As the coldest temperatures of the season hit Houston, community groups are stepping up to keep our most vulnerable neighbors warm and safe.
A cold front is moving through Southeast Texas, bringing with it the chance of severe thunderstorms.
As drought conditions creep back into southeast Texas, fire danger is also increasing, prompting multiple counties in the area to issue burn bans.
A cold front is moving through Southeast Texas, bringing with it the chance of heavy thunderstorms.
We’re tracking another air quality alert and Ozone Action Day in Houston, Galveston, and Brazoria areas. Ozone is vital for blocking UV rays in the upper atmosphere, but at ground level, it harms our air, health, and environment.
Gov. Greg Abbott has announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of heavy rain expected to impact the state through Labor Day weekend.
The numbers may grow as the state collects more data. Some districts adopted the plan not for its religious emphasis but for more funding and to better align with teaching requirements.
Texas is making strides to improve mental health care access for children through the Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHATT) program, a state-funded initiative launched in 2019.
The Texas Rangers have formally released the names of those who died and the two who still remain missing after the devastating July 4 flood event on the Guadalupe River in Kerr County.
Law enforcement agencies across Southeast Texas are raising alarms about a rising crime known as jugging. This crime involves criminals watching people at banks or ATMs, then following them to rob them at another location.
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations Houston field office and FBI Houston announced Thursday the creation of a Homeland Security Task Force in Houston to target growing threats from transnational criminal organizations in Southeast Texas.
A tropical system near Florida is expected to move into the Gulf, bringing rain and potential flooding to Houston and the Gulf Coast. KPRC 2’s meteorologist explains what to expect as the week unfolds.
Burn bans and firework restrictions are a regular headline when we’ve had a dry spring and summer. But not in 2025! This year, there are no burn bans in East Texas!
The storms have cleared out of Southeast Texas, but CenterPoint and Entergy crews are still working to restore power to thousands of customers across the area. You can track real-time outage numbers and restoration updates below.
The governor also shared a video on social media as he signed a law for law enforcement officials at the protests "to ensure they can use every tool available to combat criminals without being targeted by rogue prosecutors."
The Houston Food Bank, a vital lifeline for thousands of families across Southeast Texas, is facing significant food shortages following the end of two major federal programs that once supported its food purchasing efforts.
The Houston Police Department will increase its starting salary to $81,600 annually beginning July 1, making it the highest-paying law enforcement agency in the region.
A strong cold front is approaching Houston, expected to bring scattered light showers in the afternoon and potentially severe storms during the evening commute.
Severe storms are impacting southeast Texas, and Click2Houston is encouraging residents to share photos and videos of the weather conditions through their Click2Pins.
Severe storms are impacting southeast Texas, and Click2Houston is encouraging residents to share photos and videos of the weather conditions through their Click2Pins.
Molina Healthcare of Texas and the YMCA of Southeast Texas have partnered together to host a unique Easter egg hunt experience today for young swimmers.
Entergy says the project is essential to meeting the growing power demand in Southeast Texas. Residents however, say it will impact their way of life
A strong cold front is approaching Houston, expected to bring scattered light showers in the afternoon and potentially severe storms during the evening commute.
In the past, we’ve used the DC-10 air tanker to battle major fires, so one viewer asked KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez why it wasn't used during the Pauline Road Fire. Here's what he had to say:
The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Thursday due to what they described as "fire weather conditions across SE Texas"
The Houston Fire Department is preparing for a possible wildfire outbreak in all areas along and west of I-45. However, some fire danger exists as far east as the I-45 corridor, following a Red Flag Warning issued on Tuesday.
The National Weather Service issued the first-ever blizzard warning for parts of the Gulf Coast, including Beaumont, as a winter storm swept through the area.
Amid an insane year of natural disasters in Texas, dozens of tornadoes were reported the day after Christmas. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
After more than a month of dry weather, we finally have some rainfall in Southeast Texas! We have a lot of moisture in our atmosphere (thanks, SE winds) so when it rains, it POURS!
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a $50 million emergency fund to help Texans recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho storm.
A woman who attempted to rent several properties in Southeast Texas using a stolen identity has plead guilt.
IF you’ve lived in Houston or Southeast Texas for any period of time, chances are you have probably noticed the small green lizards known as the Green Anole.
Wednesday saw less rainfall in the area, but that looks to change starting Thursday morning as more tropical moisture gets funneled into Southeast Texas from the Gulf of Mexico.
Sunday marks seven years since Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas.
Seven years ago to the day, Hurricane Harvey made landfall along the Middle Texas Coast near Port Aransas, unleashing devastating winds to parts of the state and catastrophic flooding to other parts, including the Houston area.
With the heat comes the continued possibility of encountering our slithery neighbors, snakes.
If this is your first full summer in Southeast Texas, congratulations! You’ve almost made it to the beginning of the end.
As part of the Heartland of America Tour, Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 will be coming to Texas with multiple stops, including three in Southeast Texas.
LIVE WATCH PARTY: Team USA!🏅 Young gymnasts watch Simone Biles, other Houston athletes perform at 2024 Paris Olympics
A rising number of heat-related deaths in Texas among residents who lost power during Hurricane Beryl has pushed the number of storm fatalities to at least 36.
One multiyear study, analyzed the data of 125,012 deadly crashes over 6 years, found that 34% of those accidents happened during "active rain"
Was your fence damaged during Hurricane Beryl? Are you confused about who's supposed to cover the cost? You, your neighbor or insurance? Well, we did the homework for you and here's what we found out:
Entergy Texas says their crews are nearing the end of restoration efforts related to Hurricane Beryl.
Following Hurricane Beryl, reports have come in about Houston residents experiencing price gouging on essential items like gas, food, and hotel accommodations.
There are so many reasons to move to Houston, such as the cost of living, the atmosphere, the food, jobs, low taxes, diversity, homes, tech and so much more on that long list -- but we are full, signed a frustrated Houstonian.
Acting Governor Dan Patrick announced Tuesday, one day after Hurricane Beryl ravaged through Southeast Texas, President Joe Biden has approved his request to declare federal emergency disaster declaration for the state of Texas.
Following Hurricane Beryl’s aftermath across Southeast Texas, approximately 217,000 Entergy Texas customers are without power
As Hurricane Beryl approaches, Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez reports that Southeast Texas is already experiencing significant rainfall from the storm’s outer bands.
Southeast Texas is gearing up for an active weather year, and a little preparation can make a big difference. From trimming trees and gathering supplies to staying safe indoors and assessing damage post-storm, these guidelines could save lives.
There are so many reasons to move to Houston, such as the cost of living, the atmosphere, the food, jobs, low taxes, diversity, homes, tech and so much more on that long list -- but we are full, signed a frustrated Houstonian.