Stephania Jimenez, an accomplished journalist with nearly two decades of experience, will join KPRC 2 as our evening main anchor for the 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts, effective January 19, 2026.

A student at a high school in Baytown was hospitalized after being stabbed during an alleged fight on campus.

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For many families ready to adopt a dog or cat, the search starts on Petfinder, an online platform that lists adoptable pets from shelters and rescues nationwide. But several Houston-area rescue groups say a recent change to Petfinder’s search filters is making their animals harder to find and is already cutting into adoptions.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against five major television manufacturers, accusing them of secretly spying on Texans by tracking what they watch inside their homes.

Residents living in a northwest Harris County trailer community of over 150 families say they have been without gas service for nearly two weeks, leaving them unable to heat their homes, cook meals, or take hot showers.

With recent attacks still fresh in people’s minds, many are wondering what to do if they encounter an aggressive dog — and how to recognize warning signs before it’s too late.

While fentanyl has caused hundreds of thousands of deaths in the U.S., advocates emphasize that death is not the only tragic outcome. Survivors often face permanent, life-altering brain damage.

A search is underway for a 13-year-old boy who went missing Saturday in northwest Harris County.

Viewer records video showing rats on fresh produce at Humble Walmart

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A woman was injured after being kicked by a camel during a Christmas performance at Champion Forest Baptist Church. Footage of the incident was shared on Facebook by Grizzy’s Hood News.

A Houston man accused of an aggravated robbery and carjacking was taken into custody Tuesday morning following a lengthy police pursuit that spanned multiple parts of the city.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed the App Store Accountability Act yesterday, mandating stricter controls on mobile app marketplaces to protect minors from online predators and safeguard their personal data.

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A Baytown police officer reportedly fatally struck a pedestrian on Highway 164 in Shoreacres area, according to Baytown Police Department.

Parents are demanding answers after Pasadena police confirmed an investigation into alleged sexual assault at a local child care center.

Hollywood and fans around the world are mourning the deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, after authorities said the couple was found stabbed to death in their Brentwood home and their youngest son was arrested in connection with the killings.

Joe Ely, a legendary Texas singer-songwriter whose career spanned more than five decades, has died, according to a statement released Tuesday.

A longtime Dickinson police officer has died following a medical emergency, the department announced.

Fort Bend County Judge KP George was back in court Monday for a hearing tied to his felony money laundering case, which is set to go to trial in early February.

The mass shooting at Bondi Beach on Sunday shook a crowd of more than 1,000 people celebrating the first night of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights.

A Harris County grand jury has indicted Baytown Police Officer Michael Hightower for the October crash that killed two children of a Harris County Sheriff's deputy.

The Houston Police Officers’ Union posted a tribute message to former KPRC 2 News reporter Jake Reiner after the passing of his parents.

Dave Ward, a broadcasting legend who became the longest-running television news anchor in the world during his remarkable 50-year career at ABC 13 Eyewitness News, has died.

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Dave Ward, a broadcasting legend who became the longest-running television news anchor in the world during his remarkable 50-year career at ABC 13 Eyewitness News, has died.

The Woodlands Township is funding 30 new Flock license plate cameras in high-traffic areas as part of a partnership with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

Houston police are investigating a deadly incident involving a recovered body that officials believe was the girlfriend of a Honduran national. The man remains in the Harris County Jail with an ICE hold.

The shooting happened at a complex in the 2100 block of Holly Hall Street.

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ICE arrest under Biden's presidency compared to President Trump.

A man from Houston has been sentenced to a decade in federal prison after admitting to coercing and exploiting a minor.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller issued an urgent alert this week to producers across the state to inspect their pastures for a newly detected and highly damaging pest.

A man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of 46-year-old attorney Jeffrey Limmer, who fatally shot at a McDonald’s along the West Interstate 10 service road in May of 2024.

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Classmates describe the warning signs of one of the teens arrested of allegedly planning a mass shooting on Pasadena Memorial High School's campus.

It’s the holiday season, and porch pirates are busy across Houston. While package theft isn’t new, it tends to spike this time of year.

A federal complaint alleging that Houston picked up illegal dumping less frequently in Black and Latino neighborhoods has been dismissed—bringing an end to federal monitoring that residents and city leaders say helped keep their streets cleaner and safer.

Investigators with Harris County Constable Precinct 4 said deputies have recovered more $20,000 worth of stolen truck tailgates after authorities linked a notorious tailgate thief to more than 20 thefts across Harris County.

Deputies with Harris County Constable Precinct 4 are investigating a shooting that unfolded early Wednesday afternoon in the Spring area.

Patrick Xavier Clark, the man accused of killing Kirsnick Khari “Takeoff” Ball of the Grammy-nominated rap group Migos, appeared in a Houston courtroom Wednesday.

A person is reportedly in custody after being involved in a chase with Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies that ended in a car crash.

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The top cop in Humble is being required by city leadership to answer their questions.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a sweeping review into the financial practices of nearly 1,000 cities across the state, including major metros such as Houston, Galveston, Dallas and San Antonio, to determine whether local governments are complying with state audit and transparency laws.

Rice University officials announced the death of Claire Tracy, a second-year undergraduate student who passed away on Sunday.

The Houston Astros announced they are selling three of their minor league affiliates — the Sugar Land Space Cowboys (Triple-A), Corpus Christi Hooks (Double-A), and Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Single-A).

Houston police have revealed new details in the ongoing investigation into Unique Green, the owner of a funeral home that was raided during an active funeral service last month.

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly bringing back Philip Rivers at age 44 to help salvage their 2025 season.

Houston ranks among the top Texas cities in many ways, but the state’s largest city recently earned a distinction that’s far from flattering: it led the state in stolen vehicles last month.

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As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches Houston, so do the scammers.

It’s been just three days since the schedules were established for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and ticket prices are already through the roof.

A Houston-area outlet mall is looking for a man accused of some dirty deeds, done dirt cheap.

The next phase of ticket sales for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to open Thursday.

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The trial began Monday morning for Anthony Martin Landry, 57, who is charged with murdering 46-year-old attorney Jeffrey Limmer in a shooting at a McDonald’s along the West Interstate 10 service road in May of 2024.

No injuries have been reported after an 18-wheeler was struck by a train Monday morning.

As Texans head into the holiday season, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has launched a new public-safety campaign “Drive Sober. No Regrets” and announced increased law enforcement patrols from Dec. 12 through Jan. 1.

One person was killed early Monday in a crash that shut down all outbound lanes of U.S. 290 near 34th Street, according to Houston police.

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Friday night, the Houston Rockets hosted the Phoenix Suns in a matchup of the two primary teams in last summer’s blockbuster trade that brought Kevin Durant from the desert to Clutch City.

KPRC 2 News is reviewing recordings of 911 phone calls that were made during the deadly Hill Country floods that occurred on July 4, 2025.

Early this morning, KPRC 2 was alerted to a bomb threat at Clear Creek High School in Galveston County.

Clear Creek High School reportedly evacuated its students and faculty Friday morning after there was a bomb threat.

A serious crash involving multiple vehicles unfolded in Southeast Houston after a man reportedly fired shots and stole somebody’s car.

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A homeless encampment that had been growing for months behind a shopping center on Louetta Road was cleared Tuesday, but property managers and business owners say the move offers only temporary relief.

The Kerrville Police Department announced Thursday that it will release the 911 calls from the deadly Hill Country flood that occurred on July 4, 2025.

Data reveals that households in Conroe and Pearland spent around 5% of their annual incomes on property taxes

Authorities in Austin have revealed new information about the case of Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M University student who died on Nov. 29 in Austin, just hours after attending a tailgate for the A&M-Texas rivalry football game.

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The parents of a 19-year-old Texas A&M student who was found dead at an Austin apartment complex last weekend have hired prominent Houston attorney Tony Buzbee and are urging anyone with information about her final hours to come forward.

The sudden death of a Texas A&M student has left her mother desperate for answers.

Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian M. Middleton says the county’s first-ever case under the Lisa Torry Smith Act has ended with a maximum probation sentence and jail time for the driver involved.

An undercover operation led to the arrest of a woman on prostitution charges at a massage parlor in Spring.

Houston police have released a video months after a man was pepper-sprayed and then hit by a car, hoping someone will recognize the vehicle, the Houston Police Department says.

A volunteer youth pastor at a Houston-area church was arrested on child sex abuse material charges.

Wednesday morning, many music listeners woke up to the newest editions of their “Spotify Wrapped” and “Apple Music Replay” yearly recaps.

A Houston woman who says she was wrongfully evicted during the pandemic is speaking out about how Lone Star Legal Aid helped her win her case — as the nonprofit now faces the possibility of losing nearly half of its federal funding.

A Brazoria County mother is facing several felony charges after deputies say she fled a shoplifting stop with her three children in the car, injuring a deputy and leading officers on a chase that ended in a crash Saturday night.

A Houston Police Department K-9 is recovering after being choked to the point of unconsciousness, according to court records, by a man who was homeless and refused to leave an apartment unit near NRG Park.

Three Houston men have been charged with capital murder in the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old man at a West Houston apartment complex two years ago.

A graduate student instructor at the University of Oklahoma was placed on administrative leave after a student claimed she was religiously discriminated against for receiving a “zero” on an assignment.

Long-term residents at the Executive Inn and Suites on Airport Boulevard in Houston say they were told to leave with little to no notice, raising concerns about whether the landlord followed Texas eviction laws.

Are you planning to travel to see family and friends this holiday season? If so, you might need to pay attention to what airline you book your flight through.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into global fast-fashion giant Shein, examining whether the company violated state laws involving labor practices, product safety and consumer privacy.

The Transportation Security Administration said Monday that it screened a record 3,133,924 people at airport checkpoints on Sunday, the highest single-day total in the agency’s history, pushing all 10 of the busiest days on record to the last two years.

A Texas A&M University student died just hours after attending a tailgate for the school’s rivalry game against Texas in Austin on Friday night.

Two students were robbed at gunpoint last night near West Lot 2 on Rice University’s campus, according to the Rice University Police Department.

An investigation is underway after a Houston police officer opened fire on an armed robbery suspect in north Houston Monday morning.

Deputies said they found the ring behind a business that was advertising for tacos and drinks.

Thanksgiving plans became complicated this year for families after two tornadoes hit the area Monday, disrupting holiday celebrations.

A Houston mother who spent more than 20 years as a permanent resident said fear, money and uncertainty kept her from applying for citizenship.

Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion’s Pete & Thomas Foundation partnered with Walmart this week to provide Thanksgiving meals and essential items to nearly 2,000 underserved families in Texas.

Authorities are responding to a scene in northwest Harris County after a body was recovered during a search for a missing person.

An apartment complex in Houston’s East End was partially evacuated after several rail cars derailed, according to the Houston Fire Department.

A sweeping multi-agency operation in Harris County has resulted in the arrest of dozens of violent offenders and sexual predators. Officials announced the results of the warrants round up targeting violent offenders during a news conference on Tuesday.

Aldine ISD says the goal is to help children gain confidence in both languages while keeping their teacher fully involved.