Live Radar: Tracking the tropics: August is the “real” start of the hurricane season. 93% of hurricanes form after August 3rd. However, this is not your typical hurricane season. With an incredibly strong El Niño, the numbers will be kept way down this season. Wind shear in the C...
Houston police are searching for five masked suspects after a 29-year-old man was shot multiple times while sitting with his girlfriend inside an open garage early Wednesday morning. The shooting happened around midnight in the 9900 block of Tiltree Street. Police said the victim...
Episode: 3399 In which we see fog dressed in fancy clothes. Today, we sing the merits of fancy fogs.
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments you can make. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to increase in value tremendously. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typica...
The discovery of a 29-year-old Black woman hanging from a tree behind a vacant house in Jackson has sparked grief, intense public scrutiny, and renewed conversations about the painful weight of history. Authorities identified the woman as Tasia Fortune, whose body was discovered ...
For many elite high school athletes, a college commitment marks the finish line after years of hard work. For Four-star Kinkaid senior point guard, Ma’Ryiah Alfred, it marks the beginning of something much bigger. The No. 91-ranked prospect by ESPN recently committed to the Unive...
Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in America. They launch businesses at a rate higher than any other demographic group in the country, according to a 2026 Wells Fargo report . Yet, the numbers behind that headline tell a more complicated story, one of amb...
An anticipated announcement that Texas Southern has officially hired a new men’s basketball coach has turned into an unnamed duo hiring of an athletic director and a replacement for Johnny Jones. But don’t expect any official announcement of the hires anytime soon. TSU sent out a...
A popular wedding venue in downtown Houston has suddenly shut down, leaving several couples scrambling to find new venues. Several brides have come forward saying the Crystal Ballroom at the Rice along Texas Avenue is permanently closed....
In what were some of the first big decisions by a school board that was reconfigured last year, a total of five propositions were ordered to be placed on the ballot for the Nov. 3 election....
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is facing new charges, according to court documents.
League City voters will get to say whether Flock cameras should stay or go—but they will not necessarily get the final word. City Council voted Tuesday night to place a proposition on the November ballot asking residents whether the city should continue using Flock Safety’s autom...
A mother has been charged in connection with 2-year-old toddler who was sent to the hospital last week.
Katy ISD is taking its classrooms statewide with the launch of Legacy Virtual High School, a new full-time online school that allows eligible high school students anywhere in Texas to receive a Katy ISD education without ever setting foot inside the district. The program is open ...
Rescued Pets Movement has saved more lives on the euthanasia list at BARC and Harris County Pets than any other rescue group in the area.
A Kentucky man died Monday after he slipped while posing for pictures atop a 177-foot-tall waterfall.
Voters in League City will decide whether or not Flock cameras will be allowed to be used within the city limits by the police department. That's following a unanimous vote during a meeting on Tuesday in League City....
A Shepherd Park Terrace resident is calling for drivers to slow down and obey stop signs after he says he has witnessed years of dangerous driving in his neighborhood....
With the upcoming Houston Texans’ preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Reliant Stadium on Thursday night, we got access inside the stadium for Tuesday’s practice. Head Coach DeMeco Ryans shared what he wants to see from his players during the game. “The main thing I...
Daniel Tirado Pantoja remains in ICE custody more than a month after witnessing the deadly shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during an ICE operation in Houston. The federal government is asking a judge to deny his habeas petition, while his attorneys argue his continued detentio...
Rescue crews and civilians in Colombia painstakingly searched through rubble Tuesday in the hopes of finding survivors trapped under debris after a powerful earthquake left thousands missing in dozens of cities and towns....
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said a targeted, 4-day operation led to 23 arrests. Deputies also recovered thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise. The sheriff’s office Crime Reduction Unit said deputies worked with local retailers and loss-prevention teams from Aug. 4...
The Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics.Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic femmes will ...
When seconds count during a school emergency, how quickly can a teacher get help? In Deer Park ISD, the answer is supposed to be just a few clicks. The district is already using wearable Raptor badges that allow staff to discreetly alert others during an emergency — whether it’s ...
A growing list of food recalls is raising questions for shoppers across Texas as health officials investigate outbreaks involving Cyclospora and Salmonella. Iceberg lettuce, eggs and jalapeños have all been linked to recent illnesses, prompting recalls and public health alerts in...
For more than two months, the relaunching of 2 Helps You has been working to help viewers across the Houston area get answers and resolve problems they say have gone ignored. Investigator Mario Diaz has seen several success stories along the way. One involved Isabel Tristan, who ...
As Klein ISD students head back to class, the district is rolling out several behind-the-scenes safety upgrades designed to help campuses respond more quickly during an emergency. The changes include new emergency-access boxes, upgraded security cameras, updated campus maps and a...
A massive plume of smoke rose from a trash fire in southeast Houston on Tuesday morning.
The facilities were bought for nearly $123 million and were expected to hold up to 8,500 immigrants awaiting deportation.
Houston airport workers are set to receive a salary increase, according to the City of Houston. Mayor John Whitmire and Elsa Flores, president of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Texas, are scheduled to announce details of the pay increase during a press conference We...
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration officials said Toyota’s new recall affects certain Camry Hybrid vehicles built between 2025 and 2026.
Tesla’s latest recall affects certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured between 2017 and 2023, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration....
Heavy machinery has begun clearing land in Big Bend National Park for border security roads and detection technology.
Former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was indicted in the June shooting death of 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr. in Lake Jackson.
For 70 years, DiIorio Farms has been growing more than crops. The family farm has cultivated generations of memories and built a lasting connection with the Houston community. But the DiIorio family story goes back even further. In 1902, the family made the journey from Ricca, It...
A Houston nonprofit with deep ties to Colombia is mobilizing resources to help families and communities impacted by the powerful earthquake that struck the country this week. Conviventia has launched a Colombia Earthquake Emergency Response fund, giving people in the Houston area...
The $700-$800 million, 95-acre Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort is slated to include a 15-story hotel, 278 beachfront cottages, lazy rivers and pickleball courts. Officials say the entire development will be completed by the end of the decade....
The start of a new school year can bring excitement — but it can also bring stress and anxiety for students of all ages. Dr. Traci Whittenberg, assistant professor of psychology at Houston Christian University and school psychologist Leticia Holbert share their tips for parents. ...
Houston’s performing arts scene is putting the spotlight on some major deals. Houston Theater Week Presented by Huntington Bank returns Aug. 24-30, giving audiences the chance to buy one ticket and get one free for hundreds of live performances across the city. With nearly 400 pe...
The Baytown Police Department says missing 71-year-old Elias Moreno Perez has been found and is safe with his family. Perez went missing on Monday afternoon....
Republican U.S. Sen. John Cornyn of Texas says local leaders, landowners and park advocates should have a chance to weigh in before additional construction moves forward....
The process will hinge on the AI software pre-checking plat applications and performing technical reviews to ensure the builds comply with county codes and regulations, according to county documents....
A South Florida woman on the FBI's list of “Most Wanted Fraudsters" for her alleged role in a $32 million scheme tied to COVID-19 funds was arrested in Jamaica and brought back to the United States....
There’s a new little member of the KPRC 2 family! KPRC 2 meteorologist Caroline Brown and her husband, Jack, have welcomed their second baby boy, George David Chadderdon. George was born Aug. 5, and Brown shared the exciting news on social media, writing, “Our hearts have doubled...
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Ken Paxton's Senate campaign received thousands in donations from the data center industry as Hood County awaits ruling from the AG on its data center moratorium....
Today: We talk with Houston City Council Member Edward Pollard, learn about Texas Southern University's landmark investment in breast cancer prevention, explore Houston’s rich jazz history, and more....
Containment of the Bufford Creek Fire in Stephens County has reached 90% as the wildfire's footprint adjusted slightly to 3,025 acres, state forestry officials said....
Kevin Tippit, who faces a charge of aggravated assault by a public servant, was fired after the June 1 shooting death of 18-year-old college student John Mendoza Jr....
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The best meteor shower of the year reaches its peak Wednesday night into early Thursday morning. And this year, we have a big advantage: the peak coincides with a new moon, so there’s no bright moonlight to wash out the meteors. That means viewing conditions should be ideal. From...
Kevin Tippit, the former Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy involved in the fatal shooting of Texas State University student John Mendoza Jr. in Lake Jackson, has been indicted on a charge of aggravated assault by a public servant, according to the Brazoria County District A...
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis....
As Austin's Elysium celebrates 25 years, a community reflects on goth's roots and future.
Russian authorities have released U.S. citizen Robert Gilman after four years in a Russian prison, where an advocacy group said he became gravely ill and was near death....
A body was found in a retention pond near Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital Tuesday morning. SKY 2 aerials show emergency crews at the pond, located near 11920 Astoria Blvd. The identity of the person has not been released. KPRC 2 is working to learn more information about the ...
The Texas Classroom Commission held its first meeting Monday, where Gov. Greg Abbott laid out three priorities for the group.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside an SUV at the Del Rio Port of Entry earlier this month, federal authorities announced....
A Texas lawmaker is pushing for children to start school later in the year because of the risks involving heat in August.
A woman was arrested after allegedly leaving two young children, including a toddler in a heavily soiled diaper, home alone without adult supervision while she traveled to Mexico....
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Live Radar: Tracking the tropics: August is the “real” start of the hurricane season. 93% of hurricanes form after August 3rd. However, this…
Houston police are searching for five masked suspects after a 29-year-old man was shot multiple times while sitting with his girlfriend insi…
Episode: 3399 In which we see fog dressed in fancy clothes. Today, we sing the merits of fancy fogs.
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments you can make. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the poten…
The discovery of a 29-year-old Black woman hanging from a tree behind a vacant house in Jackson has sparked grief, intense public scrutiny, …
For many elite high school athletes, a college commitment marks the finish line after years of hard work. For Four-star Kinkaid senior point…
Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in America. They launch businesses at a rate higher than any other demographic gr…
An anticipated announcement that Texas Southern has officially hired a new men’s basketball coach has turned into an unnamed duo hiring of a…
A popular wedding venue in downtown Houston has suddenly shut down, leaving several couples scrambling to find new venues. Several brides ha…
In what were some of the first big decisions by a school board that was reconfigured last year, a total of five propositions were ordered to…
A former Magnolia Independent School District teacher is facing new charges, according to court documents.
League City voters will get to say whether Flock cameras should stay or go—but they will not necessarily get the final word. City Council vo…
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