A family of five from Houston was killed during an accident while they were driving to the Dallas area for Mother’s Day.

Court records showed Donald Carson, 55, had been arrested at least twice (in 2003 and 1993) before he was arrested over the weekend for causing a deadly crash that claimed a 3-year-old's life.

Firefighters did not say how the crash happened but said two vehicles were on fire; one person died and three others were hospitalized—two of them were last said to be in serious condition.

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says the frontage road of I-45 is shutdown in both directions at Highway 242 after what they are saying was a critical incident on the northbound flyover.

These storms could produce large hail (nickel-sized) damaging winds (over 65 mph), and a slight tornado risk.

Houston Transtar cameras show the backup from FM 1960.

Wednesday dew points will steadily increase

A Houston police officer injured in a crash was rushed to a local hospital Tuesday.

Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that happened on Interstate 45 and Crosstimbers around 8 a.m. on Saturday.

Another chance of severe weather north of Houston Sunday. Here’s what you need to know.

Several lanes were closed for hours on I-45 North Freeway after dozens of loose steers escaped Monday afternoon, according to the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office.

A total of three cars were involved. Two people, a 10-year-old girl and her 33-year-old mother have died in the crash. Five other people were injured including the accused driver behind this major crash.

Traffic on the northbound mainlanes of I-45 at Research Forest is being diverted to the feeder road due to a crash involving power lines across the roadway, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

After a deadly crash on Interstate 45 in the Woodlands area Monday morning, KPRC 2 looked into the dangers of the highway over the years.

A major crash with injuries has closed all southbound lanes of I-45 at Sawdust Road. Traffic is currently being rerouted at the Rayford/Sawdust Exit, and drivers are advised to avoid the area to prevent delays.

The Houston Fire Department is preparing for a possible wildfire outbreak in all areas along and west of I-45. However, some fire danger exists as far east as the I-45 corridor, following a Red Flag Warning issued on Tuesday.

Firefighters said they were unsure what started the large fire, but no one was injured.

If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in Houston traffic, watching the minutes tick by as you inch forward, you’re not alone.

The northbound lanes of I-45 the North Freeway are shut down after a fatal crash.

The southbound lanes of I-45 are currently blocked in north Harris County after an 18-wheeler got stuck in a ditch.

Investigators said the driver was in a black Cadillac last seen going north on I-45 N and are asking anyone who might have information on what happened to come forward.

A seven-vehicle crash on SH-99/Grand Parkway has completely shut down the westbound lanes between the Hardy Toll Road and I-45, causing significant traffic delays.

The northbound lanes of I-45 the North Freeway are shut down at Gulf Bank Road after a police chase ended in a crash.

Houston Police say the crash involves four cars and a motorcycle.

Police have not shared details on what led up to the crash or what the 18-wheeler was hauling, but there is a shipping container on its side.

A fatal two-car crash occurred early Thursday morning on I-45 South near the White Oak Drive exit, according to the Houston Police Department.

The accident happened in the 3400 block of the Gulf Freeway, near FM 517.

Multiple units have responded to an apartment fire in Spring on Wednesday, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

The northbound freeway of I-45 was shut down for hours after police said a person was killed after getting hit by a car.

Investigators say it's unclear when the crash scene will clear.

The $13 billion I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project has sparked significant debate in Houston, as community groups like Stop TxDOT I-45 raise alarms about the potential loss of 1,235 homes and 331 businesses.

The I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project, a $13 billion initiative, is set to commence with a groundbreaking ceremony today in downtown Houston.

TxDOT will be holding two separate public meetings to provide an update on the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project.

A new episode of the KPRC 2 Investigates true crime docuseries 'The Evidence Room' premieres Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. exclusively on the KPRC 2+ livestream.

The bus crashed near the outlet mall on Interstate 45.

If you have plans this weekend, you’ll want to keep an eye out for some major closures as The Texas Department of Transportation continues a repair project.

Drivers coming in from Baytown, headed to downtown, look for a different route as an 18-wheeler crash is causing several shutdowns.

A mother helped police stop a man running from them over the weekend in Spring.

Our next tropical storm forms next week

Investigators say the man started fighting with two women officers when they discovered he had a gun.

Police said while the roads were closed and crews worked to clean up the wreckage, another DWI driver hit a patrol vehicle blocking the freeway.

Expect delays! There will be multiple weekend closures impacting Beltway 8 and I-45 North.

A road closure on the Interstate 45 highway has left some Houstonians in a jam Saturday.

All southbound lanes on I-45 have been closed after an 18-wheeler burst into flames Thursday morning.

TxDOT will be closing the northbound lanes of I-45 for roadwork Wednesday night.

The Hardy Toll Road SB lanes will close this weekend for the Ironman race. Plan accordingly!

Both the northbound and southbound lanes are closed as a result, so authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area and use Hwy 6 and Hwy 3 as alternative routes since heavy delays are expected.

Two women are in critical condition after being shot multiple times on the I-45 freeway, Houston Police Department says.

Police say a good Samaritan near the scene caught the incident unfolding on their DashCam. The video showed a man at a stop sign before another driver pulled up beside his car, and fired several shots, killing him.

A man was hospitalized on Tuesday afternoon after being shot in north Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Initially, Sheriff Gonzalez reported a "metal piece" in the roadway was causing damage to vehicles but later said it may have actually been “an expansion joint” that became loose.

A deadly crash involving a motorcycle has shutdown the southbound lanes of I-45 the North Freeway in north Harris County.

A crash on the I-45 North Freeway Northbound at West Rd. has left at least one person dead.

Tornadoes, and damaging winds are possible

A two-vehicle crash has caused a partial closure on Interstate 45 North on Wednesday.

Hazmat crews are working a scene where they said an 18-wheeler has crashed and began leaking fuel on the Gulf Freeway.

The southbound lanes of I-45 are shut down near Research Forest Drive in Montgomery County following a crash.

Authorities said the northbound lanes of I-45 are currently shut down as crews investigate a deadly crash in north Harris County.

I-45 closure could impact weekend commute and holiday travel is in full swing

We have a threat for street flooding

An 18-wheeler lost its load Wednesday afternoon on I-45 North, just after the Katy Freeway, according to Houston TranStar.

Flood threat Friday

The first I-45 public meeting regarding the I-45 Highway Improvement Project is scheduled to happen on Wednesday.

A vehicle fire led to lanes being shut down on I-45 in north Houston Saturday.

A motorcyclist was killed Monday morning after a police chase led to a crash in north Houston.

A box truck overturned on Interstate 45 at Crosstimbers Street on Wednesday, which has caused several traffic issues, the Houston Police Department said.

Crews have reopened the southbound lanes of I-45 at Beltway 8 North after a multi-vehicle crash

A young child is in critical condition after a crash involving two vehicles on I-45 in north Houston Saturday.

A man was reportedly hit and killed while trying to cross a feeder road in north Houston on Thursday night.

The driver of a motorcycle was killed in a crash on the North Freeway Wednesday evening.

KPRC 2 anchor/reporter Bill Barajas and his photographer Adrian Crooks have loaded up and hopped on I-45 headed to Arlington ahead of Game 3 of the ALCS.

A crash involving three vehicles has shut down the northbound lanes of the Gulf Freeway at College Avenue in southeast Houston.

According to the Shenandoah Police Department, around 2:25 a.m. Sunday, officers were wrapping up a DWI investigation when they noticed a white Toyota SUV traveling north on the I-45 service road at high speeds with no lights on.

Timing and placement of severe weather has changed

There is a major traffic alert in Houston.

If you’re going out for the Fourth of July this year, there are some street closures you’ll want to look out for.

A person is dead after a crash involving a motorcycle on the North Freeway early Friday morning.

There is a major traffic alert in Houston.

There is a major traffic alert in Houston.

A pedestrian was fatally struck on IH-45 Gulf southbound at Beltway 8-South Thursday, which caused a complete shutdown, according to the Houston Police Department.

An 18-wheeler hauling a trailer with some type of tar product inside has caught fire, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.

There is a major traffic alert in Houston.

Humidity back Sunday

A woman died and four others, including children, were critically hurt after a car fell off a bridge on I-45 in La Marque late Monday night, officials said.

All northbound and southbound lanes on Interstate 45 are closed on Sunday in Galveston due to a crash and power lines, according to the Texas Department of Transportation.

To facilitate necessary pavement repairs on I-45 North Freeway northbound main lanes between Quitman Street to N. Main Street, crews will have several closures taking place beginning Friday, May 19 at 9 p.m. to Monday, May 22 at 5 a.m.

Heads up, travelers! If you’re catching a flight at Hobby Airport, you’ll want to keep reading.

An 18-wheeler carrying a tall load was seen headed the wrong way on I-45 northbound near downtown.

A crash involving an Alvin ISD school bus has two frontage lanes of I-45 Gulf Freeway headed northbound shut down Wednesday morning.

There is a major traffic alert in Houston.

The Texas Department of Transportation said Friday that portions of the westbound Beltway 8 main lanes will be closed for emergency spot repairs on the roadway surface.

Houston community members and advocates with the organization Stop TxDOT I-45 are traveling to Austin on Wednesday to demonstrate their support for House Bill 4386.

At least one person is dead after a crash involving an 18-wheeler on I-45 north Thursday morning, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Lane closures on I-45 Gulf Freeway northbound at Griggs to Wayside are the cause of major traffic delays Monday, according to TranStar.

Two motorcyclists were killed and two were left injured after a driver went on a shooting spree that spanned from Spring to the Huntsville area Friday, according to Huntsville Police Department.

Transportation Freedom Lobby Day at the Texas capitol is happening Tuesday and Houston activists against the I-45 expansion project will be in attendance.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee held a meeting with Federal Highway Commissioner Shailen Bhatt and stakeholders on the upcoming I-45 expansion project.

Multiple southbound lanes are blocked on I-45 North Freeway due to a rollover crash, officers with the Houston Police Department said.

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A multi-vehicle crash on I-45 North northbound at Tidwell has caused complete lane closures, TranStar says.