The Texans flag football program has grown over 1,500 percent since 2023

“Substantial” compliance to federal court-ordered improvements should be enough to end 15-year-old lawsuit, state argues

The man accused of setting a Spring apartment building on fire, killing his own brother and injuring several others including a 3-year-old boy, is now facing additional charges.

The mailers, sent by an organization formed last month in Wyoming, implicate a Texas transgender rights group that says it was not involved.

A brochure showing up in homes across Texas is sparking a heated debate — and raising serious questions about who sent it and why.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton brought his U.S. Senate campaign to Montgomery County on Tuesday, pitching tax deductions and lower costs for families while repeatedly attacking Democratic state Rep. James Talarico, his opponent in the race.

Houston Christian University and Houston Independent School District signed a memorandum expanding HCU’s Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP) to HISD, guaranteeing admission and merit-based scholarships.

Texas voters increasingly view child care affordability as a key midterm issue as families face rising costs -- about $11,000 a year for infant care -- forcing tough work vs. care decisions. A recent poll finds 79% support tax incentives for employers offering child care solutions, highlighting broad demand for policies that boost workforce participation, family financial stability and birth-rate considerations. Lawmakers and employers are urged to consider creative supports, from on-site care and subsidies to community and multigenerational arrangements, to make work viable and strengthen Texas’s economic future.

South Carolina is ranked No. 1 in The Associated Press preseason Top 25 women's basketball poll.

The Greater Houston Coalition for Justice and LULAC declared a “State of Emergency” over recent ICE operations in Houston, citing cases that they say have caused severe harm to immigrant families.

With just two weeks until Election Day, the race for Texas’ U.S. Senate seat is heating up as Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico bring their campaigns to the Houston area.

A new report warns that the state’s air quality progress could be reversed by the end of the decade, especially if facilities use natural gas power.

Hundreds of thousands of potentially eligible Texas homeowners aren’t claiming a homestead exemption, which shaves off thousands of dollars from the taxable value of a home. Here’s how to apply.

Homeowners aren’t claiming a homestead exemption because they do not know about it or find the process too complicated, experts say.

U.S. District Judge Randy Crane will hold the first public hearing in two years this week on the lawsuit, which prompted constant court oversight of the troubled system.

Residents in a West Houston neighborhood are raising concerns about an overgrown vacant lot and a large hole covered with deteriorating plywood, citing potential safety risks for families in the area.

At a news conference, Gov. Greg Abbott said he remains dedicated to preserving parkland in Texas.

A plane was seen upside down in a marshy area near the approach of the runway at Scholes International Airport in Galveston.

Sheets, in response, called Miller the most corrupt figure in Texas government and considers his criticism a “badge of honor.”

With election security getting so much attention, KPRC 2 went behind the scenes in Galveston County to see exactly what’s being done to protect your vote.

The Court of Appeal in Turin, Italy, has partially granted the United States government’s request to extradite Harris County capital murder defendant Lee Gilley, according to a copy of the Italian court order reviewed and translated by KPRC 2 News.

A gradual warm up is expected this week

Defense lawyers asked a federal appeals court to void the conviction, arguing the cameras give police more power than the Constitution allows.

The death was confirmed by U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, who said the 56-year-old Mexican national was found unresponsive in his cell. He’s the seventh person in Texas to die while detained by ICE this year.

A house fire broke out early Oct. 18, 2026, on the 2800 block of Terry Street in Houston, prompting Houston Fire Department crews to respond at about 5:39 a.m.

Miami is now No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 for the first time since 2002.

A military service member was taken to a hospital after falling during a rappelling demonstration before a University of Texas at San Antonio football game Saturday night, according to reporting by KPRC 2’s sister station, KSAT.

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia had a social media spat Saturday.

J’Koby Williams ran for a career-high 165 yards with two touchdowns after an early fumble, Ben Roberts returned an interception for a touchdown and No. 10 Texas Tech overwhelmed Arizona State 53-25.

Florida quarterback Tramell Jones Jr. threw two touchdowns to Lacota Dippre in his first career start, Jadan Baugh scored a fourth quarter touchdown and the Gators rallied to beat No. 7 Texas 27-24 and hand the Longhorns their second consecutive loss.

Interested in working the Nov. 3 election? Find Houston-area poll-worker application links, eligibility information and questions to ask about pay and training.

Two people were shot in the neck in the parking lot of Houston’s Magnolia Club after an argument between two men escalated and both allegedly fired guns; both victims underwent surgery and are stable.

A 2-alarm fire heavily damaged the UniClean America warehouse on Antoine Drive in northwest Houston late Friday, spreading to nearby businesses and prompting a multi-department firefighting response.

An 18-wheeler overturned early this morning on the westbound Katy Freeway near North Post Oak, reportedly occurring on the exit ramp from 610 South. Houston Police responded, at least one person was transported from the scene.

Few mass shootings in the U.S. end with an armed civilian confronting the gunman, as happened during the deadly attack on an Oregon elementary school.

A 70-year-old Dayton ISD bus driver has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run that left a 14-year-old boy critically injured Friday morning, according to Dayton police.

The FBI Houston field office is investigating at a federal building as authorities investigate a series of suspicious mailings sent to addresses nationwide, including an envelope containing white powder sent to Sen. Ted Cruz’s office.

Houston police are the number one searchers of a Flock camera network more than a thousand miles away, according to new data obtained by KPRC 2 News from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Hinojosa has gone from unknown state lawmaker to Abbott’s most viable Democratic challenger yet — a surge that has dared Democrats to wonder if she could actually topple this mainstay of the Texas Republican establishment.

A 32-year-old Austin man, Hunter Kufta, was arrested on charges of online solicitation of a 15-year-old Harris County girl after allegedly contacting her online, expressing a desire to have sex and to go to a Trump rally.

The Houston Texans are off to a sluggish 1-4 start but hope their win at Tennessee can jumpstart a win streak.

District races are heating up on the final stretch of the high school football regular season across Greater Houston.

Cpt. Jerome “Pops” Kunz, a legendary Galveston shrimper whose career spanned more than 80 years, died Monday at the age of 93, his family says.

A large number of backlogged voter records have been sorted through in most Texas counties, the Secretary of State's office confirmed Thursday.

Stafford police are asking for the public’s help locating a 40-year-old man who has been missing since Oct. 6.

If Ken Paxton loses to James Talarico, blame would fall on weak Republicans who failed to close ranks, the president said on social media.

James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, is rallying supporters as he aims to become the first Democrat to win statewide in over 30 years.

Harris County officials are pushing for greater local control over data center development, citing concerns about electricity demand, water consumption, air quality and neighborhood safety as the industry expands across Texas.

Houston-area Democratic lawmakers joined fellow members of Congress in Austin Thursday for a hearing examining Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s use of force following the shooting of a Venezuelan man last month.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent letters to 156 data center developments statewide, requiring updated water-use information as his office investigates compliance with state law.

The firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan is set for Dec. 3.

The Democratic U.S. Senate nominee says he’s raised more than $134 million over the past year.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is exploring potential investments in Texas to expand chip production in the U.S. The company says it is open to collaborating with Elon Musk’s planned “Terafab” chip manufacturing complex in Texas.

With just a few weeks left before the midterm elections, Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico appeared on a CNN town hall answering audience questions.

Galveston officials are advising residents and visitors to plan ahead for street and road closures on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18. Several evens are scheduled, including ARToberfest, two cycling events, the Third Coast Pride Parade and the Toughest 10K.

A man is recovering from a broken leg and other injuries following an incident involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent — and two very different stories are emerging about what actually happened.

Camera-equipped smart glasses can look like ordinary eyewear, making it difficult to tell when someone may be recording. As the technology becomes more common, child safety experts are urging parents to talk with their children about privacy, personal safety and what to do if they suspect they are being recorded.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a coordinated warrant roundup with state and federal agencies resulted in 117 arrests, including 79 involving domestic violence offenses. Operation Break the Cycle focused on suspects who posed an ongoing risk to victims and their families.

Entergy Texas placed the 1,215-megawatt Orange County Advanced Power Station (OCAPS) into service, providing around-the-clock power for over 230,000 homes and expected to yield more than $1 billion.

The City of Liberty, Texas has been defrauded of approximately $600,000 in a sophisticated wire transfer scam, and federal investigators are now involved.

Find key dates, voter registration information, ID requirements and Houston-area election office contacts for the Nov. 3, 2026, Texas election.

Sugar Land has launched a 90-day feral hog mitigation pilot program (Oct. 1–Dec. 30) to document hog activity, damage, and priority areas before pursuing management actions, relying on resident sightings.

Solar customers now have new protections in Texas, including cancellation and disclosure requirements. But enforcement and older contracts remain complicated.

Voting rights groups are asking a judge to enforce a 2021 settlement aimed at providing reliable online registration through DPS.

Gulf moisture returns ahead of a late week cool down

Residents in the Spring area will head to the polls in three weeks to decide whether to raise property taxes to provide additional funding for Spring Independent School District.

Unable to abort two unplanned pregnancies because of the law, the woman is suing Students for Life for the cost of raising the children. The group posted about buying the pills undercover.

A mother of four faces a long recovery after deputies say four dogs attacked her near Lake Livingston. The owner was cited, and the dogs are under quarantine.

Two people are dead after a major crash involving three vehicles, including one that caught fire, shut down all eastbound lanes of the I-10 East Freeway at Monmouth Drive, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

College application fees can range from $50 to $100 per school.

The U.S. Army is deploying hundreds of soldiers to Texas' Rio Grande Valley in response to what it says are signs of elevated activity from Mexican drug cartels.

Two months after two children died in a RV fire in Liberty County, their parents are now charged with murder.

Investigators have arrested a woman in Galveston after receiving a cyber-tip that she had solicited the sale of a 12-year-old child for sex.

TDCJ, which estimates climate control will cost $1.5 billion, said the federal judge’s order imposes “chaos and confusion” on the country’s largest prison system.

According to Texas EquuSearch a body believed to be that of 16-year-old Noah Dominguez was recovered around 2 p.m. Sunday, at Surfside Beach. Authorities have not confirmed the person’s identity.

A man is dead after a shooting this afternoon at an apartment complex near George Bush International Airport. Duputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office got to the scene on N Sam Houston Parkway just before 5:45 p.m on Sunday.

Georgia is back on top of the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2024 after a hard-fought 20-17 win over Alabama.

Georgia moved up to No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 following its win at Alabama.

Tate Sandell kicked a 47-yard field goal on the final play and Oklahoma overcame its continued offensive ineptitude with touchdowns on special teams and defense in a 27-24 win over No. 1 Texas in the Red River rivalry game Saturday.

Texas has carried out seven executions in 2026, with the most recent taking place Oct. 7, according to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

The Trump administration is pushing forward with a $46 billion border wall from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' concerned look just got more bleak.

Bucky Irving ran for a career-high 165 yards, including a 72-yard run to set up the touchdown that put Tampa Bay ahead for good while scoring twice himself, and the Buccaneers beat the Dallas Cowboys 24-16 night for their first win of the season.

A squad of Democratic lawmakers is pushing to limit the power of state-appointed officials who step in and take over struggling school districts, ousting locally elected trustees. A commission out of Houston, where the public school district is facing the largest school takeover in Texas history, recommended raising the bar for when the education commissioner […]

President Donald Trump’s visit to San Antonio on Wednesday brought repeated interruptions from protesters, demonstrations outside Freeman Coliseum and a campaign push for Texas Republicans ahead of the November election.

A lot of sniffling and sneezing as pollen continues to rise across southeast Texas.

Texas homeowners and drivers may be seeing some relief from high insurance costs, with several companies filing rate decreases that could affect millions of policyholders across the state.

With gas prices climbing, Amazon is giving Prime members a bigger break at the pump just in time for the holiday travel season.

Is Pier Galveston’s 19 holding up — or is it due for a major overhaul? That’s the question on Galveston’s working waterfront, where some business owners and tenants who work these docks every day say the pier is in serious need of attention. They’re pointing to worn boards, uneven surfaces, aging pilings and spots where the concrete appears to be sinking.

WR Tank Dell returned to practice but no timetable is set on a return.

President Donald Trump fought to rally Texas voters behind Senate candidate Ken Paxton as a series of protests disrupted his rally in San Antonio.

ENOUGH asked all 181 Texas lawmakers about data center regulation, including water use, power, emissions and local control. Here’s who responded and what they said.

2023 changes let utilities seek quicker rate adjustments. ENOUGH's Amy Davis looks into what this means for your bills.

ENOUGH mapped the documented shootings and took a closer look at four Texas cases in Austin, Houston, Rio Grande City and South Padre Island — examining what happened, what federal agencies said and what the public has learned since.

Several southbound lanes of I-45 are closed in Montgomery County after a pedestrian was fatally struck by a 18-wheeler.

Friendswood police have made another arrest connected to an organized gold scam targeting elderly victims.

Opal Lee, a driving force in making Juneteenth a federal holiday, spent her 100th birthday on Wednesday at the center of celebrations in her Texas hometown.

Gov. Greg Abbott is making property tax elimination a centerpiece of his campaign for a fourth term. The proposal could save some homeowners thousands of dollars a year, but experts and school officials say the state would have to find a new way to replace billions in local school funding.

Thousands of STAAR reading results improved after humans rescored students’ written answers. Most of the initial grading was done by an automated engine.

Lawyers for Jamaal Howard are asking Gov. Greg Abbott for a 30-day reprieve after two lethal injections failed to kill Christa Pike, leaving her hospitalized.