The Houston City Council has confirmed the appointment of Thomas Muñoz as the new Fire Department Chief, replacing Sam Peña, and Noe Diaz as the new Police Department Chief, succeeding Troy Finner. Muñoz brings over 26 years of experience and a commitment to improving safety for all residents. Diaz, with 23 years in law enforcement, including time as a Texas Ranger, promises servant leadership and community engagement. Exciting changes are ahead for Houston's first responders! 🚒🚓 What are your thoughts on the new appointments? Let us know in the comments!

Houston Mayor John Whitmire held a press conference Friday afternoon to introduce the city’s new Fire Department Chief, Thomas Muñoz, will replace current chief Sam Peña.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire confirmed to KPRC 2 Investigates on Friday morning that a new Houston Fire Department Chief, Thomas Muñoz, will replace the current chief Sam Peña.

“Unfortunately, he chose to retire and he knows why he chose to retire,” Whimire said during an exclusive interview with KPRC 2 Investigates reporter Mario Diaz. “I’m not going to get into a public debate with Troy Finner. I don’t think it’s appropriate.

President Joe Biden had a trip to Houston planned in response to Hurricane Beryl.

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Houston Mayor John Whitmire responds to corruption charges against seven people in a city water line repair scandal uncovered during KPRC 2's 'DRAINED' investigation.

The mayor has just signed a disaster declaration for the City of Houston following the devastating storms that hit the area. This will allow for additional resources and support for storm recovery. #HoustonWeather #SevereWeather #Houston #DisasterRecovery

Mayor John Whitmire issues the first report from his independent review panel, including recommendations on far-reaching procedural changes for the Houston Police Department

“Me and Troy were good friends," Mayor John Whitmire said during a press conference Wednesday. "Me and Chief Finner were close friends.”

In a surprising turn of events, Chief Troy Finner has stepped down as Houston PD's top cop, with Mayor John Whitmire appointing Executive Assistant Chief Larry Satterwhite to serve as interim chief.

The woman at the helm of Houston Public Works (HPW) and the center of KPRC 2 Investigates 2-year-long DRAINED investigation into outrageous water bills, is stepping down.

If you haven’t received your April water bill from the City of Houston, you may be pleasantly surprised. Several customers reached out to Investigative reporter Amy Davis curious about why they received credits to their bills. We are explaining why water customers are getting money back and what to look for on your own bill.

Early voting for Texas Senate District 15 & Harris County Appraisal District begins Monday, April 22

This week, Houston mayor John Whitmire rolled out a temporary fix for inaccurate water bill complaints.

KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Mario Diaz questioned Whimire about the committee he appointed to investigate the Houston Police Department and if they will hold all the leaders of the department accountable, including chief Troy Finner who admitted to knowing about the suspended sexual assault cases since 2021.

What was meant to be an evening for Houstonians to break bread with local dignitaries during soon turned heated after demonstrators spoke out during Mayor Whitmire’s speech.

Ramadan began earlier this week, however the conflict in Gaza appears to have made tears in the sacred fabric of the Islamic holy month.

Historic Agreement Reached for Houston Firefighters! Mayor John Whitmire and the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association have announced a groundbreaking deal, putting an end to the longstanding pay issue. #HoustonFirefighters #HistoricAgreement

Joining forces to uncover the truth! Mayor John Whitmire has announced the formation of an Independent Review Committee to investigate the suspended cases scandal involving the Houston Police Department.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire tells KPRC 2 Investigates Mario Diaz why he has faith in Chief Finner.

During a city council meeting on Wednesday, newly-elected John Whitmire decided not to vote on a major agenda item this week, which involves a $2 million investment to help Fifth Ward residents being impacted by cancer clusters.