declared incompetent since 1987 when his initial execution was halted due to severe mental illness, including schizophrenia and organic brain dysfunction.
Lainey Wilson rules the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards once again, Alan Jackson is honored
Read full article: Lainey Wilson rules the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards once again, Alan Jackson is honoredLainey Wilson has taken home the top prize at the Academy of Country Music Awards โ the title of entertainer of the year โ for a second year in a row.
6 people are charged in a Texas elections investigation involving 'vote harvesting'
Read full article: 6 people are charged in a Texas elections investigation involving 'vote harvesting'Six people in a rural Texas county have been indicted in a widening elections investigation led by Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Parents urged to stay vigilant after attempted kidnapping at North Harris County apartment complex
Read full article: Parents urged to stay vigilant after attempted kidnapping at North Harris County apartment complexResidents at the Bella Vida apartments in North Harris County are on high alert after a man allegedly attempted to kidnap a 13-year-old girl over the weekend.
Federal judge rules Georgetown scholar's wrongful arrest case will stay in Virginia
Read full article: Federal judge rules Georgetown scholar's wrongful arrest case will stay in VirginiaA federal judge says that a Georgetown scholarโs petition challenging the constitutionality of his arrest will stay in a Virginia court, where it was initially filed.
Texasโ youngest learners are behind in math and reading. A pair of bills aims to get them back on track.
Read full article: Texasโ youngest learners are behind in math and reading. A pair of bills aims to get them back on track.Students who are behind in third grade rarely catch up. Texas lawmakers want to intervene earlier.
Attempt to decriminalize fentanyl testing strips in Texas could stall in the Senate for a third time
Read full article: Attempt to decriminalize fentanyl testing strips in Texas could stall in the Senate for a third timeOpponents fear that fentanyl test strips will increase the usage of the deadly drug.
Sen. John Cornyn announces leadership team, including Trump pollster, for 2026 reelection campaign
Read full article: Sen. John Cornyn announces leadership team, including Trump pollster, for 2026 reelection campaignCornynโs move to stockpile his campaign team with seasoned GOP operatives signals he is digging in for a serious fight against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Aldine family with massive bee, wasp invasion calls on 2 Helps You to assist
Read full article: Aldine family with massive bee, wasp invasion calls on 2 Helps You to assistA family battling an ever-growing bee and wasp infestation in their home reaches out to KPRC2 for help eliminating thousands of dangerous bees from their home.
Texas Senate panel advances bill that would no longer allow undocumented students to pay in-state tuition
Read full article: Texas Senate panel advances bill that would no longer allow undocumented students to pay in-state tuitionThe bill would overturn a two-decade-old law allowing some undocumented college students to pay in-state tuition.
Conroe ISD students band together to demand action as they mourn death of classmate
Read full article: Conroe ISD students band together to demand action as they mourn death of classmateConroe Independent School District students are uniting to demand action following the tragic death of a classmate.
A purr-fect rescue: Harris County deputies save cat from car engine entrapment
Read full article: A purr-fect rescue: Harris County deputies save cat from car engine entrapmentToday, a heartwarming purr-fect rescue unfolded as Harris County Precinct 5 constables successfully saved a furry friend from an unexpected hiding placeโa car engine.
Houstonโs new short-term rental ordinance: What businesses need to know and when it takes effect
Read full article: Houstonโs new short-term rental ordinance: What businesses need to know and when it takes effectAttention all current and aspiring short-term rental owners in Houston! A new ordinance regulating short-term rentals has been approved and will take effect on January 1, 2026.
Galveston cruise safety: FBI reports nearly weekly ship investigations as passengers surge
Read full article: Galveston cruise safety: FBI reports nearly weekly ship investigations as passengers surgeFederal investigators are boarding cruise ships nearly every week at the Port of Galveston to investigate crimes committed in international waters, KPRC 2 News has learned, as the Texas port experiences record-breaking passenger volumes.
Houstonians have SNAP benefits stolen, used at Chicago store. Owner says heโs not the suspect
Read full article: Houstonians have SNAP benefits stolen, used at Chicago store. Owner says heโs not the suspectSNAP benefits meant to help feed Houston families are ending up in the hands of the wrong people and being spent a thousand miles away in the Chicago area.
School board races across Texas deal losses for many conservatives
Read full article: School board races across Texas deal losses for many conservativesIssues about control of book purchases and how curriculums teach race and gender have led to change on many boards, including Keller, Katy and Mansfield ISDs.
Porter man says electricity bill never went down after going solar three years ago
Read full article: Porter man says electricity bill never went down after going solar three years agoA Porter man is seeking help after purchasing solar three years ago. He said he was promised his electric bill will go down to $0.
Former UT kicker Justin Tucker released by Ravens; team calls it a โfootball decisionโ
Read full article: Former UT kicker Justin Tucker released by Ravens; team calls it a โfootball decisionโThe Baltimore Ravens have parted ways with their all-time leading scorer in what the team is calling a โfootball decision.โ
Severe weather in the Houston area: Share your storm photos with Click2Pins
Read full article: Severe weather in the Houston area: Share your storm photos with Click2PinsSevere storms are impacting southeast Texas, and Click2Houston is encouraging residents to share photos and videos of the weather conditions through their Click2Pins.
Texas homeowners could see lower property tax bills if deal from Republican lawmakers passes
Read full article: Texas homeowners could see lower property tax bills if deal from Republican lawmakers passesLegislators in the House and Senate have reached an agreement on more property tax relief. But some critics worry the cuts arenโt sustainable forever.
Texas Health and Human Services adds 30K+ to data breach that spans nearly four years
Read full article: Texas Health and Human Services adds 30K+ to data breach that spans nearly four yearsTens of thousands of Texans are now being told their data was part of a privacy breach that dates back to 2021.
Air traffic controller staffing crisis causes cascading impacts. Does Houston have the same problem?
Read full article: Air traffic controller staffing crisis causes cascading impacts. Does Houston have the same problem?Travelers in Houston are feeling the ripple effects of significant delays at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), a major hub for United Airlines. With many Houstonians relying on flights to and from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) that connect through Newark, these disruptions could impact summer travel plans.
Number of solar-related complaints in Texas more than doubled from 2020 to 2024
Read full article: Number of solar-related complaints in Texas more than doubled from 2020 to 2024Has this happened to you?! KPRC 2's Jaewon Jung filed a public records request with the Texas Attorney General's Office and found the number of solar-related complaints more than doubled from 2020 to 2024.
Houston-area educators honored at 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Read full article: Houston-area educators honored at 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education AwardsThree Houston-area educators were recognized at the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards for their significant contributions to education.
Woman shot, killed after getting ambushed by ex-boyfriend in her NE Harris County driveway
Read full article: Woman shot, killed after getting ambushed by ex-boyfriend in her NE Harris County drivewayAuthorities say the woman's ex-boyfriend shot and killed her as she got out of her girl friend's car when they were coming back from a club.
Texas Republican lawmakers may โfinancially handcuffโ cities that donโt play by their rules
Read full article: Texas Republican lawmakers may โfinancially handcuffโ cities that donโt play by their rulesOne proposal would allow the attorney general to sue cities and freeze sales tax revenues for up to 90 days.
โHe told us not to let him goโ: One killed, more than a dozen injured in mass shooting at Houston house party
Read full article: โHe told us not to let him goโ: One killed, more than a dozen injured in mass shooting at Houston house partyA prom weekend celebration turned into a tragedy when gunfire erupted at a southeast Houston house party, leaving one teen dead and 13 others injured.
One person killed, 15 injured in shooting at a family party in southeast Houston
Read full article: One person killed, 15 injured in shooting at a family party in southeast HoustonAccording to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.
Election Day: What to know before voting in Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery Counties
Read full article: Election Day: What to know before voting in Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery Counties๐ข It's Election Day! Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM. Harris & Fort Bend voters can vote anywhere in their county; Montgomery voters at their designated precinct.
Scottie Scheffler's lead grows to 8 in the dark at his hometown Byron Nelson
Read full article: Scottie Scheffler's lead grows to 8 in the dark at his hometown Byron NelsonScottie Scheffler's lead is up to eight shots in his hometown CJ Cup Byron Nelson after the top-ranked player finished his third round in the dark.
Private school vouchers are now law in Texas. Hereโs how they will work.
Read full article: Private school vouchers are now law in Texas. Hereโs how they will work.Texas will give participating families about $10,000 to pay for their kidsโ private schooling. Other details about the program, set to launch in 2026, are unclear.
โWe want a dangerous person off the streetโ: Family seeks justice for fatherโs mysterious murder in NW Harris County
Read full article: โWe want a dangerous person off the streetโ: Family seeks justice for fatherโs mysterious murder in NW Harris CountyThe parents of a father who was mysteriously stabbed to death in his Northwest Harris County home are speaking out.
Texas strips protections for teachers, parents who share โobsceneโ material with children
Read full article: Texas strips protections for teachers, parents who share โobsceneโ material with childrenA fiery debate on the House floor Friday gave way to the Senate Bill 412โs final vote. Supporters say itโs needed to protect children.
โI will prosecute to the fullest extent of the lawโ: Harris County DA sends message to metal thieves
Read full article: โI will prosecute to the fullest extent of the lawโ: Harris County DA sends message to metal thievesThe communication lines running through neighborhoods and along freeways are a vital part of the countryโs infrastructure.
โCritical incidentโ shuts down I-45 frontage road at Highway 242 in Montgomery County
Read full article: โCritical incidentโ shuts down I-45 frontage road at Highway 242 in Montgomery CountyThe Montgomery County Sheriffโs Office says the frontage road of I-45 is shutdown in both directions at Highway 242 after what they are saying was a critical incident on the northbound flyover.
Your guide to Cinco de Mayo specials, celebrations in Houston
Read full article: Your guide to Cinco de Mayo specials, celebrations in HoustonHouston is gearing up for Cinco de Mayo with numerous venues offering festivities, food, and drink specials. Celebrations include mariachi music, specialty cocktails, and themed events across the city.
U.S. declares military zone around El Paso, allowing soldiers to arrest migrants
Read full article: U.S. declares military zone around El Paso, allowing soldiers to arrest migrantsItโs the second military zone the Trump administration has created at the border, following one on the New Mexico-Mexico border, where a group of migrants were arrested on Monday.
Scottie Scheffler leads at 18 under through 36 holes after long weather delay at the Byron Nelson
Read full article: Scottie Scheffler leads at 18 under through 36 holes after long weather delay at the Byron NelsonScottie Scheffler has padded his lead at 18 under through 36 holes after a long weather delay at his hometown PGA Tour event, the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
Surveillance video: Flash mob shoplifters targeted Houston Lululemon stores 51 times in 6 months
Read full article: Surveillance video: Flash mob shoplifters targeted Houston Lululemon stores 51 times in 6 monthsDespite Lululemon's policy against staff confronting thieves, new security measures are being implemented in response to the surge.
EXCLUSIVE: KPRC 2 goes inside U.S. Secret Service investigation into stolen SNAP benefits, skimming
Read full article: EXCLUSIVE: KPRC 2 goes inside U.S. Secret Service investigation into stolen SNAP benefits, skimmingThe rise in SNAP skimming cases has caught the attention of the top law enforcement agency that oversees financial crimes.
Former Woodlands Mall security guard charged with secretly recording children arrested again for same thing in Galveston
Read full article: Former Woodlands Mall security guard charged with secretly recording children arrested again for same thing in GalvestonGalveston Police say they responded at around 4 p.m. on April 19 to a report of a man taking photos of an underage child on the beach in the 1500 block of Seawall Boulevard.
Cha-ching! Millions of dimes spill onto Texas highway after truck rolls
Read full article: Cha-ching! Millions of dimes spill onto Texas highway after truck rollsAuthorities say millions of coins spilled onto a Texas highway this week after a tractor-trailer hauling $800,000 in dimes rolled over in an accident.
Bill to remove short-barrel firearms from Texas prohibited weapons list advances toward becoming law
Read full article: Bill to remove short-barrel firearms from Texas prohibited weapons list advances toward becoming lawTexas lawmakers consider removing short-barrel firearms from the prohibited list.
Texas man linked to cold case child sexual assaults through DNA 40 years later, gets 2 life sentences
Read full article: Texas man linked to cold case child sexual assaults through DNA 40 years later, gets 2 life sentencesDNA breakthrough! After 40 years, David Roy Mundt is sentenced to 2 life terms for assaults in TX & AZ.
Texas House panel advances THC bill with stricter regulations โ but no ban โ for hemp industry
Read full article: Texas House panel advances THC bill with stricter regulations โ but no ban โ for hemp industryLt. Gov. Dan Patrick has called banning THC products a top priority. The latest draft of the lower chamberโs THC regulation bill would allow retailers to continue selling edibles and drinks.
Crosses memorializing victims of 2022 Uvalde school shooting vandalized, police say
Read full article: Crosses memorializing victims of 2022 Uvalde school shooting vandalized, police sayPolice condemned the act as "senseless" and "cruel," further harming grieving families, and are working to identify those responsible.
Plans advance for $10 billion Exxon plastics plant on the Texas coast
Read full article: Plans advance for $10 billion Exxon plastics plant on the Texas coastOfficials at a rural school district voted on Tuesday to begin developing a tax break agreement intended to draw Exxon to their stretch of the Gulf Coast north of Corpus Christi.
๐ฐ Inside the Investigation: Flashmob thefts, student truancy, and metal thieves impacting communication lines
Read full article: ๐ฐ Inside the Investigation: Flashmob thefts, student truancy, and metal thieves impacting communication linesWe've got some thrilling investigations shaking up the Houston scene.
Two of Texasโ 10 Most Wanted captured within days
Read full article: Two of Texasโ 10 Most Wanted captured within daysTwo of Texas' 10 Most Wanted were captured in separate arrests within days. David Earl Rogers, wanted for aggravated assault and other charges, was arrested in Converse by the U.S. Marshals and DPS Special Agents.
Texas will share equipment database with local fire departments to help beat wildfires
Read full article: Texas will share equipment database with local fire departments to help beat wildfiresThe legislation, which won unanimous approval in both chambers, was written following the stateโs historic Panhandle wildfires last year.
John Bash, first candidate to enter Texas attorney generalโs race, exits
Read full article: John Bash, first candidate to enter Texas attorney generalโs race, exitsThe former federal prosecutor cited shifting priorities after a family health scare for his withdrawal, which comes less than a month after his entry into the race.
Texas weighs social media bans for minors as schools and police face challenges
Read full article: Texas weighs social media bans for minors as schools and police face challengesAs school districts struggle to control the spread online exploitation among their students, Texas lawmakers could consider banning social media from minors along with other measures in the upcoming legislative session.