Katy Tigers adjusting to younger group, smallest senior class coach has seen in years
Itโs always hard to list the top high school teams in Houston without mentioning the Katy Tigers. Year after year theyโre always in contention. A big reason why, head coach Gary Joseph whoโs been in charge for over four decades.
Houston-area Venezuelans take part in global day of protest against President Nicholas Maduro
Thousands of Venezuelans, including those with ties to the United States for decades, are taking part in a global day of protest.
Katy ISD says students canโt have cell phones on during school hours, and itโs not the only district cracking down๐ฒ๐ซ
One major district in the Greater Houston area has announced a new cell phone policy that is being widely discussed as the school year gets underway.
The Ballard House Katy celebrating milestone this summer โ 100,000 nights of no-cost housing
The facility provides no-cost temporary housing for individuals and caregivers undergoing medical treatment in Houston, see how they continue to give back.
Katy daycare left in limbo after CenterPoint only partially restored power, live wire still hanging near building
A Katy daycare has been in limbo for several days after CenterPoint Energy partially fixed its generators and hasnโt sent a lineman to finish the job.
10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris County
Detectives say the hit-and-run driver dragged the little boy's bike for a short period and his bike was found half a mile away from the crash site.
Baby found abandoned on walking trail released from hospital, taken in by foster family
The infant that was found abandoned on a walking trail near a bayou last week has been discharged from a Houston-area hospital and placed with foster parents.
โHow can somebody do this:โ Just born baby abandoned in Harris Co.
Just as the sun was rising in the sky Saturday morning, a baby was born. Before lunch, a man dumped the baby on a walking trail near a bayou in Harris County.
โNo kids, pleaseโ: Typhoon Texas hosts 21+ โGrown-Up Getawayโ
Looking for a way to avoid children but still enjoy fun games and attractions? Typhoon Texas announced it will open exclusively for those 21 years old and up on Friday night.
Katy ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch to children (even if theyโre not students)
School is out for the summer but Katy ISD is still feeding kiddos, offering free breakfast and lunch to anyone under 18 years of age, regardless if they are a student within the district.
Whatโs Going Around: Strep, pink eye and more viruses popping up in Houston area
As one school year comes to an end, KPRC 2 health reporter Haley Hernandez shows how viruses and stomach bugs are going around.
Investigation underway after man killed on Katy Freeway by driver who โshowed signs of intoxicationโ
Houston authorities are investigating a crash on the Katy Freeway involving a possibly impaired driver that left one man dead.
Katy ISD high school teacher accused of owning child pornography, taking candid photos of students
A Katy ISD high school teacher told detectives heโd been looking at child pornography his entire adult life, according to prosecutors with Fort Bend County.
Feds investigate another Texas school district for its gender identity mandate
Katy ISDโs board voted this past fall to require staff to notify parents if their child wants to use a different pronoun or identifies as a different gender.
How to watch: Douglas, Lee, Carey headline 2024 American Classic
The road to Paris will make a stop in Katy, Texas for the American Classic, as some of the nationโs top gymnasts, including Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas, Jade Carey and Suni Lee will hope to make a statement ahead of a busy summer competition schedule.
Former worker sentenced for embezzling more than $280K from Katy nonprofit
Court records say Janet Medrano, A.K.A. Janet Jackson, 49, left the nonprofit on the brink of bankruptcy due to embezzling thousands of dollars using four different schemes.
Granny Basketballโs new league in Katy is looking for energetic and fun women over 50 to participate
Tessa hit the court to experience Granny Basketball. The league just added a new team of women out in Katy. She found out how these women are proving the sport has no limits when it comes to age.
Katy ISD teacher and husband arrested in home renovation scheme, accused of gambling away client money
A Houston-area couple is in custody, accused of taking thousands of dollars from home renovation clients and never finishing the work.
Garbage Girlfriend performs on Houston Life before headlining KPRC 2 Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest
One of our favorite bands is back in Studio B. Garbage Girlfriend is the all-female teen rock band from Katy and returned to Houston Life to perform their song 'Love Sacrifice'. The girls are set to headline KPRC 2's Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest at Discovery Green.
Damage assessment underway after severe storms hit Houston
Severe storms wreaked havoc in Houston overnight, causing damage to buildings and knocking out power for thousands of residents. Thankfully, the storms have passed and sunny skies are on the way! #HoustonWeather #StormDamage
Update: Katy Woman, wife of Judge, granted $100K bond in fatal shooting case
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the nephew recently graduated from college and was staying with the family but an argument ensued because Mei Huang Wolfe, 48. may have โfelt that [the nephew] wasnโt welcomeโ to stay with them anymore.
โTheyโre going to pull through:โ Nanny of 2 toddlers hit by vehicle in Katy pushed them aside, prevented direct impact
A nannyโs actions are being credited after she and two toddlers were struck by a vehicle in the Katy area Saturday.
A smelly situation: Houston residentsโ complaints continue over trash not being picked up by Texas Pride Disposal
And the saga continues as complaints continue to pour in about the frustration surrounding inconsistent trash pickup from Texas Pride Disposal.
Step into โJurassic World: The Exhibition,โ a massive 20,000 square foot immersive dinosaur exhibit now open in Katy
Go face-to-face with life-sized dinosaurs including the Brachiosaurus, the Velociraptor, and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!
The man behind Proud Pie in Katy is hitting all the right notes with new guitar charity venture
March 14th is Pi Day! We're celebrating with delicious pie from Proud Pie in Katy. They're known for their artisan pies and gourmet coffee. But, did you know their owner Scott Chapman, is also giving back to Texas charities through his one-of-a-kind guitars signed by musicians? Find out how he's giving back in the interview above.
NFL panel of Johnathan Joseph, Malcolm Butler, Tyus Bowser, Denzel Perryman, Justin Allen, Ronald Ollie share knowledge
Conversations conducted at Dick's Sporting Goods with NFL players
Retired Harris County deputy questions Katy ISD arming elementary schools with security guards
A retired Harris County sheriff deputy is criticizing Katy Independent School Districtโs plan arming elementary school security guards.
Security guards at Katy ISD will now carry guns; Does this make you feel safer sending your students to class?
Major changes are coming to the Katy Independent School District this year, and one in particular may be concerning to parents.
All northbound lanes of West Grand Parkway South closed near Katy after fiery 18-wheeler crash
All of the northbound lanes of West Grand Parkway South near Katy, Texas are closed after an 18-wheeler crashed and was engulfed in flames, according to the Harris County Sheriffโs Office.
Seven Lakes HS senior โblessedโ to be nominated for 2024 McDonalds All-American Games despite injury
Standout senior Justice Carlton not only leads her team she can now proudly proclaim that she is a 2024 McDonaldโs All-American.
โSomething was wrongโ: Family tracked phone of Katy-area triple murder victim to short-term rental, found crime scene
The search for a shooter is entering its third day after three people were killed early Sunday while attending a birthday party at a short-term rental home in Katy.
Watches, coins, and jewelry, oh my! U.S. Coins & Jewelry has you covered for Valentineโs Day gifting
Chocolates and flowers are nice but if you really want to impress your valentine - give them something that sparkles! Matthew Duncan from U.S. Coins and jewelry has some Valentine's Day gift ideas.
โWe will have the heaters onโ: Fuzzyโs Pizza in Katy opening its door for people who lose power during arctic blast
The legacy continues to rise for Hajjar. He owns Fuzzyโs Pizza store on Mason Road in Katy. Heโs preparing to help the community in a big way ahead of the arctic blast.
Houston area rockets to the top: Master-planned communities dominate national rankings
Buckle up as we explore how the Houston areaโs master-planned communities are not just changing the real estate game โ theyโre dominating it.
Houston, weโve got housing hotspots: Cypress and Katy ZIP codes sizzle in 2023 rankings ๐ก
The suburbs of Cypress and Katy are stealing the spotlight, topping the charts as the most sought-after locales.
Suspected New Yearโs Eve celebratory gunfire hits multiple properties in Katy neighborhood
Multiple properties in the Jasmine Heights subdivision in Katy were struck by bullets on New Yearโs Eve.
CHECK YOUR TICKET!๐ธ $2 million Powerball ticket sold in Katy; Powerball Jackpot grows to over $700 million
The Powerball Jackpot continues to grow to more than $700 million and there is one lucky person who bought a ticket in Katy.
Katy ISD parents, what are your thoughts or questions on Title IX? Ask them here
Students in the Katy Independent School District are making their voices heard by attempting to defend their rights after a new policy forces school leaders to inform parents if their child chooses to be referred to as a different pronoun.
Student group files Title IX complaint against Katy ISDโs gender fluidity policy
A student group has filed a formal Title IX complaint with the U.S. Department of Educationโs Office of Civil Rights challenging the Katy ISD's policy requiring schools to notify parents if their child comes out as transgender or changes preferred pronouns.
Teen killed in west Harris County shooting was former CyFair ISD student
A man was shot and killed in west Harris County Tuesday, prompting multiple Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District campuses to go into โSecure the Buildingโ mode, the Harris County Sheriffโs Office said.
2 men charged months after being caught on camera breaking into mailboxes at Katy business park
Two men are facing federal charges after they allegedly broke into a cluster mailbox in Katy back in August.
Upfront Home Services offers many services for a cleaner, healthier, like-new home
UpFront Home Services offers everything from carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, air duct cleaning and more -- all with an authentic and honest service experience.
Katy ISD partnering with Cody Stephens Foundation to give student-athletes, staff heart screenings for free
For more than a decade, KPRC 2 and Bill Spencer have partnered with the Cody Stephens Foundation to offer life-saving heart screenings that are free of charge.
โItโs very upsettingโ: Family claims button batteries were found in 3-year-oldโs Rainforest Cafรฉ burger
Rainforest Cafรฉ's slogan is โa wild place to shop and eatโ -- but one Katy family said they were shocked to find a button battery in their meal during a recent visit.
3 teenagers hurt, 6 detained after gunshots fired in parking lot of Katy Mills Mall
The Katy Police Department said a total of three teenagers were taken to the hospital after gunshots rang out in the parking lot of Katy Mills Mall Saturday.
1 hurt after shots fired in Katy Mills Mall parking lot; Katy PD chief: itโs โnot an active-shooter situationโ
One person was hurt after shots were fired in the parking lot of Katy Mills Mall, according to Katy Police Chief J. Noe Diaz.
Spencer Solves It: Helping hair stylist whose mobile salon was stolen in Katy
Hair stylist Dee Foster holds all she has left of her $40,000, specially equipped, mobile hair salon while shaking her head in disbelief.
Therapistโs ex-wife sentenced to nearly 5 years for defrauding Medicaid of more than $600K, stealing patient information
A 48-year-old Katy woman has been sentenced to prison for defrauding Medicaid of more than $600,000, the United States Department of Justice announced Tuesday.
Katy ISD voters in favor of Propositions A and B for districtโs bond program
Unofficial results from the Katy Independent School Districtโs bond election indicated approval of Propositions A and B by voters, constituting more than 95% of the 2023 bond program.
Expert shares tips to protect against aggressive dogs after 4 attacks in Greater Houston area in past month
KPRC 2 stopped by the Houston Humane Society to find out what someone should do if they see an aggressive dog coming their way. We spoke with Behavior Enrichment Manager Kymee Bair.
2 DPS troopers injured while responding to pursuit in west Harris County
Two troopers from the Texas Department of Safety were reportedly injured while responding to a pursuit of a suspect in West Harris County.
KPRC 2+ On Tap: No Label Brewing Company stirs up unique and refreshing flavors
Nestled in the heart of Katy, Texas, No Label Brewing Company has been brewing unique and refreshing flavors since its inception in 2010.
โIt just breaks my heartโ: Houston hairstylistโs mobile hair salon for special needs children stolen in Katy
A local hairstylist, who offers haircuts to children with special needs in a mobile salon, had her trailer stolen in Katy, Texas on Monday.
Letโs bounce! FUNBOX, the worldโs biggest bounce park has just opened at Katy Mills
The 25,000 square foot outdoor inflatable playground is set up in the Katy Mills Mall parking lot for a limited time.
โCallous disregard for human lifeโ: Katy man gets 50 years for fatal 2021 shooting at west Houston motel
A Katy man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for a 2021 murder at a motel in west Houston.
Suspected thieves trick senior Katy couple; steal $4K worth of expensive items from home
Elisa Wilson and her husband James made a list of the expensive gold treasures and jewelry that a group of thieves stole from them over the weekend in a very thought-out scheme.
Conroe ISD board halts voting on removing โsexually explicitโ books in district libraries until November
Parents of students who attend Conroe Independent School District anticipate the Board of Trustees to discuss the districtโs policy on its removal policy of selected library books ahead of Tuesday nightโs meeting.
Mail theft victims catch thieves on camera AGAIN
KPRC 2 Investigates mail theft. It is a growing crime costing people and businesses tens of thousands of dollars. Investigator Amy Davis has an update to a Katy case we showed you more than two months ago.
2 large pit bulls shot in Katy area after attacking 3 people, including HCSO deputy
A deputy and two others were injured Wednesday morning following a dog attack in the Katy area, according to the Harris County Sheriffโs Office.