Firefighters across the Houston area are responding to a troubling number of fires at vacant and unsecured buildings. It’s a trend officials say poses risks to neighborhoods and first responders alike.
This week’s revelation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas, implicating four rideshare drivers in separate kidnapping and sexual assault incidents, has naturally raised safety concerns for passengers.
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office arrested an off-duty Houston police officer after they say he was seen racing a vehicle on the Grand Parkway with his child in the back seat.
Retired Texas Ranger James B. Holland spent more than 26 years investigating violent crimes across Texas, earning a reputation for his ability to get suspects to talk.
As federal kidnapping charges move forward against four Uber drivers accused of sexually assaulting passengers across the Houston area, court records are beginning to reveal details about each case.
A Florida woman wanted for a fundraising scam targeting a Hill Country flood victim is now in custody. Maitlin White faces two counts of online impersonation for allegedly posing as the family of Chloe Childress.
A 15-year-old student is back at school after being attacked on his way to class at the Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, according to HISD officials.
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely used across Houston, from downtown and the Heights to the suburbs. While they offer convenience, safety experts say riders should stay alert and take precautions before every trip, especially when riding alone or at night.
One month after footage went viral showing rats crawling around in the produce section at a Walmart grocery store in Humble went viral, it seems the rodents are back at the same location in full force.
A woman was arrested after allegedly throwing a weighted plate at another woman’s head at a 24 Hour Fitness in Houston, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.
Texans applied for thousands of personalized license plates in 2025, but nearly 2,000 were stopped by the state before they could ever be bolted onto a bumper.
As the Houston area continues to grapple with the issue of homelessness, grassroots groups are stepping in to meet needs many say the city has been slow to address.
A man was found dead in the middle of the street in southwest Houston on Friday morning in what officers believe was a hit-and-run crash.
Baytown Police and Texas EquuSearch conducted multiple searches Wednesday night in the ongoing investigation of missing woman Kalie Goodwin.
If you are eating better, moving more but still hitting a wall health and fitness expert Dr. Ian Smith explains why weight loss plateaus happen and why the last 15 pounds can be the hardest to lose. He's sharing his his new book 'The Last 15' that can help reset your metabolism in just seven weeks.
Some of Houston's youngest voices are stepping up in a big way. Fourth and fifth graders from HISD are delivering original speeches inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We met fourth grader Stormii Olezene and learned how her message of hope is already making an impact at the 30th annual Foley MLK Jr. Oratory competition
From spoiled groceries to dark houses and no AC — we’ve all felt the frustration of losing power. Let GenPro.com help you before the power goes out.
A 55-year-old man in custody at the Harris County Jail died at St. Joseph Hospital Wednesday after experiencing a medical emergency.
Several vehicles in the Highland Village shopping center were damaged after a driver in a stolen vehicle crashed into them at the end of a police chase Thursday.
The State of Texas settled a lawsuit with Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. and Wharton County Foods, LLC, requiring them to donate 37,000 dozen eggs to food banks in the Houston and Southeast Texas region. The lawsuit accused the companies of price gouging during the COVID-19 pandemic, though they admitted no wrongdoing. As part of the settlement, the companies must comply with a 10-year injunction against excessive pricing during declared disasters.
Firefighters have responded to the scene where a hotel has caught on fire in the Channelview-area.
Authorities from the FBI, Houston Police Department and area sheriff’s offices will outline a new crackdown on rideshare-related crimes at a press conference in downtown Houston.
If your goal is to eat healthier, the founder of Leaf & Grain offers mindful eating tips and a pesto vinaigrette recipe to help you start strong.
Un incendio en los apartamentos Maison de Ville en el norte de Houston dañó 10 unidades y dejó a varias familias desplazadas; autoridades investigan la causa.
It’s a question many Houston parents are quietly asking, is HISD still the right place for my child? New internal numbers obtained by KPRC 2 reveal more than 8,300 students left the district this school year.
Drivers heading into downtown Houston this weekend will see growing traffic disruptions as crews begin closing streets ahead of the MLK Unity Parade on Monday.
A large fire tore through the Maison De Ville apartments near Greens Road this morning, damaging at least 10 units and forcing multiple families out of their homes.
Houston Police say a man is in the hospital after being shot by another man at an apartment complex in Sunnyside.
A Houston Texans football player was the victim of an armed robbery that led to a police pursuit, a major crash involving patrol vehicles, and the arrest of a suspect now facing multiple felony charges.
New METRO data shows crime trending down despite rising ridership, as the agency plans to increase unarmed security and law enforcement partnerships.
A viral TikTok challenge is raising alarms among law enforcement after kids were caught on camera kicking strangers’ doors in the Heights neighborhood.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration forecasts the strongest four-year growth in U.S. electricity demand since 2000, driven largely by rising power needs from data centers and other large computing facilities.
We're back In The kitchen with Kroger. In 2026, wellness is getting a much-needed reset. It's no longer about cutting everything out or chasing extremes. Kroger pharmacist and wellness specialist Derek David showed us how small, everyday choices can lead to better energy, better health, and habits you can actually keep.
The Mix-MATCH Festival returns to Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, featuring 23 performances and art installations all in one day. One of the highlights includes Daisies & Pancakes, bringing their unique style blending art and dance on roller skates.
A man has been charged, accused of fatally shooting another man who he believed had his kidnapped daughter in his car at a Houston gas station on Christmas Day.
Days after Johnny Ray Green was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and sexual assaulting a Spring ISD 10th grader, the 43-year-old has been charged with an additional felony.
A Houston man has been charged with felony arson after being accused of starting the fire that burned down an abandoned church Monday.
The Houston Avenue bridge that has long been a subject of discussion among Houstonians has been hit by an oversized truck for the first time in 2026.
Rising property taxes got you worried? Houston homeowners may be able to delay part of their bill with a tax deferral from the Harris Central Appraisal District. The program lets you pay taxes on last year’s value plus any new improvements, while postponing the rest — but interest still applies.
Officials at the University of Houston are asking students to be on high alert after a woman was robbed at gunpoint on the campus early Wednesday morning.
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud fumbled five times, losing two against Steelers and threw one interception, but rallied back from miscues to excel on third downs
Houston police said a burglary suspect had to be tased and hospitalized after he threw a brick through a window, ran across the Katy Freeway, and threatened to kill himself.
Spring ISD police believe there could be more possible victims after arresting a convicted felon for reportedly sexually assaulting and kidnapping a 15-year-old girl.
More than a year after construction on an affordable housing project was halted over safety concerns, Houston Mayor John Whitmire and the Houston Housing Authority are expected to provide updates on the $146 million development.
The question many workers, nearby residents, and shoppers want to know on Wednesday is if Memorial City Mall will reopen today after being evacuated and shut down on Tuesday due to an ammonia leak at the ice skating rink.
Houston residents and community groups spoke to raise concerns about ICE enforcement practices, detentions without warrants, and the recent fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good.
A boarded-up home with no water and no electricity sits still in Houston’s Third Ward, where longtime property owner Dr. Willie Mae Lewis says her family’s land has been at the center of a dispute for more than a decade.
The southbound lanes of Beltway 8, the Sam Houston Tollway, are currently shut down as fire crews respond to a 18-wheeler which caught fire.
The starting gun echoed across downtown Houston, and then the crowd surged forward—thousands of runners spilling into the streets, chasing finish lines and personal records.
City leaders and investigators are raising questions about how an abandoned church in north Houston was secured before a fire burned through the property near I-45 and Parker Road.
The Memorial City Mall has been evacuated for the second time in weeks following an ammonia leak at the ice skating rink, according to the Houston Fire Department.
A Spring man with multiple felony convictions has been taken into custody and charged with kidnapping and sexually assaulting a Spring ISD high school student last September.
Houston's job market is expanding with major companies, creating a demand for skilled professionals. For those without a college degree, there are affordable and free career-development programs available both online and in Houston to help individuals start their careers.
He has written more than 60 books, hosted history channel shows, and helped recover a missing 9/11 flag. Now, he's sharing his latest book with us. New york times best selling author Brad Meltzer talks "The Viper" plus more on where to meet him tonight.
For many families, returning to the classroom after winter and summer breaks can bring more than new backpacks and fresh notebooks, it can bring nerves.
Known for our boots, cowboy hats and bbq, the Lone Star state has been a hot commodity, but especially so in recent years. But... one city in particular is better than the rest, or so this study shows.
The American Cancer Society is releasing its 2026 annual Cancer Facts & Figures report on Tuesday, and for the first time, the five-year relative survival rate for all cancers combined has reached 70%, a historic milestone in the fight against cancer.
New court records are shedding light on the criminal history of the man accused of robbing a credit union on the University of Houston campus.
A driver is dead Tuesday morning after police say he got into an accident with a wrecker driver on the Katy Freeway Monday night.
Celebrate the new year with Master Magician Curt Miller as he returns to Houston with his immersive show "The Conjurer: An Intimate Magical Experience." Find out where you can see him before all the tickets magically disappear.
One person has been detained after another person was shot outside a gas station in the Fifth Ward Monday.
Not everyone wants to sit in a classroom for four years, and for some careers that isn’t necessary. The Electrician Career Academy at Trio Education offers a fast-track, hands-on program designed to get students working in a high-demand field.
In December, 2 Investigates was the first to report on problems within the City of Humble’s Police Department.
A 17-year-old accused in a deadly shooting on a METRO bus made his first appearance in court Monday morning. A judge ordered Brayden Smith to be held without bond.
Whether you need a tune-up or a new timing belt, when the repair shop tells you how much the job will cost, most of us have no idea if it's a fair price.
The Houston Texans are back in the postseason for the third straight year, heading to a frigid and chaotic Pittsburgh environment to take on Mike Tomlin, Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers.
Baytown is officially moving forward with the ExxonMobil Baytown Events Center, a new multi-purpose venue designed to bring concerts, sports tournaments, and community events closer to home. The City Council on Jan 8 approved Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture to lead the design of the project.
The man who authorities have linked to an armed robbery at a bank on the University of Houston campus last week has also been charged related to a violent kidnapping, sexual assault and attempted robbery last month.
New details are emerging in the investigation into a bank robbery on the University of Houston campus after a suspect was taken into custody.
January is often about starting fresh, so, we're talking tea as a daily ritual to help you center and refresh. We met Houston entrepreneur and certified tea specialist Jasmine Oliver about how the simple act of enjoying a cup of tea helped her begin her own health journey.
The fire was first reported to KPRC 2 by a caller at around 1 p.m. Monday. The impacted building is located in the 6500 block of the North Freeway.
A new neighborhood restaurant, but this one comes with serious culinary credentials. Chef Bryan Caswell is back in the spotlight with the Memorial-area restaurant Latuli. We learned from him why this project is so special. Plus, a chicken and dumpling recipe from the menu that you'll want to add to your dinner rotation.
Houston’s Southern District filed 200 immigration and border security cases in the first week of 2026, targeting illegal entry, felony reentry, and human smuggling.
Texas health regulators are considering sweeping changes that could dramatically reshape the hemp-derived THC industry, and many small business owners say the cost alone could put them out of business.
After being stuck in a sewer for several days, a man was finally rescued, according to the Ponderosa Fire Department and Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.
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