KP George KO’d in primary race for reelection as Fort Bend County Judge
Read full article: KP George KO’d in primary race for reelection as Fort Bend County JudgeIncumbent County Judge KP George, who is set to face a felony criminal trial next Tuesday, fell to fifth place in the Republican primary, effectively ending his bid for a third term.
Six analysts join KPRC 2 to break down Primary 2026 — and to answer your questions
Read full article: Six analysts join KPRC 2 to break down Primary 2026 — and to answer your questionsSix analysts from across the political spectrum will join KPRC 2 News in-studio tonight from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. to analyze the incoming results of tonight’s primary election and the top issues driving voters to the polls.
DPS urges Texans to use iWatchTexas program to report suspicious activity
Read full article: DPS urges Texans to use iWatchTexas program to report suspicious activityThe Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding Texans about a tool they can use to help keep their schools and communities safe.
The Houston 1000 taking over diamonds across the city; Nation’s biggest select tournament
Read full article: The Houston 1000 taking over diamonds across the city; Nation’s biggest select tournamentFields all across the city are buzzing with energy as more than a thousand teams roll into town for the Houston 1000 Super NIT — a tournament many consider the “grandaddy” of select youth baseball.
INFO: HISD reveals details for school reassignments, transportation plans after voting to close 12 Houston schools
Read full article: INFO: HISD reveals details for school reassignments, transportation plans after voting to close 12 Houston schoolsAfter a unanimous 9–0 vote by the Houston Independent School District Board of Managers, HISD is moving forward with a plan to close or consolidate 12 campuses by the end of the 2025–26 school year.
‘We’re sick’: Family finds out from KPRC 2 about murder suspect’s release from jail hours before being charged
Read full article: ‘We’re sick’: Family finds out from KPRC 2 about murder suspect’s release from jail hours before being chargedHours after Houston police announced that a suspect had been arrested and charged in a murder earlier this week, KPRC 2 News confirmed that the suspect had actually been released on bond hours before the murder charge was filed.
The Voice We’ll Miss: Longtime KPRC 2 caller leaves a legacy of finding the special in every day
Read full article: The Voice We’ll Miss: Longtime KPRC 2 caller leaves a legacy of finding the special in every dayA 99-year-old Houston man called our newsroom every single day to ask: “Tell me the national day.” Then one day, the calls stopped.
Houston schools closures explained: A Q&A with HISD Superintendent Mike Miles
Read full article: Houston schools closures explained: A Q&A with HISD Superintendent Mike MilesWhy is Houston ISD closing schools now? Superintendent Mike Miles explains what changed since November and what it means for families.
FULL EXCHANGE: Mayor Whitmire, Councilmember Pollard share heated exchange over HISD closures, superintendent’s absence
Read full article: FULL EXCHANGE: Mayor Whitmire, Councilmember Pollard share heated exchange over HISD closures, superintendent’s absenceDuring a tense exchange at Houston City Council, Councilmember Edward Pollard pressed Mayor John Whitmire to bring Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles before council to answer questions about the district’s plan to close 12 campuses.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George open to possible pretrial deal: ‘It’s always an option’
Read full article: Fort Bend County Judge KP George open to possible pretrial deal: ‘It’s always an option’At 9 a.m. Wednesday, Fort Bend County Judge KP George will enter a courtroom, take a seat at the defense table, and witness the start of his criminal trial on money laundering charges.
Judge pauses SB 12: What changes for Houston ISD and Katy ISD
Read full article: Judge pauses SB 12: What changes for Houston ISD and Katy ISDA federal judge temporarily banned Houston Independent School District (HISD), Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD), and Plano Independent School District (PISD) from enforcing sections 3,7,24, and 27 of Senate Bill 12 (SB 12). The remaining ISDs in Texas must follow SB 12 as written.
Houston attorney back in jail as police investigate possible murder of man who went missing in 2024
Read full article: Houston attorney back in jail as police investigate possible murder of man who went missing in 2024A Houston attorney is back behind bars as police continue investigating the disappearance — and possible murder — of a man who has been missing for nearly two years.
From Klein to the Olympics: Gold medalist Chad Hedrick reflects on his legacy
Read full article: From Klein to the Olympics: Gold medalist Chad Hedrick reflects on his legacyIt doesn’t take long to realize the number one athlete on that list is Spring native Chad Hedrick, who competed in not one but two Olympic Games in speed skating.
Eastbound I-10 mainlanes reopen following weekend bridge repairs at Houston Avenue
Read full article: Eastbound I-10 mainlanes reopen following weekend bridge repairs at Houston AvenueTxDOT officials said I-10 eastbound at Houston Avenue is reopen following weekend repairs to the Houston Avenue bridge.
What to do if you’re being stalked: Expert shares critical steps to stay safe
Read full article: What to do if you’re being stalked: Expert shares critical steps to stay safeStalking is one of the strongest warning signs that violence could escalate — and experts say knowing what steps to take early can make a difference.
Our Town: Student Conservation Association Plants Roots for Change in Channelview
Read full article: Our Town: Student Conservation Association Plants Roots for Change in ChannelviewIn this week’s Our Town, we head to Channelview — a close-knit community surrounded by petrochemical plants and the environmental pressures that often come with them.
TSU professor reflects on life-changing interview with Jesse Jackson and his lasting impact on Houston
Read full article: TSU professor reflects on life-changing interview with Jesse Jackson and his lasting impact on HoustonAs tributes pour in for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, one Houston journalist-turned educator is reflecting on a moment that helped define her life’s work.
Investigation underway after 3 victims drive to Houston hospital with multiple gunshot wounds
Read full article: Investigation underway after 3 victims drive to Houston hospital with multiple gunshot woundsOfficials with Harris County Sheriff’s Office have arrived at a Houston hospital after a patient arrived with multiple gunshot wounds.
Texas Primary Elections: Where to find your polling locations, sample ballots, county by county
Read full article: Texas Primary Elections: Where to find your polling locations, sample ballots, county by countyPolling locations and sample ballots, county by county, for the Texas Primary Elections on March 3.
‘No inspection needed’: Harris County Tax Office employees accused of processing fraudulent docs with private company
Read full article: ‘No inspection needed’: Harris County Tax Office employees accused of processing fraudulent docs with private companyTwo former Harris County Tax Office employees and two local business owners were arrested this week for allegedly defrauding taxpayers out of tens of thousands of dollars by illegally processing vehicle registrations and title transfers.
Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones mourns the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson
Read full article: Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones mourns the passing of Rev. Jesse JacksonOn Tuesday, Harris County Pct. 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones issued a statement mourning the death of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, calling him a transformative figure in American history.
Where have all the students gone? Enrollment declines drive tough decisions in Houston-area school districts
Read full article: Where have all the students gone? Enrollment declines drive tough decisions in Houston-area school districtsPublic school districts across the Houston metro area are facing a difficult reality: fewer students are enrolled, and in Texas, fewer students often mean less funding.
As HISD considers closing 12 schools, what could happen to the buildings
Read full article: As HISD considers closing 12 schools, what could happen to the buildingsAs HISD considers closing 12 schools, longtime residents and realtors debate what could happen to the campuses, from redevelopment to reinvestment.
5 Alvin High School seniors say coach left them behind after final game
Read full article: 5 Alvin High School seniors say coach left them behind after final gameFive Alvin High School seniors on the girls’ varsity basketball team say their coach left them behind at Dawson High School after the team lost its final game.
Porter man arrested after girlfriend’s young relatives expose multiple incidents of alleged sexual abuse
Read full article: Porter man arrested after girlfriend’s young relatives expose multiple incidents of alleged sexual abuseThe Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of sexually abusing two 10-year-old children following an investigation that began earlier this week in Porter.
Man dies after being shot, crashing car into parked vehicle, home garage
Read full article: Man dies after being shot, crashing car into parked vehicle, home garageA man is dead after crashing his vehicle into a parked car and a residential garage in northwest Harris County, according to authorities.
Legendary Houston sketch artist ‘unretires’ for Nancy Guthrie case
Read full article: Legendary Houston sketch artist ‘unretires’ for Nancy Guthrie caseA former Houston Police Department sketch artist, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most successful in her field, has volunteered her expertise to help identify a masked individual captured in the Nancy Guthrie video.
‘World-class’: Texans President Mike Tomon discusses plans for new training facility in NW Harris County
Read full article: ‘World-class’: Texans President Mike Tomon discusses plans for new training facility in NW Harris CountyThe Houston Texans have secured 83 acres in Harris County for a new world-class training facility and mixed-use development, with plans to open in 2029.
Swim safety in focus after two Houston-area toddlers drown
Read full article: Swim safety in focus after two Houston-area toddlers drownAfter two toddlers drowned in the Houston area, many parents are asking the same questions: How does something like this happen so quickly? What safeguards make the biggest difference? And what can families do to prevent a tragedy in their own backyard?
John Whitmire calls for Tranquillity Park makeover in State of the City speech
Read full article: John Whitmire calls for Tranquillity Park makeover in State of the City speechOn Thursday, Houston Mayor John Whitmire laid out a plan to elevate Houston parks and public spaces, including a makeover of Tranquillity Park, a downtown green space next to City Hall that was built to honor the city’s role in the 1969 moon landing.
FEMA releases draft flood maps for Harris County, some neighborhoods see reduced risk
Read full article: FEMA releases draft flood maps for Harris County, some neighborhoods see reduced riskFEMA has released new draft flood maps that could change how flood risk is measured across parts of Harris County.
FBI Houston links ‘Subzero Suspect’ to two additional armed robberies in area
Read full article: FBI Houston links ‘Subzero Suspect’ to two additional armed robberies in areaOfficials with FBI Houston are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate a man accused of robbing a Frost Bank in southeast Houston last week.
Local activists call for harsher punishments as ‘Kandy Red Bread’ appears in court for child sex abuse case
Read full article: Local activists call for harsher punishments as ‘Kandy Red Bread’ appears in court for child sex abuse caseHouston-based social media influencer “Kandy Red Bread” made his first appearance in a Montgomery County courtroom Wednesday morning, facing felony child sexual abuse charges that have sparked outrage—and renewed calls for harsher punishment under Texas law.
‘Gun jugging’: Man shoots suspect after robbers follow his car from gun range in SW Houston
Read full article: ‘Gun jugging’: Man shoots suspect after robbers follow his car from gun range in SW HoustonHouston police are investigating a shootout that left one suspect injured after an attempted jugging near a gun range in southwest Houston.
HPD releases surveillance images of suspects in armed robbery at Houston convenience store on New Year’s Eve
Read full article: HPD releases surveillance images of suspects in armed robbery at Houston convenience store on New Year’s EveHouston Police Department has released surveillance footage of two men accused of carrying out an armed robbery at a Bellaire convenience store on New Year’s Eve.
Capital murder charges filed in drive-by shooting that killed 2 at SE Houston nightclub
Read full article: Capital murder charges filed in drive-by shooting that killed 2 at SE Houston nightclubA capital murder charge has been filed against a Houston man accused of carrying out a deadly drive-by shooting that killed two people and injured 15 others outside a local club last year.
Former Prairie View police officer arrested after allegedly sexually harassing woman during traffic stop
Read full article: Former Prairie View police officer arrested after allegedly sexually harassing woman during traffic stopA former Prairie View police officer is wanted after being accused of using his authority to sexually harass a civilian during a traffic stop, according to court records.
Search continues for suspect in fatal southeast Houston hit-and-run on Christmas Eve
Read full article: Search continues for suspect in fatal southeast Houston hit-and-run on Christmas EveThe search continues for the suspect(s) in the fatal hit-and-run of Erick Neftali Buruca, who was killed near his apartment in southeast Houston on Christmas Eve. Crime Stoppers of Houston is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Buruca died three days after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Gulf Creek and South Loop East.
Katy drug dealer, co-conspirator found guilty in murder-for-hire plot that mistakenly injured innocent man
Read full article: Katy drug dealer, co-conspirator found guilty in murder-for-hire plot that mistakenly injured innocent manTwo Houston-area men have been found guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with a murder-for-hire plot that left an innocent man seriously injured after being mistaken for the intended target.
How to file a state complaint after solar panel sales concerns
Read full article: How to file a state complaint after solar panel sales concernsFollowing a report on Houston homeowner Frances Holt's unactivated solar panels resulting in a $134,000 bill, many have expressed concerns about misleading solar panel sales practices. Complaints involve high-pressure sales, confusing contracts, and unexpected costs, prompting consumer advocates to advise filing complaints with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). This process helps address individual grievances and identify industry-wide issues, with a focus on providing detailed information to facilitate investigations.
Houston-area high school students participate in Friday’s anti ICE walkout
Read full article: Houston-area high school students participate in Friday’s anti ICE walkoutStudents at several Houston-area high schools are planning a student-led walkout on Friday, Feb. 6, to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies, according to information shared by students and community organizers.
Three eastbound mainlanes reopen on I-10 after sinkhole area repaired; westbound lanes remain closed
Read full article: Three eastbound mainlanes reopen on I-10 after sinkhole area repaired; westbound lanes remain closedExactly 24 hours later, traffic is back flowing Thursday afternoon on the East Freeway (I-10) after a water main break caused the roadway to crumble.
After $134K solar bill threat, company agrees to remove panels at no cost
Read full article: After $134K solar bill threat, company agrees to remove panels at no costA Houston homeowner says she felt pressured into solar panels, never activated them, and is now facing a $134,000 bill. Consumer advocates say her story is becoming more common.
Two Lamar CISD police officers under investigation amid shakeup in department leadership
Read full article: Two Lamar CISD police officers under investigation amid shakeup in department leadershipLamar CISD officials confirmed that two members of the district’s police department have been placed on administrative leave while an independent third party conducts a review into publicly circulating allegations.
FBI Houston seeks ‘Subzero Suspect’ in armed robbery at southeast Houston bank
Read full article: FBI Houston seeks ‘Subzero Suspect’ in armed robbery at southeast Houston bankOfficials with FBI Houston are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate a man accused of robbing a Frost Bank in southeast Houston last week.
Community demands ordinance change after 1 dies, 5 hurt at NE Houston trail rider gathering
Read full article: Community demands ordinance change after 1 dies, 5 hurt at NE Houston trail rider gatheringCommunity leaders are demanding justice and stronger enforcement of event regulations after a deadly shooting at an unplanned trail rider gathering in Houston left one person dead and five others injured over the weekend.
Houston ICE condemns ‘unlawful actions’ as protests continue across Texas
Read full article: Houston ICE condemns ‘unlawful actions’ as protests continue across TexasAs student-led protests tied to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity continue to spread across Texas and the Houston area, federal officials connected to the ICE Houston Field Office are pushing back against what they describe as an increase in violence and disruptions tied to recent demonstrations.
Here’s how Houston-area school districts are handling student walkouts for ICE protests
Read full article: Here’s how Houston-area school districts are handling student walkouts for ICE protestsStudent-led walkouts tied to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity are spreading across the country, and now, Houston-area school districts are responding as similar protests unfold locally.
4 victims identified in deadly Maine plane crash that killed 6
Read full article: 4 victims identified in deadly Maine plane crash that killed 6Investigators have released the identities of four of the six people killed in the Jan. 25 crash of a Bombardier CL-600 airplane at Bangor International Airport.
Looking for a new car? These 10 new vehicles have the cheapest insurance rates in Texas
Read full article: Looking for a new car? These 10 new vehicles have the cheapest insurance rates in TexasIf you feel like you’re paying an arm and a leg to insure your car in Texas, data indicates that you’re not alone!
13-year-old’s death in Humble home sparks questions about preventing children from accessing guns
Read full article: 13-year-old’s death in Humble home sparks questions about preventing children from accessing gunsThe death of a 13-year-old boy inside his Humble home on Sunday is raising serious questions about firearm safety.
Houston woman charged with murder after boyfriend dies weeks after screwdriver stabbing
Read full article: Houston woman charged with murder after boyfriend dies weeks after screwdriver stabbingA bond has been set for a Houston woman accused of killing her boyfriend with a screwdriver in December, according to court records.
Why recent cold snaps won’t end mosquito season in Harris County
Read full article: Why recent cold snaps won’t end mosquito season in Harris CountyRecent cold snaps across Southeast Texas may have brought freezing temperatures, but they did not eliminate mosquitoes, according to Harris County Public Health.
On the Move: Fort Bend County Judge KP George’s felony money laundering trial pushed to early March
Read full article: On the Move: Fort Bend County Judge KP George’s felony money laundering trial pushed to early MarchOn Friday morning, Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George entered a courtroom just days before his criminal trial on felony money laundering charges was set to begin.
Mother of five dies under downtown Houston bridge during freezing temperatures
Read full article: Mother of five dies under downtown Houston bridge during freezing temperaturesThe daughter of woman who was found dead Monday evening under a bridge near Daikin Park, said she tried to convince her mother to stay with her.
Father says son was executed by off-duty ICE agent; evidence doesn’t add up
Read full article: Father says son was executed by off-duty ICE agent; evidence doesn’t add upA Houston father is speaking out after his son, Keith Porter Jr., was shot and killed by an off-duty U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent on New Year’s Eve in Northridge, California.
VIDEO: Fight breaks out between coaches on same team at Aldine ISD school
Read full article: VIDEO: Fight breaks out between coaches on same team at Aldine ISD schoolA melee at a middle school basketball game Thursday night at Hambrick Middle School is under investigation by Aldine ISD administration.
Harris County attorney condemns arrest of journalist Don Lemon at Minnesota protest
Read full article: Harris County attorney condemns arrest of journalist Don Lemon at Minnesota protestThe Harris County Attorney’s Office is raising concerns following the arrest of journalist Don Lemon and three other individuals during an anti-immigration protest at a church in Minnesota.
Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration to prevent New World screwworm infestation in Texas
Read full article: Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration to prevent New World screwworm infestation in TexasGov. Greg Abbott on Friday issued a statewide disaster declaration aimed at preventing the potential spread of the New World screwworm fly into Texas, citing concerns about the threat it poses to livestock and wildlife.
Houston joins national ‘ICE Out’ day with weekend protests
Read full article: Houston joins national ‘ICE Out’ day with weekend protestsHouston is set to join a nationwide day of action this weekend as residents plan multiple demonstrations calling for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, to leave their communities.
NEW FOOTAGE OF ATTACK: HPD releases surveillance video in fatal shooting on Rolleston Lane
Read full article: NEW FOOTAGE OF ATTACK: HPD releases surveillance video in fatal shooting on Rolleston LaneAuthorities in Houston have released new surveillance footage, in hopes of learning more information on a fatal shooting last year.
Humble police captain placed on paid administrative leave as leadership investigation deepens
Read full article: Humble police captain placed on paid administrative leave as leadership investigation deepensMore changes are impacting the Humble Police Department after the city manager confirmed Thursday that the department has seen its second administrative leave involving leadership in as many months.
Sugar Land man who fired gun at authorities added to Texas DPS 10 most wanted fugitives list
Read full article: Sugar Land man who fired gun at authorities added to Texas DPS 10 most wanted fugitives listA Sugar Land man who is accused of fired a gun at deputies with Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office deputies has now been added to the Texas DPS’s top 10 most wanted fugitives list.
Texas residents spent nearly $250M on OnlyFans in 2025, new data shows
Read full article: Texas residents spent nearly $250M on OnlyFans in 2025, new data showsAccording to a study by OnlyGuider, Texas residents spent nearly a quarter of a billion dollars on OnlyFans in 2025, placing the state second nationwide in total spending at approximately $248.5 million.
Harris County Precinct 2 approves $500,000 to clean up nuisance properties
Read full article: Harris County Precinct 2 approves $500,000 to clean up nuisance propertiesHarris County Precinct 2 is putting new money behind an ongoing effort to clean up dangerous and neglected properties that officials say threaten public health and safety.
Houston man wanted after allegedly sprinting out of store with over $1.5K worth of stolen sunglasses
Read full article: Houston man wanted after allegedly sprinting out of store with over $1.5K worth of stolen sunglassesThe theft was reported last month at the Houston Premium Outlets Mall along the Northwest Freeway, according to Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office.
Man’s body ‘accidentally’ found by Pct. 3 deputies during arrest warrant at east Harris County motel
Read full article: Man’s body ‘accidentally’ found by Pct. 3 deputies during arrest warrant at east Harris County motelAn investigation is underway at a east Harris County motel after a body was discovered Wednesday by Pct. 3 deputies.
‘Traumatic’: Officials withhold victim identities after Maine plane crash as severe weather slows investigation
Read full article: ‘Traumatic’: Officials withhold victim identities after Maine plane crash as severe weather slows investigationThe National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the Jan. 25 crash of a Bombardier CL-600 airplane at Bangor International Airport in Maine.
Why Houston drivers may see more potholes after freezing temperatures
Read full article: Why Houston drivers may see more potholes after freezing temperaturesAs if we need any more, drivers across the Houston area may be noticing new potholes forming after the recent Texas freeze, and experts say freezing temperatures are often to blame.
Tax season is here! Here’s what Harris County officials say you should know before filing
Read full article: Tax season is here! Here’s what Harris County officials say you should know before filingThe Harris County Tax Office will be holding a press conference to discuss important information for property owners in the Houston area as tax season nears.
LIST: 10 things to know before the last day to pay property taxes in Harris County
Read full article: LIST: 10 things to know before the last day to pay property taxes in Harris CountySaturday, Jan. 31, is the last day Harris County property owners can pay their 2025 property tax bill without facing penalty and interest, according to the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office.
Multiple HISD campuses report heating issues after Texas’ winter freeze
Read full article: Multiple HISD campuses report heating issues after Texas’ winter freezeEven though the winter freeze has passed for now, heating problems lingered Tuesday at multiple Houston ISD campuses, raising concerns for students and families as cold temperatures continued across the region.
Humble mother’s sweet 16 party canceled due to weather, faces refund dispute
Read full article: Humble mother’s sweet 16 party canceled due to weather, faces refund disputeA Humble mother is putting her daughter’s sweet 16 party on hold after bad weather forced the cancellation of the event at the Humble Civic Center—but that wasn’t the only challenge the family faced.
Rider on dirt bike dies after colliding with pickup truck on Northwest Freeway
Read full article: Rider on dirt bike dies after colliding with pickup truck on Northwest FreewayDeputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a fatal crash on the Northwest Freeway feeder road in northwest Harris County.
Former Sweeny fire chief, volunteer firefighter charged in child sex exploitation case
Read full article: Former Sweeny fire chief, volunteer firefighter charged in child sex exploitation caseThe former fire chief of the Sweeny Fire Department is facing multiple felony charges connected to allegations involving minors, according to court records and law enforcement officials.