Authorities are piecing together if speed or alcohol might have played a role in a deadly accident that killed a driver and hospitalized his passenger.

As Halloween approaches, families across the Houston area prepare for trick-or-treating, and may be looking for the best neighborhoods to take the kiddos to celebrate.

H-E-B and TK Elevator Corporation (TKE) are facing a lawsuit by a family after a toddler lost four of her fingers in an escalator accident at a Bellaire H-E-B store.

A woman is being sought by Bellaire police after allegedly shooting her ex-boyfriend outside the Bellaire Police Department.

Bellaire High School has been placed in secure mode after a bomb threat was made during the school day Wednesday.

A freshman at Texas A&M is now $50,000 richer after nailing a field goal.

No matter how much you might not agree with a politician or a political party - don’t steal or damage their campaign signs.

A restaurant owner in southwest Houston was left stunned and confused after his establishment was hit by robbers. If that wasn’t shocking enough, details surrounding the break-in have led the owner to believe this was not the work of inexperienced crooks.

Houston police said three men asked another for $20 at a food truck. That man went to get the $20, but investigators say he returned with a pistol -- he didn't shoot it but pointed it at the three others, and they shot him.

There can be six different types of hair loss. Ranging in reasons for hair loss from genetics to tight hairstyles like braids, cornrows or pulling it into a bun, knowing what type of hair loss you have can help doctors determine a treatment.

Summer is the perfect time for a pool day! But if you’re swimming in a chlorinated pool, the chemicals can strip your natural oils and leave you dry, brittle, and itchy.

Advanced Body Scan of Houston works to prevent heart disease, with their state-of-the-art technology to help you stay healthy.

Bellaire Police stated via Facebook they were part of the team investigating a suspected illegal marijuana operation and that arrests were pending.

Now that the holidays are over and kids are back to school, the flu is still spreading.

A pickup truck reportedly crashed into a home in southwest Houston on Wednesday.

Some strong storms popped up across the Houston area Saturday ahead of an advancing cold front.

Voters cast their ballots for the Decision 2023 runoff election

If you have online orders on the way to your front door this holiday season, chances are you are concerned about the possibility of them being stolen before you even pick them up.

Several trick-or-treaters are in the Bellaire area for Halloween.

Bellaire business owners say they’re losing customers because of ongoing construction.

A man accused of attempting to abduct a woman Thursday morning is possibly tied to similar incidents in the Houston area, according to the Bellaire Police Department.

KPRC 2 Investigates spoke with A.J.’s grandmother, Kay Winston, the mother of Antonio Sr. after the verdict.

While questioning the husband, investigators said he admitted to tracking his wife with a GPS tracker, kidnapping and shooting her. Investigators said he also led officers back to the area where he hid the weapon used in the shooting.

A suspected serial bank robber is in custody after leading officers in a chase near Greenway Plaza on Thursday, police said.

Looking for a brilliant firework show, live music performance, a bit of exercise or a hearty meal for this Independence Day?

KPRC 2 and Coffee Fellows is excited to offer 100 Insiders a BOGO offer to the new location in Bellaire.

Prosecutors in Michigan have notched another conviction in a 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

A man accused of supporting a foiled plot to kidnap Michigan’s governor plans to change his not-guilty plea.

Streaming live April 21, watch high school softball action in the KPRC 2+ app

"At Advanced Body Scan, we have proven that early detection saves lives," said Advanced Body Scan founder Steve Marler. In over a decade of doing full body scans the clinic has discovered the early signs of two of the most deadly disease, heart disease and cancer in thousands of people. The earlier you detect disease the sooner you can start treatment. Houston Life's Melanie Camp went to Advanced Body Scan in Bellaire to find out more.

Two officers with Bellaire PD were hurt in a head-on crash with a suspect following a chase Saturday morning.

Houston police are searching for the suspect caught on video body-slamming a woman to the ground during a robbery attempt in southwest Houston.

A man says he was shot in a case of road rage after he was involved in a crash on the 610 Loop in Bellaire.

Episcopal soccer returns to Bellaire as SPC 4A Champions, thus marking the program’s fifth since 2016.

Houston Independent School District police are investigating after a former Bellaire High School student trespassed and brought a gun onto the campus on Monday.

Three suspects who were caught burglarizing a check cashing business in west Houston were arrested and charged early Monday, officials said.

Three suspects who were caught burglarizing a check cashing business in west Houston were arrested and charged early Monday, officials said.

A lifeguard is being lauded as a hero after rescuing two children from a pool in Bellaire.

Multiple business owners in the Bellaire area are left with questions after a string of burglaries recently hit their area.

One of the best things you can do for yourself and your loved ones is take a proactive stance with your health.Even if you feel okay, it is worth taking a closer look at what is going on inside your body and while this may sound very ‘future science,’ there is actually technology that can help you do this and it is completely pain free.Houston Life’s Melanie Camp went to Advanced Body Scan in Bellaire to chat with company founder, Steve Marler, to find out more.

In August of 2021, Weaymon “Dub” Crochet from Bellaire went to Houston Methodist in the Texas Medical Center with COVID.

Traffic Expert Anavid Reyes got first dibs on new information on that huge construction project at one of the worst bottlenecks in Texas and in the nation!

With Lamar, Heights and Westside, District 18-6A has a trio of programs used to winning and making the playoffs. The consistent standard of success is remarkable. There’s a lot of tradition in this league, anchored by the Texans.

The City of Bellaire is hosting a fun, free event this evening that the whole family will enjoy!

Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, is your family up for the challenge? What could you make if you had an empty cardboard box, some duct tape and a swimming pool? Would you sink or would you float? Find out happens to Lauren Kelly, live on-air, Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC2.

Monday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2, it’s a story that you’ll see first on Houston Life. A teen lifeguard had an unbelievable day at work while watching over a pool in Bellaire. What happened? How did the teen keep calm under such pressure? We’ll find out Monday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life.

There is an eyedrop that promises to lift, widen and whiten your eyes like a cosmetic surgery but without needles.

A revolutionary device is helping some of the millions of Americans who have trouble hearing. This new technology, called Earlens, is very similar to how natural hearing works, according to Dr. Ron Moses from The Center for ENT near Bellaire.

Two men are behind bars accused of trying to carjack a 67-year-old woman in Bellaire.

After two-years, an iconic Bellaire staple is back, Bellaire Broiler Burger is once again serving its signature cheeseburgers and crinkle-cut fries across Houston.

Houston Independent School District’s Bellaire High School has a record-breaking 13 valedictorians, surpassing last year’s nine students who graduated with a perfect grade point average, according to a release.

Community leaders gathered ahead of Houston Independent School District’s Board of Trustees’ monthly meeting, demanding two high school baseball coaches be fired amid allegations of racism.

CYPRESS—Shadow Creek broke open a competitive game at halftime with a dominant third quarter to rout Bellaire, 73-42, in their Region III-6A semifinal Friday night at the Berry Center.

After Bellaire’s 59-25 loss to DeSoto in a San Antonio tournament game in late November, Cardinals junior wing Jacolb Cole shook the hand of DeSoto head coach Richard Bacon.

Are you a Emily Bronte’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ fan or are you just a book lover looking for a modern-day palace?

Those headed down the Southwest Freeway this weekend are in for another Houston traffic woe.According to Transtar officials, three main lanes of the highway starting at Bellaire Boulevard have been shut down for the weekend.

The inside of the Dandelion Cafe in Bellaire was dark on Monday and current plans call for it to stay that way for another week.

A Bellaire neighborhood is searching for answers after they found five dead or dying cats in the past two weeks -- four this week alone.

A police chase in Houston ended in an arrest Friday, Houston police said.

Here come the 'Horns.

Palace Social is Houston's new entertainment spot with a reimagined take on the Palace Bowling Lanes that previously occupied the location.

The Houston Life Prize Wheel gives us the opportunity to connect with our wonderful viewers and gives you, the viewer, the opportunity to win BIG prizes.

After graduating from Bellaire High school in 2014, Juliana Destefano moved to Los Angeles to make it as an actress and standup comedian.

The city of Bellaire is considering an ordinance that would put limits on homeowners who want to rent out their own property.

Ready to get back out and get back in shape? Head to Row House and StrechLab in Bellaire for Fit Fest 2021 Saturday, May 22.

Police said a stepson shot and killed his stepfather at a Bellaire restaurant on Wednesday night.

One Houston Independent School District high school is making history in June. Bellaire High School‘s Class of 2021 will have a record-breaking nine valedictorians crossing the stage this year.

Happy April Fools Day, Houston!

BELLAIRE, Texas – One of the hardest-hit groups during the pandemic has been seniors. With the vaccine rollout, many of them who have been cooped up for the last year are venturing out. According to the Department of State Health Services, 25% of seniors in Texas have been fully vaccinated. Ad“This is somewhat of a celebration of being able to get out and do things, social things, after a year of being stuck home,” said Becky Hayes. “For my single friends, for my widowed friends, I think it’s been very difficult because they’re alone,” said Becky Hayes.

A screenshot from surveillance video released by authorities from a December incident at a fast food restaurant in Houston. HOUSTON – The Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division needs help identifying two men who robbed another man after beating him up at a Houston fast food restaurant late last year. Anyone with information related to the investigation is advised to directly contact Crime Stoppers of Houston. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.

The Memorial girl's basketball team won their first round playoff game by defeating Bellaire 71-43 on Thursday night at Delmar Fieldhouse. The last time the Lady Mustangs won a playoff game the current players weren't even in elementary school. The Lady Mustangs hope to continue their winning ways through the next round of the playoffs as Memorial will face a familiar foe in Katy Tompkins. Tompkins defeated Memorial in the third game of the season 58-44. Enjoy the Highlights below as the Memorial Lady Mustangs advanced to the second round of the playoffs!

HOUSTON – A Bellaire High School student that killed another student on campus was found guilty of manslaughter, according to Bellaire Police Department Assistant Chief Onesimo Lopez. The unidentified suspect, who was 16 at the time, shot 19-year-old Cesar Cortes in the chest inside the JRTOC supply room on Jan. 14, 2020, according to officials. Cesar Cortes, 19, was fatally shot at Bellaire High School on January 14, 2020. Courtesy: Click2Houston.com (KSAT)The student and another person were arrested at a convenience store nearly four hours after the shooting. At the time, investigators said the shooting was possibly unintentional but reckless and that the suspected gunman seems to show no remorse.

The 2021 Basketball Season is in full swing! VYPE has run the numbers and checked the film, and are proud to present our Top Basketball Prospects from around the city! Check them out! Class of 20211) Ramon Walker, Shadow Creek (Houston)2) RJ Keene, Concordia Lutheran (Boise State)3) Kaleb Stewart, Atascocita (Louisiana Tech)4) Javon Jackson, C.E. King5) Tyrone Baker, FB Hightower6) Sir Isaac Herron, Legacy Sports & Science7) Ashton Smith, Legacy Sports & Science (Texas A&M)8) Josh Farmer, Sharpstown9) DJ Richards, Cypress Creek10) Jalen Gibson, Legacy Sports & Science11) Elijah Lawrence, Bellaire (Rice)12) Shaun Walker Jr., Manvel (McNeese State)13) Jaylen Wysinger, Cypress Creek14) Johnathan Massie, Legacy Sports & Science15) Noah Kon, Houston Christian16) Aaron Scott, Legacy Sports & Science17) Patrick Punch, Eisenhower18) Griffin Datcher IV, Concordia Lutheran19) Jake Arnold, Katy Taylor (Houston Baptist)20) Brian Myles, Legacy Sports & Science (Prairie View A&M)21) Ethan Yancy, Premier Academy22) Will Young, Premier Academy23) AJ Ferguson, Cypress Park24) Mason McBride, Manvel25) Brandon Love, Fort Bend Bush26) Chris Felix Jr., Westbury Christian (Air Force)27) Chuks Isitua, Yates28) Peter McKey, Alief Hastings29) Damian Watson, Cypress Woods30) Brian Gordon, Shadow Creek31) Drew Calderon, College Park (Indiana State)32) Gaston Elie, Memorial33) PJ Neal, Legacy Sports & Science (Prairie View A&M)34) Jaylon Calvin, Bellaire35) Ky Watkins, Katy PaetowClass of 20221) Bryce Griggs, FB Hightower2) PJ Haggerty, Crosby3) Chancellor White, Foster (Eastern Carolina)4) Amaree Abram, Summer Creek5) Charles Chukwu, Katy Paetow6) Austin Benigni, The Woodlands Christian Academy7) Shawn Jones, Shadow Creek8) Dok Muodar, Premier Academy9) Sam Bradford, Goose Creek Memorial10) Kemauri Millender, Clear Brook11) Cameron Crockett, FB Travis12) BB Knight, Tompkins13) Xavier Owens, Klein Cain14) Cameron Amoree, Shadow Creek15) Mason Docks, Cypress Ridge16) Trey Miller, Concordia Lutheran17) Seth Jones, Dickinson18) Kaleb Pounce, Atascocita19) Jason Clark, The Village School20) Isaiah Barganier, FosterClass of 20231) Chris Johnson, FB Elkins2) Tyler Smith, FB Bush3) Jaland Lowe, Kinkaid4) Jacolb Cole, Bellaire5) Maya Bote, Premier Academy6) Marcus Millinder, Clear Brook7) Jace Posey, Strake Jesuit8) Jaylen Benard, Cy Ranch9) Orlando Horton, Clear Falls10) Jamari McDowell, Manvel11) Ma'syn Howell, Legacy Sports & Science12) Charles Herve, Pearland Dawson13) Josh Ugbaja, Legacy Sports & Science14) Jesse Fuller, Tomball15) Kentrelle Royston, Nimitz

HOUSTON – “Indian Matchmaking” is one of Netflix’s most popular dating shows of 2020. "Indian Matchmaking" (Courtesy of Netflix)“I just soak in the positivity. “Indian Matchmaking” follows matchmaker Sima Taparia while she sets up meetings for her clients looking for love and marriage. Aparna Shewakramani on Indian Matchmaking (Courtesy of Netflix)However, according to Shewakramani, the show didn’t capture her vibe or her personality. If you haven’t seen “Indian Matchmaking,” check out some of Aparna’s best moments on the show on the link below.

BELLAIRE, Texas – “Officer” Hunter Gossett has two things to fight: crime on Bellaire’s streets and cancer. His law enforcement dream came true Thursday thanks to Houston-nonprofit Stuff the Sleigh, bringing kids like him special holiday joy. Stuff the Sleigh worked with the Bellaire Police Department to bring Gossett a special “swear-in” ceremony to become a police officer for a day. Welcome our newest member, Officer Gossett to Bellaire Police Department! Fighting leukemia while he battles crime on... Posted by Bellaire Police Department on Thursday, December 10, 2020“Welcome our newest member, Officer Gossett to Bellaire Police Department!” the police department wrote on Facebook.

It was Bellaire, who was one game away from reaching the state tourney. The Cards made school history for the second time last year, advancing to the Regional Finals. Well, their three stars return, so state is a legit aspiration. District MVP Jaylon Calvin and first-teamer Elijah Lawrence (Rice-commit) make up the best backcourt in the city. To purchase VYPE's 2020-21 BASKETBALL PREVIEW, CLICK HERE.

Is FB Bush flush with young talent? It was back in 2010 when FB Bush made its one-and-only state tournament appearance. The Broncos won it all that year under the direction of coach Ronnie Courtney, who is now at FB Marshall. So, what does coach Brandon Gay have up his sleeve entering his third season as head coach? National recruit for the Class of 2023 Tyler Smith will play a much bigger role in 2020-21.

HOUSTON – Two Houston-area cities will soon have a new spot to visit for breakfast, lunch, and boozy brunch cocktails. In a news release, The Toasted Yolk will be opening their 15th and 16th restaurants in League City and Bellaire after leases were signed for the two franchise locations. The Toasted Yolk in League City is located at 2535 Gulf Freeway near FM 646 and is set to open next month. The Bellaire location, at 5103 Bellaire Blvd is slated to open on March 2021.

BELLAIRE – In honor of Veteran’s Day, a Bellaire neighborhood came together to honor a US Navy veteran, who served in WWII and the Korean War. The surprise brought 96-year-old veteran Joe Wardell Sr. to tears. He’s the original Joe Wardell, and he served in World War II and the Korean War,” Joe Wardell Jr. said. Wardell Sr. joined the Navy as a young man, fighting in WWII and then again as a lieutenant in the Korean War. There are lots of cards.”Sure enough, at 4 p.m., Wardell Sr. exited the garage to see the crowds of neighbors cheering him on.

But VYPE has still done what we have always done when it comes to previewing Texas high school football here in Houston. CLICK HERE TO PRE-ORDER THE 2020 VYPE HOUSTON FOOTBALL PREVIEW MAGAZINECLICK HERE TO ORDER PHOTOSPreseason RankingsLamarHeightsBellaireChavezWestsideWestburySam Houston(Bold Denotes Playoffs)...VYPE PRESEASON AWARDSMost Valuable Player: Jalen Morrison, HeightsOffensive MVP: Dashawn Daniels, ChavezDefensive MVP: Rodney Dansby, BellaireBreakout Player of the Year: DeMone Green, HeightsSleeper Team: Chavez... There are a pair of new coaches within District 18-6A as Westbury and Sam Houston have high hopes of getting out of the district basement. The district's Offensive MVP Dashawn Daniels will carry the mail as the district's top RB. ...WESTSIDE WOLVESThe Westside Wolves will have to manufacture points this season as District MVP Akeem Benjamin has graduated.

BELLAIRE, Texas The first day of a COVID-19 vaccine trial by Moderna began Friday for participants in the Houston area. This week, President Donald Trump announced a $1 billion deal with Moderna for the companys vaccine. Houston researchers are trying to make it happenAt the Texas Center for Drug Development in Bellaire, the trial participants arrived to receive the first injections. I feel comfortable with the degree of safety that was demonstrated in the first phase trial and Ive also followed the lead of Anthony Fauci who said that its reasonably safe for the third phase trial, said trial participant Patrick Yarbrough. Dr. Anthony Fauci said thats a good thing to have more options and could hopefully result in faster manufacturing.

HOUSTON The coronavirus pandemic has revealed wide income and health care disparities between two neighboring Houston-area communities Gulfton and Bellaire. Many Gulfton residents are struggling to make ends meet, but the community is looking at ways to curb this disparity. The Gulfton neighborhood is made up of mostly minorities with the latest demographic data revealing 69% of residents are Hispanic. But for Gulfton residents like Guillermina, she isnt so sure. In our series Stronger Houston, we examine issues impacting people inequitably by race, gender, income, age, geography, religion, and other factors.

BELLAIRE, Texas – Conrado Flores said he is thankful to be alive after a stop at the ATM in Bellaire earlier this week turned dangerous. He says he grabbed for the gun and there was a brief struggle with the suspect before the suspect pistol-whipped him. After he was finally able to break free and drive away, Flores says he then started following the suspect who was running away. If you have information about the suspect or the crime, you’re asked to make an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers by calling 13-222-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case.

An experienced senior group is back, headed by Addison Stevenson, who finished ninth overall with a time of 18:06.58. If Tompkins can push a few more girls into the Top 30 spots, they could contend for a higher team finish. The team finished 13th overall at last year's state meet but do return some experience. OTHERS TO WATCH: Huffman FalconsHuffman finished ninth overall at the UIL State Cross Country meet last year. They do lose two senior runners but return three more harriers with experience.

HOUSTON On the market for $4,395,000, this prairie-style custom-built Bellaire home is a majestic retreat. Amenities include a pool with fountains, winter patio with fire pit, meditation garden, mahogany temperature-controlled wine room and a spacious bar area, according to the official listing posted on HAR.com. Highlights of this exceptional piece of architecture include gorgeous wooded floors and hand-made art glass windows, chandeliers and light fixtures, per the listings description. Completed in 2009, the home is wrapped in Norman brick and is surrounded by oak trees. 5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)5208 Braeburn Drive (HAR)For more information on this listing, click here.

VYPE wants the fans to vote for their favorite Houston Volleyball player! The VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Outside Hitter of the Year Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Volleyball Preseason Outside Hitter of the Year Poll (Poll Closes Tue 7/14 at 7pm)

BELLAIRE, Texas A Bellaire research firm is in the race to find a COVID-19 vaccine after being selected to conduct clinical trials. Researchers say its now up to the public to sign up for the clinical trials so they can get a vaccine on the shelf. The Texas Center for Drug Development (TCDD) is asking for volunteers to come forward after the firm was selected for the COVID-19 vaccine trail. The program is a joint effort between TCDD and DM Clinical Research, which are two of the largest non-institutional clinical research networks in the Greater Houston area, according to a press release. Volunteers will not be injected with COVID-19 during the trials, per the doctors, but their medical and medical histories will be checked.

Events will be different this year, with some activities going virtual. Katy Fireworks ShowDate and time: Sat. July 4, 9 p.m.Join the City of Katy and Typhoon Texas on a fireworks show on the Fourth of July. The City of Katy also requests event attendees to maintain six feet of social distance and wear face coverings during the fireworks show. This 4th of July join us for the annual Freedom Celebration* and enjoy our evening program of fireworks and music at 9... Posted by Official - City of Katy on Friday, June 19, 2020Sugar Land Virtual Fireworks ShowDate and time: Sat.

BELLAIRE, Texas – Located along Loop 610, you’ll find a 3.6 square mile city surrounded by Houston, West University Place and Southside Place. Known as the City of Bellaire, this suburb of Houston offers plenty of restaurants, coffee shops and parks for its population of nearly 17,000. In the early development of the city, Bellaire was targeted by Midwestern farmers as an agricultural trading center. Today, Bellaire continues to operate as a council-manger form of government and has successfully resisted annexation by Houston. Visitors and residents can find several markers placed around town, sharing its history dating back to 1908.

Greg Abbott announced phase 3 of reopening Texas, including guidelines for newly permitted outdoor events ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. According to the guidelines, outdoor events with more than 500 people are permissible in Texas, but organizers must coordinate with local and county officials to provide safety protocols to safely hold the event and to retrieve approval. Factors to consider include the likelihood of individuals 65 or older attending the event and the countys level of COVID-19 transmission. Safety protocols for outdoor events include the following:Groups of a maximum of 10 people must maintain six feet of distance between other groups or peopleGuests must self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms before attending eventFace coverings are strongly recommended for guests, required for event workersTo read the full guidelines for outdoor events, click here. Fourth of July events scheduled next month:Fourth of July in MagnoliaDate: July 4CITY OF MAGNOLIA WILL HAVE FIREWORKS.

HOUSTON – The coronavirus did not stop a Bellaire family from celebrating their matriarch on Monday, who turned 95 years old. On Monday, during the year of coronavirus she turned 95 years old. Maureen Tucker, Roslyn’s daughter, came up with the idea to celebrate the milestone with an outdoor party, a socially distant one. When Roslyn stepped outside Brookdale Senior Living Solutions in the Galleria, staff, family and friends greeted her with song. Tucker said the hope is to celebrate her mother’s 96th birthday next year without the coronavirus or social distancing.

BELLAIRE, Texas – If a coronavirus outbreak shuts down Episcopal High School in Bellaire, administrators and teachers say they have a plan in place to continue educating students from their homes. The school has been training staff on new computer programs, like Microsoft Teams. When the head of school Ned Smith first announced the virtual class contingency plan, students admit, they weren’t excited about the idea. Jay Berckley, dean of arts and innovation at Episcopal, said the coronavirus crisis forced quick action“This wasn’t something that any of us were thinking about three months ago,” Berckley said. He said he has been in contact with other independent schools and city and county school districts working together on best practices.

BELLAIRE, Texas – A fatal crash involving a motorcyclist closed all main lanes on the West Loop at Evergreen Street Tuesday afternoon for several hours, police said. Bellaire police said a woman driving the motorcycle was northbound in the 7000 block of IH-610 when traffic stopped. Police said the female motorcyclist was unable to stop and crashed into the back of another vehicle, throwing her from the motorcycle. The woman was wearing a helmet during the crash. Around 5 p.m., all main lanes reopened.

West Loop at U.S. 59/I-69For the second weekend in a row, the West Loop will be closed at the Southwest Freeway. West Loop traffic through Uptown will be snarled, but less so. Southbound traffic will be able to access the Southwest Freeway this weekend and all exits through Uptown will remain open. Alternate routes across the Southwest Freeway in this part of town include Chimney Rock, Rice Avenue, Newcastle and Weslayan. The connector ramps from the Eastex Freeway (U.S. 59/I-69) to I-10 eastbound will also be closed.

HOUSTON – The JUSGO Supermarket was open for business despite rumors that an employee at the store had come down with the novel coronavirus. It affects our supermarket, it affects Chinatown business and everybody gets scared," Chen said. KPRC 2 reached out to the Houston Health Department about the rumors. In this case, it seems to be the Chinese community,” said Scott Packard, a spokesman for the Houston Health Department. He said it was the health department’s standard procedure to avoid commenting on suspected cases because it leads to misinformation.

BELLAIRE, Texas – Houston Independent School District interim superintendent Grenita Lathan discussed several steps being taken to address security on the district’s campuses. Word of these measures came after Lathan and other HISD officials met with students at Bellaire High School. I’m a parent, my child attended this school,” Lathan said. While she declined to name the 20 campuses since the decision is not final, Lathan said HISD has already plotted out costs. Lathan said in addition to meeting with student leaders at Bellaire, she will meet with campus leaders at all 45 high schools.

BELLAIRE, Texas – A man attempted to steal two luxury cars in Bellaire Wednesday night but was unsuccessful, the victims said. The video shows the armed man approaches the driver and demanded his wallet and keys. The second robbery attemptA few blocks away, the suspect attempted to steal a white BMW from another man, Oscar Aguilar, officials said. Aguilar said the suspect robbed him of his items and keys but couldn’t start the car. He said the gunman attempted to start the car for three minutes before he gave up and ran.

BELLAIRE, Texas – The mother of the teen shot and killed at Bellaire High School last week spoke with Bellaire police detectives Monday. “The whole school district, school security is the worst. "The pistol believed to be the weapon used in last Tuesday’s shooting at Bellaire High School has been recovered and is in possession of the Bellaire Police Department,” Chief Byron Holloway stated. In a Friday statement, acting Superintendent Grenita Lathan said HISD was exploring measures to increase student safety. In the days since the fatal shooting, Bellaire High School has restricted entrances and instituted bag checks, among other updated security procedures.

HOUSTON – A weapon connected to a shooting at Bellaire High School last week that left one student dead, was found Monday, according to the City of Bellaire. “The weapon believed to be used in the Bellaire High School shooting that occurred last Tuesday has been found,” City of Bellaire Executive Assistant Raquel Porras wrote in a post on Nextdoor. After the shooting, the suspect was at large for about four hours before he was arrested. The teen suspect faces a manslaughter charge and is being held without release at the Harris County Juvenile Probation Center. ‘Want accountability’: Bellaire High School students hold protest at HISD headquarters after shootingA mental health evaluation was ordered for the teen suspect Friday and police previously said the teen appears to show no remorse.