safety
Crews responding to house fire, heavy smoke in north Harris County, SkyEye13 shows
Firefighters were seen responding to the scene as heavy smoke filled the air on Friday afternoon.
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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 8500 West Montgomery Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 8500 West Montgomery Road about 11 p.m. on Wednesday (Oct. 7). The identity of the deceased male, 64, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Cri...
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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7500 Westheimer Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 7500 Westheimer about 10:10 p.m. on Thursday (Oct. 8). The identity of the deceased male, 35, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Divi...
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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 218 East 44th Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 218 E. 44th Street about 2:20 p.m. on Thursday (Oct. 8). The identity of the deceased male, 61, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicid...
government
HISD board votes to make lower tax rate official
On Thursday, the HISD board voted to make a slight decrease in the tax rate official.
government
Houston City Council approves affordable housing development in southwest Houston
Houston City Council voted to sell a 12-acre property in southwest Houston to a developer for more than $13 million to build dozens of affordable single-family homes....
government
61 Flock cameras taken offline in Harris County Precinct 4 amid privacy concerns
All 61 Flock Safety license plate reader cameras operated by Harris County Precinct 4 have been taken offline following a decision by Commissioner Lesley Briones, who cited growing concerns about residents’ privacy. Briones’ office confirmed to KPRC 2 that all 61 cameras were phy...
safety
Former Klein ISD nurse arrested for allegedly stealing students' ADHD medicine
A former Klein ISD elementary school nurse was arrested in Montgomery County this week after a Harris County grand jury indicted her on several charges related to theft of students’ prescription medication. Rachel Hoffman, 37, faces controlled substance fraud and theft charges , ...
government
Houston ISD takeover commission calls for limits to state interventions
The 81-page report says, under the takeover, HISD has “diminished the curriculum”, “dismantled relationships,” severing bonds between students, teachers, and families, “destroyed democratic governance,” and “degraded financial stewardship.”...
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Man charged with murder in shooting death of roommate in NW Harris County, HCSO says
Authorities said the victim and suspect were heard arguing before things escalated into a shooting.
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‘I can’t even believe it’: Houston woman says family court judge ordered child back to alleged abuser
A Harris County mother says she’s caught between two courts — one handling a felony child abuse case against her ex-husband and another ordering her to return their children to him while the criminal case remains unresolved. Angelik Sims says she’s refusing to comply with the fam...
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Harris County man charged after allegedly posing as woman in intimate video scheme: Precinct 5
A Harris County man faces a felony charge after deputies say he posed as a woman on Snapchat to get a sexual video from another man and then shared it with others....
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Man found dead near Crosby Freeway in northeast Harris County, investigators say
Investigators said initial information indicates the man was hit by a vehicle several hours before he was found in the grass near the roadway.
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Investigation underway after man shot, hospitalized in northwest Harris County, HCSO says
Investigators said the man was shot in the lower extremities and was taken to the hospital, where he is in stable condition.
schools
Classrooms at Pugh Elementary reach 89 degrees
Students at a Houston ISD elementary school were sweltering in near 90-degree classrooms Tuesday. Sources reached out to KPRC 2 News saying classrooms at Pugh Elementary School in East Houston nearly reached 90 degrees. A photo of a classroom thermostat shared with KPRC 2 shows a...
News
2026 West U Halloween Dash & Kids Fun Run
It's our 15th Anniversary! Please join us on October 31, for the only race in beautiful West U. Come dressed as your favorite ghoul or goblin.
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45 Chihuahuas rescued from north Houston mobile home, Harris County Constable Precinct 1 says
Forty-five Chihuahua-mix dogs were rescued from mobile home on Edgeworth Street in north Houston on Tuesday aid an ongoing animal-neglect investigation, Harris Co. Constable Pct. 1 says....
government
Harris County confirms 11k voters' registration have been processed after major backlog in September
Last month, the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector and Voter Registrar's Office found that nearly 75,000 voter records needed to be processed before early voting....
safety
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 8000 West Tidwell Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 8000 West Tidwell Road about 12:30 a.m. today (Oct. 6). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divi...
safety
Man flees after Dodge Challenger crashes into traffic signal pole in southwest Houston
A man fled the scene of a crash Tuesday morning after a Dodge Challenger crashed into a pedestrian traffic signal pole in southwest Houston. The crash happened around 3:27 a.m. near the Southwest Freeway feeder road and Fountain View Drive. A witness reported hearing a red Dodge ...
safety
Harris County Fire Marshal's Office K-9 bites another handler at training conference in Rockwall, officials say
Officials said a Harris County Fire Marshal's Office K-9 bit another handler at a training conference in Rockwall.
parks
National Night Out - Community Block Party
West University Place first responders invite residents to join them for the annual National Night Out Community Block Party on Tuesday, October 6, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Colonial Park, 4130 Byron Street....
safety
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 16600 Parkridge Court
Houston police are investigating the shooting of a male and the apparent suicide of a second male found at 16600 Parkridge Court about 1:25 a.m. on October 3. The identities of the male victim, 48, and the male suspect, 44, are pending verification by the Harris County Institute ...
safety
Investigation into Skeletal Remains Found at 3500 Blalock Road
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results on skeletal remains found at 3500 Blalock Road about 2:45 p.m. on October 2. The identity, gender and cause of death of the individual are pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division S...
safety
Brothers exchange gunfire in southwest Houston; 1 dead, 1 in critical condition
Houston Police Department Southwest Division officers responded to reports of a shooting shortly after 1:27 a.m. on Saturday at a residence in the 16600 block of Parkridge Court, according to HPD. Police say two brothers became involved in a dispute that escalated into gunfire. B...
safety
76-year-old man last seen near Ben Taub Hospital in Texas Medical Center found safe
A Silver Alert has been canceled for a 76-year-old man who went missing near Ben Taub Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Authorities say Vicente De Jesus Sanchez has been located and is safe....
News
Poor Farm Ditch Project: September Update
An update on work completed in September and planned for October.
News
Party at the Pavilion Rescheduled for October 23
Because of the potential for bad weather, tonight's concert, Mango Punch, has moved to Oct 23. We made this decision as a precaution. Our priority is the safety of our patrons....
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CenterPoint Energy Gas Meter Exchange Program
West U residents may receive notice from CenterPoint about its Gas Meter Exchange Program, where technicians will replace existing natural gas meters with enhanced meters....
safety
Suspect Arrested, Charged in Fatal Crash at 7700 Bellaire Blvd
Houston police have arrested a suspect charged in the fatal crash that occurred at 7700 Bellaire Blvd. about 10:15 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 30). Giovany Flores, 34, is charged with intoxication manslaughter in the 174th Criminal District Court. A booking photo of Flores is attached ...
library
Employee Spotlight: Meet Karina
Meet Karina Rodriguez, Library Assistant at Bellaire City Library.
schools
Bellaire vs. Lamar high school football game canceled due to widespread staph infection, HISD says
HISD said in a letter to parents that it is aware of the reported staph infections among the Bellaire High School football team.
parks
Man accused of stealing $220k in copper from light poles at Terry Hershey Park, court documents show
Investigators say a hidden camera helped track down a man accused of damaging dozens of light poles in Terry Hershey Park in west Harris County.
safety
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 400 Eastex Freeway
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 400 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 10:55 p.m. on September 30. The identity of the deceased female, 21, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crime...
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Man charged after investigators say he hid Texas City home from sex offender registry
A Harris County man is facing a felony charge after investigators determined he was living in Texas City instead of the southeast Houston address listed on his sex offender registration, authorities said. Alonzo Longoria, 67, was arrested by Harris County Precinct 1 constables an...
Local
Harris County receives 'final extension' to complete flood projects or lose millions
Harris County will get more time to complete flood mitigation projects to keep millions in grant money, although some state leaders have "grave concerns" the county can get them done....
safety
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 2130 South Highway 6
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 2130 South Highway 6 about 2:20 a.m. today (Sept. 30). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divis...
Local
Humble mother accused of using daughter in alleged sexual-abuse “surrogacy” scheme
A Humble mother allegedly used her teenage daughter as a surrogate through repeated sexual abuse, then later participated in the alleged sexual assault of another daughter, according to Harris County court records. Because the allegations involve sexual abuse survivors, KPRC 2 Ne...
News
Biannual Recycling Event
The Biannual Recycling Event will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Public Works Facility, located at 3826 Milton Street.
safety
Investigation into Male’s Death at 1001 West Loop South
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a male found at 1001 West Loop South (West Interstate Highway 610 South) about 6:05 p.m. on Tuesday (Sept. 29). The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Science...
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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 3021 Berry Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male that occurred at 3021 Berry Road about 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday (Sept. 29). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divi...
Local
Landlord serving eviction papers beaten with bat, investigators say
When a landlord went to serve eviction papers last week, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said he was confronted with a gun and a bat.
Local
How some Harris County courts help people receive rental assistance, navigate eviction hearings
There are resources out there to help someone stay housed and get the landlord the money they're owed. One of those places where people have found that help is at Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 7, Place 1....
parks
Basketball Coming to the Rec Center
West U Parks & Rec is excited to announce that basketball will be available at the Rec Center beginning on Monday, June 1, on a trial basis in the racquetball court! This pilot program has been extended through the fall....
safety
Investigation into Female’s Death at 3351 Persimmon Street
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 3351 Persimmon Street about 1 p.m. on Monday (Sept. 28). The identity of the deceased female, 25, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD homic...
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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 11507 Panay Drive
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a female and wounding of a male that occurred at 11507 Panay Drive about 12:55 p.m. on Monday (Sept. 28). The identity of the deceased female, 52, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Fo...
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Investigation into Fatal Shooting Incident at 9619 Yupondale Drive
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of an armed male suspect by Houston police officers that occurred at 9619 Yupondale Drive about 9:50 p.m. on Monday (Sept. 28). The identity of the deceased male suspect is pending notification to family members by the Harris Co...
government
Harris County gets one-year extension to use federal funds for post-Harvey flood bond projects
A Harris County Flood Control District report earlier this year revealed that several of the county's disaster relief flood projects -- which were authorized by voters in 2018 as part of a $2.5 billion bond -- would not meet a state-imposed deadline early next year....
safety
68-year-old dies at St. Joseph Hospital after medical emergency while in custody
Quang Truong, 68, died Thursday after experiencing a medical emergency while in custody, according to information provided by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Truong was pronounced dead at 5:29 p.m. at St. Joseph Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment since Sept. 22. ...
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Man found shot dead in alley behind illegal game room in northwest Harris County, deputies say
A man was found shot dead in an alleyway behind what deputies described as an illegal game room in northwest Harris County, according to the sheriff's office....
safety
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 10101 East Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred at 10101 East Freeway (East Interstate Highway 10) about 11:55 p.m. on September 26. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic...
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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 11400 Bissonnet
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 11400 Bissonnet about 1:45 a.m. Sunday (Sept. 27). The identity of the deceased female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant M. Barrow a...
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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 18600 Gulf Freeway
Houston police are investigating an auto-pedestrian fatal crash that occurred at 18600 Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 9:15 p.m. on September 26. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensi...
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Father killed, daughter critically injured in Baytown shooting, Harris County deputies say
A father is dead and his 19-year-old daughter is in critical condition after a shooting in Baytown, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed with KPRC 2. Deputies were called around 5:47 a.m. to the 5400 block of North Redell Road near Baytown. When they arrived, they found th...
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Man shot and killed in northwest Harris County, HCSO investigating
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting on Veterans Memorial Drive Sunday night. Deputies got to the scene near W Richey Road around 7 p.m. and found a man with gunshot wounds. The man died at the scene. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigato...