In a matter of hours, this beloved region was inundated, resulting in the confirmed loss of 27 lives, including nine children.

Parts of Central Texas are experiencing what officials described as a “catastrophic flooding event,” where fatalities have been confirmed.

Pasadena Police released a photo of the coach, Thaddeus Lewis, the day after KPRC 2 first reported on the theft case investigation on Monday.

KPRC 2 Meteorologist Daji Aswad got engaged to her fiancé, Fenton, on her birthday, marking a memorable occasion in their relationship that started in Houston.

A local softball coach is under investigation after several parents reached out to 2 Helps You saying he disappeared with money they paid for their daughters’ select softball team.

Senate Bill 1281, a new bill aimed at cracking down on mail theft, would expand protections by including checks, money orders and other financial papers in the definition of mail theft.

Authorities are trying to figure out what led up to a deadly crash in west Houston Tuesday morning.

Recycling pickup was supposed to resume as normal on Monday, but one Southwest Houston neighborhood never saw a truck to pick up

Residents of Jubilee at Texas Parkway face ongoing struggles with non-functioning elevators, leaving many trapped in their homes or forced to climb stairs for essential activities.

Authorities are piecing together what led up to a deadly shooting where two people were found in a southwest Houston park.

Are you one of the 18,000 people on the Houston Housing Authority's Housing Choice Vouchers waitlist? To keep your spot, you need to re-register online before the deadline.

For the past two weeks, recycling delays have frustrated residents across the area. Many have been left wondering when their recycling cans would finally be emptied.

A head constable in Liberty County is facing serious charges following a deadly UTV crash.

Liberty County Pct. 1 Constable Tammy Bishop has been indicted in connection with a deadly UTV crash that occurred in May, resulting in the death of a female passenger.

A woman was pronounced dead at the scene after she was shot in Katy.

Its an issue that KPRC 2 has been covering for a while, Houston residents complaining of their overflowing recycling bins with seemingly no pickups in sight.

KPRC 2 has obtained documents that detail the threats a 23-year-old former employee of a Christian youth camp is accused of saying to a group of children attending the camp.

Cy-Fair ISD board members almost unanimously approved a $1.2 billion budget for the 2025-2026 school year, part of which includes reinstating bus transportation for students; an issue which KPRC 2 has covered extensively since the start of the school year.

KPRC 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.

One of the late-night vetoes signed by Gov. Greg Abbott included legislation aimed at cracking down on title theft and deed fraud across Texas.

Last year’s frequent power outages in the Greater Houston area prompted a KPRC 2 investigation, revealing significant service improvements in 2025 after formal complaints were filed with the Public Utility Commission (PUC).

The tallest building in Baytown will stand no more.

One building in the Acres Homes neighborhood was destroyed after a fire broke out.

KPRC 2 encourages Houston residents to share their Juneteenth celebration photos and videos through Click2Pins for a chance to be featured both on-air and online.

Golfers braved the scorching Houston heat on Tuesday to support the Houston Humane Society during its annual golf tournament.

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.

A Brookshire police officer fatally shot a stray mother dog in a public park, prompting outrage after video footage contradicted claims that the animal was aggressive. Rescue group Belle’s Buds is calling the incident unjustified and demanding accountability, citing possible legal violations and broader concerns about how stray animals are handled.

A man was arrested Thursday evening after he confessed to running over a woman who jumped out of his truck in west Harris County, but authorities are still trying to piece together how the event unfolded.

Our KPRC 2 team is once again partnered with the Houston Zoo to spotlight the Zoo's global conservation work that Houstonians make possible. On this trip, we will be tracking & observing the lion prides that exist in Samburu with the Ewaso Lions organization!

KPRC 2 wants to hear from Houston area residents who may be dealing with a stray dog problem in your community.

A major change in federal disaster response could soon reshape how states prepare for and recover from natural disasters.

A day after multiple immigrants were detained at a Houston immigration court in southwest Houston on Tuesday, agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are stationed outside another immigration court in the Greenspoint area.

With strong storms heading towards Houston, hail and storm delays could impact your Tuesday evening commute.

At least one person was hit by a train in northwest Houston, authorities are investigating.

The Tran siblings, two sets of twins, graduated high school over the weekend and are now headed to college!

Houston returns to a more summer-like pattern with isolated pop-up showers and storms each day. These showers and storms will not wash out any of your outdoor plans.

A man has been taken to a hospital in critical condition after being shot by an officer in Conroe Monday.

Inside the University of Miami's SUSTAIN Laboratory, scientists are creating Category 5 hurricanes on demand in the world's largest hurricane simulator, leading to breakthrough discoveries about deadly storm surge that could revolutionize how coastal cities protect themselves against increasingly powerful storms.

Since the start of summertime, KPRC 2 has reported multiple incidents involving teen violence. The most recent cases happened on Friday.

A troubled West Houston apartment complex is drawing renewed scrutiny from city leaders and residents, who say living conditions at the property are unsafe and worse, that the out-of-town owners aren’t being held accountable.

Houston police shot an armed suspect on Cinnamon Lane. No officers were injured.

Gunfire, sewage leaks, and repeated code violations plague Lakeside Forest Apartments as neighbors call for accountability.

A double homicide is under investigation after a man and woman were both found dead inside of the east Harris County home on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

The wife of a man killed during a violent carjacking in southwest Houston says she’s still waiting for answers — and for justice — nearly a week after her husband was shot and later died at the hospital.

KPRC 2 has obtained court documents that lay out the timeline of events that led to the death of one innocent driver who was carjacked in southwest Houston on May 29.

As Texas homeowners brace for another hurricane season, the rising costs of home insurance have become a pressing concern.

A line of storms are moving through the Houston area Tuesday afternoon.

After KPRC 2 aired a story about a group of Rice Military homeowners left with a nearly $20,000 repair bill after an 18-wheeler brought down power lines in their neighborhood, another viewer reached out saying the exact same thing happened to him.

View the 2025 Hurricane & Flood Survival Guide here or access a copy you can download and print.

Kids’ Meals, Lunches of Love and other organizations provide nutritious bagged meals for families in need over the summer

Houston Fire Department first responders are at Brays Bayou where a man is believed to have fallen into the water.

Here’s a list of locations and intersections to avoid when severe weather moves through the Houston area.

Does your home have mold?

A new law in Texas will soon prohibit e-cigarette advertisements within 1,000 feet of schools and churches, following the signing of Senate Bill 1316.

The missing 15-year-old girl who was the subject of an Amber Alert in Houston Wednesday night has been found.

September is Suicide Prevention Month, but awareness of this issue should be front of mind no matter the season.

Stay updated with KPRC 2's meteorologist Justin Stapleton's weather forecast, including humidity changes, rain predictions, and Memorial Day weekend weather.

We previously reported on the $1.5 million that HISD spent on a consulting group to persuade voters to “support” a now-failed district bond during the November 2024 elections. Here’s a more in-depth look at what happened.

Authorities are looking into what led up to a deadly crash involving a train and a truck in Fort Bend County.

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is assisting Fire and EMS at the scene of an industrial accident involving someone being electrocuted.

Or what would you tell someone who just moved to Houston?

Discover this week's weather forecast, including potential record-breaking temperatures, a cool front, and weekend rain chances.

Jeep Weekend on the Bolivar Peninsula in the past was known for its sun, sand, and 4x4s but also came to known for chaos, violence, with years of community frustration.

Stay prepared for more hot weather this weekend with temperatures reaching the mid-90s and potential thunderstorms.

One year ago, May 16, 2024, is a day Houstonians will never forget.

Catch up on the sizzling temperatures with KPRC 2's latest weather forecast, including potential relief next week.

After a hospital in Cleveland closed its doors Monday with a sign on the front door, KPRC 2 has learned that the closure is only temporary.

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.

The heat is going to stick around for a bit longer, with temperatures remaining high throughout the week.

Nearly two months ago on March 17, KPRC 2 reported on the Fort Bend County Libraries system experiencing a “cybersecurity incident” resulting in a shutdown of nearly all computers in its system.

Residents at a Missouri City senior living complex say they’ve now gone more than a week without a working elevator leaving some residents stranded in their apartments and others unable to safely navigate the stairs.

The program features best-selling authors and members of the Bush family. Hear the stories of incredibly talented authors and how you can help the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation in its mission to improve literacy rates for children and adults.

A storm in Louisiana may bring a cloudy and cooler Mother's Day ... for some.

As noise complaints mount, the ordinance will enforce stricter noise controls, and operators could face registration revocations for repeated violations.

The incident happened in February when she was found in a ditch in Houston’s Fifth Ward. On Tuesday, Jackson spoke with KPRC 2 Reporter Corley Peel on the phone from her hospital bed.

Pearland is about to get its own Asian Town and those living in that community can't wait.

Texans re-sign veteran defensive tackle

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.

SNAP benefits meant to help feed Houston families are ending up in the hands of the wrong people and being spent a thousand miles away in the Chicago area.

The owner of HTX Tactical tells KPRC 2 the truck crashed into the store, but his overnight security guard shot into the truck driver's rear window before they fled from the scene.

Thurgood Marshall graduate transfers to LSU

A prom weekend celebration turned into a tragedy when gunfire erupted at a southeast Houston house party, leaving one teen dead and 13 others injured.

The family of Tony Underwood, who was shot by a Houston police officer during a pursuit involving a stolen SUV, is demanding answers, asserting he was unarmed and only holding a water bottle.

The rise in SNAP skimming cases has caught the attention of the top law enforcement agency that oversees financial crimes.

A single mother who had her SNAP benefits stolen and used across the country received a surprise from a Houston nonprofit.

Bellaire High School is on a secure hold after the school was made aware of a threat.

Stay informed about active weather patterns and rain forecasts in Texas with KPRC 2.

Klein Cain grad with 4.25 speed joins Cowboys

SNAP benefits stolen via skimming are hitting families hard, with no funds to replace them.

More than a week since a Cy-Fair ISD middle school student was hit by a truck while riding their bicycle to school, the district is now making some changes to its transportation policy.

The KPRC 2 and UTMB Health Athletes of the Week for the Week of April 24 is the Fort Bend Marshall boys relay team.

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A day after legislation was announced by Congressman Al Green that would bring back federal funding to replace stolen SNAP benefits, elected leaders are already chiming in.

KPRC 2's Chief Meteorologist teams up with Moody Gardens to bring awareness about the health of coral reefs in a new upcoming documentary. Get a first look before its premiere tomorrow night.

A Liberty County commissioner who came under fire earlier this year for mocking dog advocates is now under investigation after being indicted on three counts, according to reports.

SOUND OFF: As we prepare for our interview, KPRC 2 would like to hear from you, the viewer, on what questions you’d like us to ask the governor.

A strong cold front is approaching Houston, expected to bring scattered light showers in the afternoon and potentially severe storms during the evening commute.

KPRC 2 first brought you this unfortunate story on Monday about a family-owned barbecue joint targeted in a robbery that cost them thousands — only for them to be hit again.

As the world continues to mourn Pope Francis’ loss, KPRC 2’s Bill Barajas shared his own story about how he was fortunate to visit Vatican City last year. Of course, this wasn’t his first visit to Vatican City.

A few high-water locations are being reported on some Houston area roads due to heavy storms moving across southeast Texas.