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The Fort Bend County Health and Human Services has confirmed the first positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample in the area for 2025.
The Houston Division of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is searching for Robert Trujillo, a fugitive and known gang member linked to identity and mail theft crimes in Harris and Fort Bend counties.
Deputies in Fort Bend County are searching for a blue 2011 Volkswagen Jetta with a Marine Corps emblem on its Texas license plate, connected to the fatal shooting of 31-year-old Benjamin Flores on June 10 in Fresno.
In a heartfelt TikTok video that has garnered over 3,800 views, 8-year-old Aiden Vachiratevanurak expresses his urgent plea to save his family’s restaurant, Mama Le, located in Richmond.
Students from Elkins, Hightower, Dulles, and other Fort Bend ISD schools were attending the tournament when the incident happened.
In a recent court appearance, George faced legal challenges related to a social media hoax and money laundering charges.
Fort Bend Co. Judge KP George's political journey takes a twist with investigations into money laundering and a social media hoax.
This shift adds to a notable trend in Texas politics, where several state lawmakers have changed party affiliations over the years. What do you think about this political shift?
Fort Bend County Judge KP George returned to court Friday morning to contest criminal charges in two separate cases.
Preliminary investigations showed the man was arguing with another driver before shots were fired. While he tried to flee, deputies say he crashed into a tree.
A 22-year-old nonverbal man with autism was safely located after going missing in Fort Bend County. The case follows a similar recent incident in Pasadena and highlights growing calls for tools like Project Lifesaver to protect vulnerable individuals.
As low cost of living, housing, job opportunities and the nightlife may attract visitors or even new residents to the Houston area -- a new study shows that more than 70% of residents don’t have money for unexpected expenses.
Power outages hit 165K in Houston from overnight storm. CenterPoint Energy restores 90%, but Humble area residents face ongoing issues.
County Judge KP George made his first appearance before a judge following his indictment last month for two felony money laundering cases. He and his attorneys did not spend much time in court, as the brief appearance lasted only a few minutes.
A major crash was closed a busy intersection Friday morning in Fort Bend County, according to Fort Bend County Pct. 1 Constable’s Office.
Nearly two months ago on March 17, KPRC 2 reported on the Fort Bend County Libraries system experiencing a “cybersecurity incident” resulting in a shutdown of nearly all computers in its system.
In Jacinto City, Juanita Vera continues to seek answers in her son Abel Vera’s 2004 cold case, where he was found beaten and hog-tied in a ditch in Fort Bend County.
📢 It's Election Day! Polls are open 7 AM - 7 PM. Harris & Fort Bend voters can vote anywhere in their county; Montgomery voters at their designated precinct.
David Jacob Bettsack, a medical radiologic technologist with Sugar Land MRT, had his license temporarily suspended after the board said they learned he was arrested and charged with two counts of Possession of Child Pornography.
Accused of participating in a social media hoax during his campaign and facing multiple charges, including money laundering, George's legal troubles continue to unfold.
Torchy’s Tacos is opening a new location in Sienna, offering the first 100 guests on April 23 a keychain for free Green Chile Queso for a year.
Kara Hernandez, a former teacher at Ronald Thornton Middle School in Fort Bend ISD, has been arrested and indicted on two felony charges for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
Patel will now serve 24 months of probation, during which he must fulfill conditions such as community service and issuing a public apology.
Facing potential felony charges, George's situation brings his future as a public official into question, as a conviction could mean removal from office.
At the hearing, the state provided evidence that Carlos Portillo-Molina, 45, began sexually abusing two children starting when they were between 7 and 8 years old.
The Houston Health Department is currently reaching out to residents who may have been exposed to measles in connection with Fort Bend County’s first confirmed case.
Health officials said that the case is an adult female, age 50-60, associated with recent international travel. County health officials said that they are actively investigating the case.
A strong cold front is approaching Houston, expected to bring scattered light showers in the afternoon and potentially severe storms during the evening commute.
Fort Bend County libraries have been navigating significant network disruptions since February 24, 2025, impacting services like new library card issuance and web access. County Librarian Roosevelt Weeks has confirmed that a cybersecurity incident is behind the issues.
A man in the Stafford area received a lengthy prison sentence for horrific crimes that led to a 13-year-old girl becoming pregnant.
KPRC 2 Investigates ended up in the Fort Bend County Jail on Wednesday to get a firsthand look at what happens when someone gets processed. We wanted to get a close up of what a person goes through once they are arrested or turn themselves into law enforcement.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George has released a statement addressing the charges against him related to a social media impersonation hoax.
A dog is expected to make a full recovery after it was captured on video being flung around and kicked by a man in the backyard of a Sugar Land home.
A husband has been charged with murder after police say he killed his wife inside their Richmond home Sunday afternoon.
When All Elite Wrestling storms into the Fort Bend Epicenter this weekend, Thunder Rosa will face off against Penelope Ford for an epic match of AEW Collision. AEW Star Thunder Rosa stopped by Studio B to catch Derrick and Tessa up on her journey to wrestling stardom, her Mexican roots, and what keeps her going.
The legal saga continues as another judge steps down from the high-profile case against Taral Patel, a former staffer for Judge KP George and a November 2024 candidate for Fort Bend County commissioner.
The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office has provided KPRC 2 with an update on its investigation into the Missouri City Police Department, where police are accused of destroying crucial evidence without a court mandate.
Missouri City Police Department is under investigation for destroying evidence without a court order, affecting around 100 cases.
Campaign dollars are being used for criminal defense attorneys is a practice KPRC 2 Investigates first encountered during our investigation into over one thousand pieces of African Art being stored in a Harris County maintenance shed.
Fort Bend County officials will announce a new initiative, the Fort Bend Regional Anti-Trafficking Collective, aimed at combating human trafficking.
A manhunt is underway for a Fort Bend County man accused of setting his home on fire and killing the family dog.
If you’re in or from Houston, you know this city is always building something or starting a project. In Fort Bend County, however, there has been a holiday nightmare with the interstate on FM 1093.
New search warrants have been obtained in the investigation of a former Fort Bend County commissioner candidate who is accused of using online personas on social media to spread insults targeted at himself and others to garner sympathy during his campaign.
A former Missouri City police officer indicted for a deadly crash which claimed the life of a mother and her 16-year-old son in June is back in custody after he allegedly violated the terms of his bond.
Authorities were unable to give out too many details on what happened but did confirm the shooter and the victim were both USPS employees at the regional facility.
A college football player says not only was he embarrassed and humiliated, but his car was damaged while being pulled over and forced to the ground by officials with the US Marshals Office.
It’s that time of year again for you to hide your stuff (or gifts) from porch pirates. But there are preventative measures you can take to ensure thieves don't cancel your Christmas.
Magical Winter Lights Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Location and Exciting Attractions. The highly anticipated holiday event, Magical Winter Lights, celebrates its 10th Anniversary at an exciting new venue — the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds. This enchanting experience, takes place from November 15, 2024, to January 5, 2025.
Fort Bend ISD places staff members on leave at three elementary schools amid inappropriate conduct investigations, sparking concerns among parents over transparency and communication.
Viveros was indicted on Oct. 28 for manslaughter in connection with a crash which killed Angela Stewart and her son Mason Stewart.
Leading in the polls against his Democratic challenger, Fort Bend County Pct. 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers says he feels comfortable with the lead he has built over his opponent.
Leading in the polls against his Democratic challenger, Fort Bend County Pct. 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers says he feels comfortable with the lead he has built over his opponent.
A number of signs were tied to incumbent county Commissioner Andy Meyers and featured a mugshot of his opponent, Taral Patel, who is currently facing 9 criminal charges for acts prosecutors say were tied to his respective campaign.
A Bexar County election worker was assaulted Thursday, officials said. In Tarrant County, officials encouraged voters to review their ballots before voting.
The Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office announced they have reached an agreement with Darryl Humphrey, the Mayor of Kendleton, that will drop a charge against him.
An urgent manhunt is underway in Fort Bend County after a man is accused of stabbing his partner to death.
Taral Patel, the Democratic nominee for Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner, was indicted for the ninth time in a social media hoax.
Authorities in Fort Bend County are searching for a man after his girlfriend was found dead in the home that the couple shared.
Taral Patel, Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner Democratic nominee, is embroiled in controversy after being indicted on felony charges.
Taral Patel, the Democratic nominee for Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Commissioner, appeared in court Monday morning for a mandatory hearing.
The Fort Bend County Republican Party is expected to gather Tuesday as County Judge KP George's attorneys filed a motion to throw out the indictment against him linked to a social media hoax with his former chief of staff Taral Patel.
The petition claims a high-profile Pakistani American Businessman teamed up with Fort Bend County Pct. 3 Commissioner candidate Taral Patel to hatch a smear campaign against another candidate they had "a common enemy" with during the 2023 primaries.
A judge in Fort Bend County has sentenced a 46-year-old man to life in prison without parole for sexually abusing a child over a 14-year period.
New search warrants linked to Fort Bend County Judge KP George have been released showing he was in front of Texas Rangers trying to cover his tracks.
A Fort Bend County grand jury returned an indictment against Judge KP George Thursday and now calls for his resignation are beginning to grow.
One of Fort Bend County’s top officials has been indicted for charges surrounding an investigation into fake social media accounts that were used to write attacks against himself and others
Last week, Judge K.P. Geroge was issued a search warrant where he was asked to turn over electronic devices. Records show George is accused of helping fake social media accounts influence an election.
One of Fort Bend County’s top officials has been ordered to turn over his “cellular communication devices.”
Police are still searching for answers after skeletal remains were found during the investigation into the disappearance of 61-year-old Karen Miles, who has not been heard from in nearly three weeks.
