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Family fights for release of Liberty County business owner detained by ICE
Read full article: Family fights for release of Liberty County business owner detained by ICEA Liberty County family is fighting to bring home their loved one after an immigration raid turned their world upside down.
Increased animal intake and handling of at-risk animals part of new BARC plan to keep community safe.
Read full article: Increased animal intake and handling of at-risk animals part of new BARC plan to keep community safe.A woman from the Fifth Ward is in the hospital fighting for her life after being viciously mauled by a pack of dogs. This type of attack has prompted BARC, the city’s animal shelter, to make changes in how it handles at-risk animals as they respond to an increase in calls.
What do you do when your gas line is destroyed in Texas?
Read full article: What do you do when your gas line is destroyed in Texas?It’s not an ideal situation to be in -- nonetheless, a dangerous predicament when a gas line has been damaged on your property. To help de-escalate things, the first step is to ensure everyone’s safety.
Aldine ISD mother wanted, accused of threatening to shoot up middle school where child attended, threatening ‘bullies’
Read full article: Aldine ISD mother wanted, accused of threatening to shoot up middle school where child attended, threatening ‘bullies’The mother of an Aldine ISD middle school student is currently wanted after police say she entered her child’s school without authorization and yelled violent threats at students who she believed were bullying her child.
Person dies after being hit by train in Montgomery County
Read full article: Person dies after being hit by train in Montgomery CountyThe Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a tragic accident involving a train and a pedestrian at the intersection of Hazy Hollow Lane and FM 1774. Sadly, the individual involved did not survive the incident.
13-year-old girl charged with stabbing man in back over ‘neighbor dispute’ in Aldine apartment
Read full article: 13-year-old girl charged with stabbing man in back over ‘neighbor dispute’ in Aldine apartmentA 13-year-old girl and her mother have been detained after the girl allegedly stabbed an adult neighbor over an apartment dispute.
5 people injured in shooting at Houston bar; shooter appeared to be firing randomly
Read full article: 5 people injured in shooting at Houston bar; shooter appeared to be firing randomlyOfficers responded to a shooting call at a local bar, arriving to a hectic scene where multiple individuals had been shot.
Dallas convention center evacuated after chaotic incident during cheerleading event
Read full article: Dallas convention center evacuated after chaotic incident during cheerleading eventA convention center in the Dallas area has reportedly been evacuated after there was some sort of incident inside the building during a cheerleading competition.
City of Houston chief medical officer answers questions about Texas measles outbreak
Read full article: City of Houston chief medical officer answers questions about Texas measles outbreakFor the first time in years, Americans are in the midst of an outbreak of the measles virus. Earlier this week, an unvaccinated child in Texas was the first person to die from the virus in a decade, and more than 100 people have confirmed infections.
Houston woman gets prison time for filing over $500K in fraudulent disaster relief loans
Read full article: Houston woman gets prison time for filing over $500K in fraudulent disaster relief loansA 27-year-old woman has been sentenced for conspiracy to commit wire fraud, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei Friday.
Man accused of using Uber to transport cocaine through Harris County
Read full article: Man accused of using Uber to transport cocaine through Harris CountyA man was detained after being accused of using an Uber to transport cocaine through the Houston area, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.
13 members of Houston robbery crew charged in robbery and drug conspiracy, including murder
Read full article: 13 members of Houston robbery crew charged in robbery and drug conspiracy, including murderA grand jury returned a superseding indictment Thursday charging 13 Texas men for their roles in a robbery crew that engaged in robbery, drug trafficking, obstruction of justice, and murder, including the killing of two people in July 2023.
Video shows shootout between gunmen, victims during robbery in north Houston
Read full article: Video shows shootout between gunmen, victims during robbery in north HoustonSurveillance video has been released in hopes someone from the public can identify those involved in an aggravated robbery last year.
Houston families speak out about unfulfilled promises by choreographer for quinceañera services
Read full article: Houston families speak out about unfulfilled promises by choreographer for quinceañera servicesQuinceañeras, one of the most cherished traditions in Latinx culture, are meant to be a grand celebration marking a young woman’s transition into adulthood. But for several Houston-area families, their dream-event turned into a nightmare, when they encountered unfulfilled promises from a choreographer who had been hired to provide dance services for their daughters’ quinceañera celebrations.
Montgomery County detention officer arrested for improper sexual activity with inmate
Read full article: Montgomery County detention officer arrested for improper sexual activity with inmateA detention officer in Montgomery County found himself on the other side of custody after he was charged with having improper sexual contact with an incarcerated person.
It’s a mild start to 2025’s BBQ Cook-Off, but things heat up, and we aren’t talking about the pit.
Read full article: It’s a mild start to 2025’s BBQ Cook-Off, but things heat up, and we aren’t talking about the pit.Temperatures are average for the start of BBQ Cook-Off but mother nature flips to switch to above average for the end of the week.
17-year-old shot, killed after brawl in McDonald’s parking lot near Aldine HS
Read full article: 17-year-old shot, killed after brawl in McDonald’s parking lot near Aldine HSThe body of a 17-year-old boy was found in the parking lot of a McDonald’s in the Aldine area after a shooting that stemmed from a fight.
Woman identified as person of interest in bomb threat at Brazoria County courthouse
Read full article: Woman identified as person of interest in bomb threat at Brazoria County courthouseA person of interest has been identified in a bomb threat made against the Brazoria County courthouse in Angleton, prompting the campus to evacuate and close for the day.
Former ICE officer pleads guilty to laundering $700K in drug proceeds in Houston area
Read full article: Former ICE officer pleads guilty to laundering $700K in drug proceeds in Houston areaA former deportation officer entered a guilty plea to charges of laundering money while working for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
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.
Memorial Hermann Hospital declared ‘member not in good standing’ by OPTN due to violations of transplant policies
Read full article: Memorial Hermann Hospital declared ‘member not in good standing’ by OPTN due to violations of transplant policiesAt a meeting on Feb. 20, 2025, the board of directors at the Organ Procurement and Transportation Network (OPTN) declared Memorial Hermann Hospital, University of Texas at Houston, a member not in good standing.
FBI releases photo of suspect posing as law enforcement to target Chinese college students
Read full article: FBI releases photo of suspect posing as law enforcement to target Chinese college studentsThe Federal Bureau of Investigation has released a photo of a man accused of impersonating law enforcement and targeting Chinese international students at United States universities.
Man on bike accused of threatening women in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood has been arrested at least 7 other times
Read full article: Man on bike accused of threatening women in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood has been arrested at least 7 other timesWe’re learning more about the man on the bike accused of threatening and attacking women in the Montrose area.
Harris County sues Kitchen and Bath Decor for home renovation scam involving over 100 customers
Read full article: Harris County sues Kitchen and Bath Decor for home renovation scam involving over 100 customersHarris Co. Attorney Christian D. Menefee has filed a lawsuit against the owners of Kitchen and Bath Decor (KBD) for allegedly scamming customers through fraudulent home renovation services.
Lester Holt to step down as anchor of ‘NBC Nightly News’
Read full article: Lester Holt to step down as anchor of ‘NBC Nightly News’Lester Holt, who has been the anchor and managing editor of “NBC Nightly News” for the past decade, announced on Monday his decision to step down from the broadcast at the start of summer.
Man arrested for using fake license plate he allegedly printed himself
Read full article: Man arrested for using fake license plate he allegedly printed himselfIf you’ve ever thought that a fellow driver’s license plate looked sketchy or strange, you’re not alone. Drivers will sometimes print altered or completely fake versions of license plates. Someone suspected of doing that very thing was arrested in Houston last week.
Long wait times to fix city water leaks due to over 1,400 backlogged work orders
Read full article: Long wait times to fix city water leaks due to over 1,400 backlogged work ordersSeveral residents reached out to our Click2Houston Help Desk after experiencing long wait times to get water leaks fixed in their neighborhood.
Scammers target drivers with fake toll payment texts
Read full article: Scammers target drivers with fake toll payment textsDrivers in Houston are being warned about a scam involving fraudulent text messages that claim to be from toll agencies. The messages urge recipients to make immediate payments for supposed toll violations, but officials confirm these texts are fake and an attempt to steal personal and financial information.
‘Saying something isn’t enough:’ University of Houston students pressing for more safety, campus security
Read full article: ‘Saying something isn’t enough:’ University of Houston students pressing for more safety, campus securityUniversity of Houston students are calling for increased campus security and greater transparency from school leaders. Their concerns were brought directly to UH President Renu Khator during a Board of Regents meeting on Tuesday.
2 teens arrested in connection to violent armored truck robberies including ‘Scrooge Sprayer’ heist
Read full article: 2 teens arrested in connection to violent armored truck robberies including ‘Scrooge Sprayer’ heistTwo teenagers have been arrested for suspected involvement in multiple armored truck robberies across Houston.
Pet sitter case going to grand jury months after multiple dogs died, injured in their care
Read full article: Pet sitter case going to grand jury months after multiple dogs died, injured in their careAn investigation involving multiple dogs who died or were injured in the care of a pet sitter is now going before a grand jury, according to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office.
Man charged in NW Harris County murder-for-hire attempt believed to be linked to prison gang
Read full article: Man charged in NW Harris County murder-for-hire attempt believed to be linked to prison gangOver the weekend, 50-year-old Ricardo Obando Jr. and his stepson, 24-year-old Matthew Rosas are charged with attempted capital murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection to a botched murder for hire shooting on Feb. 4.
Mayor Whitmire calls for Houstonians to ‘use common sense,’ protect ‘most vulnerable’ ahead of cold front
Read full article: Mayor Whitmire calls for Houstonians to ‘use common sense,’ protect ‘most vulnerable’ ahead of cold frontHouston Mayor John Whitmire held a press conference as Texas prepares for more cold weather this week.
Texas ranks among top states using ChatGPT to write school essays
Read full article: Texas ranks among top states using ChatGPT to write school essaysIn today’s day and age, if you’re a student with a big paper due, it might be tempting to crack open and artificial intelligence service, such as ChatGPT, and use the power of AI to churn out a fully written product in a matter of minutes.
Harris County deputy constable accused of stealing hundreds of dollars in merchandise from grocery store
Read full article: Harris County deputy constable accused of stealing hundreds of dollars in merchandise from grocery storeA Harris County deputy constable was arrested after stealing hundreds of dollars’ worth of merchandise from a grocery store where he worked as a security guards over the span of several months.
‘They call us crazy’: Cy-Fair ISD faces backlash over controversial textbook revisions
Read full article: ‘They call us crazy’: Cy-Fair ISD faces backlash over controversial textbook revisionsThe Cy-Fair Independent School District is under fire for quietly removing chapters on vaccines, climate change, and diversity from its textbooks.
Affordable housing project in Independence Heights paused
Read full article: Affordable housing project in Independence Heights pausedAn affordable housing project in Houston’s Independence Heights neighborhood has been temporarily paused, raising significant concerns among community members and local officials.
Houston city council member Willie Davis announces ' Police, Pastors & People’ initiative
Read full article: Houston city council member Willie Davis announces ' Police, Pastors & People’ initiativeHouston City Council Member Willie Davis is set to announce a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing concerns over violent crime in the community.
Kingwood residents frustrated over ongoing sewer issues
Read full article: Kingwood residents frustrated over ongoing sewer issuesThere's a drainage issue in Kingwood that might take years to permanently fix. Not all sewer lines are connected to the city's main lines. This means the city has to come out every few days to empty them.
Chevron announces significant workforce reduction, could lay off up to 20 percent of employees
Read full article: Chevron announces significant workforce reduction, could lay off up to 20 percent of employeesAccording to a report by CNBC, Chevron announced plans to reduce its workforce by 15% to 20% as part of a cost-cutting strategy.
Houston DACA recipient shares her story amid uncertain future
Read full article: Houston DACA recipient shares her story amid uncertain futureIn the face of ongoing political and legal challenges surrounding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, Houston resident Eliana Muñoz is sharing her journey as a Dreamer to highlight the human impact of the program and what could happen if it’s revoked.
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.
Man wanted for groping 7-year-old girl walking home from school identified, has history of similar attacks
Read full article: Man wanted for groping 7-year-old girl walking home from school identified, has history of similar attacksOfficers with the Houston Police Department are looking for a man who assaulted a 7-year-old girl while she was walking home from school in the Woodland Heights neighborhood two weeks ago.
University of Houston students call for action after string of violent incidents
Read full article: University of Houston students call for action after string of violent incidentsThe University of Houston community continues to grapple with fear and frustration following a string of violent incidents on or near campus, including two attacks in the Welcome Center Student Parking Garage.
Dog expected to make full recovery after being hit, kicked by Sugar Land man in backyard
Read full article: Dog expected to make full recovery after being hit, kicked by Sugar Land man in backyardA dog is expected to make a full recovery after it was captured on video being flung around and kicked by a man in the backyard of a Sugar Land home.
Man arrested, charged for allegedly misleading police on suspects’ whereabouts in deadly Spring shooting
Read full article: Man arrested, charged for allegedly misleading police on suspects’ whereabouts in deadly Spring shootingAn additional arrest has been made in the murder investigation that escalated to a manhunt in the Spring area last week.
Husband charged with murder after Lamar CISD educator killed inside her Richmond home
Read full article: Husband charged with murder after Lamar CISD educator killed inside her Richmond homeA husband has been charged with murder after police say he killed his wife inside their Richmond home Sunday afternoon.
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.
Montgomery County man charged with attempting kidnapping after trying to talk to girl after she got off school bus
Read full article: Montgomery County man charged with attempting kidnapping after trying to talk to girl after she got off school busA Montgomery County man is in custody after police believe he came dangerously close to kidnapping a young girl after she got off the school bus.
17-year-old arrested for capital murder, accused of shooting, robbing man at east Houston motel
Read full article: 17-year-old arrested for capital murder, accused of shooting, robbing man at east Houston motelA teenager is now wanted on a capital murder charge after he allegedly shot and killed a man in an east Houston motel room over the weekend.
‘A wild 24 hours’: Man recovering after being shot during Pasadena Memorial HS band competition
Read full article: ‘A wild 24 hours’: Man recovering after being shot during Pasadena Memorial HS band competitionA man is home from the hospital after being shot during a band competition at Pasadena Memorial High School Saturday night.
Venezuelan migrant faces uncertainty as Temporary Protective Status ends
Read full article: Venezuelan migrant faces uncertainty as Temporary Protective Status endsIn recent days, the lives of over a million migrants in the U.S. have been turned upside down with the cancellation of their Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Protesters march in Houston to demand immigration reform, protection for undocumented immigrants
Read full article: Protesters march in Houston to demand immigration reform, protection for undocumented immigrantsA peaceful protest is happening at a Houston-area park to advocate for immigration rights and protection for undocumented immigrants in Texas.
‘Please get us out of here’: Visible fire forces passengers to deplane at Bush Intercontinental Airport
Read full article: ‘Please get us out of here’: Visible fire forces passengers to deplane at Bush Intercontinental AirportPassengers were forced to deplane from an aircraft at George Bush Intercontinental Airport Sunday morning after an engine issue during takeoff caused visible smoke and fire to be seen on the right wing.
‘Everything was off tonight from the start’: Nets hand Rockets 2nd straight loss as 4th quarter surge falls short
Read full article: ‘Everything was off tonight from the start’: Nets hand Rockets 2nd straight loss as 4th quarter surge falls shortThe Nets grabbed an early advantage and never looked back, handling the Rockets and securing a 102-86 victory in Houston.
Celebrate Black History Month with nostalgic popular movies and TV shows
Read full article: Celebrate Black History Month with nostalgic popular movies and TV showsIf you grew up in a Black household, then you may be familiar with the following recommended movies and TV shows. But if not, grab a snack and relax for a weekend this February by enjoying some classic Black films or TV shows that have become a household name.
Top 25: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveils priority bills for Texas Senate
Read full article: Top 25: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveils priority bills for Texas SenateLt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced the first round of his top 40 priority bills for the 89th Texas legislative session, outlining a conservative agenda that includes school choice, banning THC, and placing the Ten Commandments in schools.
Former UT kicker Justin Tucker denies allegations of sexual misconduct by massage therapists
Read full article: Former UT kicker Justin Tucker denies allegations of sexual misconduct by massage therapistsOne of the most prolific kickers in NFL history is denying claims that he behaved inappropriately during multiple massage treatments.
Houston family facing uncertainty after U.S. immigration policy changes threatens daughter’s legal citizenship
Read full article: Houston family facing uncertainty after U.S. immigration policy changes threatens daughter’s legal citizenshipOne Houston family whose story highlights the challenges even those with legal documentation are facing under the new directives.
Houston’s Venezuelan immigrants’ future in limbo after Temporary Protected Status gets revoked
Read full article: Houston’s Venezuelan immigrants’ future in limbo after Temporary Protected Status gets revokedA major shift in U.S. immigration policy is leaving thousands of Venezuelans uncertain about their future. The Trump administration has revoked the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) extension that previously allowed them to stay and work legally in the U.S., putting approximately 600,000 Venezuelans at risk of losing their legal protections.
KPRC 2 spoke with an ICE official about Houston operations | Here’s what we learned
Read full article: KPRC 2 spoke with an ICE official about Houston operations | Here’s what we learnedWith anxiety over the idea of immigration raids, KPRC 2′s Bryce Newberry spoke with an ICE official to get more clarity on what is going on.
Houston police looking for man who groped 7-year-old girl while she walked home from school in Woodland Heights
Read full article: Houston police looking for man who groped 7-year-old girl while she walked home from school in Woodland HeightsOfficers with the Houston Police Department are looking for a man who assaulted a 7-year-old girl while she was walking home from school in the Woodlands Heights neighborhood.
San Jacinto County homeowner spends thousands maintaining abandoned property next door
Read full article: San Jacinto County homeowner spends thousands maintaining abandoned property next doorA San Jacinto County property owner said he’s spent thousands on maintaining the abandoned property next door.