A woman lost her unborn baby after authorities say the father secretly gave her an abortion medication without her consent, Montgomery County investigators said.

Texas Representative Al Green was escorted out of the House of Representatives Tuesday evening after waving a sign during President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address.

Houston ISD is introducing Virtual LaunchPad, a new flexible online school option for high school students starting in the 2026-2027 school year.

A new study reveals Texas leads the nation in total remote job searches and ranks sixth overall for work-from-home interest.

A total lunar eclipse paints the Moon red early Tuesday morning, March 3

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has requested that the state pause the renewal of Camp Mystic's license until a full investigation into last summer's tragic events, where 28 lives were lost, is conducted.

Waymo will begin dispatching its robotaxis in four more cities in Texas and Florida, expanding the territory covered by its fleet of self-driving cars to 10 major U.S. metropolitan markets.

A company is repurposing the batteries to store electricity and sell it to the grid when power from wind and solar dwindles.

Houston hosted the Utah Jazz in a game that got out of hand quickly, as the Rockets held a double-digit lead through the entire second half and cruised to a 125-105 win.

A Fort Bend County grand jury has no-billed former Houston Rockets player Patrick Beverley on charges related to an incident which happened in November 2025.

The sheriff’s office says deputies were dispatched to the bridge just after 10 p.m. Sunday night. They found a truck on fire underneath the bridge on the west bank of the river. Once the fire was extinguished, human remains were found inside.

From school funding to parental rights, Texas primary ballot propositions let voters influence party platforms and legislative agendas.

The president’s visit could be heavy on political overtones, as he has endorsed dozens of Republicans in their March 3 congressional and legislative primaries.

A damaged Xcel pole owned sparked the Smokehouse Creek fire, the largest in state history.

Families of the victims from the July 4, 2025, Camp Mystic flood have filed a federal lawsuit against Texas health officials, accusing them of approving the camp despite lacking a required evacuation plan.

Temperatures stop feeling like summer Sunday

Houston firefighters are working to determine what caused a large fire at a home in southwest Houston Monday morning.

Gov. Greg Abbott is urging Texans traveling in Mexico, or with loved ones there, to closely monitor federal travel warnings as violence escalates in several regions of the country after the death of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Students who took English and math college prep courses were less likely to complete college than their peers who were not considered college ready at all.

A 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being hit by a car in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred on North Brentwood Drive, and the toddler was transported by local emergency services to the hospital in an unknown condition. The driver involved in the incident stayed at the scene as authorities responded.

Authorities in northwest Harris County are searching for two Hispanic male suspects after a man was shot in the leg on Wimbledon Villas Drive. The shooting occurred on Sunday morning, and the victim is receiving medical treatment, while the public is advised to avoid the area and report any information to law enforcement.

Albert Williams, 34, has been arrested and charged with murder for the fatal shooting of Glenn Gray, 49, outside a convenience store in northwest Houston. The incident occurred on Friday morning, and despite deputies' efforts, Gray succumbed to his injuries on the scene. Williams reportedly admitted to the shooting during a verbal confrontation after arriving at a hospital with gunshot wounds. He was taken into custody without incident and is scheduled for a preliminary court appearance on Monday.

The Galveston County Fair & Rodeo is set to return from April 17-25 at 10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock, Texas. Excitement is building with the newly unveiled entertainment lineup, as shared by rodeo spokesperson Barbara Magana Robertson on KPRC 2 News.

A man was arrested following a shootout with deputies during an attempted burglary in north Harris County. The suspect, after exchanging gunfire with deputies, fled to a residence where he barricaded himself with two adults and several children. The adults exited safely, and deputies secured the children and detained the suspect, who had gunshot wounds, and took him to a hospital. An investigation is ongoing.

A 57-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle in east Harris County near Cloverleaf. The incident occurred on Woodforest Boulevard, involving a possible white 2013-2018 Ram pickup truck that fled the scene. The Harris County Sheriff's Office is reviewing surveillance video and seeking information from witnesses. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Vehicular Crimes or Crime Stoppers.

Harris County deputies are at the scene where a man was found dead in northwest Harris County.

Travel restrictions and sharper federal attention are dissuading foreign students from attending U.S. colleges, advocates say, hitting the Denton university harder than most.

The latest campaign finance reports show big-money interests are heavily invested in the Texas primaries — but unwilling to reveal their identities at a critical juncture of the race.

Authorities are seeking public assistance to find 20-year-old Zedia Barrera, who is autistic and nonverbal, and missing in Spring since Thursday afternoon. Last seen at the 3100 block of Cliff Swallow Court, she was on foot wearing gray clothing, sunglasses, white shoes, and a blue leg brace.

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The junior forward helped the Bearkats to the 6A playoffs.

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas is urging supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary with state Rep. James Talarico as he rides on wider attention thanks to late-night host Stephen Colbert.

Hitchcock Independent School District has been placed on an “Accredited–Warned” status by the Texas Education Agency after receiving failing financial accountability ratings for two consecutive years.

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans added to NFL competition committee

Polling locations and sample ballots, county by county, for the Texas Primary Elections on March 3.

A Texas court will hear an appeal this week in a case challenging an injunction that closed three Houston-area maternal health clinics run by a midwife accused under the state’s abortion law.

Doctors are sounding the alarm about an often-overlooked danger linked to vaping.

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A driver has been hospitalized after police say they were ejected from their vehicle after crashing into a pole in northwest Houston on Wednesday morning.

A man and a woman were hospitalized after leading officers on a chase through northwest Houston early Thursday morning.

Last year was the deadliest year in ICE detention in two decades. Nearly a quarter of those deaths occurred in Texas.

West University Place police say burglaries are down overall, but recent break-ins are linked to organized crews targeting second-story windows.

The incident unfolded Monday morning in the Canyon Gate neighborhood of Cinco Ranch, where a 70-year-old man is accused of trying to entice a junior high student into his truck as she walked to her bus stop.

The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office says search warrants were executed at 20 different locations in the Hitchcock area as part of an investigation into illegal gambling operations.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Anzu Robotics, alleging its drones come from Chinese manufacturer DJI and pose potential data and security risks.

The collision happened at the intersection of Cravens Road and Highway 90-A.

Multiple northbound lanes on the Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 are shut down due to loose concrete hanging from the overpass Wedensday morning.

Gold and silver prices have surged to historic highs over the past 12 months, drawing crowds of buyers and sellers to precious metal dealers across Houston.

Late-night host Stephen Colbert isn't backing down from his public dispute with CBS bosses over what he can air on his show.

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A 12-year-old student tells KPRC 2 News Reporter, Corley Peel, she was “tossed around like a rag doll” by a teacher at Angleton Heritage Junior High School in a terrifying incident captured on surveillance video. Since she is a minor, KPRC 2 News is not identifying her.

The Liberty County Office of Emergency Management is asking residents within a triangle perimeter around a recycling plant fire in Dayton to shelter in place.

The Lone Star College System is launching a new initiative aimed at boosting state contracting opportunities for businesses owned by service-disabled veterans.

All four candidates are vying to prove they are the heir apparent to Paxton, who has solidified the office as a juggernaut in the conservative legal movement.

A train was involved in a crash with a vehicle Tuesday afternoon in Sugar Land, according to the police department.

The former Texas governor chairs the Lone Star Freedom Project, a group that has already spent almost $18 million boosting Cornyn against Attorney General Ken Paxton and Rep. Wesley Hunt.

A Pearland High School theatre teacher has been placed on administrative leave and is under police investigation, a Pearland ISD spokesperson confirmed to KPRC 2.

Charges dropped against two Texas City employees

A $617 million investment is coming to Harris County as NRG Energy plans a new 455-megawatt natural gas plant at its Greens Bayou facility — a project state leaders say will strengthen the Texas power grid and support continued growth in the Houston area.

TxDOT and the UIL are calling on Texas teens to take the “Saved by the Belt” pledge after 132 unbuckled young people died in crashes in 2024.

Stephen Colbert says his interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico was pulled from Monday's broadcast over fears it would violate “equal time” guidance from the Federal Communications Commission under the Trump administration.

The late-night host said the network feared running afoul of new FCC guidance directing shows to give equal airtime to political candidates.

Houston police responded Tuesday morning to a report of a suspicious person at Dobie High School.

The effort is a partnership between the state party, two of its largest political organizations and the House Democrats’ campaign arm.

Early voting begins on Tuesday. Here’s a look at what the officials elected to several local offices oversee.

Security cameras and window sensors on home residences are a common sight these days. However, burglars are exposing a common trend in most residences when it comes to window sensors.

The Texas Association of Basketball Coaches high school rankings for the week of Feb. 16.

Public school districts across the Houston metro area are facing a difficult reality: fewer students are enrolled, and in Texas, fewer students often mean less funding.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Double R Municipal Utility District No. 2A of Hunt and Collin Counties, alleging the district and its purported officers took steps to evade state oversight and support the controversial EPIC City development.

A 39-year-old man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually abusing a young child in two different states, the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office announced.

Wondering if today is a holiday? You’re not alone! Thousands of Houstonians turned to Google to check Presidents Day closures, bank hours, and morning commuters enjoyed a surprisingly light traffic day.

Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into three Texas school districts—Northeast ISD, Dallas ISD, and Manor ISD—alleging they failed to manage student safety and accountability during immigration enforcement protests.

Paxton said his office is examining claims that administrators and faculty helped organize the demonstrations.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is stepping up his race for the U.S. Senate with early voting about to begin for the March 3 GOP primary.

More than 100,000 Texas families have applied for the state’s new Education Freedom Account program in less than two weeks. Here’s what to know before the March 17 deadline.

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Firefighters are working to determine what sparked a late-night apartment fire in northeast Houston that left a woman hospitalized.

Shane Cleveland, 55, from Houston, was arrested for the continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14 in Galveston County. The arrest followed an investigation by the Galveston County Sheriff's Office, which began after a victim reported multiple assaults in 2021. Cleveland confessed to the crimes and was detained with a bond set at $250,000. The investigation involved collaboration with the Galveston County Child Advocacy Center and Multi-Disciplinary Team.

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with capital murder following the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Jayden Ford during an attempted robbery at a Cloverleaf area apartment complex on February 5. The suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed due to his minor status, was apprehended by the HCSO Violent Criminal Apprehension Team with support from K9 units and the Texas Department of Public Safety. He is currently detained at the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center, and the investigation is ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the HCSO Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers.

A man was shot outside an apartment on Rio Bonito Road near the Westpark Tollway in southwest Harris County on Saturday morning. The victim, who knocked on a door for help, was aided by deputies before being transported to a hospital and is in critical but stable condition. No suspect details have been released.

Early voting in person runs from Feb. 17-27. This guide explains your rights at Texas polls.

Five Alvin High School seniors on the girls’ varsity basketball team say their coach left them behind at Dawson High School after the team lost its final game.

After months of legal wrangling over water service, Willis ISD and the City of Conroe have agreed to drop their lawsuits and appeals, clearing the way for a new agreement that local leaders say will save taxpayers money and provide more stability for schools.

Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources ahead of a round of severe storms expected to begin impacting parts of Texas tonight and continue through the weekend.

Federal immigration officials plan to spend $38.3 billion to boost detention capacity to 92,600 beds.

A federal judge says the U.S. government has to bring a Babson College freshman back after officials deported her to Honduras.

If your phone is buzzing this Valentine’s Day, you’re not alone — Houston just ranked as America’s most “textiest” city, sending more love notes by text than anywhere else in the country, according to AT&T.

Huffines' campaign said the candidate’s family bought the ranch at a public auction four years after Jeffrey Epstein died.

In a new lawsuit, Paxton accused city officials of under-calculating how much money should go to law enforcement under a voter-backed provision.

Authorities are addressing a natural gas leak in Fort Bend County, specifically at Sienna Parkway and Bees Passage/McKeever Road. The area is closed in all directions while hazmat teams and the Missouri City Fire Department monitor air quality. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and follow detours.

Michael ‘5000’ Watts’ King’s Day in Houston rescheduled to Feb. 16 following community outpouring of love. Fans and family can honor his life and legacy

The death of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera was ruled a suicide by the Travis County Medical Examiner, aligning with Austin Police findings after she fell from a high-rise apartment. Evidence included a toxicology report showing she was twice the legal alcohol limit and a suicide note found on her computer. However, her family challenged these findings, hiring attorney Tony Buzbee to conduct an independent review, criticizing the police investigation as inadequate and suggesting other parties might be responsible.

In Atascocita, a red SUV drove through four yards and crashed into a home on Forest Timbers Drive, as reported by the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office. The incident resulted in non-life-threatening injuries, with emergency teams on site, and drivers are advised to avoid the area due to road clearing operations.

A box truck flipped over on the westbound feeder road of the East Freeway near the beltway interchange in Harris County, causing a fuel spill. The Harris County Sheriff's Office, along with HazMat and Precinct 3 constable deputies, are on site managing the cleanup. Despite the incident, there are no reported injuries, and all freeway lanes remain open, though the westbound feeder past Sheldon Road and Market Street exit ramp is closed.

Authorities in northeast Harris County are investigating a shooting that occurred on the 5200 block of Aldine Mail Route. The incident, reported at 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, left one individual shot in the neck and hospitalized. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is handling the investigation. This case is still developing.

A third grader's death following a choking incident at an Alvin ISD elementary school has raised concerns among parents about classroom safety and the adequacy of current training requirements in Texas. While Alvin ISD states that teachers are trained for such emergencies, and nurses are present on every campus, parents are questioning whether these measures are sufficient and are calling for broader CPR training and mandatory nurse staffing across all schools.

A 26-year-old man named Ben Jerry Gage Jr. has been charged with capital murder for allegedly robbing and shooting Rashad Gumbs, 31, in December 2026, in Spring, Texas. Gumbs succumbed to his injuries days later, and Gage Jr., who was already in custody for another capital murder charge involving a teenager found shot in a ditch, is currently held at the Harris County Jail.

FEMA has released new draft flood maps that could change how flood risk is measured across parts of Harris County.

KPRC-TV, the Graham Media Group owned - NBC affiliate station in Houston, Texas is in search of a Director who brings creativity, leadership, and technical expertise to our dynamic team.

Jim Wright, the GOP incumbent, and several other Republican candidates dismissed Bo French’s campaign rhetoric as distracting from the Railroad Commission’s mission.