Roscosmos cosmonaut Oleg Platonov, left, NASA astronauts Mike Fincke, Zena Cardman, and JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Kimiya Yui are seen inside the SpaceX Dragon Endeavour spacecraft onboard the SpaceX recovery ship SHANNON shortly after having landed in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Long Beach, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. (NASA via AP)Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA's first medical evacuationRead full article: Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA's first medical evacuation
A dump truck unloads a truck full of dirt inside NRG Stadium on February 25, 2025, ahead of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.First wave of tickets for 2026 Houston Rodeo go on sale ThursdayRead full article: First wave of tickets for 2026 Houston Rodeo go on sale Thursday
HPD says 2 of the 3 suspects remain at largeTexans player identified as victim in armed home robbery that led to police chaseRead full article: Texans player identified as victim in armed home robbery that led to police chase
Father charged with murderInnocent man fatally shot after father believes kidnapped daughter was in his car at Houston gas stationRead full article: Innocent man fatally shot after father believes kidnapped daughter was in his car at Houston gas station
The case had been dismissed twice in past years‘A menace to society’: Suspect in Spring ISD student kidnapping faces new sexual abuse charge involving childRead full article: ‘A menace to society’: Suspect in Spring ISD student kidnapping faces new sexual abuse charge involving child
Sunnyside apartment shootingMan shot after allegedly assaulting girlfriend, turning on 2 women who tried to help in SunnysideRead full article: Man shot after allegedly assaulting girlfriend, turning on 2 women who tried to help in Sunnyside
No description availableWoman on UH campus robbed at gunpoint, forced to send CashApp transaction by masked robberRead full article: Woman on UH campus robbed at gunpoint, forced to send CashApp transaction by masked robber
Law enforcement officers stand amid tear gas at the scene of a reported shooting Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Adam Gray)Federal officer shoots person in leg after being attacked during Minneapolis arrest, officials sayRead full article: Federal officer shoots person in leg after being attacked during Minneapolis arrest, officials say
An allegation involving a teacher at Alice Johnson Junior High is under investigation, according to Channelview ISD.Channelview ISD junior high teacher no longer employed amid investigation involving ‘allegation made by student’Read full article: Channelview ISD junior high teacher no longer employed amid investigation involving ‘allegation made by student’
No description availableViral ‘door kick’ challenge sparks safety concerns in Heights neighborhoodRead full article: Viral ‘door kick’ challenge sparks safety concerns in Heights neighborhood
These 5 cookbooks will have you cooking like some of the best chefs in Houston!Taste Houston’s best with 5 must-have cookbooks from local chefs and restaurateursRead full article: Taste Houston’s best with 5 must-have cookbooks from local chefs and restaurateurs
KPRC 2 Insiders have 4 chances to win a $250 Kroger gift card.SponsoredKPRC 2 Insiders have 4 chances to win a $250 Kroger gift card! Read full article: KPRC 2 Insiders have 4 chances to win a $250 Kroger gift card!
Our Sky 2 Chopper over the sceneHomeless man charged with arson in fire that burned down abandoned church; docs say man started fire to keep warmRead full article: Homeless man charged with arson in fire that burned down abandoned church; docs say man started fire to keep warm
the scene of the bridgeNotorious Houston Avenue bridge struck by oversized truck for first time in 2026Read full article: Notorious Houston Avenue bridge struck by oversized truck for first time in 2026
Charges and a civil lawsuit follow allegations made during a Dec. 14 Texans gameEmployee charged after child reports sexual assault at NRG Stadium during Texans gameRead full article: Employee charged after child reports sexual assault at NRG Stadium during Texans game
FireBaytown authorities investigating 2 fatal house fires over 3-day periodRead full article: Baytown authorities investigating 2 fatal house fires over 3-day period
Data shows crimes against people are down 20 percent year over year as METRO moves to expand unarmed security and law enforcement partnerships.METRO plans security expansion as ridership rises and crime trends down despite deadly shootingRead full article: METRO plans security expansion as ridership rises and crime trends down despite deadly shooting
Power outage/ electricity - lightbox KPRCREPORT: ELA forecasts drop in average U.S. gas prices in 2026Read full article: REPORT: ELA forecasts drop in average U.S. gas prices in 2026
Workers at five Ciena Healthcare nursing home facilities, represented by SEIU Health Care Michigan (SEIU HCMI), will hold a one-day strike.‘Bring the hammer down’: Texas AG Paxton claims recovery of $125M, over 120 arrests in 2025 healthcare fraud bustsRead full article: ‘Bring the hammer down’: Texas AG Paxton claims recovery of $125M, over 120 arrests in 2025 healthcare fraud busts
Verizon on Live in the D Verizon working to fix wireless service outage affecting customersRead full article: Verizon working to fix wireless service outage affecting customers
FILE - Ukaleq Astri Slettemark of Denmark skis during the women's 7.5-kilometer sprint competition at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Feb. 11, 2022, in Zhangjiakou, China. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File)Greenland biathlete pursues Olympic dream while anxious about 'terrifying' threats to her homelandRead full article: Greenland biathlete pursues Olympic dream while anxious about 'terrifying' threats to her homeland
FILE - United States' Chloe Kim trains before the women's halfpipe finals at the 2022 Winter Olympics, Feb. 10, 2022, in Zhangjiakou, China. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco, File)Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulderRead full article: Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulder
No description availableCelina football coach retires after district clears him of cover-up allegations amid son’s sex abuse scandalRead full article: Celina football coach retires after district clears him of cover-up allegations amid son’s sex abuse scandal
Workers at five Ciena Healthcare nursing home facilities, represented by SEIU Health Care Michigan (SEIU HCMI), will hold a one-day strike.‘Bring the hammer down’: Texas AG Paxton claims recovery of $125M, over 120 arrests in 2025 healthcare fraud bustsRead full article: ‘Bring the hammer down’: Texas AG Paxton claims recovery of $125M, over 120 arrests in 2025 healthcare fraud busts
No description availableUniversity of North Texas to offer free tuition for some incoming freshmenRead full article: University of North Texas to offer free tuition for some incoming freshmen
The Harris Central Appraisal District offers a residence homestead tax deferral that lets homeowners postpone part of their property taxesRising Houston property taxes? Here’s how homeowners can defer paymentsRead full article: Rising Houston property taxes? Here’s how homeowners can defer payments
Verizon on Live in the D Verizon working to fix wireless service outage affecting customersRead full article: Verizon working to fix wireless service outage affecting customers
No description availableWhat to know about the Uvalde school shooting trial during its second weekRead full article: What to know about the Uvalde school shooting trial during its second week
No description availableAttorney: Charged Santa Fe high school gunman remains incompetent to stand trialRead full article: Attorney: Charged Santa Fe high school gunman remains incompetent to stand trial
No description availableTexas Equusearch: There are more bayou bodies likely stuck in sunken carsRead full article: Texas Equusearch: There are more bayou bodies likely stuck in sunken cars
William ReeceTexas serial killer William Reece continues fighting his Oklahoma death sentenceRead full article: Texas serial killer William Reece continues fighting his Oklahoma death sentence
An all-new episode of the Evidence Room is dropping on SaturdayThe Evidence Room is back with ‘The Sniper’Read full article: The Evidence Room is back with ‘The Sniper’
No description availableFort Bend County Judge KP George’s recent social media post part of focus during latest hearingRead full article: Fort Bend County Judge KP George’s recent social media post part of focus during latest hearing
Houston council members’ spending on travel, photography detailed in KPRC 2 investigationHow Houston City Council members are spending your tax dollarsRead full article: How Houston City Council members are spending your tax dollars
No description availableThird Ward resident reaches out to 2 Helps You in hopes of getting resolution in decade-long property disputeRead full article: Third Ward resident reaches out to 2 Helps You in hopes of getting resolution in decade-long property dispute
No description availableCrumbling dirt road to historic cemetery in Fort Bend County repaired after KPRC 2 gets involvedRead full article: Crumbling dirt road to historic cemetery in Fort Bend County repaired after KPRC 2 gets involved
No description availableHouston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on ChristmasRead full article: Houston tenants endure cold showers after hot water system fails on Christmas
No description availableBinglewood residents say heavy trash piles sit on curbs for months until KPRC 2 made callsRead full article: Binglewood residents say heavy trash piles sit on curbs for months until KPRC 2 made calls
If you’re looking to give back or need a little extra help this season, here are some key programs and resources available in the Houston area.‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston Read full article: ‘2 Helps You’: 25+ ways to find holiday help in Houston
No description availableFort Bend County woman sounds alarm as crumbling dirt road plagues visitors to historic cemeteryRead full article: Fort Bend County woman sounds alarm as crumbling dirt road plagues visitors to historic cemetery
FILE - Timothy Busfield appears at the 2020 ABC Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File)Actor Timothy Busfield ordered held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse caseRead full article: Actor Timothy Busfield ordered held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
FILE - John Mellencamp performs during Farm Aid on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Noblesville, Ind. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)Minutes to Memories: John Mellencamp rolling out jukebox of his old hitsRead full article: Minutes to Memories: John Mellencamp rolling out jukebox of his old hits
FILE - Min Jin Lee attends the GQ Global Creativity Awards in New York on April 6, 2023. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)Min Jin Lee's 'Pachinko' follow-up, 'American Hagwon,' will explore Korean education obsessionRead full article: Min Jin Lee's 'Pachinko' follow-up, 'American Hagwon,' will explore Korean education obsession
The Harris Central Appraisal District offers a residence homestead tax deferral that lets homeowners postpone part of their property taxesRising Houston property taxes? Here’s how homeowners can defer paymentsRead full article: Rising Houston property taxes? Here’s how homeowners can defer payments
How a Deer Park family turned helping one man into a movement across Houston1 day agoVann’s Posse shows how one small act can reshape a communityRead full article: Vann’s Posse shows how one small act can reshape a community
Concert2 days agoNo more driving to Houston: Baytown’s new events center will host concerts and sportsRead full article: No more driving to Houston: Baytown’s new events center will host concerts and sports
A man reacts while holding his smartphone in Beijing, China, Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan)Aimed at the growing number of young Chinese who live alone, a new app asks: ‘Are you dead?'Read full article: Aimed at the growing number of young Chinese who live alone, a new app asks: ‘Are you dead?'
FILE - The Food and Drug Administration seal is seen at the Hubert Humphrey Building Auditorium in Washington, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)Recalled Super Greens diet supplement powder sickens 45 with salmonellaRead full article: Recalled Super Greens diet supplement powder sickens 45 with salmonella
No description availableSponsoredA Kroger pharmacist’s guide to everyday wellness in 2026Read full article: A Kroger pharmacist’s guide to everyday wellness in 2026
The Harris Central Appraisal District offers a residence homestead tax deferral that lets homeowners postpone part of their property taxesRising Houston property taxes? Here’s how homeowners can defer paymentsRead full article: Rising Houston property taxes? Here’s how homeowners can defer payments
No description available1 day agoConroe judge facing DWI charge hosts campaign event, avoids questions about criminal historyRead full article: Conroe judge facing DWI charge hosts campaign event, avoids questions about criminal history
Texans wide receiver Nico Collins carted off field with concussion against Steelers33 minutes agoTexans star receiver Nico Collins not practicing due to concussion, looks unlikely for Patriots gameRead full article: Texans star receiver Nico Collins not practicing due to concussion, looks unlikely for Patriots game
No description availableSpring ISD police searching for more possible victims of man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old girl Read full article: Spring ISD police searching for more possible victims of man accused of sexually assaulting 15-year-old girl
No description availableMemorial City Mall reopens after ammonia leak, ice rink remains closedRead full article: Memorial City Mall reopens after ammonia leak, ice rink remains closed
No description availableWhat to know about the Uvalde school shooting trial during its second weekRead full article: What to know about the Uvalde school shooting trial during its second week
KPRC 2 Investigates the Houston Housing Authority.HHA, Mayor Whitmire to provide updates on $146M affordable housing project paused amid contaminated soil concerns Read full article: HHA, Mayor Whitmire to provide updates on $146M affordable housing project paused amid contaminated soil concerns
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud had a rough night against SteelersTexans quarterback C.J. Stroud vows to improve ball security after rough and resilient game: ‘Got to get it fixed’Read full article: Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud vows to improve ball security after rough and resilient game: ‘Got to get it fixed’
No description availableArmed burglary suspect throws brick through window at IKEA before running across Katy Freeway during oncoming traffic Read full article: Armed burglary suspect throws brick through window at IKEA before running across Katy Freeway during oncoming traffic
Texans defensive end Darrell Taylor giving back on Sunday, feeding the homeless, alongside teammates Junior Tafuna and Derek Barnett.Source: Patriots signing former Texans defensive end Darrell Taylor to practice squadRead full article: Source: Patriots signing former Texans defensive end Darrell Taylor to practice squad
No description availableHarris Health continues to push for Ben Taub expansion that will cut into Hermann ParkRead full article: Harris Health continues to push for Ben Taub expansion that will cut into Hermann Park
HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: A general view of downtown Houston on March 11, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images)Best places to live in Texas ranked. Houston makes the list, but which city took No. 1?Read full article: Best places to live in Texas ranked. Houston makes the list, but which city took No. 1?
Plus, we’re tracking two fronts this week! Houston! Sunshine returns today, but cold front coming tonight, Friday will bring gusty winds Read full article: Houston! Sunshine returns today, but cold front coming tonight, Friday will bring gusty winds
No description availableCatch up on today’s top headlines Read full article: Catch up on today’s top headlines
Authorities say the 15-year-old was kidnapped while walking near the high school campus1 day agoConvicted felon accused of sexually assaulting Spring ISD high schooler after offering ride to police stationRead full article: Convicted felon accused of sexually assaulting Spring ISD high schooler after offering ride to police station
No description available1 day agoTeam 27 runs with heart, a mile at a time for the girls lost at Camp MysticRead full article: Team 27 runs with heart, a mile at a time for the girls lost at Camp Mystic
Aftermath of Aldine RV fire1 day ago2 hospitalized after RV fire in AldineRead full article: 2 hospitalized after RV fire in Aldine
No description available1 day agoThird Ward resident reaches out to 2 Helps You in hopes of getting resolution in decade-long property disputeRead full article: Third Ward resident reaches out to 2 Helps You in hopes of getting resolution in decade-long property dispute
Lake Conroe condo fire scene1 day agoFire at condominiums near Lake Conroe sends 1 person to the hospitalRead full article: Fire at condominiums near Lake Conroe sends 1 person to the hospital
No description available1 day agoAttorney: Charged Santa Fe high school gunman remains incompetent to stand trialRead full article: Attorney: Charged Santa Fe high school gunman remains incompetent to stand trial
No description available1 day agoHouston officials question security after fire at abandoned churchRead full article: Houston officials question security after fire at abandoned church
No description available1 day agoGalveston boat captain invited to meet Mexico’s president after heroic plane crash rescueRead full article: Galveston boat captain invited to meet Mexico’s president after heroic plane crash rescue
No description available1 day ago‘A really bad smell’: Residents frustrated after monthslong sewer issues at Tanglewest CondominiumsRead full article: ‘A really bad smell’: Residents frustrated after monthslong sewer issues at Tanglewest Condominiums
Hyundai2 days agoThese are the most stolen vehicles in the Houston area, per Pct. 4Read full article: These are the most stolen vehicles in the Houston area, per Pct. 4
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 12: Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on before the game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium on January 12, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)1 day agoSteelers’ Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 seasons, marking ninth head coach opening of 2026 offseasonRead full article: Steelers’ Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 seasons, marking ninth head coach opening of 2026 offseason
No description available1 day agoSuspect in UH Credit Union robbery has long criminal past, including sexual assault allegation. What we know about himRead full article: Suspect in UH Credit Union robbery has long criminal past, including sexual assault allegation. What we know about him
No description available1 day agoDriver stalled in middle of Katy Freeway, hit and killed by tow truck Read full article: Driver stalled in middle of Katy Freeway, hit and killed by tow truck
Houston Texans defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins runs to the end zone for a touchdown after recovering a fumble during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)2 days agoTexans stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers 30-6 for franchise’s 1st road playoff winRead full article: Texans stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers 30-6 for franchise’s 1st road playoff win
arrest stock1 day ago19-year-old charged with capital murder in New Year’s Eve shooting arrested in Comal CountyRead full article: 19-year-old charged with capital murder in New Year’s Eve shooting arrested in Comal County
How a Deer Park family turned helping one man into a movement across Houston1 day agoVann’s Posse shows how one small act can reshape a communityRead full article: Vann’s Posse shows how one small act can reshape a community
Concert2 days agoNo more driving to Houston: Baytown’s new events center will host concerts and sportsRead full article: No more driving to Houston: Baytown’s new events center will host concerts and sports
LEFT: Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim speak onstage for the First Take panel during Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Center on June 20, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for Fanatics) TOP RIGHT: Christian Kirk #13 of the Houston Texans scores a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an AFC Wild Card Playoff game at Acrisure Stadium on January 12, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) BOTTOM RIGHT: Charlie Kirk speaks at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025 in Orem, Utah. Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was speaking at his “American Comeback Tour” when he was shot in the neck and killed. (Photo by Trent Nelson/The Salt Lake Tribune/Getty Images)1 day agoStephen A. Smith accidentally calls Texans WR Christian Kirk ‘Charlie Kirk’ in live slip-up on ESPN’s First TakeRead full article: Stephen A. Smith accidentally calls Texans WR Christian Kirk ‘Charlie Kirk’ in live slip-up on ESPN’s First Take