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KPRC 2 Athlete of the Week: Kennedi Rogers, Ridge Point Volleyball
Read full article: KPRC 2 Athlete of the Week: Kennedi Rogers, Ridge Point VolleyballCONGRATULATIONS, KENNEDI ROGERS!! She has helped lead the Ridge Point Panthers to an undefeated 14-0 record in district play, and another strong season at 36-11.
Former Missouri City officer indicted in deadly crash released from jail after bond lowered
Read full article: Former Missouri City officer indicted in deadly crash released from jail after bond loweredViveros was indicted on Oct. 28 for manslaughter in connection with a crash which killed Angela Stewart and her son Mason Stewart.
Lawsuit filed against Missouri City, police department details crash that killed mother, son
Read full article: Lawsuit filed against Missouri City, police department details crash that killed mother, sonThe Missouri City police officer who was involved in a crash that killed a mother and son has now been indicted for his fault in the collision.
Former Missouri City officer indicted for manslaughter following crash that killed mother and son
Read full article: Former Missouri City officer indicted for manslaughter following crash that killed mother and sonFormer Missouri City police officer Blademir Viveros has been indicted for manslaughter following a crash that killed Angela Steward and her 16-year-old son, Mason, in June.
More than 40 residents displaced after fire destroys apartments in Richmond
Read full article: More than 40 residents displaced after fire destroys apartments in RichmondInvestigators say 20 units in the apartment complex were destroyed. No one was injured but more than 40 residents are now without a home because the building was completely destroyed.
Fort Bend ISD school staff members receive medical assistance due to heat in building; district claims A/C is ‘fixed’
Read full article: Fort Bend ISD school staff members receive medical assistance due to heat in building; district claims A/C is ‘fixed’Parents and other guardians crowded the doors of a Fort Bend ISD middle school after hot and uncomfortable conditions left students feeling the heat.
The car, parking lot and woman that connect suspect to Missouri City mom’s murder
Read full article: The car, parking lot and woman that connect suspect to Missouri City mom’s murderDavante Clark and his girlfriend were sleeping in the parking lot near Karen Miles’ apartment when the Missouri City mother disappeared.
‘Beyond a joke:’ KPRC 2 viewers still dealing with ongoing postal delays share frustrations
Read full article: ‘Beyond a joke:’ KPRC 2 viewers still dealing with ongoing postal delays share frustrationsFrom lost birthday cards to cashiers’ checks stuck in limbo, the complaints are growing louder as postal service issues persist.
Body of missing Missouri City mother Karen Miles identified; man charged with capital murder
Read full article: Body of missing Missouri City mother Karen Miles identified; man charged with capital murderA body found in the woods has been identified as missing Missouri City mother Karen Miles, MCPD confirms.
Karen Miles’ friend believed to be last to speak with her before disappearance
Read full article: Karen Miles’ friend believed to be last to speak with her before disappearancePolice are still searching for answers after skeletal remains were found during the investigation into the disappearance of 61-year-old Karen Miles, who has not been heard from in nearly three weeks.
Family of man missing since October has been suspicious about person of interest in Missouri City woman’s disappearance
Read full article: Family of man missing since October has been suspicious about person of interest in Missouri City woman’s disappearanceNew documents obtained by KPRC 2 have more information on the person of interest in the disappearance of Karen Miles, a Missouri City mother who’s been missing since Aug. 21 ties that man to two other stolen vehicles whose drivers have never been found.
KPRC 2 examines USPS efficiency with real-time package tracking experiment
Read full article: KPRC 2 examines USPS efficiency with real-time package tracking experimentIn May, our Re'Chelle Turner was invited to the USPS Local Processing Center in Missouri City for an inside look at the new equipment and technology to improve mail delivery. However, in recent months, problems have resurfaced.
Skeletal remains found in deeply wooded area during search for missing Missouri City mother
Read full article: Skeletal remains found in deeply wooded area during search for missing Missouri City motherSkeletal remains have been found during the search for a missing Missouri City mother, according to the police department.
Children plead for help finding missing Missouri City mom who is member of Houston rodeo’s Black Heritage committee
Read full article: Children plead for help finding missing Missouri City mom who is member of Houston rodeo’s Black Heritage committeeAuthorities are searching for 61-year-old Karen Michelle Miles, who has been missing since August 21.
‘Not surprised but greatly disappointed’: Congressmen address ongoing USPS issues in Missouri City
Read full article: ‘Not surprised but greatly disappointed’: Congressmen address ongoing USPS issues in Missouri CitySince January of this year, we have been reporting on issues at the USPS sorting facility in Missouri City.
Missouri City mother says janitor kissed daughter on face at Hunters Glen Elementary School, and still works there
Read full article: Missouri City mother says janitor kissed daughter on face at Hunters Glen Elementary School, and still works thereKissed by a stranger. It’s what one Missouri City woman says happened to her daughter at Hunters Glen Elementary School.
Olympian Bryce Deadmon returns home at Bush Airport after Paris 2024 Games
Read full article: Olympian Bryce Deadmon returns home at Bush Airport after Paris 2024 GamesSeveral Houston-area Olympians are returning home Monday at Bust Intercontinental Airport where they will be greeted by family, friends and supporters from the community.
3 arrests in connection to prostitution investigation at Friendswood massage parlors
Read full article: 3 arrests in connection to prostitution investigation at Friendswood massage parlorsFriendswood police say three woman have been arrested in connection to an investigation into illegal activities at massage parlors.
Daryl Evans’ family seeks upgraded charges claiming his death was not in self-defense
Read full article: Daryl Evans’ family seeks upgraded charges claiming his death was not in self-defenseDaryl Evans' family is calling for justice after he was shot and killed by his neighbor, Barbara Blue, during a dispute in Missouri City on June 27.
Former Ridge Point HS football player Terrance Howard dies after being hit by vehicle in North Carolina
Read full article: Former Ridge Point HS football player Terrance Howard dies after being hit by vehicle in North CarolinaThe former Houston-area high school football star who was hit by a vehicle has died, his mother and stepfather confirmed to KPRC 2.
‘I can feel his spirit’: Family of former Ridge Point HS football player hopes to bring him back to Houston after crash
Read full article: ‘I can feel his spirit’: Family of former Ridge Point HS football player hopes to bring him back to Houston after crashA North Carolina Central University football player and former player and graduate of Ridge Point High School in Missouri City is fighting for his life after being hit by a vehicle.
Former Ridge Point HS football player, Terrance Howard, on ventilator after being hit by vehicle in North Carolina
Read full article: Former Ridge Point HS football player, Terrance Howard, on ventilator after being hit by vehicle in North CarolinaA North Carolina Central University football player and former player and graduate of Ridge Point High School in Missouri City is fighting for his life after being hit by a vehicle.
Mosquito woes post-Hurricane Beryl increase spraying efforts in Missouri City, Brazoria County
Read full article: Mosquito woes post-Hurricane Beryl increase spraying efforts in Missouri City, Brazoria CountyAs if we don’t have enough to deal with post-Hurricane Beryl—mosquitos are making it insufferable. Many residents across the Houston area have seen an uptick in those pesky and annoying insects.
Missouri City police officer ‘relieved of duty’ after being involved in crash that killed mother, her 16-year-old son
Read full article: Missouri City police officer ‘relieved of duty’ after being involved in crash that killed mother, her 16-year-old sonA Missouri City police officer who was involved in a two-vehicle crash that killed a mother and her teen son has been relieved of duty, according to the department\.
Robbery suspect arrested by Houston PD may also be linked to Missouri City chase that resulted in mother and son’s death
Read full article: Robbery suspect arrested by Houston PD may also be linked to Missouri City chase that resulted in mother and son’s deathOfficials say an aggravated robbery suspect arrested by Houston Police, could be the same suspect in a robbery pursuit that ended when a Missouri City police officer fatally crashed into a mother and son’s vehicle as he was rushing to the scene.
‘A cop killed him’: Family shares emotional response after mother, son were killed by Missouri City PD officer
Read full article: ‘A cop killed him’: Family shares emotional response after mother, son were killed by Missouri City PD officer"My mother will never see me walk across the stage, after working so hard to get my freaking doctorate. She will never get to see me," one of the daughters said.
Mother, 16-year-old son killed in crash involving Missouri City PD officer have been identified
Read full article: Mother, 16-year-old son killed in crash involving Missouri City PD officer have been identifiedMore than 2 hours into the investigation, Missouri City PD Chief Brandon Harris said they found a man in the back of the officer's patrol vehicle. It's unclear who the man is, how he got in there, or if he was handcuffed.
USPS South Houston Processing Center in Missouri City upgrades sorting equipment; invites Re’Chelle Turner on a tour
Read full article: USPS South Houston Processing Center in Missouri City upgrades sorting equipment; invites Re’Chelle Turner on a tourOn Thursday, The USPS invited Turner to the South Houston Local Processing Center (LPC) located at 611 Hwy. 90 A in Missouri City, TX 77489 for a tour. She will get a behind-the-scenes view of the new processing facility. It includes new technology such as high-speed sorting equipment.
Opening Day festivities: Texas Leaguer Brewing Company has the perfect patio to watch the game
Read full article: Opening Day festivities: Texas Leaguer Brewing Company has the perfect patio to watch the gameNo ticket to the Astros game, no problem! Texas Leaguers Brewing has a great patio and plenty of tv's to make it a great spot to watch.
Man arrested, charged in connection to missing 12-year-old girl after she was found safe in Columbus, Texas
Read full article: Man arrested, charged in connection to missing 12-year-old girl after she was found safe in Columbus, TexasAfter 8 days of searching, a missing 12-year-old girl at the center of an Amber Alert has been found unharmed, according to the Houston Police Department.
What is Tagged? App may be connected to missing 12-year-old girl believed to be trafficking victim
Read full article: What is Tagged? App may be connected to missing 12-year-old girl believed to be trafficking victimAn Amber Alert has been issued after a 12-year-old from Missouri City was reported missing this week.
Family pleads for safe return for missing 12-year-old believed to be trafficking victim continues
Read full article: Family pleads for safe return for missing 12-year-old believed to be trafficking victim continuesAn Amber Alert issued for a 12-year-old from Missouri City was reported missing has been canceled after she was found safe in Columbus, Texas.
‘I feel like she’s been kidnapped:’ Family searching for Missouri City sixth grader missing for five days
Read full article: ‘I feel like she’s been kidnapped:’ Family searching for Missouri City sixth grader missing for five daysAn AMBER Alert issued for a missing 12-year-old girl has been canceled after she's been found safe.
KPRC 2 EXCLUSIVE: Popular Houston-staple, Burns Original BBQ, set to open 2 new locations 😋🍽️
Read full article: KPRC 2 EXCLUSIVE: Popular Houston-staple, Burns Original BBQ, set to open 2 new locations 😋🍽️Are you hungry for some good ol’-fashioned BBQ?😋 Welp, there may be some heading to your neck of the woods soon!
WIDE School in Missouri City empowers students with fun and effective money management techniques
Read full article: WIDE School in Missouri City empowers students with fun and effective money management techniquesMany parents feel overwhelmed by the idea of teaching their kids about money. But what if financial education could be fun, engaging, and most importantly, effective?
Sugar Land city worker killed in major crash following police chase on Highway 90A
Read full article: Sugar Land city worker killed in major crash following police chase on Highway 90AA major accident has shut down Highway 90A in both directions Wednesday afternoon in Sugar Land, according to the Sugar Land Police Department.
'Traumatizing': Armed, masked suspects shoot at Missouri City man several times as he arrives home from work
Read full article: 'Traumatizing': Armed, masked suspects shoot at Missouri City man several times as he arrives home from workDramatic surveillance video shared only with KPRC 2 shows the suspects charging at his truck with guns drawn before firing multiple rounds.
US Rep. Al Green says congressional offices should not become a complaint department for USPS
Read full article: US Rep. Al Green says congressional offices should not become a complaint department for USPSIt’s a problem all too familiar to residents who are waiting to receive mail from the United States Postal Service’s Missouri City Processing Center.
USPS bringing in 30 employees to help fix mail delivery backlog by this week
Read full article: USPS bringing in 30 employees to help fix mail delivery backlog by this weekUnited States Rep. Al Green said on Tuesday that USPS told him they have brought about 30 employees to help address the mail delivery delay issues in Missouri City.
Sources say package delays affecting Missouri City sorting facility now affecting North Houston Distribution Center
Read full article: Sources say package delays affecting Missouri City sorting facility now affecting North Houston Distribution CenterOver the past few weeks, USPS told KPRC 2 the reason for package delays at the Missouri City sorting facility is because the postal service is in the process of modernizing its mail system.
Woman says her dad hasn’t received his heart medication as USPS mail issues at Missouri City processing center continue
Read full article: Woman says her dad hasn’t received his heart medication as USPS mail issues at Missouri City processing center continueSeveral Houstonians are still upset after not receiving their mail due to problems tied to the new Missouri City Processing Center. According to United States Rep. Al Green (D-Houston), actions are being taken to resolve the issues, however, several people said they still have not received their important packages.
US Rep. Al Green worried about whether USPS mail issues in Missouri City will affect elections
Read full article: US Rep. Al Green worried about whether USPS mail issues in Missouri City will affect electionsUnited States Rep. Al Green (D-Houston) is holding a news conference on Monday to provide an update on the actions that are being taken to address the USPS mail delivery delay issues in the Houston area.
US Rep. Al Green requests USPS establish customer service team to help people with package delays in Missouri City
Read full article: US Rep. Al Green requests USPS establish customer service team to help people with package delays in Missouri CityUnited States Rep. Al Green (D-Houston) wrote a letter to USPS to ask them to establish a customer service team to help those who have experienced their packages being delayed at the Missouri City mail facility.
‘Come out and get screened’: FREE teen heart screenings offered at Missouri City this Saturday
Read full article: ‘Come out and get screened’: FREE teen heart screenings offered at Missouri City this SaturdayAfter she was diagnosed with a hidden heart defect, that could have killed Renee Evans at any moment -- without showing any symptoms of any kind.
Houston area rockets to the top: Master-planned communities dominate national rankings
Read full article: Houston area rockets to the top: Master-planned communities dominate national rankingsBuckle up as we explore how the Houston area’s master-planned communities are not just changing the real estate game – they’re dominating it.
Santa never came: Several Missouri City residents still missing packages ordered before Christmas
Read full article: Santa never came: Several Missouri City residents still missing packages ordered before ChristmasServal customers have reached out to KPRC 2 saying they have not received their packages that include medication, Christmas gifts, passports and other needs.
Gas leak prompts closure on Fort Bend Toll feeder road at Highway 6 in Missouri City
Read full article: Gas leak prompts closure on Fort Bend Toll feeder road at Highway 6 in Missouri CityThe feeder of the Fort Bend Toll Road at Highway 6 was closed Monday afternoon following a gas leak, according to Missouri City Police Department.
Former NASA employee, her husband charged for taking out loans, attempting to dispute debts with identity theft claims
Read full article: Former NASA employee, her husband charged for taking out loans, attempting to dispute debts with identity theft claimsA Missouri City couple has been indicted for orchestrating a fraudulent financing and refinancing mortgage loan scheme, the United States Department of Justice announced Wednesday.
Tractor-trailer struck by oncoming train at problematic railroad crossing in Missouri City
Read full article: Tractor-trailer struck by oncoming train at problematic railroad crossing in Missouri CityAuthorities are working the scene of a crash where they said a train and a tractor-trailer collided on Monday morning.
Missouri City electrician tells of friendship with the boy who lived in a Houston bubble
Read full article: Missouri City electrician tells of friendship with the boy who lived in a Houston bubbleThe 84-year-old man replacing my Sugar Land home’s ceiling fans was one of David Vetter’s most trusted confidantes.
‘Going to miss her’: Balloon release held to remember woman who died in Houston crash that killed 6
Read full article: ‘Going to miss her’: Balloon release held to remember woman who died in Houston crash that killed 6Lauren Robinson Holliday’s life was tragically cut short last Saturday, when police say another driver sped through a red light, striking the car she was in.
Mother files police report, seeks lawyer after she says Fort Bend ISD substitute teacher hit son in head with ruler
Read full article: Mother files police report, seeks lawyer after she says Fort Bend ISD substitute teacher hit son in head with rulerA Fort Bend ISD mother says she is enraged after a substitute teacher physically assaulted at least two students, including her son at Lake Olympia Middle School.
VIDEO: Extreme Houston-area Halloween decor - See the block that goes all-out with its displays 🎃
Read full article: VIDEO: Extreme Houston-area Halloween decor - See the block that goes all-out with its displays 🎃Unless you have a reason to stroll through the Missouri City neighborhood of Quail Valley in October, you may never notice that one of the Houston area’s most spirited displays of Halloween joy lies deep within.
Concerns over loud music at Missouri City bar shake neighborhood
Read full article: Concerns over loud music at Missouri City bar shake neighborhoodThe live music heard outside B’s Wine Bar is a concern for some neighbors in the Lake Olympia subdivision. A neighbor, who wants to remain anonymous, says she took video of people in the back and a man urinating behind a van.
Silver Alert issued for 78-year-old woman reported missing in Missouri City
Read full article: Silver Alert issued for 78-year-old woman reported missing in Missouri CityAccording to the Missouri City Police Department, Brenda Yarbrough Jones was last seen walking in the 3900 block of Panorama Drive in the Quail Valley subdivision.
Missouri City couple gets prison time for defrauding Medicare out of over $8M
Read full article: Missouri City couple gets prison time for defrauding Medicare out of over $8MA Missouri City couple and owners of a home health agency have received prison time for defrauding Medicare out of over $8 million.
Missouri City man sentenced to nearly 2 years for embezzling millions of dollars from employer
Read full article: Missouri City man sentenced to nearly 2 years for embezzling millions of dollars from employerA 35-year-old Missouri City man has been ordered to prison for embezzling millions of dollars from his employer, the United States Department of Justice announced Wednesday.
‘It’s Your Time To Shine!’ Missouri City mayor offers FREE forum to inspire women, minority, and veteran business owners
Read full article: ‘It’s Your Time To Shine!’ Missouri City mayor offers FREE forum to inspire women, minority, and veteran business ownersThe forum promises to be an “engaging and informative event, designed to educate and empower small, minority, women, and veteran business owners.”
19-year-old CEO opens her first restaurant featuring her signature Sienna Sauce
Read full article: 19-year-old CEO opens her first restaurant featuring her signature Sienna SauceThe 19-year-old entrepreneur who wowed the judges on ‘Shark Tank’ with her tasty wing sauces opened an official brick-and-mortar restaurant in Missouri City!
Travis Scott expected to perform at first concert in Houston since Astroworld Tragedy, sources say
Read full article: Travis Scott expected to perform at first concert in Houston since Astroworld Tragedy, sources sayMissouri City native Travis Scott is expected to soon return to the stage for a concert in Houston after years of controversy following the deadly Astroworld tragedy that claimed the lives of 10 concertgoers.
Missouri City woman says landlord isn’t helping as air conditioner has been out 4 days
Read full article: Missouri City woman says landlord isn’t helping as air conditioner has been out 4 daysThe Houston area is seeing triple digit heat and one Missouri City woman is fed up and said she’s been living without air conditioning for days. She said her landlord isn’t helping.
Passport fair held in Fort Bend County to help residents as processing backlog continues
Read full article: Passport fair held in Fort Bend County to help residents as processing backlog continuesAs the national passport processing backlog continues, Fort Bend County and Missouri City partnered to hold a passport fair at the Missouri City Community Center on Saturday.
Crime Stoppers searching for Missouri City man accused of sexually abusing child for 3 years
Read full article: Crime Stoppers searching for Missouri City man accused of sexually abusing child for 3 yearsCrime Stoppers is looking for a man wanted for continuous sexual abuse of a child in Missouri City.
Track the progress: 77-year-old veteran with Parkinson’s disease receiving much-needed home repairs
Read full article: Track the progress: 77-year-old veteran with Parkinson’s disease receiving much-needed home repairsWith the help of the Spencer Solves It team, Arrington is getting his house remodeled, and we’re taking you with us through the entire process. Get updates throughout the day Thursday on Click2Houston.com, KPRC 2, and KPRC 2+.
Man killed after firing multiple rounds at officers during hourslong SWAT standoff at Missouri City home
Read full article: Man killed after firing multiple rounds at officers during hourslong SWAT standoff at Missouri City homeA man was killed early Wednesday morning after an hourslong SWAT situation in Missouri City.
Have you seen him? Search underway for missing Missouri City man in Houston area
Read full article: Have you seen him? Search underway for missing Missouri City man in Houston areaA search was launched for a missing Missouri City man who was last seen leaving his residence on March 21, according to the police department.
$5K reward offered: Suspects accused of stealing guns, firing off rounds inside Missouri City pawn shop
Read full article: $5K reward offered: Suspects accused of stealing guns, firing off rounds inside Missouri City pawn shopThe Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is seeking information leading to the arrest of two men accused of stealing guns at a Missouri City pawn shop on April 11.
Special bond has Ridge Point girls soccer program on cusp of State Championship
Read full article: Special bond has Ridge Point girls soccer program on cusp of State ChampionshipWe’ve reached the final week of the soccer season and two wins are all that separate Ridge Point from a 6A state championship.
Former employee of Department of Family and Protective Services receives 50-year sentence for sexually abusing adopted children
Read full article: Former employee of Department of Family and Protective Services receives 50-year sentence for sexually abusing adopted childrenA man convicted of continuous sexual abuse of a young child received a 50-year sentence in prison, according to the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office.
Spencer Solves It helps repair home of 77-year-old man with Parkinson’s disease
Read full article: Spencer Solves It helps repair home of 77-year-old man with Parkinson’s diseaseNot only did the 77-year-old man lose his wife to cancer, but his home was also destroyed during the winter storm, leaving him with no means to fix it.
Missouri City woman among 4 bank employees accused of stealing, transferring money from customer’s account: DOJ
Read full article: Missouri City woman among 4 bank employees accused of stealing, transferring money from customer’s account: DOJA Missouri City woman is the fourth and final suspect to turn herself in after being charged in connection with bank fraud, officials announced Wednesday.
‘Should be held accountable’: Prosecutor, attorney weigh in following court appearance of Missouri City officer accused of assaulting fiancé
Read full article: ‘Should be held accountable’: Prosecutor, attorney weigh in following court appearance of Missouri City officer accused of assaulting fiancéThe Missouri City police officer running for Houston mayor went before a judge Thursday after bonding out of jail.
$15K bond: Missouri City police officer running for Houston mayor charged for alleged assaults of boyfriend using police baton, taser
Read full article: $15K bond: Missouri City police officer running for Houston mayor charged for alleged assaults of boyfriend using police baton, taserA Missouri City police officer who is running to be Houston’s next mayor was arrested Tuesday after being charged with continuous violence against the family, court records show.