Two after-hours bars in southeast Houston were shut down overnight in a coordinated raid by multiple law enforcement agencies.

The Houston Police Officers’ Union voted to approve a new five-year contract, several provisions continue longstanding policies that shape the department’s operations and oversight.

A historic new contract has been approved to help recruit new officers, as well as raise officers' salaries. Right now, starting officers are making $64K a year, but this new contract will bump that to $81K a year. On top of that, the new contract adds 500 more officers to the department.

Houston began the month with police shooting a man who they say led them on a chase in a stolen SUV. The next day, Mayor John Whitmire announced a five-year contract agreement with the police officers’ union.

Houston city leaders are facing a sobering financial outlook as they begin discussions on the proposed 2026 city budget and look ahead.

Mayor John Whitmire will unveil his administration’s proposed fiscal year 2026 balanced budget.

How much residents pay for water in Houston is a significant focus of the ongoing “Drained” investigation. The city may hire a consulting company to study its water rates.

Mayor Whitmire will be joined by Police Chief J. Noe Diaz and members of the HPOU at City Hall to outline the agreement’s salary updates, benefits, and recruitment efforts.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire has commented for the first time regarding the decision to terminate 12 cadets at the Houston Fire Department after officials uncovered a social media group chat sharing offensive and harmful content.

The City of Houston is set to vote on more trucks for solid waste as well more contractors to help pick it up.

An illegal gambling operation in Houston's 10700 block of FM 1960 Rd W was dismantled following an undercover investigation led by Constable Mark Herman’s Criminal Investigations Division.

This year marks a special year for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps as it celebrates 250 years of service to this nation.

More than 1,000 people gathered outside Houston City Hall today in a protest organized by nonpartisan advocacy group 5051 Houston.

Whitmire was fired up on Thursday telling Houstonians, “If we don’t make this city safe and have workable fire hydrants nothing else matters.”

If you haven’t gone to work yet today, make sure to throw on something red to support your Houston Rockets!

There is a push in our backyard by State Senator Mayes Middleton to reconstruct how our state government looks and operates in the future. The approach is to not only save money for Texans, but also to make government more efficient in the Lone Star State.

Join Houston in celebrating the life of boxing legend George Foreman.

A recent survey conducted by the University of Houston showed stark divisions among residents when it comes to the direction the city is going in, how safe they feel and the job our elected leaders are doing.

Over 600,000 people took to the streets in more than 1,200 “Hands Off” protests across the United States on Thursday, with three of those demonstrations held in the Houston area.

Houston is offering voluntary buyouts to retirement-eligible employees to tackle budget challenges while avoiding layoffs.

Turner died March 5 at the age of 70. He served as Houston’s 62nd mayor from 2016 to 2023.

Turner died Wednesday at the age of 70. He served as Houston’s 62nd mayor from 2016 to 2023.

This decision follows an extensive audit by Ernst & Young, which highlighted areas for improvement

Houston city leaders and company executives are coming together to unveil new plans to reinvent downtown Houston’s convention district.

Exciting news has landed at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with the inaugural flight of ZIPAIR, connecting Houston to the dazzling lights of Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). ZIPAIR has officially become Houston’s first international long-haul low-cost airline, operating four flights a week to the Land of the Rising Sun.

The 18th Congressional District of Texas is once again facing a leadership transition following the death of U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner at age 70.

Known for his three decades of public service, Turner was lauded by political figures and citizens for his leadership and advocacy.

“I’ve lost a personal friend,” a somber Mayor John Whitmire said before the City Council. “No one will be able to step into Sylvester’s shoes and carry on his duties because there’s only one Sylvester Turner.”

Houston and the nation mourn the loss of former Houston Mayor and U.S. Representative Sylvester Turner, who passed away at the age of 70.

As part of the city's commitment to combat homelessness, there are big plans in store for several grants equating to roughly $2.5 million that, if approved by council members, could help facilitate these efforts.

“I visited three warming centers Wednesday night,” Mayor Whitmire said. “The operation was efficient and welcoming."

The first phase of Houston’s water bill improvement plan is nearing completion. However, instead of improvements, many customers are reporting higher bills than before the mayor’s promised changes.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire held a press conference as Texas prepares for more cold weather this week.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire says the city is prepared as best as it can possibly be going into its second freeze of the year.

When Houston Mayor John Whitmire was elected, he promised a citywide audit to identify waste and inefficiencies. The results are now in, and they reveal significant areas for improvement.

Houston City Council Member Willie Davis is set to announce a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing concerns over violent crime in the community.

Texas has executed a man convicted of killing two men as part of a 2004 dispute with his boss at a strip club.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is making strides in reforming the city's police department after the shocking revelation of over 200,000 suspended sexual assault and domestic violence cases.

The Houston Health Department is launching a $20 million EPA-funded initiative for climate resilience, beginning with the Trees and Trash 2025 event in the Fifth Ward.

Houston Housing Authority appoints a new CEO and President months after KPRC 2 exposed a series of questionable contracts and projects

Jamie Bryant was voted in by the HHA Board of Commissioners on Thursday.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire will announce updates for the 2025 Tour de Houston, including a new route and three ride distance options on April 13.

Houston, Harris County leaders are set to discuss safety plans, and stadium upgrades ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is a man of his word. He’s sending some of Houston’s best food to Kansas City after the Chiefs’ big win and making sure that the people who made it all possible get a plate.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is holding a press conference to provide the latest information on the winter storm in the area this week.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire held another press conference to provide the latest updates on the anticipated weather conditions as they begin to ramp up across Houston tonight

Harris County is preparing for an impending Arctic front, with Judge Lina Hidalgo announcing a readiness plan to keep residents safe and warm.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire held another press conference to provide the latest updates on the anticipated weather conditions as they begin to ramp up across Houston tonight

The City of Houston is preparing for the potential impacts of an incoming winter storm, which has prompted the decision to close its airports.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire will be holding a press conference to provide the latest updates on the anticipated weather conditions across Houston this week.

Mayor John Whitmire will be joined by the City of Houston’s public safety leadership team Friday morning to discuss details related to Sunday’s Chevron Houston Marathon safety plan.

Here is what we know about the U.S. Marshal K-9 wounded by a suspect during Wednesday's manhunt.

Join the annual MLK Day Parade this month in Houston, Tx.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire says firefighters from Houston have arrived in California to help assist crews battling massive wildfires around the Los Angeles area.

The Houston Fire Department was called just before 5:30 a.m. for an apartment complex on fire, and a mayday call was initiated after 3 firefighters were hurt.

HISD reversed its decision back in September to let the students perform at the 2025 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans after Houston Mayor John Whitmire offered a police escort for the band.

The mayor has said from day one that public safety has been a huge focus for him as mayor.

Whitmire is nearing the end of his first year in office and spoke on a variety of topics with Goulding.

On the final day of 2024, Houston Mayor John Whitmire sat down for a one-on-one interview with KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding.

This holiday season, Houston’s Mayor John Whitmire and Police Chief J. Noe Diaz, Jr., are teaming up with local law enforcement to increase DWI enforcement around the city.

Residents of the Washington Corridor neighborhood are raising their voices amid escalating noise and crime issues.

Following the tragic death of Sergio Ivan Rodriguez, a Milby High School student struck by a train near Broadway Street, Union Pacific and Houston city officials, including Mayor John Whitmire, are implementing immediate safety measures

This weekend, Houston-area law enforcement agencies worked together with Mayor John Whitmire to patrol one of the city’s most rambunctious areas. Their efforts seemed to pay dividends, as multiple stops led to arrests of would-be criminals in the Washington Corridor.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire told KPRC 2 he is committed to having a skywalk built near Milby High School to provide students a safe pathway onto their campus.

We are hearing from dozens of Houston water bill customers who say they need help with sudden surprise bills. The KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation has been looking into water bill issues in Houston for 2+ years.

“We don’t want to ban short-term rentals because that would be illegal and unconstitutional," Houston Council Member Julian Ramirez said. "What we want to do is get at the bad actors, the folks who are not following the rules."

Houston Mayor John Whitmire committed to addressing the city’s water billing and meter reading issues, problems that were first exposed two years ago in the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. As the year-end deadline for his Water Bill Improvement Plan approaches, some Houston residents are experiencing new frustrations with their water bills.

If you’re looking to take in some festive displays without spending a dime, here are the best spots in the city where you can enjoy the lights

The city of Houston has faced many monumental moments this year, and we have a lot to be thankful for.

After Houston Mayor John Whitmire outlined his plan to reduce homelessness in the city Thursday, another organization is also bringing awareness about the issue.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo recently celebrated a milestone, tying the knot in a small and intimate ceremony at the River Oaks Garden Club in Houston.

Mayor John Whitmire says his vision is to get people off of the streets and instead help get them into temporary housing; with the ultimate goal of getting them affordable housing or reuniting with family.

Mayor John Whitmire has named the new director of Houston Public Works (HPW).

You may soon notice a change in your water bill. Mayor John Whitmire announced that the city’s water department is ahead of schedule in replacing broken remote-read sensors attached to residential water meters.

With just over a week until Thanksgiving Day, the City of Houston is looking for the community’s help as it gears up for another fun-filled holiday parade.

Ban Tien has been appointed as the first Asian American Police Chief of the METRO Police Department in Harris County, marking a significant milestone for the organization.

Thanksgiving hasn’t even passed, but the City of Houston is already excited to announce plans for its annual holiday tradition.

“It’s a somber mood this morning, we gather here to lay our brother to rest,” HFD Captain and public information officer, Sedrick Robinett said.

The Houston Fire Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Marcelo “Ox” Garcia III, the firefighter who died in the line of duty late Wednesday night.

The Houston Fire Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Marcelo “Ox” Garcia III, the firefighter who died in the line of duty late Wednesday night.

A visibly distraught Chief Munoz said Marcelo Garcia served with HFD for 10 years, the last six of which were with Station 23. “Please keep the Garcia family in your prayers, keep the Houston Fire Department in your prayers as we mourn the loss of our brother,” he said.

Assistant Chief Marion Spann has made history as Fire Marshal, making her the first Black woman to have such a critical position. But this isn’t her first time making breaking barriers.

Mayor John Whitmire says his vision is to get people off of the streets and instead help get them into temporary housing; with the ultimate goal of getting them affordable housing or reuniting with family.

Homelessness in Houston. It’s a major problem Mayor John Whitmire says he’s hoping to solve.

The focus of our request were those emails tied to the nearly $2 billion dollar United Airlines project at Bush Intercontinental Airport’s Terminal B.

Texas voters headed to the polls on Nov. 5, 2024, to cast their ballots in the general election.

Join thousands of Houstonians in celebrating the spirit of Thanksgiving with the 75th annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade today.

Hollins filed a letter Tuesday with the city’s Office of the Inspector General and the Houston City Council Ethics Committee with the request.

Multiple sources confirm an investigation connected to the Houston Housing Authority is underway in Houston’s East End Tuesday.

Sunday night’s helicopter crash in Houston’s Second Ward happened in a primarily residential area and many people witnessed the incident.

Authorities say there were multiple fatalities after a helicopter struck a radio tower and crashed in Houston’s Second Ward.

Officials say four people aboard a tour helicopter were killed when it crashed into a radio tower in Houston and burst into flames.

Authorities say there were multiple fatalities after a helicopter struck a radio tower and crashed in Houston’s Second Ward.

Think of the position as the city's Chief Financial Officer.

In the aftermath of Mayor John Whitmire calling out City Controller Chris Hollins over alleged “pay to play” conflicts for an upcoming conference, KPRC 2 is looking into how the City will hold its chief financial officer accountable.

City Controller, Chris Hollins is sharing his side of the story after Houston Mayor John Whitmire held a news conference Thursday morning calling out suspected “pay to pay” conflicts for an upcoming investors conference.

The news conference is expected to be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, where Mayor Whitmire will address the allegations and his plan to ensure "transparency and accountability."

Houston Mayor John Whitmire, alongside leaders from the city’s professional sports teams, will address the future of the Harris County Houston Sports Authority in a news conference today at 11 a.m.

The Texas Council on Family Violence is launching a vital new initiative to support those experiencing domestic violence in Houston.

An arrest has been made following a mass shooting at a block party in Northeast Houston, which resulted in three fatalities and eight injuries.