KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2026.
Texas Southern University says it’s “listening and engaging in good faith” after students rallied outside President J.W. Crawford III’s office over graduation transparency
Texas Southern University is celebrating academic excellence with a high-energy tradition that will send thousands of students onto the basketball court.
Texas Southern University says it has hit several key benchmarks in its first 25 days of “Operation Tiger Reset,” a 100‑day plan launched in response to a blistering state audit of the university’s finances.
A bench warrant has been issued for a Texas Southern University basketball player after federal prosecutors accused him of helping fix college games as part of a sprawling gambling operation.
Texas Southern University earns the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification on its first application, becoming the first HBCU in Texas to hold both the designation and Carnegie R2 research status.
Patrick previously requested a Texas Rangers investigation into any criminal wrongdoing at TSU, one of the nation’s largest historically Black colleges.
Acres Homes Chamber leaders say the unexpected pause of a $44,000 annual state allocation, distributed through TSU, creates an immediate financial strain as the university undergoes multiple state investigations.
The former Houston ISD superintendent was the first Black person to lead the Department of Education and helped launch the No Child Left Behind Act.
State Auditor Lisa Collier said university staff vacancies for “critical” financial responsibilities have contributed to delays in financial reporting, as well as poor asset oversight and weak contracting processes.
The Texas Southern University is accused of potentially misusing state funds following monthslong audit report.
Texas Southern University (TSU) is implementing a major change to its traditional homecoming schedule this year — and the move is drawing mixed reactions from students.
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has sparked a wave of reflection among college students.
Get ready, Houston! The 2025 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands takes over NRG Stadium August 22-24, featuring powerhouse HBCU bands like Texas Southern’s Ocean of Soul — who’ll bring music, tradition, and a heartfelt tribute to local flood victims. Beyond the epic performances, enjoy community events, career fairs, and more.
Political violence targeting elected officials demands immediate action and stronger preventive measures, according to a Texas Southern University expert analyzing the recent fatal shootings of Minnesota lawmakers.
Texas Southern University has announced a $400,000 scholarship fund honoring the late Rev. Dr. William A. Lawson, a beloved civil rights leader and founder of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church. Made possible through a partnership between the church and TSU’s Office of Civil Rights, the scholarship will support students pursuing degrees in fields tied to Lawson’s legacy of faith, education, and social justice.
Two men have been arrested for suspected involvement in a fatal shooting that caused a lockdown at Texas Southern University.
The lawsuit alleges Kevin Granger propositioned the woman for sex, groped her, and said if she complied, he could “help her career.”
FBI Houston said Edward Wayne Rene was sentenced to 8 years in prison for theft of a public servant and sexual performance by a minor.
From a 0.2 GPA to valedictorian, Angelo Canty’s journey is a powerful comeback story. After serving nine years in the Army and returning to school alongside his wife, Canty found purpose, community, and academic success at Texas Southern University — proving it’s never too late to rewrite your story.
Join TSU for practical tools for improving communication and handling conflicts effectively. This event is open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to learn from an expert in conflict resolution.
Following a recent safety scare at Florida State University, students and staff at Texas Southern University in Houston are reflecting on the importance of security at their own public campus.
The Urban Community Safety Symposium, Community Safety Reimagined – Technology, Policy, and Solutions, is scheduled to be held on May 20 at the Jesse H. Jones School of Business.
Texas Southern University's debate team has once again proven its prowess by clinching its fifth world championship at the 35th Annual International Forensics Association’s Speech and Debate Tournament in South Korea!
In the 1960s, a wave of non-violent resistance surged across the United States as college students took a stand for civil rights, famously engaging in what they called “good trouble.”
A midair collision between two planes near Washington D.C. has sent shockwaves through the aviation community, prompting urgent discussions about safety and regulation changes.
Beyoncé lit up the stage with a spectacular cowgirl-themed halftime show during the Texans vs. Ravens Christmas Day game, bringing Houston pride to the forefront.
TSU’s Tiger Promise will cover tuition and other mandatory fees not covered by other federal or state aid and scholarships for eligible students in households earning less than $125K. Click the article to see how it works:
With stops in Houston and the Rio Grande Valley, Allred hopes to make the race competitive by running up the tally with the core of the Democratic base.
The Richardsons love their respective schools. She’s a panther; he’s a tiger, but they never let the game get in the way.
As the 2024 college football season approaches, two Houston hometown HBCU teams are preparing for a thrilling home opener coming up this weekend.
The Texas Southern Tigers are looking to Cris Dishman to pull the program out of a malaise that’s stretched back a decade. Dishman took over for Clarence McKinney, who had a 12-35 record with the Tigers. One focus Dishman is working on early in camp is to raise they team’s football IQ.
Several students who attend both the University of Houston and Texas Southern University spoke at Tuesday’s council meeting about METRO’s decision to halt the construction of the University Corridor.
Authorities identified the driver, Reginald James House, and said he died at the scene. Two little girls, 5 and 7 years old, respectively were passengers in the car and were taken to the hospital for minor injuries.
Police say while they were investigating a DWI crash and detaining a driver, a shooting victim came up to them seeking help and during all of that, another driver suspected of DWI crashed into a tow truck.
Supporters say developing hydrogen as a fuel is critical to slowing climate change. Critics are concerned that producing it with fossil fuels will prop up the oil and gas industry.
The TSU aviation program now boasts a fleet of nine planes. The latest addition, ‘N927TS,’ pays homage to the university’s founding year in 1927.
Dr. Robert Bullard, Director of the Bullard Center for Environmental & Climate Justice, joined KPRC 2 News Today at 10 to share impact of this grant.
After what Texas Southern athletic director, Kevin Granger described as a “lengthy process,” the Tigers hired and introduced former Houston Oiler Cris Dishman as their new head football coach.
Houston is welcoming former Oiler Cris Dishman back to the Bayou City as the new head football coach for Texas Southern University.
A new law dismantling the state’s diversity, equity and inclusion offices at publicly-funded universities and colleges will go into effect in 2024.
Following a demand letter calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to address the disparity in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) funding, Texas State Democratic leaders and legal advocates are addressing the historical inequalities in these institutions of higher learning.
An investigation is underway after three students from Yates High School were stabbed following an argument near the University of Houston Tuesday evening.
The Houston hottie herself came back home this week to surprise recipients of the Flamin’ Hot scholarship fund at her alma mater, Texas Southern University. KPRC 2 Moriah Ballard has the recap
Texas continues to struggle with maternal mortality and morbidity, despite a decade of tracking and reviewing these cases. Four new research centers will pilot innovative solutions.
The semester for college students is getting HOTTER -- and just in time for homecoming!
Houston police officers are responding to a shooting they said involves outside law enforcement.
The Madd Hatta is awarding up to 10 students from TSU's School of Communications with $1,000 each in scholarship money. Here's how to apply!
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents announced Friday the retirement of the university’s president, Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young.
Texas Southern University and Rice University are holding an event on Tuesday to announce a new partnership to help students grow and expand their research programs.
Texas Southern University’s Aviation Science and Technology program is reaching new heights with the approval of a training facility at the Houston Spaceport.
The National African American Male Wellness Agency hosted the 1st ever walk at Texas Southern University, and local groups are making sure Black men in Houston are prioritizing their health.
Texas Southern University’s cheer squad made history this past weekend by becoming the first historically Black college to win a national title at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) College National Championship.
In front of the Martin Luther King building at Texas Southern University is an iconic sculpture called African Queen Mother. The sculpture showcases a portion of Black history lost during slavery and symbolizes the triumphant journey of TSU. It highlights the early pioneers and supporters who made way for the next generation of artists.
Texas Southern University has experienced decades of impactful history in the more than 90 years since its founding. One moment in particular that stands out is TSU sit-in.
At a young age, the Houston outdoorsman and fisherman noticed there were not many fishermen that looked like him and decided to take matters into his own hands. “I grew up in Sunnyside in Houston, Texas, “ Franklin said. “I’ve been watching fishing television shows for years. Until recently, you never saw anyone that looked like my dad, let alone me, promoting the outdoors.”
HBCU All-Stars LLC has announced that the 2023 HBCU All-Star Game, a college basketball showcase highlighting the best HBCU players in the country, will be held at Texas Southern University’s H&PE Arena on Sunday, April 2.
As the hip-hop genre turns 50 years old, Donnie Houston, a local Houston producer, DJ, content creator, artist, and historian, has gone out of his way to preserve every aspect he can about the sound, its people, and its culture.
With Houston having a higher-than-average crime rate and Harris County’s incarceration rate reportedly the highest in Texas, researchers at Texas Southern University are taking a deeper dive into understanding why and what’s working.
A Houston man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison after he shot and killed a Texas Southern University student back in 2018.
It’s homecoming season for most historically Black colleges and universities across the nation, and many are making plans to travel to their beloved alma maters to celebrate culture, tradition, and educational excellence (if they haven’t already).
Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. on Houston Life, Texas Southern University is celebrating homecoming 2022. This year’s theme, ‘Destination: Tiger Nation.’ On Wednesday, we’re live from the pep rally on campus. Homecoming week is from Oct. 23-29.
A Texas judge has dismissed illegal voting charges against a Houston man who drew widespread attention after standing in line six hours to cast a ballot in the 2020 presidential primary.
The SFA Board of Regents is expected to decide whether to join a system before the end of the semester. The Texas A&M, Texas State, Texas Tech and University of Texas systems have all expressed interest in adding the Nacogdoches school to their folds.
Texas Southern University is hosting the NASA “HBCU/MSI Technology Infusion Road Tour” from Sept. 13-15, which will give the university and its students access to internship opportunities and provide faculty and staff with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and research-focused partnership opportunities.
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion’s foundation is giving back to the community by making a stop at Texas Southern University this year for the Joy is our Journey Dream Bus Tour.
Texas Southern University launching a new college that will create a pathway for people who started college but did not complete their degree program.
Texas Southern University and Houston Community College announced their partnership agreement that will provide an easy transition for HCC students to transfer to TSU, according to a release.
Celebrities Nene Leakes, Slim Thug, Ray J, Lamar Odom, Big Freedia, Stacey Dash, DreamDoll, and India Love took on the challenge of higher education while being welcomed into Tiger nation and getting a taste of what it’s like to attend historically Black college Texas Southern University.
Houston Newsmakers: Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee on the road to celebration of Juneteenth, and more
Wednesday, on KPRC 2+, Craig Jackson, Professor of Law at Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, broke down the legal ramifications to the possibility of overturning Roe v. Wade.
Many Texas public universities have committed to accepting students who do not submit SAT or ACT standardized test scores, signaling that test-optional policies could be here to stay.
From the classroom to the airport runway, students at Texas Southern University are exploring the skies and becoming one step closer to becoming a pilot for a major airline company.
With travel picking up nearly 90% of pre-pandemic numbers, officials with the Southwest Airlines Pilot’s Association said their pilots are concerned over fatigue.
From the gridiron to the classroom, the Houston Texans are teaming up with Texas Southern University for a special partnership.
Texas Southern University is partnering with Southwest Airlines to bring a pathway for the next generation of pilots via a recruitment program.
Texas Southern University women's basketball head coach Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, a WNBA and Houston Comets legend, announced her retirement from coaching on Thursday.
Texas Southern defeated Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 76-67 in their NCAA First Four game, advancing to the field of 64 in NCAA Tournament action on Tuesday.