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Klein ISD nurse fired following over-the-counter pills mix-up with ADHD medication
Read full article: Klein ISD nurse fired following over-the-counter pills mix-up with ADHD medicationDuring a routine audit on Monday, the pill bottles were found to contain similar-looking over-the-counter medications instead, according to a letter to families shared with KPRC 2’s Bryce Newberry. The district confirmed Thursday that the nurse has been terminated.
Windy conditions continue, the chance for record-breaking heat in Houston late week
Read full article: Windy conditions continue, the chance for record-breaking heat in Houston late weekWe actually have a chance to break record mid-week. As you get the kids ready for school, you might want to dress them in layers, by 7 a.m., we will be in the 60s and hit our high in the 80s by afternoon. Plus, the humidity will make it feel a little warmer too!
Coyote sightings in Houston area increasing. What to do if you spot one
Read full article: Coyote sightings in Houston area increasing. What to do if you spot oneTexas law allows residents to protect their pets from coyotes when necessary, but there are also non-lethal methods to deter these animals.
6-month-old baby dies after being attacked by family’s dog in Baytown
Read full article: 6-month-old baby dies after being attacked by family’s dog in BaytownBaytown police confirmed with KPRC 2 the dogs belonged to the baby’s parents. Since then, those dogs have been seized by animal control.
Tracking winds, the chance for record-breaking heat in Houston
Read full article: Tracking winds, the chance for record-breaking heat in HoustonWe actually have a chance to break record mid-week. As you get the kids ready for school, you might want to dress them in layers, by 7 a.m., we will be in the 60s and hit our high in the 80s by afternoon. Plus, the humidity will make it feel a little warmer too!
‘It’s become a nuisance’: Houstonians voice concerns on proposed short-term rental ordinance
Read full article: ‘It’s become a nuisance’: Houstonians voice concerns on proposed short-term rental ordinanceNearly a dozen people took the podium to voice their concerns about the proposed short-term rental ordinance in the city of Houston
Texas AG accuses Houston ISD of ‘electioneering’ during $4.4 billion bond campaign, threatens legal action
Read full article: Texas AG accuses Houston ISD of ‘electioneering’ during $4.4 billion bond campaign, threatens legal actionOn Monday, KPRC 2 Investigates revealed at least nine criminal complaints filed with Harris County District Attorney’s Office in connection to the Houston Independent School District’s taxpayer-funded rollout of last year’s massive $4-billion-dollar bond election.
Who is responsible for cluster mailbox repairs? Audit shows even USPS is confused
Read full article: Who is responsible for cluster mailbox repairs? Audit shows even USPS is confusedMany residents across Houston, from Stafford to Kingwood, have faced a troubling issue: they get little help after vandals and thieves damage cluster mailboxes in their subdivisions. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) informs them that they and their homeowners associations (HOAs) must cover the costs of repairs or replacements.
Starting first week of April in Houston with near record heat and a stormy weekend
Read full article: Starting first week of April in Houston with near record heat and a stormy weekendWe actually have a chance to break record mid-week. As you get the kids ready for school, you might want to dress them in layers, by 7 a.m., we will be in the 60s and hit our high in the 80s by afternoon. Plus, the humidity will make it feel a little warmer too!
7-year-old hit by stray bullet while eating McDonalds in north Houston
Read full article: 7-year-old hit by stray bullet while eating McDonalds in north HoustonInvestigators believe there was a gunfight in the apartment parking lot that carried into the street when one of the stray bullets went through an apartment, hitting a little boy eating a Happy Meal from McDonalds.
More criminal complaints against HISD after KPRC 2 investigation; DA’s office not commenting on ‘open investigations’
Read full article: More criminal complaints against HISD after KPRC 2 investigation; DA’s office not commenting on ‘open investigations’It was in early February that KPRC 2 Investigates first exposed potential electioneering by the Houston Independent School District during last year’s controversial bond election.
Expect a muggy Monday: your week's weather with Justin Stapleton
Read full article: Expect a muggy Monday: your week's weather with Justin StapletonStay updated with the latest weather forecast from KPRC 2 as meteorologist Justin Stapleton provides insights on upcoming weather patterns, potential thunderstorms, and temperature trends for the week.
Child hospitalized after being found unresponsive in pool at Spring home
Read full article: Child hospitalized after being found unresponsive in pool at Spring homeA child has been hospitalized after being found unresponsive in a pool at a residence.The incident was reported by Harris County Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman at 1:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon.
Neighborhood in Sunnyside faces unfinished road repairs, causing traffic and safety issues
Read full article: Neighborhood in Sunnyside faces unfinished road repairs, causing traffic and safety issues🚧 Residents in Sunnyside, Houston are calling for urgent road repairs as unfinished construction poses traffic and safety risks.
Journey concert canceled at Houston Rodeo: What to know about refunds
Read full article: Journey concert canceled at Houston Rodeo: What to know about refundsTwo weeks after Journey's live performance at the Houston Rodeo had to be cut short due to an unexpected electrical fire, officials released a statement on refund request processes.
Nuptial nightmare: Houston travel agent allegedly stole more than $400K meant for former PetSmart CEO’s wedding
Read full article: Nuptial nightmare: Houston travel agent allegedly stole more than $400K meant for former PetSmart CEO’s weddingThe couple from the Phoenix area had trusted their Houston travel agent, Sunita Hedaoo, for years and relied on her to plan previous extravagant international trips.
Pasadena car lot has history of repeated violations during car sales, state records say
Read full article: Pasadena car lot has history of repeated violations during car sales, state records sayNew state records recently released show a Pasadena used car lot is violating the law during dozens of vehicle sales.
‘Nine rats in a week:’ Neighbors urge cleanup of Cloverleaf homeless encampment in east Harris County
Read full article: ‘Nine rats in a week:’ Neighbors urge cleanup of Cloverleaf homeless encampment in east Harris CountyResidents of Cloverleaf face safety concerns as a property overrun with trash and rats becomes a homeless encampment.
Fire danger alert: Strong winds and dry air heighten risk across Texas, including Houston
Read full article: Fire danger alert: Strong winds and dry air heighten risk across Texas, including HoustonStay updated with KPRC 2's forecast as fire danger warnings and shifting winds impact Texas. Get weather predictions and safety advice here.
Tracking strong wind gusts throughout Tuesday bringing high fire danger across SE Texas
Read full article: Tracking strong wind gusts throughout Tuesday bringing high fire danger across SE TexasKPRC 2's meteorologist Justin Stapleton reports on strong winds and fire risks in Texas, along with upcoming weather changes.
Pedestrian possibly chased onto East Freeway before getting hit by several cars
Read full article: Pedestrian possibly chased onto East Freeway before getting hit by several carsWitnesses told police a group of other men may have chased the pedestrian onto the freeway where they were hit by several vehicles.
Coyotes invading parts of Montrose, attacks and sightings have ramped up in recent days according to residents
Read full article: Coyotes invading parts of Montrose, attacks and sightings have ramped up in recent days according to residentsMontrose residents say coyote attacks in the area have ramped up and their pets are at risk.
Raising a cold one? Tariffs are raising the price of beer, impacting Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Read full article: Raising a cold one? Tariffs are raising the price of beer, impacting Saint Arnold Brewing CompanyTariffs imposed by President Donald Trump have far-reaching impacts on the everyday American, but there are some you might not even think of - like a can of beer.
‘Frustration is an understatement’: Veteran alleges mechanic swindled him out of $8,800 for unfinished car repairs
Read full article: ‘Frustration is an understatement’: Veteran alleges mechanic swindled him out of $8,800 for unfinished car repairsA Houston disabled veteran claims he was swindled out of thousands of dollars by a mechanic who he said failed to complete repairs.
New cancer detection program launches in Fifth Ward to combat health crisis
Read full article: New cancer detection program launches in Fifth Ward to combat health crisisA new early cancer detection program, the Cancer Stage Shifting Initiative (C-SSI), has been launched in Houston's Fifth Ward to combat rising cancer rates in historically underserved communities.
Warning for shoppers: Woman believes she was targeted by thieves after shopping at Houston Galleria
Read full article: Warning for shoppers: Woman believes she was targeted by thieves after shopping at Houston GalleriaSylvia Escobedo believes she was targeted by thieves after a shopping trip at Houston Galleria, as her BMW was broken into and valuable items were stolen while she dined nearby.
NASA to shut down 3 offices under Trump executive order. How Johnson Space Center is impacted
Read full article: NASA to shut down 3 offices under Trump executive order. How Johnson Space Center is impactedNASA is set to shut down three key offices, impacting its workforce as part of a federal initiative.
Houston water bill confusion after credits suddenly erased
Read full article: Houston water bill confusion after credits suddenly erasedAs Houston Public Works tries to fix water billing problems uncovered in our years-long ‘DRAINED’ investigation, the utility’s lack of communication continues to frustrate customers trying to understand their bills. KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Amy Davis hears from customers who say you call the water department with questions, and most of the time, the person on the phone can’t explain what you’re seeing on your bill. Just what you see is what you get.
Polk Co. Habitat for Humanity Exec. Dir. arrested on indecent assault, harassment charges
Read full article: Polk Co. Habitat for Humanity Exec. Dir. arrested on indecent assault, harassment chargesThe Polk County Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity Jason Barron was arrested on indecent assault and harassment charges.
Gaming streamer, OnlyFans model ‘Amouranth’ held at gunpoint for Crypto, pistol whipped in Houston home invasion
Read full article: Gaming streamer, OnlyFans model ‘Amouranth’ held at gunpoint for Crypto, pistol whipped in Houston home invasionA popular online gaming streamer and adult content influencer was robbed at gunpoint and violently assaulted at her Houston home, according to the Houston Police Department.
Driver found stabbed to death in SE Houston, crashed car in ditch
Read full article: Driver found stabbed to death in SE Houston, crashed car in ditchAuthorities are trying to piece together what happened in the moments before a driver was stabbed and later found inside his crashed-out vehicle in a ditch.
‘Like my little brother’: Friend of Aldine HS student killed in shooting shares memories
Read full article: ‘Like my little brother’: Friend of Aldine HS student killed in shooting shares memoriesKPRC 2 has learned the identity of the 17-year-old Aldine High School killed in a shooting last week. His name was Irwan Paez.
Join KPRC 2′s Jaewon Jung on her FIRST Rodeo experience in Houston!
Read full article: Join KPRC 2′s Jaewon Jung on her FIRST Rodeo experience in Houston!Jaewon Jung recently joined KPRC 2 from Las Vegas and has been hearing so many things from everyone in the newsroom about the rodeo. Wish her luck!
ONLY ON 2: Inside look at how Fort Bend Co. Judge KP George was processed in jail after ‘inappropriate treatment’ claims
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Inside look at how Fort Bend Co. Judge KP George was processed in jail after ‘inappropriate treatment’ claimsKPRC 2 Investigates ended up in the Fort Bend County Jail on Wednesday to get a firsthand look at what happens when someone gets processed. We wanted to get a close up of what a person goes through once they are arrested or turn themselves into law enforcement.
Left at the altar: Brides share stories of wedding planner’s absence
Read full article: Left at the altar: Brides share stories of wedding planner’s absenceTwo brides, Lindsey Board and Krystal Underwood, share their agonizing experiences of being left stranded by the same wedding planner who failed to show up on their wedding days, leading to significant financial and emotional distress.
Houston woman buys used car from dealership, finds out it was reported stolen from Missouri
Read full article: Houston woman buys used car from dealership, finds out it was reported stolen from MissouriA Houston woman is demanding answers after her car was taken by the Splendora Police Department for investigation as a stolen car.
What do you call a rainbow with no color? One was spotted recently over Galveston
Read full article: What do you call a rainbow with no color? One was spotted recently over GalvestonA fogbow forms the same way a rainbow does, light bends, reflects, and scatters through water droplets, but there is a key difference. The droplets in fog are much smaller than raindrops, which changes how the light spreads out. Instead of the bright, well-defined colors of a rainbow, a fogbow looks pale or mostly white.
Driver hospitalized after train crashes into car in SE Houston
Read full article: Driver hospitalized after train crashes into car in SE HoustonThe northbound lanes of Galveston Road have been closed off from traffic; drivers are asked to avoid the area or find an alternate route as they work to investigate and clean up the wreckage.
ICE called Harris Co. Pct. 4 constable deputies to help respond to narcotics call
Read full article: ICE called Harris Co. Pct. 4 constable deputies to help respond to narcotics callConstable Mark Herman said ICE reached out to the Precinct 4 office after they tried to serve a warrant to a man on drug-related charges, but he ran away. A perimeter has been set up to where he took off.
Texas Education Agency reviewing truancy data following KPRC 2 investigation
Read full article: Texas Education Agency reviewing truancy data following KPRC 2 investigationWith approximately 1 million students reported truant each year over the last four school years, concerns are rising about the effectiveness of truancy prevention measures.
Houston ISD mother personally delivers complaint to Harris County DA over district’s $2M campaign for failed bond
Read full article: Houston ISD mother personally delivers complaint to Harris County DA over district’s $2M campaign for failed bondConcerns have led to four criminal complaints being filed. Despite the district's silence, parents are urging the Harris County District Attorney to investigate.
Driver killed in fiery crash after chase with Houston police
Read full article: Driver killed in fiery crash after chase with Houston policeInvestigators said they spotted a stolen car and tried to turn the driver over, but he decided to speed off before losing control and crashing into a tree. The vehicle then caught fire, killing the driver.
Texans receiver Xavier Hutchinson excited to learn from new OC Nick Caley ‘Great young coach, going to be a fun ride’
Read full article: Texans receiver Xavier Hutchinson excited to learn from new OC Nick Caley ‘Great young coach, going to be a fun ride’Texans wide receiver excited about Nick Caley offense
Insiders, enter for a chance to win Kemah Boardwalk passes PLUS an overnight stay at The Boardwalk Inn!
Read full article: Insiders, enter for a chance to win Kemah Boardwalk passes PLUS an overnight stay at The Boardwalk Inn!KPRC 2 Insiders have a chance win a prize package including a pair of passes for the Kemah Boardwalk and an overnight hotel stay at The Boardwalk Inn. Enter daily until 10 a.m. on Feb. 28, 2025. The winner will be announced that day on “Houston Life” which airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Missing for 12 years—A Houston mother’s ashes discovered under a tree
Read full article: Missing for 12 years—A Houston mother’s ashes discovered under a treeIn a heartwarming turn of events, Michael Alexander was unexpectedly reunited with his late mother's ashes after they were discovered under a tree in North Harris County.
Avoid surprise water bills by tracking your daily usage - but can you?
Read full article: Avoid surprise water bills by tracking your daily usage - but can you?We hear from customers frustrated over surprise water bills. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is following up on the city’s plan to address meter issues uncovered by the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. Davis has an update on meter replacements and customer usage.
UH President can’t answer why university didn’t alert public to rape suspect’s mistaken release
Read full article: UH President can’t answer why university didn’t alert public to rape suspect’s mistaken releaseAfter several violent crimes on campus, including robberies and a sexual assault, the president of the University of Houston says a task force will be formed to help gauge what more needs to be done to improve safety on campus.
Next phase of Houston’s water bill improvement plan raises concerns as charges keep skyrocketing
Read full article: Next phase of Houston’s water bill improvement plan raises concerns as charges keep skyrocketingThe 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.
To fix aging infrastructure, Houston Public Works asking to expand, upgrade East Water Purification Plant
Read full article: To fix aging infrastructure, Houston Public Works asking to expand, upgrade East Water Purification PlantThe facility, which lost power in 2022 and triggered a citywide boil water notice for 2.2 million residents, is more than 70 years old and in critical need of repairs, officials with Houston Public Works say.
Court records reveal disturbing details surrounding son accused of killing his mother in East Harris Co.
Read full article: Court records reveal disturbing details surrounding son accused of killing his mother in East Harris Co.Court records reveal a harrowing account of the events that unfolded in their home, highlighting a history of mental health struggles and past incidents.
Seven generations of Black cowboys: Legacy thrives at Baer Ranch in Matagorda County
Read full article: Seven generations of Black cowboys: Legacy thrives at Baer Ranch in Matagorda County🌾 Celebrating a Legacy of Black Cowboys 🌟Meet J.D. Gatson, the heart and soul of Baer Ranch in Matagorda County, Texas.
Brown Water Woes: Testing company steps in to help Porter community
Read full article: Brown Water Woes: Testing company steps in to help Porter communityFor weeks, KPRC 2 has been sharing stories about the persistent brown water issues affecting residents in the Woodridge Forest subdivision. Now, progress is being made to test it.
Houston-based monument company faces lawsuit for failing to pay loan company over $13K
Read full article: Houston-based monument company faces lawsuit for failing to pay loan company over $13KKPRC 2 News has learned Houston-based headstone company Stonecutters Monuments is being sued by a loan company called Fundbox, for failing to pay an amount of more than $13,800.
Why doesn’t convicted Houston water department manager have to pay back money investigators say she stole?
Read full article: Why doesn’t convicted Houston water department manager have to pay back money investigators say she stole?Hundreds of people have reached out, eager for more details about the Houston waterline corruption scandal first exposed by KPRC 2 Investigates. Investigator Amy Davis is delving into the investigation, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the criminal case and addressing your questions.
More than 30 Houstonians emailed Harris Co. DA demanding investigation into HISD’s $2M campaign for failed bond
Read full article: More than 30 Houstonians emailed Harris Co. DA demanding investigation into HISD’s $2M campaign for failed bondOn Monday we first exposed a $2-million dollar “key action” listed in the 2024-2025 budget consisting of an “Ask voters for a bond election in November 2024.” What we uncovered was that HISD used nearly $1.4 million dollars to hire a consulting group that specializes in communications, governmental relations and campaigns. Ultimately the district posted social media videos with the words “RENEW HISD” at the end of the highly produced thirty-second videos.
24 Houston-area teachers among 60 new names under investigation in certification cheating scandal
Read full article: 24 Houston-area teachers among 60 new names under investigation in certification cheating scandalKPRC 2 has obtained a new list from the Texas Education Agency that contains the names of 60 new Texas educators who are currently under investigation in a teacher-certification cheating scheme that allowed unqualified teachers to work in local school districts.
Fort Bend County DA’s office discovers ‘a couple’ of pending Missouri City PD cases impacted by destroyed evidence
Read full article: Fort Bend County DA’s office discovers ‘a couple’ of pending Missouri City PD cases impacted by destroyed evidenceThe Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office has provided KPRC 2 with an update on its investigation into the Missouri City Police Department, where police are accused of destroying crucial evidence without a court mandate.
Houston ISD superintendent still ‘not available’ to speak over $2-million dollar ‘Key Action’ tied to November bond
Read full article: Houston ISD superintendent still ‘not available’ to speak over $2-million dollar ‘Key Action’ tied to November bondHouston Independent School District (HISD) Superintendent Mike Myles is unavailable to discuss a controversial $2-million "key action" linked to a November bond, which involved hiring a consulting group for communication strategies.
Houston ISD mother plans to file lawsuit against district after claiming a dance teacher assaulted her daughter
Read full article: Houston ISD mother plans to file lawsuit against district after claiming a dance teacher assaulted her daughterA mother from Houston ISD is preparing to take legal action against Fleming Middle School after her daughter was allegedly assaulted by a dance teacher.
North Houston neighborhood left hanging for over a week as water main break remains without repair
Read full article: North Houston neighborhood left hanging for over a week as water main break remains without repairResidents reached out to KPRC 2 via our Help Desk, saying they have sent multiple reports to Houston Public Works, but to no avail.
State senator believes Houston ISD’s $2-million bond initiative was ‘electioneering’
Read full article: State senator believes Houston ISD’s $2-million bond initiative was ‘electioneering’Less than 24 after KPRC 2 Investigates exposed whether the Houston Independent School District did everything by the book regarding last November’s $4 billion bond, one Texas State Senator already is saying that he believes state law was broken.