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Houston faces more widespread showers, thunderstorms expected to stretch into Tuesday evening
Read full article: Houston faces more widespread showers, thunderstorms expected to stretch into Tuesday eveningWe’re tracking more widespread showers starting late morning and stretching into the evening.
‘Broke both his legs:’ Shoplifter leaps from 2nd floor of Galleria, lands on ice rink, police say
Read full article: ‘Broke both his legs:’ Shoplifter leaps from 2nd floor of Galleria, lands on ice rink, police sayA shoplifter reportedly trying to run from Houston Police officers jumped from the second floor of the Galleria Mall and landed on the ice skating rink below, where he was found unable to move.
Houston residents share experiences amid ongoing conflict in Israel
Read full article: Houston residents share experiences amid ongoing conflict in IsraelKPRC 2 spoke to two Houstonians—one still in Israel, who is waiting for Israeli airspace to open back up so she can get travel, and another who made it home just a few days before the U.S. bombed nuclear sites in Iran.
‘We need help down here’: Montrose residents raise safety concerns ahead of Pride Weekend
Read full article: ‘We need help down here’: Montrose residents raise safety concerns ahead of Pride WeekendAs Houston gets ready to celebrate Pride Weekend—with Beyoncé in town, Astros games on deck, and one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods in the spotlight—some in Montrose say what’s happening outside the celebrations is getting harder to ignore.
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez urges vigilance during ongoing conflict between Iran, Israel
Read full article: Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez urges vigilance during ongoing conflict between Iran, IsraelHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez has asked residents to do their part to keep Harris County safe in light of a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ways to keep the kids engaged this summer without becoming ‘public enemy #1’ with Chantell Preston
Read full article: Ways to keep the kids engaged this summer without becoming ‘public enemy #1’ with Chantell PrestonSummer break doesn't have to mean the kiddos slipping into bad habits. Mom and entrepreneur Chantell Preston joins us with a few fun, low-stress ways to keep your kids engaged while strengthening your bond as a family.
Gov. Abbott smokes proposed THC ban, businesses continue to bud
Read full article: Gov. Abbott smokes proposed THC ban, businesses continue to budTHC will remain on the shelves in smoke shops across Texas after Governor Greg Abbott shot down a bill aimed at banning the element derived from marijuana.
Kevin Durant fires back at ESPN’s Emmanuel Acho after ‘Legacy Formula’ discussion
Read full article: Kevin Durant fires back at ESPN’s Emmanuel Acho after ‘Legacy Formula’ discussionThe newest member of the Houston Rockets has wasted no time in reminding the residents of H-Town about his favorite pastime: Beefing online.
Houston doctor gives cancer patients a second chance at life
Read full article: Houston doctor gives cancer patients a second chance at lifeFor more than 55 years, a Houston doctor has dedicated his life to cancer medicine, developing a groundbreaking treatment known as ICTriplex. Today Dr. Salem and his team at the Salem Oncology Center offer those fighting cancer renewed hope and a real chance at remission.
7 adopted dogs en route from Texas to forever homes killed in van fire
Read full article: 7 adopted dogs en route from Texas to forever homes killed in van fireTRAGIC! The van caught fire during the trip after they were fostered and rehabilitated in Houston. Four were able to be saved, but seven others sadly didn't make it.
Houston police officers injured in crash, beer cans found thrown from truck
Read full article: Houston police officers injured in crash, beer cans found thrown from truckInvestigators say two officers and the truck driver were hospitalized and found beer cans thrown from the truck and onto the street.
LIST: Where to find Love Island USA watch parties in Houston
Read full article: LIST: Where to find Love Island USA watch parties in HoustonLove Island USA fever hits Houston! 🎉 Join watch parties at hotspots like Ale & Ivy, PKL Social, and more. Don't miss the drama, bombshells, and recouplings!
Pickup trucks remain prime target for thieves in Houston
Read full article: Pickup trucks remain prime target for thieves in HoustonPickup trucks are the prime target for vehicle thieves across Houston, with law enforcement officials warning of sophisticated theft schemes, including VIN cloning operations.
Westheimer food truck park sparks neighborhood complaints over trash, noise, rodents
Read full article: Westheimer food truck park sparks neighborhood complaints over trash, noise, rodentsA Westheimer-area food truck lot that’s served hungry Houstonians for nearly a decade is now at the center of growing neighborhood frustrations.
‘That doesn’t look like your stuff!’: Woman confronts copper thief couple at NW Houston office building
Read full article: ‘That doesn’t look like your stuff!’: Woman confronts copper thief couple at NW Houston office buildingJustin Franklin and Christina Pivirotto have been charged with theft for the crime, allegedly committed on June 2.
Stars Bryce Dallas Howard and Nick Mohammed chat new action comedy ‘Deep Cover’
Read full article: Stars Bryce Dallas Howard and Nick Mohammed chat new action comedy ‘Deep Cover’When their “acting class” turns into actual crime-fighting, the only thing more dangerous than the criminals… is their commitment to the bit.
Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre’s Pitreboyz Foundation making an impact on and off the field
Read full article: Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre’s Pitreboyz Foundation making an impact on and off the fieldHouston Texans star Jalen Pitre is making big plays on, and off the field! From his PitreBoyz Foundation, to being honored at the city of Stafford's Juneteenth festival last weekend, Lauren Kelly caught up with the Houston-native all about his impactful work in our local community. Transcript
Trailblazing rodeo legend Acynthia Villery talks hall of fame honor and Black cowboy history
Read full article: Trailblazing rodeo legend Acynthia Villery talks hall of fame honor and Black cowboy historyBlack western heritage is deeply rooted in our community and Beaumont native, Acynthia Villery is being recognized as one of the trailblazers working to preserve it. She just became one of the first women to be inducted into the Black Cowboy Museum hall of fame. We got to know the third-generation rodeo professional.
Weekend traffic alert: Lanes of I-69/Hwy. 59 to be closed for maintenance
Read full article: Weekend traffic alert: Lanes of I-69/Hwy. 59 to be closed for maintenanceDrivers who plan to use the I-69 / Hwy. 59 corridor this weekend should prepare for significant traffic adjustments on June 21, 2025, as the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced a lane closure for maintenance work.
Houston’s All-Stars Car Show invites local car owners to join MLB stadium’s one-of-a-kind event
Read full article: Houston’s All-Stars Car Show invites local car owners to join MLB stadium’s one-of-a-kind eventHouston's Daikin Park will host MLB's first-ever car show, the All-Stars Car Show, on August 2.
3 Houston men arrested after posing as daytime service workers in College Station area burglaries
Read full article: 3 Houston men arrested after posing as daytime service workers in College Station area burglariesThree men from Houston, Carlos Daniel Cordova-Valencia, Jann Hayler Cuero-Garces, and Bryan Fernando Nunez-Arboleda, have been arrested for their involvement in a series of daytime home burglaries in Brazos County.
Fire destroys 16 units at storage facility in NW Harris County
Read full article: Fire destroys 16 units at storage facility in NW Harris CountyHeavy flames took out a total of 16 storage units at a facility in northwest Harris County and three firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion at the scene.
2 arrested after high-speed chase with Houston police on North Fwy
Read full article: 2 arrested after high-speed chase with Houston police on North FwyHouston police say the speeding driver crashed into another car, and then the driver and their passenger got out of the vehicle to try and make a run for it.
Overflowing recycling bins frustrate Houston residents amid pickup delays
Read full article: Overflowing recycling bins frustrate Houston residents amid pickup delaysOverflowing recycling bins have become a common sight in neighborhoods across Houston, as delays in pickup services stretch into weeks — and in some cases, nearly a month.
Houstonian volunteering in Israel evacuated as conflict with Iran escalates
Read full article: Houstonian volunteering in Israel evacuated as conflict with Iran escalatesAs the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates, some Americans have found themselves caught in the crossfire on the ground in Israel as missiles fall from the sky.
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.
Suspect in bus stop shooting back in custody after escaping METRO PD interview room
Read full article: Suspect in bus stop shooting back in custody after escaping METRO PD interview roomAuthorities say a suspect who escaped from police custody just north of downtown Houston Thursday has been captured.
‘Listen to the Artists’: Houston’s Graffiti Park demolished after years of grassroots art
Read full article: ‘Listen to the Artists’: Houston’s Graffiti Park demolished after years of grassroots artFor more than a decade, a weathered building off Chartres Street in East Downtown Houston became a living canvas—bold, raw, and ever-changing.
Dehydration threatens Houston’s homeless — Star of Hope calls for urgent water donations
Read full article: Dehydration threatens Houston’s homeless — Star of Hope calls for urgent water donationsAs Houston’s heat intensifies, Star of Hope is urgently asking for bottled water donations to support the city’s homeless community. From shelter residents to those still living on the streets, every bottle helps meet a critical need during the hottest months of the year.
Houston Rockets give Ime Udoka long-term contract extension
Read full article: Houston Rockets give Ime Udoka long-term contract extensionAfter going from missing the playoffs to earning the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets have locked down their head coach with a long-term deal.
‘Swindled enough people’: Houston family demands criminal charges after home stolen, demolished in deed fraud
Read full article: ‘Swindled enough people’: Houston family demands criminal charges after home stolen, demolished in deed fraudA family held a news conference on Juneteenth outside the Houston Police Department’s headquarters to demand charges for forgery and fraud after their home was stolen and demolished.
FULL SHOW: Honoring 160 years of freedom and legacies of resilience across generations
Read full article: FULL SHOW: Honoring 160 years of freedom and legacies of resilience across generationsCommemorate 160 years of Juneteenth by exploring historic towns and celebrating community gatherings from Houston to Galveston.
Gov. Abbott signs $20 billion ‘generational investment’ in Texas’ water infrastructure bill into law
Read full article: Gov. Abbott signs $20 billion ‘generational investment’ in Texas’ water infrastructure bill into law“Water is a critical need for all Texas,” Governor Abbott said in part. “In my State of the State Address, I called on the Texas legislature to make the largest investment in water in Texas history...With this law, we will secure Texas' water future for generations to come.”
‘Our rock bottom:’ SNAP benefits stolen & homeless, Houston mom and son’s luck finally turns
Read full article: ‘Our rock bottom:’ SNAP benefits stolen & homeless, Houston mom and son’s luck finally turnsAfter enduring more than a year of relentless hardships, a Houston mom and son are finally seeing a turn of fortune, having once faced the despair of being without a roof over their heads.
‘I pray for you’: Parishioner responds after sacred statues beheaded outside Kingwood church
Read full article: ‘I pray for you’: Parishioner responds after sacred statues beheaded outside Kingwood churchAt St. Martha Catholic Church in Kingwood, three sacred statues — including one of the Virgin Mary — once stood outside the sanctuary. Today, they’re gone.
Why is red velvet cake associated with Juneteenth?
Read full article: Why is red velvet cake associated with Juneteenth?Red velvet cake has become associated with Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, for several reasons that tie into the cultural, historical, and symbolic aspects of the celebration:
Generations of goodness: The Moorhead family’s blueberry legacy in Conroe
Read full article: Generations of goodness: The Moorhead family’s blueberry legacy in ConroeIt has been a tradition for many families in the Houston area: blueberry picking at Moorhead's farm in Conroe. Meet the family behind the business that spans 50 years and find out where you can enjoy the berries in Houston -- and what makes them extra delicious.
Juneteenth 2025: What businesses are open and closed in Houston?
Read full article: Juneteenth 2025: What businesses are open and closed in Houston?Houston is observing Juneteenth as a federal holiday, with many services and businesses closing to honor the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
CenterPoint Energy reaches $3.2 billion resiliency plan settlement to improve Houston’s electric system
Read full article: CenterPoint Energy reaches $3.2 billion resiliency plan settlement to improve Houston’s electric systemThis investment promises to install automation devices, replace 130,000 storm-resistant poles, and significantly reduce outages by 1 billion minutes.
Houston man wanted by FBI on multiple charges, including 2 murders during 2023 robbery
Read full article: Houston man wanted by FBI on multiple charges, including 2 murders during 2023 robberyThe Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Houston Police Department are searching for a man accused of killing two other men during a robbery in 2023.
700 military personnel sent to Texas, Florida, Louisiana to support ICE
Read full article: 700 military personnel sent to Texas, Florida, Louisiana to support ICEThese troops will support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) by providing logistical, administrative, and clerical assistance at detention facilities.
Federal cuts threaten HIV prevention efforts in Houston amid rising infections
Read full article: Federal cuts threaten HIV prevention efforts in Houston amid rising infectionsAs Houston battles a surge in HIV and STI rates, the federal funding that supports free testing and prevention services is now on the chopping block, leaving local advocates warning of devastating consequences for the most vulnerable.
Mother seeks justice almost a year after son’s murder at Houston tow yard
Read full article: Mother seeks justice almost a year after son’s murder at Houston tow yardNearly a year after her son was gunned down at a Houston tow yard, Marselina Ramirez Cisneros still struggles to sleep, haunted by the knowledge that half of his alleged killers remain at large.
‘Very convincing’: Houston nonprofit name being used in domestic violence scheme to defraud victims
Read full article: ‘Very convincing’: Houston nonprofit name being used in domestic violence scheme to defraud victimsMultiple victims have reported being approached by a woman traveling in a vehicle filled with children, and sometimes a dog, claiming to need emergency assistance to access domestic violence shelter services.
Robbery suspects captured by K9 after shooting at undercover police officers in southeast Houston
Read full article: Robbery suspects captured by K9 after shooting at undercover police officers in southeast HoustonTwo robbery suspects are now in custody after firing several shots at undercover police officers in southeast Houston Tuesday afternoon.
Round Top Film Festival brings vibrant cinematic charm to the Texas Hill Country for the second year
Read full article: Round Top Film Festival brings vibrant cinematic charm to the Texas Hill Country for the second yearThe Round Top Film Festival returns to the Texas Hill Country this November with curated films, engaging panels, and community events. Set in a charming small town, the festival blends cinematic storytelling with Southern hospitality and creative connections.
Golfers brave sweltering Houston heat to raise $50K for the Houston Humane Society
Read full article: Golfers brave sweltering Houston heat to raise $50K for the Houston Humane SocietyGolfers braved the scorching Houston heat on Tuesday to support the Houston Humane Society during its annual golf tournament.
Explaining Houston’s downpours in the summertime: the daily diurnal dilemma
Read full article: Explaining Houston’s downpours in the summertime: the daily diurnal dilemmaKPRC 2’s meteorologist Caroline Brown explains Houston’s typical June weather pattern featuring daily afternoon thunderstorms, high temperatures around 92 degrees, and a look at upcoming rain chances.
Clear Lake homeowner says city permitting delays have left him in ‘concrete situation’
Read full article: Clear Lake homeowner says city permitting delays have left him in ‘concrete situation’The issue began in April when Inabinette received a notice from his homeowner’s association requiring him to fix the broken sidewalk. He submitted an application on April 16 and hired a contractor.
Houston’s housing affordability under strain amid climate risks, housing study reports
Read full article: Houston’s housing affordability under strain amid climate risks, housing study reportsHouston remains one of the more affordable major cities in the U.S., but a new report suggests that status is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain.
‘A love letter to Black Houston’: Houston Grand Opera celebrates Juneteenth with song cycles honoring history, culture
Read full article: ‘A love letter to Black Houston’: Houston Grand Opera celebrates Juneteenth with song cycles honoring history, cultureComposed by Joel Thompson and penned by librettist Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton, this collection of 12 songs is a tribute to the community's stories and landmarks, including the iconic Eldorado Ballroom.
Peter ‘Pilot Pete’ Weber chats NBC travel competition series ‘Destination X’
Read full article: Peter ‘Pilot Pete’ Weber chats NBC travel competition series ‘Destination X’Hosted by actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan, contestants travel on a blacked-out bus trying to figure out where the “x” they are each week.
Fully-robotic heart transplant surgery performed at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
Read full article: Fully-robotic heart transplant surgery performed at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical CenterSurgeons at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on an adult patient—the first reported in the United States, according to a release.
Triple military academy success: Houston Heights senior chooses West Point
Read full article: Triple military academy success: Houston Heights senior chooses West PointHouston Heights High School senior Hudson Pace achieved the rare feat of gaining acceptance to three prestigious U.S. military service academies and has chosen to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Case where beloved father shot to death over parking in west Houston now being referred to grand jury
Read full article: Case where beloved father shot to death over parking in west Houston now being referred to grand juryA tragic incident where 31-year-old Abdul Rahman Waziri was shot and killed following an argument over parking will now be referred to a grand jury for review, according to Houston police.
‘Houston helped bring TORO to life:’ Texans mascot enters the Mascot Hall of Fame
Read full article: ‘Houston helped bring TORO to life:’ Texans mascot enters the Mascot Hall of FameHouston Texans mascot TORO, famed for his stunts, viral pranks, and community work, has been inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame Class of 2025. A special halftime ceremony will celebrate this milestone.