Just a quick trip from Houston, the Alamo City comes alive this time of year with events and experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

A person was killed after being shot near an apartment complex in Northwest Houston.

A man wanted for a murder in New Orleans has been captured in Houston after being on the run, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Special Operations Unit.

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) will vote Thursday on whether to close 12 HISD schools by the end of the academic year. Families and students have plenty of questions about what this means, and KPRC 2’s Keith Garvin will be answering them this afternoon.

Rumors have swirled in Houston: is there a serial killer using the bayous as a dumping ground?

“TODAY” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie announced her family is offering a reward of up to $1 million for the recovery of her 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared more than three weeks ago.

Waymo has launched its fully driverless ride-hailing service in Houston, expanding its all-electric autonomous vehicle fleet to the public after extensive testing.

Temperatures stop feeling like summer Sunday

A mother died Tuesday morning after police say she was hit by a possible drunk driver who ran a red light in west Houston.

High-cost housing in Texas’ third-largest city reflects challenges across the state, which has faced an affordability crisis amid extraordinary growth.

Houston hosted the Utah Jazz in a game that got out of hand quickly, as the Rockets held a double-digit lead through the entire second half and cruised to a 125-105 win.

Tre White scored a season-high 23 points and No. 14 Kansas bounced back from a surprising defeat with a 69-56 victory over No. 5 Houston.

Port Houston Elementary parents gathered Monday night to press Houston Independent School District officials for answers after HISD identified the more than 100-year-old school as one of 12 campuses that could close next school year.

Drier air moves in as winds pick up on Tuesday.

Nearly two months after a man’s body was found where White Oak Bayou meets Buffalo Bayou in downtown Houston, his family says they are still waiting for answers about how he died.

Temperatures stop feeling like summer Sunday

Houston’s art scene is always evolving, and one local woman is helping further that footprint after winning big at a New York film festival.

Houston is going global as the 18th annual Indian Film Festival of Houston returns February 27 and 28 at the Asia Society Texas Center. This year, IFFH launches a brand new tradition celebrating the cinema, cuisine and music of a guest country alongside India, with France, the birthplace of cinema, taking center stage. Founder and Executive Director Sutapa Ghosh shares what audiences can expect, from award-winning international films and filmmaker Q&A sessions to the special PWB Talk in collaboration with Producers Without Borders, exploring “What’s Next in the Evolution of Films.” Plus, French Chef David Denis brings culinary excellence to the celebration with a special luncheon honoring France.

New data from the Harris County Medical Examiner's Office show the Bayou death toll has risen to 208 since 2017.

The most decorated men’s basketball player in Team USA history has announced his plans to return for the 2028 Summer Olympic Games.

The new film centers around a string of high-end jewel robberies that start an intense pursuit between a brilliant criminal and a determined investigator.

Houston-area travelers are already seeing disruptions as violence escalates in parts of western Mexico following the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, El Mencho.

Houston police are searching for the driver accused of running over and killing a man who was crossing the street in Third Ward.

Cameras caught a nasty wastewater spill in northeast Houston along South Lake Houston Parkway. Untreated water, toilet paper and waste gushed from what appeared to be a broken pipe

Houston firefighters are working to determine what caused a large fire at a home in southwest Houston Monday morning.

A brush fire burning in northeast Houston has scorched an estimated 200 acres and is now 75% contained, according to officials.

Cars, buses and businesses were set on fire after violence broke out in parts of Mexico. Americans describe sheltering in place while a Houston mother says she has “no date” for returning home.

Residents in the Verde Forest and Caddo Road area should prepare to evacuate if conditions change

A man was hospitalized following an officer-involved shooting in Downtown Houston on Sunday morning. The incident occurred at Main and Bell Streets around 8:54 a.m., and the officer involved was unharmed.

La suspensión de los programas TSA PreCheck y Global Entry debido al cierre parcial del gobierno federal está afectando a los viajeros aéreos en Houston, provocando filas más largas en seguridad y en aduanas. El cierre comenzó después de que los legisladores no lograran ponerse de acuerdo sobre un plan de financiación para el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de Estados Unidos, en medio de disputas sobre las políticas de aplicación de las leyes de inmigración.

The suspension of TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs due to a partial federal government shutdown is impacting air travelers in Houston, leading to longer security and customs lines. The shutdown began after lawmakers failed to agree on a funding deal for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, amid disputes over immigration enforcement policies.

A man was arrested after an hours-long police standoff at a hotel in North Houston.

Albert Williams, 34, has been arrested and charged with murder for the fatal shooting of Glenn Gray, 49, outside a convenience store in northwest Houston. The incident occurred on Friday morning, and despite deputies' efforts, Gray succumbed to his injuries on the scene. Williams reportedly admitted to the shooting during a verbal confrontation after arriving at a hospital with gunshot wounds. He was taken into custody without incident and is scheduled for a preliminary court appearance on Monday.

A Fort Bend County Sheriff's deputy, Deputy Lewis, was critically injured in a hit-and-run incident while assisting a stranded motorist on I-10 near Eldridge in Houston. The vehicle that struck him fled the scene, and the Houston Police Department is investigating. Deputy Lewis, who was in his personal vehicle at the time, was taken to a hospital and is in critical but stable condition. The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office expressed their support for Deputy Lewis and his family.

Michigan is the No. 1 overall seed in the preliminary rankings by the committee that will select the 68-team men's field for the NCAA Tournament.

A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of a Valero gas station on MLK Boulevard and Southlea Street in Southeast Houston around 10 p.m. on Friday. Houston police found the victim with gunshot wounds and he died at the scene. A suspect was taken into custody, although the charges were not specified. Investigators are seeking information from the public and have requested tips to be directed to Crime Stoppers.

Police raided Mambo’s Sports Bar in northwest Houston, which was reportedly operating as an illegal after-hours club causing neighborhood disturbances. Two individuals were arrested for serving alcohol during prohibited hours, and further investigations by multiple agencies may lead to additional charges and penalties.

Former Carolina Panthers offensive lineman signs one-year deal with Texans

A homeowner was killed during a burglary at a Memorial area residence in Houston early Saturday morning. The incident began when a caller reported hearing glass breaking, leading to an altercation and gunfire. Both the homeowner and the suspect were shot and taken to the hospital, where the homeowner died. The suspect has been charged with murder, and the investigation is ongoing.

An emergency community meeting in Houston’s Third Ward brought together residents, civic leaders and elected officials — all united in opposition to a proposed gas station that neighbors say would sit just feet from their homes.

Local businesses that rely on imported goods said they welcomed a recent change in federal tariff policy that could ease costs for retailers and customers.

A Houston attorney is back behind bars as police continue investigating the disappearance — and possible murder — of a man who has been missing for nearly two years.

After Friday’s Supreme Court ruling striking down certain tariffs, many families are asking a simple question, does this mean prices will finally go down?

Gonzales Hat Company specializes in custom, high-quality cowboy hats. The creator, Domingo Gonzales, shares more about how his hobby turned into a business.

The Supreme Court struck down much of President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs on Friday, a decision which could have ripple effects on economies around the globe.

Texans linebacker Jamal Hill honored at his high school

The planting question every gardener is asking right now

It doesn’t take long to realize the number one athlete on that list is Spring native Chad Hedrick, who competed in not one but two Olympic Games in speed skating.

Houston’s waterways have been the site of more than 200 bodies found since 2017, sparking public concern and speculation about a possible serial killer. The documentary "Bodies in the Bayou" explores these mysterious deaths, the challenges families face seeking answers, and the efforts of Harris County officials to address the issue.

KPRC 2 Insider, this is your chance to win tickets to see Riley Green at Rodeo Houston on March 2, 2026.

TxDOT officials said I-10 eastbound at Houston Avenue is reopen following weekend repairs to the Houston Avenue bridge.

A man was found dead in the parking lot of a northwest Harris County convenience store.

Meteorologist Justin Stapleton explored Houston’s roller hockey scene by trading his forecasting tools for skates and a stick.

The Barbie Truck is rolling into Houston — Here’s where to catch it! Barbie fans, start planning your weekend. The Barbie® Truck Sports Club 2026 Tour is making two stops in the Houston area this month, bringing a limited-time pop-up experience

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Breezy behind Saturday's severe weather

The junior forward helped the Bearkats to the 6A playoffs.

A Montrose small business owner says a stranger who somehow knew her full name spent nearly two weeks stalking her, leaving and even mailing a series of increasingly graphic and threatening letters before he was finally arrested.

A federal class action lawsuit filed this month accuses Harris County and County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth of violating the rights of voters with disabilities by failing to provide accessible mail-in voting options.

Stalking is one of the strongest warning signs that violence could escalate — and experts say knowing what steps to take early can make a difference.

As tributes pour in for civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, one Houston journalist-turned educator is reflecting on a moment that helped define her life’s work.

Officials with Harris County Sheriff’s Office have arrived at a Houston hospital after a patient arrived with multiple gunshot wounds.

Firefighters have responded to a building on fire just off I-45 in north Houston.

A 72-year-old woman was killed Tuesday evening after being struck by a pickup truck in a marked crosswalk in Conroe, according to police.

The notice says the layoffs will begin on or around June 1.

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans added to NFL competition committee

A federal indictment from the Southern District of Texas has charged 20 men in the Houston area for crimes related to alleged involvement with the Houston-based “Free Money” gang.

We talk about mental health, but too often the Black community can sometimes be left out of the conversation. During Black History Month, we’re shining a light on The Harris Center on the signs of depression that can be easy to miss, how stigma shows up in families, and why early support can change a child’s entire future.

Houston police and prosecutors have charged a former babysitter with continuous sexual abuse of a child, alleging the abuse involved two victims and spanned multiple years, according to court filings.

Polling locations and sample ballots, county by county, for the Texas Primary Elections on March 3.

A Texas court will hear an appeal this week in a case challenging an injunction that closed three Houston-area maternal health clinics run by a midwife accused under the state’s abortion law.

La Junta Directiva de Magnolia ISD aprobó una resolución bajo la nueva ley estatal conocida como Senate Bill 11 que permite establecer un período diario para oración y lectura de la Biblia u otros textos religiosos en las escuelas del distrito.

Doctors are sounding the alarm about an often-overlooked danger linked to vaping.

Celebration of Life services have been announced for civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., including lying in state events and a homegoing service in Chicago.

Breezy behind Saturday's severe weather

Magnolia ISD has unanimously approved a daily period of prayer on each campus, in compliance with Senate Bill 11, which mandates that Texas school boards vote on the establishment of such periods.

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A driver has been hospitalized after police say they were ejected from their vehicle after crashing into a pole in northwest Houston on Wednesday morning.

A man and a woman were hospitalized after leading officers on a chase through northwest Houston early Thursday morning.

KPRC 2 News Reporter Jaewon Jung's story on how she got started with figure skating.

Residents at the Rivington Townhomes on Del Monte Drive in West Houston say they’ve been dealing with ongoing hot water issues for months and some say they’ve had no hot water at all since the beginning of February.

Another historic Houston theater is at risk of disappearing, as demolition plans loom for the Garden Oaks Theater, a landmark known for its distinctive Art Deco style on Shepherd Drive.

Houston redistricting shifts voters into new congressional districts; many must check their representative as primaries could decide most races.

Houston police are searching for a person of interest after a security guard was shot and killed during a robbery inside what investigators described as an illegal game room in Sharpstown.

A passenger’s attempt to enter the cockpit on a Delta Air Lines flight departing Houston’s Hobby Airport early Wednesday is the latest example of a problem aviation officials say never fully returned to normal after the pandemic: unruly behavior in the skies.

Texans add defensive assistant Jay Simpson

Nearly every day, KPRC 2 is flooded with emails and phone calls from viewers who say their health and quality of life are being destroyed by black mold. It’s a nightmare that KPRC 2 producer and multi-skilled journalist Paige Hubbard knows all too well. She’s now sharing her story after she says she was poisoned by toxic black mold while living in Austin.

Houston police are seeking public assistance to locate 72-year-old Margarita Juarez, who went missing from the 6700 block of De Moss Drive on Tuesday morning. Juarez, who may have dementia, is described as 5'6" tall, weighing 130 pounds, with brown eyes and brown/gray hair, and was last seen wearing green clothing. Anyone with information should contact the HPD Missing Persons Unit or the HPD patrol desk.

A free drive-thru pet food pantry event will be held on February 25 at Bella Vista Missionary Baptist Church in Houston, organized by Best Friends Animal Society in partnership with the Houston Humane Society and Houston City Council Member Mario Castillo. The initiative aims to support families facing financial hardship by providing essential pet food on a first-come, first-served basis, helping prevent the surrender of pets due to economic challenges. Community members are encouraged to donate cat and dog food through Best Friends' Amazon Wish List or directly to the Best Friends Pet Lifesaving Center by February 24, as past events have seen high demand and quick depletion of supplies.

The star stopped by Houston Life to chat all about what fans can expect from the new season.

A look at the heavy-duty process keeping the ocean floor at Flower Garden Banks in the Gulf healthy for future generations.

Every day is Valentine's Day for Bruce and Robin Webb. Houston Life caught up with the couple at Belmont Village West University. They shared their secret to a lasting love.

Multiple northbound lanes on the Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 are shut down due to loose concrete hanging from the overpass Wedensday morning.

Gold and silver prices have surged to historic highs over the past 12 months, drawing crowds of buyers and sellers to precious metal dealers across Houston.

Una mujer del área de Houston asegura que una conversación casual en un camión de tacos se convirtió en meses de miedo, pérdidas económicas y presuntas amenazas contra su familia.

A Harris County Sheriff’s Office Deputy is dead after a crash on Wednesday morning, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

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A Galveston woman says she is out more than 8,000 dollars after canceling a Princess cruise for her 89-year-old friend whose worsening cancer and COPD triggered a denied travel protection claim tied to a pre existing condition exclusion.

For generations of Americans, Rev. Jesse Jackson wasn’t just a civil rights leader he was a voice of hope.

Residents and leaders in Houston’s Historic Riverside Terrace are rallying against a proposed gas station, citing safety, crime, and quality-of-life concerns, and calling for development that reflects the community’s needs.