Did you know that Houston loses a staggering 32 billion gallons of water annually due to leaks?

For the first time in five years, the City of Houston will have postseason basketball!

According to the health department, the infant, who was unvaccinated, was exposed to measles during international travel.

Houston is offering voluntary buyouts to retirement-eligible employees to tackle budget challenges while avoiding layoffs.

On Wednesday, the Houston community was shocked to learn of the sudden passing of U.S. Congressman and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner.

As the City of Houston continues to mourn the loss of U.S. Representative Sylvester Turner, we’re taking a brief look back on key moments during his tenure as mayor.

Sylvester Turner's tenure as Houston's mayor was marked by significant initiatives and challenges.

A soggy situation in a neighborhood east of downtown Houston.

As the 2025 Houston Rodeo gears up, health officials are raising concerns about a measles outbreak in Texas.

For the first time in years, Americans are in the midst of an outbreak of the measles virus. Earlier this week, an unvaccinated child in Texas was the first person to die from the virus in a decade, and more than 100 people have confirmed infections.

Step into the heart of Freedmen’s Town and explore a blend of history and creativity at the newly repurposed RowHouse galleries.

Freedmen’s Town, Houston’s historic heart of African American culture, is getting a fresh breath of life!

Houston City Council will have to vote on increasing the maximum contract for legal services to defend the city and Art Acevedo for what happened during the deadly Harding Street Raid in 2019.

We hear from customers frustrated over surprise water bills. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is following up on the city’s plan to address meter issues uncovered by the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. Davis has an update on meter replacements and customer usage.

“I visited three warming centers Wednesday night,” Mayor Whitmire said. “The operation was efficient and welcoming."

Danielle Hurts, the only City of Houston employee ordered to pay restitution in the water line criminal corruption case, is asking for help. She’s seeking donations through a GoFundMe account. Hurts is one of 7 people indicted in the corruption scandal first uncovered in the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation.

The first phase of Houston’s water bill improvement plan is nearing completion. However, instead of improvements, many customers are reporting higher bills than before the mayor’s promised changes.

When Houston Mayor John Whitmire was elected, he promised a citywide audit to identify waste and inefficiencies. The results are now in, and they reveal significant areas for improvement.

The final person indicted in the Houston waterline contract corruption scandal has reached a plea deal. Seven people were indicted in total after a years-long KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation exposed widespread corruption in repair contracts.

Guilty pleas this week for several people indicted in the Houston waterline contract corruption scandal.

Residents reached out to KPRC 2 via our Help Desk, saying they have sent multiple reports to Houston Public Works, but to no avail.

In Houston, a grandmother named Mrs. Batres experienced a life-changing transformation thanks to the kindness of her community. After losing her husband and facing the challenges of caring for her son in an unlivable home, the City of Houston's Home Repair Program rebuilt her house.

Keep Houston green and healthy! A look at the Galveston Bay Estuary Program and the Houston Parks and Recreation Department's efforts in revitalizing the natural habitat.

Millions of people live in the City of Houston. Inevitably, eventually someone is going to have a problem they will need help taking care of.

A leader in the Sunnyside community and advocate of the Sunnyside Solar Farm, Efrem Jernigan, has passed away on Janaury 21 after a years long battle with cancer. He was 62.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is a man of his word. He’s sending some of Houston’s best food to Kansas City after the Chiefs’ big win and making sure that the people who made it all possible get a plate.

Following an Arctic blast in Houston, the city decided to close eight warming centers at noon, leaving two open overnight to continue supporting those in need.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is back in full swing after Tuesday’s winter storm caused a city-wide shutdown of air travel.

A winter storm has left Houston's roads extremely hazardous with snow and ice, prompting officials to advise residents to avoid driving if possible.

In light of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and two inclement weather days, the City of Houston's Solid Waste Management Department announced when it will be picking up everyone's trash this week.

The City of Houston is preparing for the potential impacts of an incoming winter storm, which has prompted the decision to close its airports.

If you’re driving in Texas and winter weather hits, you might wonder about the rules for using tire chains. Let’s break it down in simple terms so you can stay safe and legal on the road.

Houston has found itself in the bullseye of the winter storm threatening to drop several inches of snow and wintry mix on states known for their mild winters.

Houston, brace yourselves for a possible winter wonderland next week! But does Houston have the right equipment to handle it.

ParkHouston has issued a warning about a scam involving text messages that falsely claim recipients owe money for unpaid parking tickets.

It's not quite the Shakespeare line, but it's the question on many Houston-area residents' minds as the freeze heads toward our area. So should you drip or not drip your faucets. This is what we know.

As Houston faces the possibility of snow and freezing temperatures next week, the Houston Independent School District (HISD) is closely monitoring the situation.

Scammers are back at it again, this time they’re taking advantage of Houston’s annoying parking situation. Don't fall for it.

As cold and flu season ramps up, one local doctor wants you to know about a link between AFib and COVID-19. It’s a type of irregular heartbeat that can lead to blood clots, stroke, and other heart-related issues.

Harris County Pct. 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia announced Friday the county has been awarded a $2 million grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) through its Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program.

A Houston Community College student is struggling with the financial burden of an unusually high water bill, recently discovered that for the past two years, he may have been paying for his neighbor’s water usage instead of his own.

The Houston Fire Department says a firefighter who has served the city since 2003 has died after suffering a medical emergency over the holidays.

Potholes have long been a persistent problem for drivers in Houston.

It's unfortunately a part of driving in Houston, so here's what you should know if/when your car hits a pothole.

The Houston Fire Department was called just before 5:30 a.m. for an apartment complex on fire, and a mayday call was initiated after 3 firefighters were hurt.

Clearly posted house numbers are essential for safety and efficient service in Houston, Harris County, and areas managed by Homeowners' Associations (HOAs).

This week, we're exploring this additional hike CenterPoint Energy wants you to pay on your monthly bill.

BARC Animal Shelter, in partnership with Houston PetSet, is hosting a one-day event today, Jan. 5, offering free dog houses and straw to Houston residents at the BARC Wellness Center to help protect pets from cold weather.

Maurice Calvin Turner, 49, was arrested on January 5, 2025, in Houston for allegedly impersonating a city official to defraud a local resident by offering to paint her curb address for payment

Houston Police are at the scene of a deadly shooting on the northeast side of town Thursday.

Houston Police are at the scene of a deadly shooting on the northeast side of town Thursday.

The mayor has said from day one that public safety has been a huge focus for him as mayor.

Whitmire is nearing the end of his first year in office and spoke on a variety of topics with Goulding.

On the final day of 2024, Houston Mayor John Whitmire sat down for a one-on-one interview with KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding.

Six tips for pet owners as Houstonians get ready to celebrate the new year with fireworks.

HISD officials acknowledged that 118 of the district's 274 schools are near railroad crossings. Nine of those have particularly hazardous conditions, with Milby High School being one of the most at-risk campuses.

The FBI Houston Field Office has launched a federal civil rights investigation to seek more victims of a Houston park ranger accused targeting members of the LGBTQ community by demanding money or sexual favors in exchange for not being arrested at Cullen Park.

“We don’t want to ban short-term rentals because that would be illegal and unconstitutional," Houston Council Member Julian Ramirez said. "What we want to do is get at the bad actors, the folks who are not following the rules."

If you’re looking to take in some festive displays without spending a dime, here are the best spots in the city where you can enjoy the lights

With just over a week until Thanksgiving Day, the City of Houston is looking for the community’s help as it gears up for another fun-filled holiday parade.

In a city with one of the largest Muslim populations and Spanish speakers, it's only fitting Spanish-speaking Islamic education center called Centro Islamico would exist in Houston. But Latino/Hispanic Muslims in America have been around longer than you might know.

Houston’s City Council has approved Walkable Places and Special Parking Area designations for Park Eight Place. With safer streetscapes and reduced parking requirements, Park Eight Place aims to create a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly hub.

Thanksgiving hasn’t even passed, but the City of Houston is already excited to announce plans for its annual holiday tradition.

A recent fatal crash where a 91-year-old man was hit and killed by a vehicle in a poorly lit area of Alief have many asking how can one prevent such things from happening.

KPRC 2′s investigative team has been named a finalist for the prestigious DuPont-Columbia Award for their hard-hitting series “DRAINED,” which uncovered severe issues within the Houston water department.

The election is over and with it are those campaign commercials, phone calls and even the mailers that show up at your front door.

A visibly distraught Chief Munoz said Marcelo Garcia served with HFD for 10 years, the last six of which were with Station 23. “Please keep the Garcia family in your prayers, keep the Houston Fire Department in your prayers as we mourn the loss of our brother,” he said.

The dream of homeownership quickly turned into a nightmare for the Mounts family when they discovered a hidden hazard in their new home in the College Park subdivision of Deer Park.

As CenterPoint Energy continues to work on upgrading its infrastructure after the fallout of its Hurricane Beryl response, one Houston-area woman is worried the energy company might be cutting corners.

What you should know about the terminal upgrades before you're council member makes their vote.

The focus of our request were those emails tied to the nearly $2 billion dollar United Airlines project at Bush Intercontinental Airport’s Terminal B.

Texans co-founder, senior chair to be honored

The city of Houston says it is aware that the 311 service line has been out for several hours since Monday afternoon.

Houston police say a woman and child are safe and unharmed after being kidnapped by a man, who initiated a chase and was ultimately shot and killed on I-69 Monday afternoon.

Houston is rich with football history. From Earl Campbell’s legendary career with the Oilers, to Andre Ware’s Heisman-winning campaign with the Cougars, to the birth of the NFL’s youngest franchise in the Texans, the City of Houston has a multitude of stories to tell from the gridiron.

Patrece Lee, the ex-Houston city manager, is at the center of a corruption investigation involving city water contracts.

Residents had been battling the eyesore for months, reaching out to the city through 311, but had seen little to no action until KPRC 2 intervened.

Think of the position as the city's Chief Financial Officer.

In the aftermath of Mayor John Whitmire calling out City Controller Chris Hollins over alleged “pay to play” conflicts for an upcoming conference, KPRC 2 is looking into how the City will hold its chief financial officer accountable.

The news conference is expected to be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, where Mayor Whitmire will address the allegations and his plan to ensure "transparency and accountability."

A 41-year-old man is facing multiple charges after leading League City police on a chase which went into the City of Houston Wednesday.

The City of Houston has voted not to raise property taxes.

Governor Greg Abbott has announced a $50 million emergency fund to help Texans recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho storm.

Residents of a northwest Houston neighborhood are tired of living next to a vacant home that has become a neighborhood eyesore and nuisance.

Families displaced from four flood-prone apartment complexes in Houston may be eligible for federal relocation assistance, but many are still unaccounted for, with hundreds of residents yet to claim the aid they’re entitled to under federal law.

A Spring Branch family is calling for assistance after enduring years of frustration with an abandoned property next to their home.

Nearly three months after Hurricane Beryl left more than two million CenterPoint Energy customers in the dark, the Public Utility Commission (PUC) wants to hear directly from Houston residents.

Houston will start towing and impounding non-permitted pedicabs on October 1 due to safety concerns and complaints from major venues like NRG Park and Minute Maid Park.

Gerald Goines, an ex-Houston narcotics officer, has been found guilty of felony murder in the 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.

The City of Houston has unveiled plans to demolish 12 abandoned homes connected to a controversial landlord who was at the center of KPRC 2 reports earlier this year.

Houston ISD has reversed its decision to not allow the Waltrip High School band to perform at the 2025 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans after Houston Mayor John Whitmire offered a police escort for the band.

Houston is preparing possibly dealing with budget challenges in the next fiscal year due to the expenses from the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl, totaling $39.9M, without federal assistance.

The saying ‘good fences make good neighbors,’ is keenly on the minds of a Third Ward family currently in a property dispute with neighboring property developers. The problem stems over the installation of a new fence.

A teenager drowned after police say they climbed a fence around a City of Houston park pool and got in.

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Over half of Houston’s residents are renters, many living in apartment complexes scattered across the city. For those who pay their water bill to their landlord rather than directly to the water department, disputing discrepancies in the bill can become a complex and frustrating process.

The FBI Houston Field Office has launched a federal civil rights investigation to seek more victims of a Houston park ranger accused targeting members of the LGBTQ community by demanding money or sexual favors in exchange for not being arrested at Cullen Park.

In less than two weeks, former Houston Police Department Narcotics Officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. Get to know the key defense attorneys who will play pivotal roles in this significant Harris County trial, including Nicole Deborde Hochglaube, Molly Bagshaw, Corey Fawcett, George "Mac" Secrest, and William Reagan Wynn.

Who is responsible for picking up utility mess debris left behind? KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis works to find answers to your questions.

From June 2023 to June 2024, more than 60,000 calls have been made to 911 within 300 feet of a short-term rental.