Cy-Fair ISD has approved a controversial policy requiring staff members to notify parents if a student requests to change their gender identity at school.

KPRC 2 obtained the warrant Brazoria County Deputy Jesus Vargas was serving before the suspect shot and killed him in a Dollar Tree parking lot Wednesday.

Thursday evening, Houston Fire Department wildland firefighters who are deployed in Southern California held a brief online call to discuss their experiences fighting the fires in the area. HFD Senior Capt. A.J. Castillo was joined by engineer operators Jonathan Williams, Chris Mixon and Travis Hobbs.

A Galveston County jury has sentenced a man to 25 years in prison for shooting and killing a teenager during a fight in Texas City.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development confirmed its finding that Texas unfairly favored white residents in rural areas when it distributed $1 billion in Harvey aid in 2021.

A special hearing is scheduled to be held on Friday for the accused killer of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham.

The rule fines certain oil and gas facilities that exceed federal limits for methane emissions.

Mike Banks, a former Border Patrol agent, has served in his current role as a special advisor to Gov. Greg Abbott since January 2023.

We’ve nearly reached the halfway mark of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, and the Houston Rockets have quietly positioned themselves as a genuine contender in the Western Conference.

"We ask for the community's thoughts and prayers for the officer’s family, loved ones, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time," the City of Navasota shared.

California, Illinois and New York are shrinking.

The Court of Criminal Appeals will rehear a case it threw out last year. Three of the judges became targets of Attorney General Ken Paxton over another ruling and lost reelection.

When a Blue Alert is issued, it means a serious and possibly deadly situation has happened involving law enforcement officials inside the state of Texas.

The Texas Tribune’s politics podcast digs into what the speaker’s race tells us about the next 140 days in Austin.

A report found up to 70% of guard positions were unfilled at some prisons. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice has a 26% staff turnover rate.

Texas junior quarterback Quinn Ewers has declared for the NFL draft, ending a Longhorns career in which he led the program to a Big 12 championship and twice to the College Football Playoff but was not always embraced by a fan base eagerly waiting for Arch Manning to take over.

Iowa colony hosts first MLK Parade this month

The Supreme Court’s decision on Texas’ law, which adult entertainment website attorneys said were the most overreaching in the country, could determine the fate of similar laws in more than a dozen other states.

Texans, Chiefs meet in AFC Divisional Round

The Supreme Court seems open to a Texas law aimed at blocking kids from seeing online pornography.

Authorities are investigating a shooting involving a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper that left a 17-year-old boy injured on Friday morning in Humble.

The 89th Texas Legislative Session is now underway, with lawmakers officially sworn in and a new Speaker elected. Already, legislators have introduced more than 2,500 bills, setting the stage for a busy few months ahead.

Join the annual MLK Day Parade this month in Houston, Tx.

It’s an issue that has been going on for months in Liberty County.

The sheriff’s office says a positive identification of the remains cannot be made at this time and they will be sent for DNA testing.

The race pitted state Reps. David Cook and Dustin Burrows against each other. Here’s how each representative voted.

On Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court will hear oral arguments surrounding the Texas bill that led one of the world’s most visited pornography websites to ban access to Texans.

If you plan on traveling this year, you might want to make sure you have access to your REAL ID. And if this is your first time hearing about it, then we will do our best to catch you up to speed before the May 2025 deadline.

A panel of federal appeals judges has ruled that Tennessee can begin enforcing a law that requires pornographic websites to verify their visitors’ age.

As Texas prepares for potential cold weather this winter, experts are highlighting the state’s progress in renewable energy and identifying areas where challenges remain.

Abbott's comments came after A&M invited staffers and students to attend a conference that a conservative activist said broke the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

A Houston resident voiced concerns to property managers about the lack of hot water in his apartment and was given an eviction notice "due to this ongoing issue with the temperature of the hot water not satisfying you."

As the Texas legislature kicks off the 89th session, lawmakers have introduced more than 2,400 bills across both the House and Senate. There was a flurry of bills filed November 12, 2024, the first day lawmakers could file.

From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.

The northbound lanes of I-45 the North Freeway are shut down at Gulf Bank Road after a police chase ended in a crash.

Texas Association of Basketball Coaches high school rankings for the week of Jan. 13.

The 89th Texas Legislature is kicking off with a $194.6 billion budget for 2026-27, marking a slight decrease from previous years.

The court’s ruling could boost a state law that allows drunk driving victims to sue businesses that over-serve alcohol to intoxicated individuals.

As the Spring semester gets underway, Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles is holding a press conference.

The estimate includes $23.8 billion leftover from the current budget cycle.

A fake letter causing quite a stir was found in a boys' restroom at Splendora High School, leading to confusion among students and parents.

It’s safe to say that 2024 was a prosperous year for Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

Auburn has climbed to No. 1 in The Associated Press men’s basketball poll for its second stint at the top in program history.

Investigators said the father was trying to save his wounded son, but he died from his injuries. The boy's father then suffered a medical episode and died.

Workers are scheduled to begin the cleanup process on Monday, residents in Brazoria County are expected to help streamline efforts by separating the debris and placing it in the proper location.

In the first weekend of the Texas Longhorns’ offseason, one of the team’s top players has announced that he is heading to the pros.

Te-Hina Paopao and Chloe Kitts each scored 11 points, and No. 2 South Carolina rolled past No. 5 Texas 67-50 for its 11th straight win on Sunday in front of a sold out crowd of 18,000 at Colonial Life Arena.

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, many elected officials in Republican and Democratic states are preparing to either aid or oppose his policies.

Quinshon Judkins ran for two touchdowns before Jack Sawyer forced a fumble by his former roommate and Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers that he returned 83 yards for a touchdown with 2:13 left as Ohio State beat Texas 28-14 in the Cotton Bowl.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager is in critical condition after a possible accidental shooting in Channelview Friday.

The district said students reported the teacher to administration and the substitute was immediately removed from the classroom by administration and Klein ISD Police.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that the 2025 tax season begins Monday, Jan. 27, 2025.

The 89th Texas Legislature kicks off on January 14 with 181 lawmakers and over 2,400 bills ready to shape the future of the Lone Star State.

The Texas Tribune’s politics podcast returns with a look at the race for House speaker, the future of school vouchers and other major legislative issues this year.

Texas and Utah are joining forces to challenge federal nuclear regulations, aiming to pave the way for innovative energy solutions.

Deputies are investigating the shooting of a 17-year-old boy in Humble near Will Clayton Parkway and Village Tower Drive.

As the New Year kicks in, many are feeling the toll of holiday indulgence on their knees.

'I'll bet diners have no idea how much they are being duped,' said a local shrimper.

The Texas Longhorns are gearing up for a monumental face-off against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the College Football Playoffs semifinal.

Since the catastrophic 2021 winter storm that left millions without power, Texas has been striving to strengthen its power grid against extreme weather.

State lawmakers are looking at bringing more nuclear power to the Texas grid system using new technology.

In recent years university presidents have been facing growing political pressures, student and faculty pushback and an increasingly demanding job.

A powerful winter storm that dumped heavy snow and glazed roads with ice across much of Texas and Oklahoma has lumbered eastward into the Deep South and elsewhere.

Have you ever wondered why the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is such a big deal around here?

With artic air blanketing much of the state all eyes are paying attention to our power grid. Texas’ grid has had enough power to handle demand during this cold snap, but concerns remain about the future.

A man was killed in a robbery in northwest Harris County Thursday after what was supposed to be an online sale turned deadly.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing TikTok, accusing the social media platforms of regularly showing inappropriate and explicit material to children.

As a winter storm moves across Texas, parts of the state are experiencing winter precipitation like snow, sleet, and freezing rain.

We’re just two days away from the Houston Texans’ Wild Card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers, and the team reached out to a prominent local artist to hype up the fans.

KPRC 2, the Graham Media Group-owned NBC station in Houston, TX, is searching for a creative, innovative, and passionate Photojournalist to join our dynamic team.

Rep. Cody Harris filed a complaint against Texas GOP Chair Abraham George for sending mailers and censuring lawmakers who support Rep. Dustin Burrows as House speaker.

The historical bipartisan legislation includes a bevy of policies from crop insurance to food stamps.

‘They are all lucky to have lived," Buzbee said on behalf of his clients in a lawsuit. "All three of them suffered significant orthopedic and exposure-related injuries as a result of the deadly gas cloud,"

80,000 people are expected for the Cotton Bowl on Friday. So what does this mean if you’re one of those people? And what about the dangerous driving conditions?

After the state missed the Jan. 1 deadline, lawmakers still have time to approve administrative costs before applying for $400 million in federal summer meal assistance.

Another blast of winter storms is closing schools, snarling flights and putting millions of residents on alert across parts of the Deep South and south-central U.S. The storm started dumping a mix of sleet and heavy snow Thursday in north Texas and Oklahoma, where schools canceled classes for more than 1 million students.

The Houston Astros traded utility infielder Grae Kessinger to the Arizona Diamondbacks for pitching prospect Matthew Linskey, two sources confirm to KPRC 2 Sports.

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The Houston Texans will host the Los Angeles Chargers in a wild card playoff game this Saturday, and make sure to get there early to try some of the new food items and merchandise!

Dangerous winter weather, including snow, black ice, and sleet, is expected to impact travel plans for the Cotton Bowl in Texas, particularly in Dallas and Arlington.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a court order preventing the Biden administration from selling or disposing of border wall materials, following allegations of auctions violating a court mandate.

Less than 24 hours after President-elect Donald Trump says he wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico, the governor of Texas is now throwing the Lonestar State’s name in the ring.

The Houston Rockets decided to send rookie guard Reed Sheppard to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, their G League affiliate team. In his first game, he reminded everyone why he was the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.

Allison lost his primary last year, after being targeted by his party over his vote to kill school vouchers.

The program is aimed at addressing literacy challenges students face in Channelview ISD by enhancing literacy skills and building a love for reading.

Harris County residents facing eviction have access to various resources, including the Neighborhood Defender Service of Texas and Lone Star Legal Aid, providing free legal assistance to low-income individuals.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency response resources ahead of the cold temperatures anticipated across Texas this week.

“We wouldn’t survive” without undocumented workers, one South Texas produce business owner said. By one estimate, 8% of Texas’ workforce lacks legal status.

An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee is bracing for an expected snowstorm even as some other parts of the U.S. hit by the plunging polar vortex this week are beginning to shake off its icy effects.

A manhunt is underway for a Fort Bend County man accused of setting his home on fire and killing the family dog.

Exxon Mobil Corp. has filed a federal defamation lawsuit against California Attorney General Rob Bonta and several environmental groups.

Explosive disposure specialists responded to a Cypress house after a homeowner found what appeared to be an authentic grenade in their garage.

Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to surge Texas Anti-Terrorism Task Force resources to aggressively combat radical jihadist terrorism.

Homicide detectives are looking into whether a shooting was accidental or incidental after a 19-year-old died and his younger brother was hospitalized.

The president of one of Texas’ most prominent universities is packing up to lead a different institution.

Students at Walt Disney Elementary were surprised by a visit from Houston Texans' Toro and cheerleaders as Alvin ISD works to rebuild their campus.

Have you ever had an Amazon package go missing, never to show up at your front door? Well, there might be an answer as to what happened to that box.

Whether you are looking to change careers or need help starting out, there are many opportunities for training in the Houston area. From learning English to gaining new skills for the workforce, KPRC 2′s Bill Spencer details free options for personal or professional growth.

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency response resources ahead of the cold temperatures anticipated across Texas this week.