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Parents voice opposition to Ten Commandments law at Conroe ISD
Read full article: Parents voice opposition to Ten Commandments law at Conroe ISDConroe Independent School District is moving ahead with implementing a new state law requiring Ten Commandments displays in K-12 public classrooms, despite opposition from some parents and the absence of penalties for non-compliance.
Family identifies 17-year-old stabbed to death during party in Cypress
Read full article: Family identifies 17-year-old stabbed to death during party in CypressResponding deputies said two teens had been stabbed, one of whom died from his injuries. Family members confirmed the slain teenager’s identity as Braylen Ezell, 17.
Abandoned CVS store in Cypress becomes illegal dumping ground, residents frustrated
Read full article: Abandoned CVS store in Cypress becomes illegal dumping ground, residents frustratedAs CVS continues to scale its brick-and-mortar presence—closing more than 900 stores nationwide over the past two years—some of the shuttered locations are now creating a new kind of headache for Houston-area communities.
Former Memorial Hermann director facing new hidden camera charges; records show he was a Houston-area teacher
Read full article: Former Memorial Hermann director facing new hidden camera charges; records show he was a Houston-area teacherRobert Shrader, a former Memorial Hermann manager, faces multiple charges after investigators say he installed hidden cameras in hospital bathrooms.
Houston man drowns while swimming off Galveston’s Seawall, officials say
Read full article: Houston man drowns while swimming off Galveston’s Seawall, officials sayBeach Patrol officials said two people boogie boarding in chest-deep water noticed the unidentified man floating face down. They pulled him to shore and began first aid before lifeguards arrived.
Sand, sweat and sculpture: Galveston sandcastle festival builds memories
Read full article: Sand, sweat and sculpture: Galveston sandcastle festival builds memoriesOn Galveston’s East Beach, piles of sand became buildings, historic figures and even the Buc-ee’s Beaver in just a matter of hours — all carved by architects and engineers armed with shovels and buckets.
Neighbors call for safety after repeated crashes at Galveston intersection
Read full article: Neighbors call for safety after repeated crashes at Galveston intersectionA KPRC 2 public records request revealed police responded to Avenue O and 51st Street in Galveston at least 75 times in the last three years.
La Marque leaders approve emergency plan as city faces possible shutdown within weeks
Read full article: La Marque leaders approve emergency plan as city faces possible shutdown within weeksOne day after warning residents that La Marque could run out of money in just weeks, city leaders have approved an emergency financial plan aimed at keeping basic services running.
Sources: Texans sign fullback Jakob Johnson to 53, elevated D’Angelo Ross, Myles Bryant, placed Jaylin Smith on IR
Read full article: Sources: Texans sign fullback Jakob Johnson to 53, elevated D’Angelo Ross, Myles Bryant, placed Jaylin Smith on IRTexans making moves before Sunday road game
Muzzle flashes, surveillance video, and expert testimony take center stage on day 3 of Tony Earls manslaughter trial
Read full article: Muzzle flashes, surveillance video, and expert testimony take center stage on day 3 of Tony Earls manslaughter trialOn the third day of testimony in the manslaughter trial of Tony Earls, jurors were shown the gun investigators say killed 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez and heard hours of detailed testimony from firearm, forensic, and digital experts as both sides try to answer a central question: was Tony Earls firing at a fleeing robber or shooting recklessly?
Ding-dong ditch shooting suspect indicted by grand jury for murder in 11-year-old boy’s death
Read full article: Ding-dong ditch shooting suspect indicted by grand jury for murder in 11-year-old boy’s deathThe suspect accused of fatally shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman last month has been indicted for murder.
Life Flight responds to fatal motorcycle crash along Will Clayton Parkway in Humble
Read full article: Life Flight responds to fatal motorcycle crash along Will Clayton Parkway in HumbleLife Flight responded to a fatal motorcycle crash Friday afternoon in Humble area, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 4, Mark Herman.
Park Lakes Elementary in Humble named second most inclusive playground in America
Read full article: Park Lakes Elementary in Humble named second most inclusive playground in AmericaThe safari-themed playground, which opened in February 2023, is designed to welcome children of all physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities. It provides a space where students can play, learn, and grow together without barriers.
Humble ISD school bus involved in crash; bus driver, 5 in other vehicles hospitalized
Read full article: Humble ISD school bus involved in crash; bus driver, 5 in other vehicles hospitalizedAn Humble ISD school bus was involved in a car wreck Tuesday afternoon, resulting in the driver and multiple others being hospitalized.
2 teens arrested, charged after fatal shooting of 19-year-old at apartment complex in Humble
Read full article: 2 teens arrested, charged after fatal shooting of 19-year-old at apartment complex in Humblehe incident, which took place on August 3rd on Bellow Falls Lane, has left the community seeking answers.
Matthew Dowd's firing begins flood of people facing consequences for their comments on Kirk's death
Read full article: Matthew Dowd's firing begins flood of people facing consequences for their comments on Kirk's deathFormer MSNBC analyst Matthew Dowd opened a floodgate of people who faced consequences for statements in the media — social or otherwise — in the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Houston firefighter flown to hospital after suffering medical emergency while transporting patient
Read full article: Houston firefighter flown to hospital after suffering medical emergency while transporting patientA Houston firefighter was rushed to a hospital after he suffered a medical emergency on Sunday.
Dramatic, deadly ending after man sets Kingwood home on fire during SWAT standoff
Read full article: Dramatic, deadly ending after man sets Kingwood home on fire during SWAT standoffA person was found dead inside the rubble of a burned home following a SWAT standoff Friday involving a wanted man in Kingwood.
Kingwood’s Kennedy Brown emerging as one of Texas’ top young football talents
Read full article: Kingwood’s Kennedy Brown emerging as one of Texas’ top young football talentsListed at 6-foot-4 and 280 pounds by 247Sports, the offensive tackle is entering his junior season in 2025. He is currently ranked as the No. 2 player in the nation, the No. 1 player in Texas and the No. 1 offensive tackle in the 2027 recruiting class.
Mystery boom: Kingwood residents report ‘homes shaking’ following explosion-like noise in Atascocita area
Read full article: Mystery boom: Kingwood residents report ‘homes shaking’ following explosion-like noise in Atascocita areaResidents in the Kingwood area reported that a large explosion caused their homes to shake.
What started as a mission to find the perfect cheesecake turned into Sweet Tooth Cheesecakes
Read full article: What started as a mission to find the perfect cheesecake turned into Sweet Tooth CheesecakesEnding the week with a little sweet treat. We met Michael and Tawana Horne, the couple behind Sweet Tooth Cheesecakes. With no formal culinary training, Michael created flavors that impressed even his toughest critic - his wife! We learned more about how this side hustle became a money-making business.
Track Meet: Get to know the Houston area athletes who raced at the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games
Read full article: Track Meet: Get to know the Houston area athletes who raced at the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic GamesMeet the future of track and field — right here in Houston. As the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games wrap up, we're caught up with local athletes who represented Greater Houston on one of the biggest youth sports stages in the country.
Elementary teacher accused of student sexual assaults arrested in Montgomery County
Read full article: Elementary teacher accused of student sexual assaults arrested in Montgomery CountyOfficials said Rene Jesus Tavera-Arango, 70, has worked in area school districts for the past 14 years. Most notably, he worked at Splendora ISD’s Peach Creek Elementary for the past two years before working at Navasota ISD and Cleveland ISD.
The vaccine divide: Why more Texas families are opting out, what it means for our community
Read full article: The vaccine divide: Why more Texas families are opting out, what it means for our communityA growing trend of vaccine exemptions in the area, with nearly three percent of families opting out, is threatening herd immunity and raising public health concerns.
Nurse files $1M lawsuit against ex-manager after hidden cameras found at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands
Read full article: Nurse files $1M lawsuit against ex-manager after hidden cameras found at Memorial Hermann The WoodlandsA nurse at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center is suing her former boss for more than $1M after hidden cameras were discovered in hospital bathrooms, potentially recording hundreds of patients and staff, according to her attorney.
Prosecutors seek death penalty against man accused of sexual assault, killing of 11-year-old girl in Pasadena
Read full article: Prosecutors seek death penalty against man accused of sexual assault, killing of 11-year-old girl in PasadenaJuan Carlos Garcia-Rodriguez is charged with capital murder for the death of 11-year-old Maria Gonzalez.
Man hospitalized after stabbing outside Pasadena Walmart; suspect also accused of hitting pedestrian with vehicle
Read full article: Man hospitalized after stabbing outside Pasadena Walmart; suspect also accused of hitting pedestrian with vehicleTwo people remains hospitalized with severe injuries, one after being stabbed outside a Pasadena Walmart, the other after being hit by a vehicle, and the suspect in both incidents is the same man.
Multiple Houston-area employees under fire for social media comments on Charlie Kirk’s death
Read full article: Multiple Houston-area employees under fire for social media comments on Charlie Kirk’s deathPasadena Independent School District said it is addressing inappropriate and insensitive comments made by an employee regarding the recent death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
16-year-old boy charged after his father was found stabbed to death inside Pearland home
Read full article: 16-year-old boy charged after his father was found stabbed to death inside Pearland homeThe exact relationship between the driver and the dead man has not been disclosed yet, but is part of the ongoing investigation.
Local youth foundation brings home championship title in Deion Sanders 7v7 Classic in Colorado
Read full article: Local youth foundation brings home championship title in Deion Sanders 7v7 Classic in ColoradoLocal athletes are celebrating a big win! The Boykins Youth Foundations 7v7 Elite Team returned to the Houston area from Colorado with a championship title.
Pearland Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth Gala: Focus on Freedom and Inclusion
Read full article: Pearland Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth Gala: Focus on Freedom and InclusionPearland and Brazoria County marked a historic milestone Thursday evening with their first-ever Juneteenth Gala, celebrating freedom and inclusion at the Pearland Recreational Center.
Houston parents raise safety concerns over special needs school bus transportation issues
Read full article: Houston parents raise safety concerns over special needs school bus transportation issuesTransportation to school is a major challenge for many families during back-to-school season, but it is even more difficult for students with severe disabilities.
Governor Abbott announces SBA assistance for families impacted by Spring Branch apartment fire
Read full article: Governor Abbott announces SBA assistance for families impacted by Spring Branch apartment fireTexans affected by last month’s Spring Branch apartment fire on Teague Road can now apply for federal disaster assistance.
Can Houston landlords add extra fees to your rental agreements?
Read full article: Can Houston landlords add extra fees to your rental agreements?Houston area renters say landlords are tacking on fee after fee, adding hundreds of dollars to their monthly rent. One renter in Spring contacted 2 Investigates’ Amy Davis to ask if landlords can require tenants to pay for services they don’t want.
‘Blessing in disguise’: TikTok video showing outburst at Spring restaurant draws community support
Read full article: ‘Blessing in disguise’: TikTok video showing outburst at Spring restaurant draws community supportA TikTok video appearing to show an unruly man at a Spring restaurant has gone viral online.
‘Not your typical holiday traffic stop:’ 8-foot gator seen on Sugar Land highway
Read full article: ‘Not your typical holiday traffic stop:’ 8-foot gator seen on Sugar Land highwayOf all the things to see on the highway, the Sugar Land Police Department shared this photo of an 8-foot gator seen on Highway 6, who they said clearly "didn't get the memo about Labor Day."
Houston Life takes on the treetops in Sugar Land
Read full article: Houston Life takes on the treetops in Sugar LandTessa visited Go Ape Zipline and Adventure park, but it's more than that. She found out why it might be the perfect place where families, friends, and teammates can come together to face challenges together, celebrate wins, and reconnect with nature.
‘Disgusted and Scared’: Fort Bend County neighbors sound off about former CVS turned illegal dumping site
Read full article: ‘Disgusted and Scared’: Fort Bend County neighbors sound off about former CVS turned illegal dumping siteA former CVS parking lot in Sugar Land has become an illegal dumping ground and homeless encampment, raising safety and health concerns among nearby residents.
Third senior living facility managed by Asset Living leaves residents stranded due to broken elevators
Read full article: Third senior living facility managed by Asset Living leaves residents stranded due to broken elevatorsResidents at a Sugar Land senior living facility are reporting missed medical appointments and dangerous falls due to broken elevators.
Beer + Bites: Discover two of the Houston-area’s best craft breweries
Read full article: Beer + Bites: Discover two of the Houston-area’s best craft breweriesThis episode is all about craft breweries, and you can’t talk about craft beer in Houston without a stop at Saint Arnold Brewing Company. It’s an icon of Houston’s craft beer scene for good reason. The brewery, which got its start in the 1990s, helped pave the way for other local breweries while also shaping how craft beer is sold and distributed in Texas.
Young Texas conservatives say Charlie Kirk’s death is galvanizing their religion-forward politics
Read full article: Young Texas conservatives say Charlie Kirk’s death is galvanizing their religion-forward politicsThousands gathered for the Texas Youth Summit, where speaker after speaker memorialized Kirk and encouraged young attendees to rise in his place.
Man shattering windows at Channelview apartment complex dies after being shot by responding deputies
Read full article: Man shattering windows at Channelview apartment complex dies after being shot by responding deputiesThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office said it happened at 719 Sheldon Road.
Muzzle flashes, surveillance video, and expert testimony take center stage on day 3 of Tony Earls manslaughter trial
Read full article: Muzzle flashes, surveillance video, and expert testimony take center stage on day 3 of Tony Earls manslaughter trialOn the third day of testimony in the manslaughter trial of Tony Earls, jurors were shown the gun investigators say killed 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez and heard hours of detailed testimony from firearm, forensic, and digital experts as both sides try to answer a central question: was Tony Earls firing at a fleeing robber or shooting recklessly?
‘Hugs From Texas:’ Victoria quilt shop donating 1,000 quilts to Texas Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: ‘Hugs From Texas:’ Victoria quilt shop donating 1,000 quilts to Texas Hill Country flood victimsIn a small quilt shop in south Texas, comfort arrives by mail — one carefully stitched square at a time.
Eastbound lanes of Highway 90 shut down near Sheldon Road after fatal motorcycle crash
Read full article: Eastbound lanes of Highway 90 shut down near Sheldon Road after fatal motorcycle crashAuthorities say the eastbound lanes of the Crosby Freeway (Highway 90) are shut down after a fatal motorcycle crash.
Ding-dong ditch shooting suspect indicted by grand jury for murder in 11-year-old boy’s death
Read full article: Ding-dong ditch shooting suspect indicted by grand jury for murder in 11-year-old boy’s deathThe suspect accused of fatally shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman last month has been indicted for murder.