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Navasota PD officer killed, along with fleeing wrong-way driver after trying to cash fake check
Read full article: Navasota PD officer killed, along with fleeing wrong-way driver after trying to cash fake check"We ask for the community's thoughts and prayers for the officer’s family, loved ones, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time," the City of Navasota shared.
Missing Houston mother’s family recalls long justice battle as accused killer faces pre-trial
Read full article: Missing Houston mother’s family recalls long justice battle as accused killer faces pre-trialNearly 7 years after a Houston mother vanished, the man accused of killing Maria Jimenez-Rodriguez, will face a judge on Friday for a pre-trial hearing.
What we know about K-9 Rocky: US Marshal K-9 wounded in search for Brazoria County deputy’s suspected killer
Read full article: What we know about K-9 Rocky: US Marshal K-9 wounded in search for Brazoria County deputy’s suspected killerHere is what we know about the U.S. Marshal K-9 wounded by a suspect during Wednesday's manhunt.
What we know about the Brazoria County deputy who was killed in the line of duty
Read full article: What we know about the Brazoria County deputy who was killed in the line of dutyLate Wednesday morning, a Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed in the line of duty while responding to a warrant while working with the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force.
The 100 Club pledges immediate $20K check to family of fallen Brazoria County deputy as officials give condolences
Read full article: The 100 Club pledges immediate $20K check to family of fallen Brazoria County deputy as officials give condolencesAcross the state, condolences are being made to Vargas’ family by other departments and public officials.
Cowboy Carter Chronicles: From Juneteenth to Sundown Towns, a new chapter in American History
Read full article: Cowboy Carter Chronicles: From Juneteenth to Sundown Towns, a new chapter in American HistoryDiscover forgotten Black history in the American West with the #CowboyCarterChronicles! From Juneteenth to sundown towns, explore new pathways to freedom inspired by Beyoncé.
Who was Robert Lee Davis? Suspect in Brazoria County deputy’s shooting death
Read full article: Who was Robert Lee Davis? Suspect in Brazoria County deputy’s shooting deathAuthorities confirm the suspect in the shooting death of a Brazoria County sheriff’s deputy is dead after a shootout with law enforcement.
Houston carjacking suspects flaunt stolen items on social media, police seek public’s help
Read full article: Houston carjacking suspects flaunt stolen items on social media, police seek public’s helpHouston police are seeking the public’s help in identifying two men connected to a brutal carjacking that took place on December 16, 2024.
Missing Houston mother’s family recalls long justice battle as accused killer faces pre-trial
Read full article: Missing Houston mother’s family recalls long justice battle as accused killer faces pre-trialNearly 7 years after a Houston mother vanished, the man accused of killing Maria Jimenez-Rodriguez, will face a judge on Friday for a pre-trial hearing.
What we know about K-9 Rocky: US Marshal K-9 wounded in search for Brazoria County deputy’s suspected killer
Read full article: What we know about K-9 Rocky: US Marshal K-9 wounded in search for Brazoria County deputy’s suspected killerHere is what we know about the U.S. Marshal K-9 wounded by a suspect during Wednesday's manhunt.
What we know about the Brazoria County deputy who was killed in the line of duty
Read full article: What we know about the Brazoria County deputy who was killed in the line of dutyLate Wednesday morning, a Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed in the line of duty while responding to a warrant while working with the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force.
Who was Robert Lee Davis? Suspect in Brazoria County deputy’s shooting death
Read full article: Who was Robert Lee Davis? Suspect in Brazoria County deputy’s shooting deathAuthorities confirm the suspect in the shooting death of a Brazoria County sheriff’s deputy is dead after a shootout with law enforcement.
Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?
Read full article: Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?A viewer asked our traffic expert, Justina Latimer: "Can school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street even when there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk?"
What to do at broken light intersections or when flashing red in Houston?
Read full article: What to do at broken light intersections or when flashing red in Houston?A viewer asked our traffic expert: “Heading into hurricane season could you go over what to do at an intersection where the lights are out or all flashing red? Also, could you go over what to do at a roundabout? We have a new nearby and it’s a mess."
Taxpayer funds misused for parties, dining and travel by Houston Housing Authority heads
Read full article: Taxpayer funds misused for parties, dining and travel by Houston Housing Authority headsFrom extravagant holiday parties to high-end dining, over $100,000 was spent on non-essential activities in just 21 months. This includes a $13,546 Christmas party and wellness massages costing over $2,000.
Why the Public Utility Commission of Texas wants the state to think ‘nuclear’ when it comes to adding power to our grid
Read full article: Why the Public Utility Commission of Texas wants the state to think ‘nuclear’ when it comes to adding power to our gridWith artic air blanketing much of the state all eyes are paying attention to our power grid. Texas’ grid has had enough power to handle demand during this cold snap, but concerns remain about the future.
Texas power grid faces test as temperatures continue to plummet. Can it sustain?
Read full article: Texas power grid faces test as temperatures continue to plummet. Can it sustain?As the winter chill sets in, Texans are questioning whether the state's power grid is prepared to handle the cold months ahead.
Was newly elected Harris County DA Sean Teare temporarily ineligible to practice law in Texas?
Read full article: Was newly elected Harris County DA Sean Teare temporarily ineligible to practice law in Texas?The State Bar of Texas’ website said Teare was not eligible to practice law, but hours later it changed. When asked, Teare’s team, told KPRC 2 Investigates it was a misunderstanding.
Neglected area near NRG Stadium continues to be overrun by trash, residents say city response is lacking
Read full article: Neglected area near NRG Stadium continues to be overrun by trash, residents say city response is lackingResidents living near the intersection of Buffalo Speedway and Holmes Road are growing increasingly frustrated with the ongoing neglect of their neighborhood.
Many colleges are settling antisemitism cases. Some Republicans blast 'toothless' agreements
Read full article: Many colleges are settling antisemitism cases. Some Republicans blast 'toothless' agreementsMany colleges accused of tolerating antisemitism on their campuses have been settling with federal civil rights investigators in the weeks before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who urged a tougher response to campus protests against the war in Gaza.
Cowboy Carter Chronicles: From Juneteenth to Sundown Towns, a new chapter in American History
Read full article: Cowboy Carter Chronicles: From Juneteenth to Sundown Towns, a new chapter in American HistoryDiscover forgotten Black history in the American West with the #CowboyCarterChronicles! From Juneteenth to sundown towns, explore new pathways to freedom inspired by Beyoncé.
Biden administration cancels loans for 260,000 former Ashford University students
Read full article: Biden administration cancels loans for 260,000 former Ashford University studentsMore than 260,000 former students of the now-defunct for-profit Ashford University are getting their student loans erased as the Biden administration presses ahead with debt forgiveness in its final days.
Biden's education chief says he avoided 'culture wars' despite goading from GOP governors
Read full article: Biden's education chief says he avoided 'culture wars' despite goading from GOP governorsWhile Republican states were working to limit school history lessons and ban transgender athletes, President Joe Biden’s education chief said he was focused on what matters — putting more social workers in schools, expanding summer school and building a pipeline of new teachers.
Should Cy-Fair ISD tell parents if their child is transgender? The board is about to decide
Read full article: Should Cy-Fair ISD tell parents if their child is transgender? The board is about to decideCy-Fair ISD is set to decide on a policy requiring parental notification if a student changes their gender identity.
Texans only Democrats in Congress to vote for bill restricting trans athletes
Read full article: Texans only Democrats in Congress to vote for bill restricting trans athletesRepublicans accused Rep. Vicente Gonzalez of supporting gender transitions for children throughout the 2024 election cycle, which he said took a political toll.
Florida bill would ban students in the US without legal permission from some public universities
Read full article: Florida bill would ban students in the US without legal permission from some public universitiesA Florida state lawmaker has filed a bill that would ban some of the state’s public colleges and universities from admitting students who are in the country without legal permission.
Texas Supreme Court to decide legal battle over El Paso migrant shelter’s future
Read full article: Texas Supreme Court to decide legal battle over El Paso migrant shelter’s futureJustices on Monday heard arguments from Annunciation House, which is fighting to stay open, and the Texas Attorney General’s office, which claims the shelter’s work with migrants violates state law.
Paxton secures court order to halt border wall material auctions ahead of Trump’s inauguration
Read full article: Paxton secures court order to halt border wall material auctions ahead of Trump’s inaugurationTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a court order preventing the Biden administration from selling or disposing of border wall materials, following allegations of auctions violating a court mandate.
Look back at some of the best Texas Tribune reads of 2024
Read full article: Look back at some of the best Texas Tribune reads of 2024Our journalists brought life to the experiences of everyday Texans, held powerful institutions accountable and surfaced stories that went beyond the daily news cycles.
Why were border wall materials put up for auction? Here's what you should know.
Read full article: Why were border wall materials put up for auction? Here's what you should know.Some Texas lawmakers including Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick slammed the Biden administration over the auction of wall materials. But the sale was directed by Congress — and Texas has already bought some of it.
Cartels turn to social media to lure Americans into human smuggling as Texas enforces stricter laws
Read full article: Cartels turn to social media to lure Americans into human smuggling as Texas enforces stricter lawsThousands of people have been arrested under Texas’ human smuggling law. Now they face at least a decade in prison under sentencing guidelines that took effect this year.
Texas’ latest effort to deter migrants is a billboard campaign in Mexico, Central America
Read full article: Texas’ latest effort to deter migrants is a billboard campaign in Mexico, Central AmericaGov. Greg Abbott announced the new strategy, which will cost an estimated $100,000, during a press conference in Eagle Pass.
As landowners resist, Texas’ border wall is fragmented and built in remote areas
Read full article: As landowners resist, Texas’ border wall is fragmented and built in remote areasAt least a third of landowners approached by state officials have refused to let wall be built on their properties. That’s forced the state to largely build on ranchland in remote areas, or erect sections that are full of gaps.
Gov. Greg Abbott announces more than $500 million in public safety grants
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott announces more than $500 million in public safety grantsThe grants will go to private and public sector recipients in Texas for a variety of public safety priorities, including securing the southern border.
Cowboy Carter Chronicles: From Juneteenth to Sundown Towns, a new chapter in American History
Read full article: Cowboy Carter Chronicles: From Juneteenth to Sundown Towns, a new chapter in American HistoryDiscover forgotten Black history in the American West with the #CowboyCarterChronicles! From Juneteenth to sundown towns, explore new pathways to freedom inspired by Beyoncé.
Cowboy Carter Chronicles: New UH course uses Beyoncé’s album to explore forgotten black history
Read full article: Cowboy Carter Chronicles: New UH course uses Beyoncé’s album to explore forgotten black historyDiscover UH's groundbreaking course using Beyoncé's #CowboyCarter to explore Black history in the American West.
University of Houston historian breaks down East End’s well-known railroad track dangers
Read full article: University of Houston historian breaks down East End’s well-known railroad track dangersAfter a student was killed by a train while walking to school, nearby residents admitted knowing the railroad track's dangers, but a University of Houston historian argues the problems have been around longer than we might have thought.
Minute Maid Park in Houston will soon be renamed Daikin Park under new business partnership
Read full article: Minute Maid Park in Houston will soon be renamed Daikin Park under new business partnershipThe Houston Astros’ home will get a new name on Jan. 1, becoming Daikin Park under an agreement through the 2039 season.
How some Texas parents and historians say a new state curriculum glosses over slavery and racism
Read full article: How some Texas parents and historians say a new state curriculum glosses over slavery and racismEducation officials say the materials were designed to be age appropriate but critics argue they repeatedly omit key context and oversimplify history.
Houston METRO welcomes first Asian American Police Chief Ban Tien
Read full article: Houston METRO welcomes first Asian American Police Chief Ban TienBan Tien has been appointed as the first Asian American Police Chief of the METRO Police Department in Harris County, marking a significant milestone for the organization.
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VIDEOS: Suspect in Brazoria County deputy’s shooting killed after K-9 finds him hiding in SW Houston dumpster
Read full article: VIDEOS: Suspect in Brazoria County deputy’s shooting killed after K-9 finds him hiding in SW Houston dumpsterA violent fugitive who killed a Brazoria County deputy has been killed during a shootout with police in southwest Houston, authorities confirmed.
Houston is bracing for another Arctic Air invasion next week!
Read full article: Houston is bracing for another Arctic Air invasion next week!A strong plunge of Arctic air will spill across Texas early next week bringing bone-chilling temperatures and a chance for some areas to see a chance for wintry precipitation.
12-year-old Missouri City girl located safe after going missing Monday
Read full article: 12-year-old Missouri City girl located safe after going missing MondayA search is underway for 12-year-old Cadence Williams, who went missing Monday evening from her home in the Hunters Glen neighborhood of Missouri City.
Police search for suspects who stole beaver costume from Pearland Buc-ee’s
Read full article: Police search for suspects who stole beaver costume from Pearland Buc-ee’sAuthorities are searching for three suspects who stole the beloved beaver mascot costume from a Buc-ee’s store in Pearland.
Police search for woman linked to Midtown apartment homicide
Read full article: Police search for woman linked to Midtown apartment homicideHouston police are searching for a woman seen on surveillance video after a 66-year-old man was found dead with blunt force injuries in his Midtown apartment.
Funeral arrangements set for Houston Fire Captain Aaron Rios
Read full article: Funeral arrangements set for Houston Fire Captain Aaron RiosFuneral arrangements for Houston Fire Captain Aaron Rios have been announced following his passing on January 8, 2025, due to an off-duty medical emergency.
Police find cash, drugs and 2 men shot to death in east Houston
Read full article: Police find cash, drugs and 2 men shot to death in east HoustonWitnesses reported hearing an argument before several gunshots were fired, followed by a pause and more gunfire. Police also found drugs, and cash at the scene.
WANTED: Man accused of killing woman found in SW Houston apartment still at large
Read full article: WANTED: Man accused of killing woman found in SW Houston apartment still at largeHouston police have charged 26-year-old Camilo Ayala with the murder of Kenia Guardado-Molina, who was found dead from a gunshot wound in her southwest Houston apartment on October 1, 2024.
Teen talked about buying gun on Instagram before killing 14-year-old in NW Houston
Read full article: Teen talked about buying gun on Instagram before killing 14-year-old in NW HoustonThe second suspect who was wanted in connection to the deadly shooting of a 14-year-old in northwest Houston back in July has been taken into custody.
LIVE RADAR: Rainfall hitting much of SE Texas making for cold, cloudy and soggy Wednesday
Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Rainfall hitting much of SE Texas making for cold, cloudy and soggy WednesdayA storm system which is bringing winter precipitation to parts of North and East Texas will bring the potential of heavy rainfall to parts of the Houston area Thursday.
17-year-old arrested in connection to shooting death of 14-year-old in NW Houston in July 2024
Read full article: 17-year-old arrested in connection to shooting death of 14-year-old in NW Houston in July 2024The second suspect who was wanted in connection to the deadly shooting of a 14-year-old in northwest Houston back in July has been taken into custody.
Silver Alert discontinued for 73-year-old man missing from Houston’s Briar Forest area
Read full article: Silver Alert discontinued for 73-year-old man missing from Houston’s Briar Forest areaFamily members say Orr has dementia. He is believed a dark-colored jacket, dark sweatpants, and white tennis shoes.
VIDEO: Detailed look at the teen and Texas DPS trooper’s decisions leading to the Humble shooting
Read full article: VIDEO: Detailed look at the teen and Texas DPS trooper’s decisions leading to the Humble shootingAuthorities are investigating a shooting involving a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper that left a 17-year-old boy injured on Friday morning in Humble.
Liberty County residents gather outside courthouse amid repeated demands for action on stray dog crisis
Read full article: Liberty County residents gather outside courthouse amid repeated demands for action on stray dog crisisResidents in Liberty County demand action on the stray dog crisis, calling for stricter laws and more resources.
Man charged in Harris County corporal’s murder writes bizarre letters to judge
Read full article: Man charged in Harris County corporal’s murder writes bizarre letters to judgeKPRC 2 found handwritten letters Athir Murady wrote to the judge as he awaits trial in the murder of Harris County Precinct 4 Corporal Maher Huesseini.
Houston lawmakers share priorities for Texas’ 89th Legislative session
Read full article: Houston lawmakers share priorities for Texas’ 89th Legislative sessionThe 89th Texas Legislative Session is now underway, with lawmakers officially sworn in and a new Speaker elected. Already, legislators have introduced more than 2,500 bills, setting the stage for a busy few months ahead.
Questions emerge after KPRC 2 Investigates examines missed Commissioners Court meetings by Judge Lina Hidalgo
Read full article: Questions emerge after KPRC 2 Investigates examines missed Commissioners Court meetings by Judge Lina HidalgoOn Monday, KPRC 2 Investigates showed you the attendance records of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo at Commissioners Court during 2024.
Should Cy-Fair ISD tell parents if their child is transgender? The board is about to decide
Read full article: Should Cy-Fair ISD tell parents if their child is transgender? The board is about to decideCy-Fair ISD is set to decide on a policy requiring parental notification if a student changes their gender identity.
Jay Leno pays tribute to Houston Fire Department battling wildfires in California
Read full article: Jay Leno pays tribute to Houston Fire Department battling wildfires in CaliforniaJay Leno sends his greetings and thanks to the Houston firefighters who are in California assisting with the aftermath of the Southern California wildfires.