Q&A: Sen. Ted Cruz highlights improvements for Houstonโs aviation industry with FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
With a focus on safety, convenience, and growth, the legislation includes provisions for airport infrastructure investments, advancements in aviation technology, and initiatives to strengthen the aviation workforce.
Loose bolts on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes discovered by United Airlines: What attorney is saying to KPRC 2 Investigates
More loose bolts were identified on Boeing 737 Max 9 planes. The findings came after all 737 Max 9 were grounded over the weekend after a sealed door blew off the side of an Alaska Airlines Max 9 flight on Saturday.
Fort Bend ISD elementary schools will have armed security officers on all campuses. Do parents think itโs safe?
Fort Bend Independent School District announced Tuesday that all 51 elementary schools will have armed security officers on campus when students return from winter break, but what do parents think about the new measure?
Should you let your teens use ridesharing apps alone? Hereโs what experts are saying
Most parents are balancing home and work life schedules, and kids today have more scheduled appointments than parents can keep up with. The question becomes, should you and would you use any of the ride sharing apps to help you shuffle your kids around?
Stop sharing personal information! How โBack-to-Schoolโ photos can endanger your child, family, finances
The first day of school is around the corner. As many kids are picking out their fashionable attire to impress their new friends, parents are expected to snap photos of their children and post them to their social media to share those moments with family and friends.
As thieves lurk in shadows, organization reminds drivers on dangers of leaving kids alone in vehicles
Kids and Car Safety has documented at least 38 children nationwide who were left alone in a vehicle that was stolen in 2023, according to a release. In the Houston area, this year, there have been at least two incidents where a vehicle was stolen while children were inside.
Seen at 7: Public Safety at The Super Bowl
Public safety is the top priority for first responders each year as tens of thousands of fans descend on the super bowlโs host city for the big game. To talk more about what it takes to help keep the big game safe is former Tampa police chief Brian Dugan, former Phoenix fire chief Kara Kalkbrenner, and Verizon frontline president Maggie Halbach.
Seen at 7: Keeping You Safe on the Roadways
Over the last several years, road fatalities have reached unacceptable rates, and behind each accident is a life tragically lost and grieving family members. Joining us to discuss the crisis on our roads and some resources that can help is the executive vice president of government solutions at Verra Mobility, Jon Baldwin, and the executive director of safe, Damian Kevitt.
Houston ISD answers parentsโ back to school questions
KPRC 2 is hosting a live panel discussion to help prepare families in the Houston ISD to head back to school. We'll talk campus safety, the impact of the teacher shortage on your child's classroom, school bus routes, and the cost of everything from cafeteria meals to extracurriculurs.
HPD chief Troy Finner increases patrols around mosques across city after 4th Muslim man slain in Albuquerque
Houston police chief Troy Finner has increased patrols in and around mosques across the city after the slayings of four Muslim men in Albuquerque, including one Friday, that are believed to be connected.
Keeping teens safe during โ100 deadliest daysโ for young drivers
The โ100 Deadliest daysโ for teen drivers is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day and this is when thousands of teens are more likely to be involved in fatal crashes, and the million-dollar question is: What can be done to fix this issue?
Woman dead after pickup truck slams into telephone pole, driver possibly intoxicated and traveling wrong way, police say
A woman was killed and a possible intoxicated, wrong-way driver was unharmed after crashing a pickup truck into a telephone pole at an intersection in Third Ward Monday morning, according to Houston police.
6 tips to keep in mind as you take home those live Christmas trees
As we round the corner to Christmas, many are still on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree to continue their favorite holiday traditions. But beware of the incidents that can occur when traveling with a live tree strapped on top of your car.
Tips to know before starting your generator during a power outage
In the aftermath of a storm, a generator can be a crucial part of your recovery. It can power a fan, turn on some lights and keep your food cool. But many people only use a generator in an emergency and donโt operate them properly. This can lead to serious injury or death.
Worried about flying debris on roadways? Hereโs how you can avoid the nightmare and save money, hassles
It is a high-speed, highly dangerous, highway nightmare. Weโre talking about road debris, items falling off other vehicles on the road and then flying directly into your path, into your car, and maybe into your windshield.
Crime Stoppers of Houston CEO shares summer safety tips for the entire family
Whether youโre taking a road trip, spending the day at the pool or sending your kids to summer camp, CEO of Crime Stoppers of Houston, Rania Mankarious shares a quick checklist of things to keep in mind this summer season.
Adjusting your clocks is a great reminder to test your smoke alarms
HOUSTON โ Houstonians adjusting their clocks forward this weekend should also be sure smoke alarms are working properly. The American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast region is encouraging Houstonians to test their smoke alarms. A properly working smoke alarm can significantly reduce the risk of fires, officials said. To make sure your smoke alarm is working, do the following:Be sure there is at least one smoke alarm installed on every level of your home, especially near bedrooms and sleeping areas. For more fire safety, visit the American Red Cross website here.
One Montgomery County leader who is without power shares how sheโs staying warm
Meghan Ballard Arthur, of Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management, is doing her best to keep her family warm. Like many residents of Montgomery County, Arthur and her family have been without power for the last 24 hours. She says she and her family have used blankets to seal windows and doors, and have moved into an inner room of the home to stay warm. She asks that Montgomery County residents be patient as crews work to get power restored, and acknowledges that power infrastructure was not set up for an event such as the one experienced in the area, with temperatures plummeting into the teens. Warming stations have been set up for residents with no power or water.
Houston Police Department increases security throughout city ahead of Inauguration Day, Acevedo says
HOUSTON โ Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo announced the department will increase security across the city starting Friday through Jan. 20, the day of the inauguration. Acevedo said this comes as after rioters stormed the Capitol and breached the White House. While Acevedo said there is no specific threat to our community, the department will continue to investigate. โBe the eyes/ears of the police department,โ Acevedo said. โIf you hear any threat against our city or county or state or nation, please report it right away to your local agency and or the FBI,โ Acevedo said.
This is what you should NOT do with your old Christmas tree
The McKinney Fire Department is advising people to dispose of their trees in a safe way after responding to a this fire. MCKINNEY, Texas โ The McKinney Fire Department is offering some sage (or should we say pine) advice on how not to dispose of your Christmas tree following the holidays. Their advice: donโt try to burn your tree indoors. According to the department, they were called out to a fire Saturday morning because someone tried to burn their entire tree in their fireplace. The photo was captioned with, โThis is what happens when you try to burn a Christmas tree in a home fireplace.โIf you are not sure of what to do with your tree, there are plenty of places in the Houston area where you can dispose of your tree in a safe way.
Houston cranks up the heat as freezing temps arrive
HOUSTON โ Houston leaders are urging people to be safe and smart as they crank up the heaters ahead of freezing temperatures expected Monday night. Officials at the Houston Fire Department also warned people about using space heaters, saying they see a spike in fire calls when the temperatures drop. Martee Boose, of HFD, said space heaters should not be run all night long and people should not use an extension cord to power them. โIn the Houston area, space heaters account for 100 fires annually,โ Boose said. โUsing your stove or oven to heat your home instead of using a space heater -- thatโs something you never want to do,โ added Boose.
What to consider when planning holiday travel
Therefore, Michael Chang, infectious disease pediatrician with UT Physicians/UT Health, says traveling this holiday season is not out of the question if you consider the following:Individual RiskโFirst, looking at the individual risks of the people who either want to travel or planning to travel,โ Dr. Chang said. โAre any of the individuals that are planning to get together high risk, individuals for severe infection? So are they, over the age of 60 to 65 do they have underlying conditions?โCommunity RiskAssess the community risk. โDriving in a personal car is probably lower risk than say riding in a bus or in a train,โ Dr. Chang said. โWearing masks on the flight does seem to prevent, at least has so far, seems to keep like a major spread within a plane,โ Dr. Chang explained.
Ask 2 Live: Expert advice on enjoying Halloween amid the pandemic
HOUSTON โ NOTE: This Ask 2 Live event has ended. ICYMI: Ask 2 Live: Expert advice for finding affordable health care in the Houston areaWhether youโre planning to skip the holiday or celebrate the night while social-distancing, there are many options to choose from and how to do it safely. KPRC 2 was joined by experts from the Houston Health Department, Crime Stoppers of Houston and Sugar Land Sara. First things first, no matter the costume, make sure you wear a mask. Youโll want to wear a reusable cloth mask to make sure youโre protected.