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The Texas governor says the Supreme Court supports his stance that the right to free speech is not absolute for students. Gov. Greg Abbott emphasized that students cannot simply walk out of school to attend protests without facing consequences.

A planned student walkout at Splendora High School led to confusion as exits were allegedly blocked, preventing students from leaving to protest peacefully. The Texas Education Agency's new guidance discourages school-time protests, citing safety and funding concerns, while Governor Abbott supports consequences for schools facilitating walkouts.

The 2026 Winter Olympics begin on Friday, Feb. 6, with an opening ceremony featuring around 92 countries competing and nearly 3,000 athletes.

A gas leak at Roberts Road Elementary School in Waller ISD led to an evacuation, while Salyards Middle School in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD implemented a shelter-in-place due to the odor reaching the campus. Emergency responders, including fire departments and HazMat teams, are addressing the situation, with no immediate danger reported at Salyards Middle School.

An Aldine Independent School District teacher has been arrested and charged after court documents allege she was involved in a physical altercation with a student.

A Harris County Sheriff’s deputy who was shot with his own gun by a three-year-old family member will not face charges.

The Super Bowl airs right here on KPRC 2, and for many fans, football and wings are just as important as the game itself.

With all eyes on the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, athletes are gearing up to deliver jaw-dropping moments of speed, skill and courage.

Houston police are searching for the driver who ran a red light and crashed into an unmarked police vehicle Thursday night, sending an officer to the hospital.

According to court documents, Sergeant Jocelyn Ballard has been charged with two felony counts of injury to a child.

Bad Bunny will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LX halftime show.

Catch up on the latest news updates from Houston and around the world.

A Harris County Sheriff’s deputy who was shot with his own gun by a three-year-old family member will not face charges.

According to court documents, Sergeant Jocelyn Ballard has been charged with two felony counts of injury to a child.

A 17-year-old male was fatally shot on Thursday night in the 200 block of Uvalde Road, east Harris County, near the Cloverleaf neighborhood. He was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators are investigating the incident.

Norman Johnson, 42, was denied bail by a Harris County judge after being accused of fatally shooting Trinette and Christopher Lopez in Katy, Texas. Authorities suspect the motive may be tied to a child custody dispute, as the Lopez's adopted daughter is Johnson's biological child. Johnson, originally from Austin, was apprehended in Williamson County on a separate harassment charge. His next court appearance is scheduled for February 10.

Two Houston-area men have been found guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with a murder-for-hire plot that left an innocent man seriously injured after being mistaken for the intended target.

A Memorial Hermann organ transplant physician has been indicted on federal charges related to allegedly falsifying medical records in a way that made liver transplant candidates ineligible for organ donations.

Skyrocketing detentions, violent arrests, troops in cities. One year into President Donald Trump’s second term, we look at how it’s changed the lives of immigrants and citizens.

Other Texas Republicans have called for the Trump administration to double down on sending immigration officers to Minnesota and blamed Democrats for the violence, while others have remained silent.

Senate Bill 4 returns to the 5th Circuit with border crossings at record lows, a sharp reversal from the influx that inspired Texas’ law authorizing state police to arrest undocumented immigrants.

After his corruption indictment last year, the Laredo Democrat forfeited his role as the top Democrat on the House Appropriations subcommittee that oversees more than $65 billion in annual spending.

Nuevo Laredo was dumping millions of gallons of sewage a day into the Rio Grande. The U.S. and Mexico worked together to find a solution.

The former president of Mexico sat down for a virtual interview with Berenice Garcia, Rio Grande Valley reporter for The Texas Tribune.

The article outlines the 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution that voters have approved to pass in the 2025 Texas General Election. These propositions cover a wide array of topics, including funding for education and infrastructure, tax exemptions, criminal justice reforms, and public health initiatives. Each amendment is summarized with its purpose, and impacts, providing a comprehensive overview of how these changes will affect residents across the state.

The city learned about plans to build a new barrier along the southern border during a regular meeting with the Department of Homeland Security.

El Super Bowl siempre es más que un partido. Además del enfrentamiento en el campo, el show de medio tiempo se ha convertido en uno de los momentos más vistos y comentados del año.

A fatal incident occurred on southbound Highway 288 near Southmore Boulevard when a male pedestrian, involved in a minor accident, stepped into moving traffic and was struck by a vehicle, resulting in his death. The vehicle's driver remained at the scene and showed no signs of intoxication, while the investigation continues to determine if the pedestrian's actions were intentional or accidental.

A fatal crash has closed the northbound lanes on I-45 near Louetta Road as reported by Harris County Pct. 4 constable deputies. Law enforcement and emergency crews are on the scene at the 20500 block of North Freeway, with Pct. 4 assisting the Harris County Sheriff’s Office in the ongoing investigation. Authorities are advising the public to avoid the area.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo discusses the readiness of the region's infrastructure for upcoming weather emergencies, emphasizing the importance of roads, bridges, and flood-control systems. Ongoing efforts include road repairs and flood mitigation projects, with a focus on fiscal responsibility and proper oversight to protect taxpayer funds.

A 17-year-old male was fatally shot on Thursday night in the 200 block of Uvalde Road, east Harris County, near the Cloverleaf neighborhood. He was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators are investigating the incident.

Norman Johnson, 42, was denied bail by a Harris County judge after being accused of fatally shooting Trinette and Christopher Lopez in Katy, Texas. Authorities suspect the motive may be tied to a child custody dispute, as the Lopez's adopted daughter is Johnson's biological child. Johnson, originally from Austin, was apprehended in Williamson County on a separate harassment charge. His next court appearance is scheduled for February 10.

Two Houston-area men have been found guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with a murder-for-hire plot that left an innocent man seriously injured after being mistaken for the intended target.

Following a report on Houston homeowner Frances Holt's unactivated solar panels resulting in a $134,000 bill, many have expressed concerns about misleading solar panel sales practices. Complaints involve high-pressure sales, confusing contracts, and unexpected costs, prompting consumer advocates to advise filing complaints with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). This process helps address individual grievances and identify industry-wide issues, with a focus on providing detailed information to facilitate investigations.