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WANTED: Houston area coach accused of keeping $3,500 check meant for Special Olympics organization
Read full article: WANTED: Houston area coach accused of keeping $3,500 check meant for Special Olympics organizationCourt records revealed the coach told the parent to "make the check payable to 'Jeri Flores' instead of directly to Special Olympics Team." The other parent then started hearing rumors about the coach having a history of mishandling funds.
Woman arrested after allegedly killing man changing tire on Katy Freeway
Read full article: Woman arrested after allegedly killing man changing tire on Katy FreewayA Houston woman, Maggie Anne Louise Weber, has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after allegedly killing Lee Rodgers, who was changing a tire on the Katy Freeway.
Katy’s Howdy Homemade ice cream shop hosts Halloween bash for those with disabilities
Read full article: Katy’s Howdy Homemade ice cream shop hosts Halloween bash for those with disabilitiesHowdy Homemade, known to provide employment for individuals with special needs, is set to host a Halloween event on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
Viral TikTok shows over 150 drivers ticketed by same officer in Katy all lined up for court
Read full article: Viral TikTok shows over 150 drivers ticketed by same officer in Katy all lined up for courtA TikTok video by Keara Kenise Anderson has gone viral, showing over 150 people lined up outside a Katy courthouse, all claiming they received traffic tickets for "improper stop" at a traffic light from Harris County Deputy R. Hubbard near Fry Road and Interstate 10.
Katy man gets life in prison for shooting and killing wife, wounding 2 stepchildren
Read full article: Katy man gets life in prison for shooting and killing wife, wounding 2 stepchildrenA Katy man has been sentenced to life in prison for shooting and killing his wife and wounding two of his stepchildren in 2021.
Couple seen in viral Houston road rage video now accused in real estate rental fraud scheme
Read full article: Couple seen in viral Houston road rage video now accused in real estate rental fraud schemeFour people are accused of an elaborate rental fraud scheme targeting more than a dozen Harris County properties involving a stolen identity.
Hotel ZaZa in Memorial City goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Read full article: Hotel ZaZa in Memorial City goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness MonthHotel ZaZa will be holding an event Wednesday afternoon for "Love On The Lawn" where the grass will be transformed with pink frills and fancy displays to support breast cancer awareness.
MISSING: 23-year-old Amarillyz Estevez reported missing in Katy
Read full article: MISSING: 23-year-old Amarillyz Estevez reported missing in KatyA search is underway for 23-year-old Amarillyz Amy Estevez, who was last seen around 11 p.m. on Aug. 26 in the 19000 block of North Piper Grove Drive in Katy.
Katy Tigers adjusting to younger group, smallest senior class coach has seen in years
Read full article: Katy Tigers adjusting to younger group, smallest senior class coach has seen in yearsIt’s always hard to list the top high school teams in Houston without mentioning the Katy Tigers. Year after year they’re always in contention. A big reason why, head coach Gary Joseph who’s been in charge for over four decades.
Houston-area Venezuelans take part in global day of protest against President Nicholas Maduro
Read full article: Houston-area Venezuelans take part in global day of protest against President Nicholas MaduroThousands of Venezuelans, including those with ties to the United States for decades, are taking part in a global day of protest.
Katy ISD says students can’t have cell phones on during school hours, and it’s not the only district cracking down📲🚫
Read full article: Katy ISD says students can’t have cell phones on during school hours, and it’s not the only district cracking down📲🚫One major district in the Greater Houston area has announced a new cell phone policy that is being widely discussed as the school year gets underway.
The Ballard House Katy celebrating milestone this summer – 100,000 nights of no-cost housing
Read full article: The Ballard House Katy celebrating milestone this summer – 100,000 nights of no-cost housingThe facility provides no-cost temporary housing for individuals and caregivers undergoing medical treatment in Houston, see how they continue to give back.
Katy daycare left in limbo after CenterPoint only partially restored power, live wire still hanging near building
Read full article: Katy daycare left in limbo after CenterPoint only partially restored power, live wire still hanging near buildingA Katy daycare has been in limbo for several days after CenterPoint Energy partially fixed its generators and hasn’t sent a lineman to finish the job.
10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris County
Read full article: 10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris CountyDetectives say the hit-and-run driver dragged the little boy's bike for a short period and his bike was found half a mile away from the crash site.
Baby found abandoned on walking trail released from hospital, taken in by foster family
Read full article: Baby found abandoned on walking trail released from hospital, taken in by foster familyThe infant that was found abandoned on a walking trail near a bayou last week has been discharged from a Houston-area hospital and placed with foster parents.
‘How can somebody do this:’ Just born baby abandoned in Harris Co.
Read full article: ‘How can somebody do this:’ Just born baby abandoned in Harris Co.Just as the sun was rising in the sky Saturday morning, a baby was born. Before lunch, a man dumped the baby on a walking trail near a bayou in Harris County.
‘No kids, please’: Typhoon Texas hosts 21+ ‘Grown-Up Getaway’
Read full article: ‘No kids, please’: Typhoon Texas hosts 21+ ‘Grown-Up Getaway’Looking for a way to avoid children but still enjoy fun games and attractions? Typhoon Texas announced it will open exclusively for those 21 years old and up on Friday night.
Katy ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch to children (even if they’re not students)
Read full article: Katy ISD giving out FREE breakfast, lunch to children (even if they’re not students)School is out for the summer but Katy ISD is still feeding kiddos, offering free breakfast and lunch to anyone under 18 years of age, regardless if they are a student within the district.
What’s Going Around: Strep, pink eye and more viruses popping up in Houston area
Read full article: What’s Going Around: Strep, pink eye and more viruses popping up in Houston areaAs one school year comes to an end, KPRC 2 health reporter Haley Hernandez shows how viruses and stomach bugs are going around.
Investigation underway after man killed on Katy Freeway by driver who ‘showed signs of intoxication’
Read full article: Investigation underway after man killed on Katy Freeway by driver who ‘showed signs of intoxication’Houston authorities are investigating a crash on the Katy Freeway involving a possibly impaired driver that left one man dead.
Katy ISD high school teacher accused of owning child pornography, taking candid photos of students
Read full article: Katy ISD high school teacher accused of owning child pornography, taking candid photos of studentsA Katy ISD high school teacher told detectives he’d been looking at child pornography his entire adult life, according to prosecutors with Fort Bend County.
Feds investigate another Texas school district for its gender identity mandate
Read full article: Feds investigate another Texas school district for its gender identity mandateKaty ISD’s board voted this past fall to require staff to notify parents if their child wants to use a different pronoun or identifies as a different gender.
How to watch: Douglas, Lee, Carey headline 2024 American Classic
Read full article: How to watch: Douglas, Lee, Carey headline 2024 American ClassicThe road to Paris will make a stop in Katy, Texas for the American Classic, as some of the nation’s top gymnasts, including Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas, Jade Carey and Suni Lee will hope to make a statement ahead of a busy summer competition schedule.
Former worker sentenced for embezzling more than $280K from Katy nonprofit
Read full article: Former worker sentenced for embezzling more than $280K from Katy nonprofitCourt records say Janet Medrano, A.K.A. Janet Jackson, 49, left the nonprofit on the brink of bankruptcy due to embezzling thousands of dollars using four different schemes.
Granny Basketball’s new league in Katy is looking for energetic and fun women over 50 to participate
Read full article: Granny Basketball’s new league in Katy is looking for energetic and fun women over 50 to participateTessa hit the court to experience Granny Basketball. The league just added a new team of women out in Katy. She found out how these women are proving the sport has no limits when it comes to age.
Katy ISD teacher and husband arrested in home renovation scheme, accused of gambling away client money
Read full article: Katy ISD teacher and husband arrested in home renovation scheme, accused of gambling away client moneyA Houston-area couple is in custody, accused of taking thousands of dollars from home renovation clients and never finishing the work.
Garbage Girlfriend performs on Houston Life before headlining KPRC 2 Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest
Read full article: Garbage Girlfriend performs on Houston Life before headlining KPRC 2 Eat Like a Local Crawfish FestOne of our favorite bands is back in Studio B. Garbage Girlfriend is the all-female teen rock band from Katy and returned to Houston Life to perform their song 'Love Sacrifice'. The girls are set to headline KPRC 2's Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest at Discovery Green.
Damage assessment underway after severe storms hit Houston
Read full article: Damage assessment underway after severe storms hit HoustonSevere storms wreaked havoc in Houston overnight, causing damage to buildings and knocking out power for thousands of residents. Thankfully, the storms have passed and sunny skies are on the way! #HoustonWeather #StormDamage
Update: Katy Woman, wife of Judge, granted $100K bond in fatal shooting case
Read full article: Update: Katy Woman, wife of Judge, granted $100K bond in fatal shooting caseSheriff Ed Gonzalez said the nephew recently graduated from college and was staying with the family but an argument ensued because Mei Huang Wolfe, 48. may have “felt that [the nephew] wasn’t welcome” to stay with them anymore.
‘They’re going to pull through:’ Nanny of 2 toddlers hit by vehicle in Katy pushed them aside, prevented direct impact
Read full article: ‘They’re going to pull through:’ Nanny of 2 toddlers hit by vehicle in Katy pushed them aside, prevented direct impactA nanny’s actions are being credited after she and two toddlers were struck by a vehicle in the Katy area Saturday.
A smelly situation: Houston residents’ complaints continue over trash not being picked up by Texas Pride Disposal
Read full article: A smelly situation: Houston residents’ complaints continue over trash not being picked up by Texas Pride DisposalAnd the saga continues as complaints continue to pour in about the frustration surrounding inconsistent trash pickup from Texas Pride Disposal.
Step into ‘Jurassic World: The Exhibition,’ a massive 20,000 square foot immersive dinosaur exhibit now open in Katy
Read full article: Step into ‘Jurassic World: The Exhibition,’ a massive 20,000 square foot immersive dinosaur exhibit now open in KatyGo face-to-face with life-sized dinosaurs including the Brachiosaurus, the Velociraptor, and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!
The man behind Proud Pie in Katy is hitting all the right notes with new guitar charity venture
Read full article: The man behind Proud Pie in Katy is hitting all the right notes with new guitar charity ventureMarch 14th is Pi Day! We're celebrating with delicious pie from Proud Pie in Katy. They're known for their artisan pies and gourmet coffee. But, did you know their owner Scott Chapman, is also giving back to Texas charities through his one-of-a-kind guitars signed by musicians? Find out how he's giving back in the interview above.
NFL panel of Johnathan Joseph, Malcolm Butler, Tyus Bowser, Denzel Perryman, Justin Allen, Ronald Ollie share knowledge
Read full article: NFL panel of Johnathan Joseph, Malcolm Butler, Tyus Bowser, Denzel Perryman, Justin Allen, Ronald Ollie share knowledgeConversations conducted at Dick's Sporting Goods with NFL players
Retired Harris County deputy questions Katy ISD arming elementary schools with security guards
Read full article: Retired Harris County deputy questions Katy ISD arming elementary schools with security guardsA retired Harris County sheriff deputy is criticizing Katy Independent School District’s plan arming elementary school security guards.
Security guards at Katy ISD will now carry guns; Does this make you feel safer sending your students to class?
Read full article: Security guards at Katy ISD will now carry guns; Does this make you feel safer sending your students to class?Major changes are coming to the Katy Independent School District this year, and one in particular may be concerning to parents.
All northbound lanes of West Grand Parkway South closed near Katy after fiery 18-wheeler crash
Read full article: All northbound lanes of West Grand Parkway South closed near Katy after fiery 18-wheeler crashAll of the northbound lanes of West Grand Parkway South near Katy, Texas are closed after an 18-wheeler crashed and was engulfed in flames, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Seven Lakes HS senior ‘blessed’ to be nominated for 2024 McDonalds All-American Games despite injury
Read full article: Seven Lakes HS senior ‘blessed’ to be nominated for 2024 McDonalds All-American Games despite injuryStandout senior Justice Carlton not only leads her team she can now proudly proclaim that she is a 2024 McDonald’s All-American.
‘Something was wrong’: Family tracked phone of Katy-area triple murder victim to short-term rental, found crime scene
Read full article: ‘Something was wrong’: Family tracked phone of Katy-area triple murder victim to short-term rental, found crime sceneThe search for a shooter is entering its third day after three people were killed early Sunday while attending a birthday party at a short-term rental home in Katy.
Watches, coins, and jewelry, oh my! U.S. Coins & Jewelry has you covered for Valentine’s Day gifting
Read full article: Watches, coins, and jewelry, oh my! U.S. Coins & Jewelry has you covered for Valentine’s Day giftingChocolates and flowers are nice but if you really want to impress your valentine - give them something that sparkles! Matthew Duncan from U.S. Coins and jewelry has some Valentine's Day gift ideas.
‘We will have the heaters on’: Fuzzy’s Pizza in Katy opening its door for people who lose power during arctic blast
Read full article: ‘We will have the heaters on’: Fuzzy’s Pizza in Katy opening its door for people who lose power during arctic blastThe legacy continues to rise for Hajjar. He owns Fuzzy’s Pizza store on Mason Road in Katy. He’s preparing to help the community in a big way ahead of the arctic blast.
Houston area rockets to the top: Master-planned communities dominate national rankings
Read full article: Houston area rockets to the top: Master-planned communities dominate national rankingsBuckle up as we explore how the Houston area’s master-planned communities are not just changing the real estate game – they’re dominating it.
Houston, we’ve got housing hotspots: Cypress and Katy ZIP codes sizzle in 2023 rankings 🏡
Read full article: Houston, we’ve got housing hotspots: Cypress and Katy ZIP codes sizzle in 2023 rankings 🏡The suburbs of Cypress and Katy are stealing the spotlight, topping the charts as the most sought-after locales.
Suspected New Year’s Eve celebratory gunfire hits multiple properties in Katy neighborhood
Read full article: Suspected New Year’s Eve celebratory gunfire hits multiple properties in Katy neighborhoodMultiple properties in the Jasmine Heights subdivision in Katy were struck by bullets on New Year’s Eve.
CHECK YOUR TICKET!💸 $2 million Powerball ticket sold in Katy; Powerball Jackpot grows to over $700 million
Read full article: CHECK YOUR TICKET!💸 $2 million Powerball ticket sold in Katy; Powerball Jackpot grows to over $700 millionThe Powerball Jackpot continues to grow to more than $700 million and there is one lucky person who bought a ticket in Katy.
Katy ISD parents, what are your thoughts or questions on Title IX? Ask them here
Read full article: Katy ISD parents, what are your thoughts or questions on Title IX? Ask them hereStudents in the Katy Independent School District are making their voices heard by attempting to defend their rights after a new policy forces school leaders to inform parents if their child chooses to be referred to as a different pronoun.
Student group files Title IX complaint against Katy ISD’s gender fluidity policy
Read full article: Student group files Title IX complaint against Katy ISD’s gender fluidity policyA student group has filed a formal Title IX complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights challenging the Katy ISD's policy requiring schools to notify parents if their child comes out as transgender or changes preferred pronouns.
Teen killed in west Harris County shooting was former CyFair ISD student
Read full article: Teen killed in west Harris County shooting was former CyFair ISD studentA man was shot and killed in west Harris County Tuesday, prompting multiple Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District campuses to go into “Secure the Building” mode, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
2 men charged months after being caught on camera breaking into mailboxes at Katy business park
Read full article: 2 men charged months after being caught on camera breaking into mailboxes at Katy business parkTwo men are facing federal charges after they allegedly broke into a cluster mailbox in Katy back in August.
Upfront Home Services offers many services for a cleaner, healthier, like-new home
Read full article: Upfront Home Services offers many services for a cleaner, healthier, like-new homeUpFront Home Services offers everything from carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, air duct cleaning and more -- all with an authentic and honest service experience.
Katy ISD partnering with Cody Stephens Foundation to give student-athletes, staff heart screenings for free
Read full article: Katy ISD partnering with Cody Stephens Foundation to give student-athletes, staff heart screenings for freeFor more than a decade, KPRC 2 and Bill Spencer have partnered with the Cody Stephens Foundation to offer life-saving heart screenings that are free of charge.
‘It’s very upsetting’: Family claims button batteries were found in 3-year-old’s Rainforest Café burger
Read full article: ‘It’s very upsetting’: Family claims button batteries were found in 3-year-old’s Rainforest Café burgerRainforest Café's slogan is “a wild place to shop and eat” -- but one Katy family said they were shocked to find a button battery in their meal during a recent visit.
3 teenagers hurt, 6 detained after gunshots fired in parking lot of Katy Mills Mall
Read full article: 3 teenagers hurt, 6 detained after gunshots fired in parking lot of Katy Mills MallThe Katy Police Department said a total of three teenagers were taken to the hospital after gunshots rang out in the parking lot of Katy Mills Mall Saturday.
1 hurt after shots fired in Katy Mills Mall parking lot; Katy PD chief: it’s ‘not an active-shooter situation’
Read full article: 1 hurt after shots fired in Katy Mills Mall parking lot; Katy PD chief: it’s ‘not an active-shooter situation’One person was hurt after shots were fired in the parking lot of Katy Mills Mall, according to Katy Police Chief J. Noe Diaz.