Nestled near the heart of Houston, Independence Heights carries a history as rich as its roots-built by resilience, strengthened by faith, and held together by a community determined to hold onto it’s identity and preserve its legacy.

A person was rushed to a hospital Friday morning after being stabbed in a road rage incident, according to Harris County Pct. 4 constable deputies.

Jonathan Morales is chasing something deep. He trains like a man who lives two lives—because he does.

Harris County Public Health released its 2015–2022 report on HIV and STI cases per ZIP code across the county.

If you haven’t gone to work yet today, make sure to throw on something red to support your Houston Rockets!

A well-known dumping site near the intersection of Buffalo Speedway and Holmes Road has become a persistent issue for local officials.

A string of burglaries targeting bars and restaurants across Harris County and surrounding areas have left business owners frustrated, fearful, and desperate for answers.

Surveillance video captured a bold and calculated theft at a Southeast Houston pet store this week, where three purebred puppies, a turtle, and hundreds of dollars in pet merchandise were stolen.

Two violent murder suspects from the northeast United States were taken into custody in the Houston area on Wednesday.

A man and woman in Houston have been charged for involvement in the killing of a man more than five months ago. The woman remains on the run.

If you’ve lived in Texas long enough, you’ve probably heard the phrase “Don’t Mess With Texas.”

Information from the public helped bring a Texas City man suspected of possessing child sexual abuse material to justice.

An event that’s all about empowering residents in Northeast Houston is taking place today at the Kashmere Multi-Service Center at 4802 Lockwood Drive in Kashmere Gardens.

What should you, the public, take into consideration when selecting a funeral home?

A 4-year-old bald eagle is recovering at the Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center after being rescued from the Neches River in late March.

A Houston Independent School District bus was involved in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon, according to Houston TranStar.

Officials in Houston are investigating an early morning car crash that left a woman dead and forced the closure of multiple lanes on Highway 290.

The state has officially ordered Liberty County Jail to shut down its facility due to reported “non-compliance issues” within the jail.

Dental care can be expensive — even for those with insurance.

In recent days, KPRC 2 has reported extensively on a southwest Houston funeral home after several bodies were found in disturbing conditions.

The Houston Rockets have solidified their spot in the NBA Playoffs, but they are still waiting for their opponent to be determined.

Two students were hospitalized at Deer Park High School after they were hit by a fellow student driving an SUV recklessly in the school’s parking lot.

A woman who was suspected of driving drunk while her two children were in the vehicle is now behind bars.

Residents of the Providence at Baytown apartment complex are speaking out about the deteriorating living conditions they say they’ve endured for years.

An elderly woman is receiving medical treatment after she was attacked by a rottweiler while walking her dog in northwest Houston.

There is a push in our backyard by State Senator Mayes Middleton to reconstruct how our state government looks and operates in the future. The approach is to not only save money for Texans, but also to make government more efficient in the Lone Star State.

Charges have been filed against three men who were driving a car that nearly struck a Houston Police Department officer, leading the officer to fire his gun at the vehicle.

A man is behind bars after law enforcement executed an arrest warrant Friday for multiple offenses committed in the surrounding areas of Harris County.

A man is behind bars after breaking into a woman’s home and firing his weapon early Friday morning in north Harris County, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

A man who was already wanted for a murder in 2024 has now been hit with three new charges after his dogs killed his neighbor during an attack on March 23 in northeast Houston, according to records.

Three people have been transported to a nearby hospital after being injured during a shooting in the Third Ward.

Houston police released surveillance photos of a suspect vehicle connected to the fatal shooting of a man Sunday morning

Houston-area officials have released new information surrounding the timeline of events that led to the death of former LSU football player Kyren Lacy.

A woman was killed while riding a bicycle in southwest Houston when she was hit by a car. The car fled the scene without stopping to help.

What was supposed to be a peaceful gathering in east Harris County ended in tragedy when someone opened fire in a crowded parking lot, leaving seven people shot. Tragically, one of the victims was killed.

Crash data from TXDOT supports residents fears that State Highway 242 in Montgomery County is a nightmare.

A stabbing is under investigation at a funeral home in southwest Houston after multiple deceased bodies were reportedly found in poor condition due to air conditioning issues, according to the family of one of the deceased.

An investigation is underway after a homeowner was pistol-whipped and robbed during a home invasion in Spring. It happened after he opened his door for a woman who set him up, according to Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

Emergency crews are responding to a gas line break in League City on Friday afternoon.

The owner of a construction company in Channelview has been arrested and charged Thursday after at least 14 tons of broken concrete and wood were dumped along the service road of Interstate-10 in 2023, according Harris County Constable Pct. 1.

Charges have been filed against a man and woman a year after the death of an infant boy who suffered from extensive injuries, according to the Houston Police Department.

A man from Los Angeles has pleaded guilty to wire fraud in a $12.5 million scam that victimized investors in the Southern District of Texas.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold an open house meeting at the Fifth Ward Multi-Service Center on Thursday to update residents on the agency’s testing related to cancer-causing chemicals in the area.

An Orange, Texas, man, who is a now-twice convicted armed kidnapper, has been sentenced to federal prison, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.

The man who fled the country when his girlfriend went missing in 2017 has now been sentenced to 36 years behind bars for her murder.

Let’s face it — grocery shopping feels more expensive than ever. You walk in for a few essentials and walk out wondering where your money went. Whether you’re shopping for one or feeding a whole family, groceries are a necessity — and prices are climbing.

The cost of produce has been rising over the last several years, so the idea of everyday goods becoming even more expensive can be overwhelming for many families already on a budget or living paycheck to paycheck.

Arianny Acedo didn’t cross the border illegally. She applied through the CBP One app, flew into the country from Chile with her husband, and began building a new life with the help of a sponsor — her sister in Houston. Like many others, she believed she had done everything right.

Judge Kelli Johnson has officially resumes her duties today as the elected judge of the 178th District Court, her attorney confirmed Wednesday.

A Houston-area woman found herself as the victim of a violent carjacking near Bush Intercontinental Airport. However, her strong will and quick thinking helped her defend herself and help get the suspected robber behind bars.

Officials in Houston are asking for the public’s help identifying the man behind an “April Fools’ Day” foiled bank robbery in southwest Houston. The man allegedly threatened his own family during the attempted heist.

Authorities in Harris County have uncovered a chop shop operating in the Houston area.

A car has been involved in a major wreck with a firetruck in Houston’s southside.

A man has been rushed to the hospital after he was shot in a Katy home.

But why? And for how long?

A recent study by the Texas Department of Health Services reveals that approximately 330,000 people are living in a cancer cluster in East Harris County. This cluster affects residents in a 250-square-mile area along the San Jacinto River.

A woman has been hospitalized after she was shot in the leg by a stray bullet while she sat on the couch in her home.

Two people were shot during an altercation involving multiple firearms and even a bow and arrow.

The Houston Astros have traded right-handed pitcher Rafael Montero to the Atlanta Braves.

Someone has been detained after being involved in a fatal stabbing on Houston’s northside.

A man who fled the country when his girlfriend went missing in 2017 has been found guilty of her murder after being extradited back to the United States over three years ago.

Charges are pending after police say a man was fatally stabbed on Monday by his live-in girlfriend in southwest Houston.

A Houston police officer injured in a crash was rushed to a local hospital Tuesday.

But why? And for how long?

A Richmond woman recently learned that she is not immune to the measles virus, despite receiving the vaccine nearly 60 years ago. KPRC 2 reporter Corley Peel spoke with a doctor who indicated that she may not be alone in this situation.

A fire broke out in Liberty County Jail that forced inmates to be evacuated from part of the facility.

Two people have been killed, and one has been injured in a shooting at a restaurant in northwest Houston.

On Monday, the Houston Cougars took on the Florida Gators in the men’s basketball NCAA National Championship game.

Ken Paxton’s office sent the letter to HISD Superintendent Mike Miles and the Board President Audrey Momanaee.

A single adoptive father of nine sons, accused of sexually abusing at least one of them, has now been hit with eight additional charges after more victims have come forward, according to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office.

But why? And for how long?

The Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division is asking for the public’s help to identify a Houston man responsible for an awkward aggravated robbery that resulted in a man falling on the floor, shooting a box of sodas and only leaving with a stolen case of beer.

The Houston Astros are calling up right-handed reliever Logan VanWey, a league source tells KPRC 2 Sports.

Officials in Frisco are warning the community against misinformation on social media surrounding the death of Austin Metcalf, a 17-year-old student at Frisco Memorial High School who was fatally stabbed by Karmelo Anthony, a fellow 17-year-old high school student at a track meet.

"We have fully cooperated with all regulatory agencies and swiftly implemented corrective actions after voluntarily pausing the program in March 2024," Memorial Hermann said in a statement. "The goal since then has always been to reactivate the program as quickly and as safely as possible."

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said a 76-year-old mother and her 50-year-old daughter were found dead in their home after what appears to be a murder-suicide.

A group called Ride Share United has organized a strike against Uber and Lyft at George Bush Intercontinental Airport this weekend.

A missing teen girl has been recovered and a wanted man was taken into custody after an hours long SWAT standoff at a north Houston motel Friday afternoon, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

A Houston woman is fighting an “adverse possession” lawsuit filed by a man she claims is squatting in a home that’s been in her family for 70 years.

Houston police are investigating the death of a man who was found dead after suffering blows to the head in the Montrose area.

A man is dead following a shooting in southwest Houston on Thursday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department.

With the conversation surrounding tariffs increase after President Trump recently announced a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries, along with higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade surpluses with the United States.

Investigators have announced charges stemming from a large criminal enterprise operating multiple illegal game rooms across Houston.

The Frisco community is voicing support for Austin Metcalf, a 17-year-old student at Frisco Memorial High School who was fatally stabbed by a fellow high school student at a track meet.

An investigation is underway after a man and woman were both found dead inside of an apartment Thursday morning, according to the Houston Police Department.

With Wednesday night’s victory over the Utah Jazz, the Houston Rockets have clinched a top six seed in the NBA playoffs and avoided the play-in tournament.

During a routine audit on Monday, the pill bottles were found to contain similar-looking over-the-counter medications instead, according to a letter to families shared with KPRC 2’s Bryce Newberry. The district confirmed Thursday that the nurse has been terminated.

In the latest round of soil sampling in Fifth Ward, test results show no immediate health risks to human health, according to a Union Pacific release.

A woman and her boyfriend have been arrested and charged after police say they tried to cover up abusing her child, according to the Tomball Police Department.

An investigation is underway at several game rooms across the Houston area on Wednesday.

Authorities found Winsolon Trahan's remains inside his vehicle days after firefighters found it on fire. He was reported missing the day before.

A Minnesota family visiting Galveston for spring break was taken aback by the condition of their vacation rental.

A 12-year-old girl is missing after she reportedly ran away from home late Tuesday afternoon.

A medication mix-up at a Klein ISD elementary school has raised serious questions after a mother tells KPRC 2 her twin boys’ prescription ADHD medication disappeared just days after she delivered a fresh, 30-day supply.

On Monday, KPRC 2 Investigates revealed at least nine criminal complaints filed with Harris County District Attorney’s Office in connection to the Houston Independent School District’s taxpayer-funded rollout of last year’s massive $4-billion-dollar bond election.

That journey hit a setback this week when she discovered someone had stolen her generator — a key component of her operation.

Authorities are seeking out additional victims after a man was arrested for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman in Conroe. Unbeknownst to the suspect, the attack was captured on video.

A 1-year-old baby was rushed to a hospital Tuesday afternoon following a dog attack, according to Baytown Police Department.

The Texas Senate has passed a bill that will crack down on organized fuel theft rings across the state.

It was in early February that KPRC 2 Investigates first exposed potential electioneering by the Houston Independent School District during last year’s controversial bond election.