Authorities have launched a criminal investigation after a disputed deed was filed for the Heights home connected to the Lee Gilley murder case. Matthew Jackson and Save A Life Homes LLC claimed ownership, but the family of Christa Bauer, the victim, disputed this, asserting ongoing partial ownership.

Houston police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday outside the Heights Drive Inn on N. Main Street.

We are currently tracking thunderstorms that are firing up late Monday afternoon.

Mel Camp from Houston Life visits Happy Go Lucky in the Heights to try Hawaiian shaved ice, the new soft‑serve lineup and frozen cocktails. Join us for a tour and tasting!

Harris County capital murder suspect Lee Gilley appeared in a courtroom in Turin, Italy, around 3 a.m. local time Monday, for a hearing to validate his arrest at the Turin Court of Appeals.

Step into Agnes and Sherman, where Asian flavors meet classic diner nostalgia. Drawing inspiration from his rich multicultural upbringing and family history, rising chef Nick Wong captivated food lovers with his unique menu, making this the go-to spot for unforgettable meals and social gatherings.

Residents in Houston’s Heights neighborhood say a dangerous intersection has caused crash after crash — and despite repeated attempts to get the city to act, they’re still waiting for a fix.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd heads to one of Houston’s most dynamic dining destinations: the Heights. Known for its blend of historic charm and ever-evolving food scene, the neighborhood delivers everything from casual comfort food to chef-driven experiences—all within a few blocks.

METRO police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday night on a bus in the Heights.

Drivers traveling along I-10 near the Heights should prepare for major closures this weekend as crews begin the next phase of a long-term construction project.

Darius Dewayne Hall, 18, is charged with capital murder for allegedly shooting Marietta Allison during a robbery in the Heights. He led police on a chase in a stolen vehicle, ending in a standoff at an apartment complex before his arrest. Hall faces additional charges of evading arrest with a vehicle and tampering with evidence. He is scheduled for a preliminary court appearance on Monday.

A woman was shot and killed in the Heights during a possible robbery, according to the Houston Police Department. The incident occurred around midnight in the 500 block of West 20th Street, where officers found the victim with a gunshot wound on the sidewalk. Despite lifesaving efforts, she was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Investigations are ongoing with detectives interviewing witnesses, but no suspect information is available yet; the public is urged to contact authorities with any information.

Heights Foodies Week is back March 1–7, spotlighting locally owned Houston Heights restaurants and supporting the Greater Heights Chamber scholarship fund.

A man was in the hospital after a fight led to a shooting near the Heights.

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely used across Houston, from downtown and the Heights to the suburbs. While they offer convenience, safety experts say riders should stay alert and take precautions before every trip, especially when riding alone or at night.

A viral TikTok challenge is raising alarms among law enforcement after kids were caught on camera kicking strangers’ doors in the Heights neighborhood.

A driver is dead after police say she lost control of her vehicle, crashing into a building in the Heights on Tuesday morning.

In total, six people were injured in the two crashes.

Looking for the perfect gift? Serenity Knives in the Heights has handmade blades, pro sharpening and its biggest sale for Small Business Saturday.

A Houston Reddit post has sparked discussions about the safety of celebrating Día de los Muertos due to fears of ICE raids. Concerns have risen as ICE's presence has been prominent in cities like Chicago and Los Angeles, leading to the cancellation of celebrations in some places. The original poster, a naturalized U.S. citizen, shared apprehensions about attending events, prompting advice from others to take precautions. An ICE operation in Pasadena further heightened tensions, as a standoff occurred following the attempted arrest of an immigrant previously deported.

Police were investigating after a suspected robber was shot and killed in the Heights area.

The Houston Police Department said its officers were called to a drowning on White Oak Drive near Gladys.

A safety light was added after two people were killed here in 2019. But neighbors say drivers still blow through the red every day.

Neighbors on Shepherd and Larkin describe a rise in aggressive behavior, thefts and, in some cases, weapons.

KPRC 2 has previously spoken about El Gato Coffeehouse and its adoption process. Eight years after it was founded and nearly 1,000 adopted cats later, the community is being asked to come through and help El Gato Coffeehouse celebrate its incredible milestone.

Local authorities arrested a man who was accused of burglarizing multiple homes in Houston Heights.

Bethany Hill, whose son attends Field Elementary, said she has tried to access ParentSquare at least 10 times on Tuesday without success.

THIS WEEKEND: White Linen Night is back on Saturday, August 2, and if you’re looking for a must-hit stop in the Heights, Heights Bier Garten is once again throwing down the kind of all-night vibes that keep this summer tradition iconic.

RECOGNIZE HIM? Video shared by the Houston Police Department showed the man going up to the counter, slipping the cashier a note, and then taking money from the cash tray. Hours earlier, however, the same man was seen posing as a customer.

For the past two weeks, recycling delays have frustrated residents across the area. Many have been left wondering when their recycling cans would finally be emptied.

Mèo Bar joins Houston Life with a preview of what they're offering for Asian Restaurants Week in Houston. Plus, they shared their recipe for Pho Carpaccio. Tune in at 1p.m. for the details

Despite Lululemon's policy against staff confronting thieves, new security measures are being implemented in response to the surge.

She's the local chef whose farmers market crowds wrap around her booth weekly and now, Chef Jane Wild has a brand new cafe in the Heights. Today, she's stopping by Houston Life with more on her booming business, and she's teaching us how to make her award-winning lime cream pie.

Whether you're looking to hang out with friends or lay low at the bar, "The Kid," is sure to be your next go-to spot as it blends choice craft beers from Flying Saucer and top-notch burgers from Rodeo Goat.

Texas A&M defensive back to work out for Texans

On March 5, 2025, a man attempted to steal tools from a construction site on E. 25th Street in the Heights, Houston.

An argument over posters ended with one man dead and another shot in the Heights area.

Residents reached out to KPRC 2 via our Help Desk, saying they have sent multiple reports to Houston Public Works, but to no avail.

A woman was injured in a shooting, and a suspicious fire occurred in the Houston Heights area on Monday night.

A homeowner says his house that’s more than 100 years old is falling apart, and it’s not because of old age.

Getting a cat from the El Gato Coffeehouse in the Heights isn‘t as easy as just paying the adoption fee; it’s a whole process. And if you already knew that, awesome. But if you didn't but are curious, check out the journey.

Getting a cat from the El Gato Coffeehouse in the Heights isn‘t as easy as just paying the adoption fee; it’s a whole process. And if you already knew that, awesome. But if you didn't but are curious, check out the journey.

Getting a cat from the El Gato Coffeehouse in the Heights isn‘t as easy as just paying the adoption fee; it’s a whole process. And if you already knew that, awesome. But if you didn't but are curious, check out the journey.

Drivers headed toward downtown Houston may need to find another route after an 18-wheeler hit an overpass bridge in the Heights.

As CenterPoint Energy continues to work on upgrading its infrastructure after the fallout of its Hurricane Beryl response, one Houston-area woman is worried the energy company might be cutting corners.

From the kids to the pets, it's Halloween fun for the entire family in the Heights. We got a sneak peek at what you can find at the annual Hike, Bike, and Fright Fest happening at M-K-T this weekend in partnership with Houston Plant Market

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, we meet chefs who have set up shop inside local neighborhoods and share their signature dishes that keep people coming back.

Houstonian, Derek Cooper is all about spreading joy through music, rollerblading, and good vibes

M-K-T & Houston Plant Market are teaming up to host our 2nd annual White Linen Night! The event is free and open to the public. Celebrating local art from New Orleans, White Linen Night has become a staple in The Heights. Dress up in your favorite white attire as you parade the SITE WIDE market featuring local vendors selling all types of plants, jewelry, candles, lotions, and art.

After an animal shelter in the Heights suffered damage during Hurricane Beryl, a Good Samaritan decided to help out in a huge way

Inside the Friends for Life Animal shelter, staff is cleaning up after water spilled into the building during Beryl.

Get a first look inside this captivating new exhibition that features over 18 unique installations.

At the corner of north Main Street and East 25th Street in the Heights, sits a storage unit that is crumbling from top to bottom. It was damaged after the derecho two weeks ago.

No lights, no air conditioner, no nothing. If you were one of the 900,000 people who lost electricity for several days this month you might expect your next bill to be slightly lower than normal. One man in the Heights called us when he noticed his account showed he was using electricity on days when that was impossible. Investigative reporter Amy Davis explains you how to check your own account.

Top Care ER, a new 24/7 Emergency Room clinic, has opened in Houston Heights, offering quality care to patients without the worry of surprise bills or insurance coverage.

The gates to Donovan Park are locked shut. The Houston Heights Association posted on social media, the park is temporarily closed after inappropriate graffiti was found on the playground equipment. HPD said officers responded on Tuesday where they discovered the graffiti had racist language.

It’s not uncommon to spot trash littered along streets in Houston. From cigarette butts to beer bottles, it’s an ever growing battle in a city that added 140,000 residents last year alone. However, the junk one Houston Heights neighborhood is seeing isn’t your run of the mill.

Despite substantial taxpayer investment for their implementation, the Heights' new bike lanes may prove short-lived.

On Feb. 29, a Kingwood woman was attacked in an attempted robbery.

Giant LED touchscreen kiosks tower over city sidewalks all throughout the region. The kiosks are part of a program launched in 2021 by the Mayor’s Office of Innovation.

Residents in the Cottage Grove neighborhood are terrified after seeing armed men outside their doors in the middle of the night who they claim live in a townhome nearby.

A wrong-way driver who blamed her GPS after hitting and killing a man in the Heights Thursday has been charged in the crash, the Houston Police Department announced Monday.

A man is now dead after police said a wrong-way driver collided with him head-on in the Heights.

People in one Heights-area neighborhood are “alarmed” after a realtor and her client got robbed at gunpoint in the middle of broad daylight.

The 32-year-old woman reported to the Houston Police Department that a strange man tried to grab her during a morning run.

The Houston Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two suspects who are believed to be involved in a deadly shooting in the Heights area.

The Houston Plant Market is hosting its annual HallowGreen Market at M-K-T.

A suspect accused of fatally shooting a man in the Heights in 2021 has been arrested and charged, the Houston Police Department said.

It is not uncommon these days to see water gushing out of City of Houston pipes uncontrollably.

The segment featuring KPRC2 Investigator Mario Diaz takes a look at how politicians spend tax dollars during their meetings.

Water leaks are the top service request in the city, according to 311. Neighbors living in the Heights said a busted pipe flooded their street.

Inside the Sawyer Studios and Gallery near the Heights you’ll hear the sounds of history.

Eureka Heights Brewing, located in the Heights, north of downtown Houston, is a popular craft brewery founded in 2016.

Are you a deal-hunter searching for deep discounts? A sale this weekend in the Heights will offer just that.

Jennifer and her husband Glenn opened Little Banned Library in Houston Heights at the corner of Heights Boulevard and 11th Street.

With more than 20,000 people expected to attend, White Linen Night is known as a vibrant community event that started in 2006 in the wake of Hurricane Katrina by the New Orleans community that moved to Texas and missed their original event.

A business owner is trying to get back on track after thieves were caught on camera taking items from his food truck before hooking up the trailer and driving away.

A motorcyclist died after allegedly traveling at high speed and crashing into the back of a truck on Wednesday on the Katy Freeway near the Heights area.

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Two men accused of murdering a pair of businessmen who owned an out-of-state marijuana dispensary have fled the United States, according to an attorney of a co-defendant in the case.

A 23-year-old woman has been arrested, and two suspects are on the run, in connection to the deaths of two men who were killed in late January.

A double home lot in the Heights is something to behold -- so behold, y’all.

The 11th street corridor in Houston’s Heights neighborhood recently underwent construction to make it safer for bikers and pedestrians to cross.

Building a better tomorrow for all modes of transportation and construction in the Memorial Heights area aims to do just that.

A Cypress couple is traumatized and dealing with a lot of damage after a group of men on bicycles swarmed their car and threw projectiles at it as they tried to drive home Sunday night.

A 17-year-old was shot and killed while inside a vehicle in Houston’s Heights area Saturday evening, according to police.

The Houston Police Department is searching for a missing man last seen leaving McIntyre’s, a popular Heights area bar.

A Heights home is on the market for $995,000, and it caught our eye.

Casa Ramirez takes pride in sharing the Mexican culture and traditions and is currently featuring 6 ofrendas honoring the dead.

Pride Bike Ride Houston returned to its weekly tradition Tuesday night, exactly two weeks after a hit-and-run driver killed one of their own.

Hurricane Ian hits South Carolina early this afternoon

A ruptured gas line has shut down the northbound lanes on North Shepherd between 19th and 20th Streets in Houston’s Heights area Friday morning, Houston police said.

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.

A suspect was shot by a Hitchcock police officer after a lengthy chase from Galveston County to Houston’s Heights area early Sunday, authorities said.

Over a dozen parents filled the dugout at Stude Park on Monday in support of a lawsuit against the president of the Heights-Norhill Little League team and her husband.

Goode Company Restaurants will open its newest location in one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods -- the Heights. The space at 1801 Yale Street will soon be home to Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina.

On Tuesday, community activists called for the termination of a Harris County Precinct One Deputy Constable accused of intentionally driving his patrol unit recklessly during a confrontation with a group of bicyclists.

Cell phone footage of an incident involving a group of bicyclists and a Harris County Precinct 1 deputy constable is going viral on social media.

A reconstruction project in the Heights has a lot of residents talking. The 11th Street reconstruction project in the Heights neighborhood is set to turn the street from two lanes in each direction down to one lane in each direction, and a lot of folks stand on both sides of the aisle when it comes to these changes.