Parents in Katy ISD are advocating for more certified special education teachers in classrooms, expressing concerns over the district's reliance on paraprofessionals, who have fewer qualifications.

A Silver Alert has been issued for a missing 77-year-old man last seen near the Katy area in western Harris County.

Two people have been found dead by authorities after an apparent murder-suicide in a Katy apartment.

Court records revealed the coach told the parent to "make the check payable to 'Jeri Flores' instead of directly to Special Olympics Team." The other parent then started hearing rumors about the coach having a history of mishandling funds.

A Houston woman, Maggie Anne Louise Weber, has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after allegedly killing Lee Rodgers, who was changing a tire on the Katy Freeway.

Officials are offering a hefty reward for information leading to the arrest of suspects responsible for multiple mail heists in the Houston area.

Howdy Homemade, known to provide employment for individuals with special needs, is set to host a Halloween event on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

A TikTok video by Keara Kenise Anderson has gone viral, showing over 150 people lined up outside a Katy courthouse, all claiming they received traffic tickets for "improper stop" at a traffic light from Harris County Deputy R. Hubbard near Fry Road and Interstate 10.

Pesky problems increasing as cool temps set in the Houston area.

A Katy man has been sentenced to life in prison for shooting and killing his wife and wounding two of his stepchildren in 2021.

Logan Dark was killed last year while riding his bike in a crosswalk

Four people are accused of an elaborate rental fraud scheme targeting more than a dozen Harris County properties involving a stolen identity.

Hotel ZaZa will be holding an event Wednesday afternoon for "Love On The Lawn" where the grass will be transformed with pink frills and fancy displays to support breast cancer awareness.

The canine festival will feature pet-friendly vendors, exciting contests, on-site adoptions and plenty more.

Multiple lanes have been blocked on the Katy Freeway after an over-height truck got stuck underneath a bridge.

A man has died after being shot in the Katy area Friday night.

A search is underway for 23-year-old Amarillyz Amy Estevez, who was last seen around 11 p.m. on Aug. 26 in the 19000 block of North Piper Grove Drive in Katy.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding the family of a boy who was found alone Monday.

It’s estimated that approximately 170,000 Texans are currently on service lists

Investigators said after a driver hit the police officer's patrol car, they took off and left their vehicle behind.

It’s always hard to list the top high school teams in Houston without mentioning the Katy Tigers. Year after year they’re always in contention. A big reason why, head coach Gary Joseph who’s been in charge for over four decades.

A Katy man has turned him in after evidence linked him to a body that was found.

During a Katy ISD board meeting, intense debate arose over proposed policies banning gender fluidity content in school libraries.

Thousands of Venezuelans, including those with ties to the United States for decades, are taking part in a global day of protest.

A police chase with a carjacking suspect has ended in Katy Wednesday afternoon.

One major district in the Greater Houston area has announced a new cell phone policy that is being widely discussed as the school year gets underway.

Logan Dark was killed last year while riding his bike in a crosswalk

A man who was found shot inside a vehicle in west Harris County has died.

A toddler has died after being found in a neighbor’s pool in what authorities believe was a tragic accident.

A new app could ease the anxiety and stress of many parents at Katy Independent School District.

The facility provides no-cost temporary housing for individuals and caregivers undergoing medical treatment in Houston, see how they continue to give back.

A Katy daycare has been in limbo for several days after CenterPoint Energy partially fixed its generators and hasn’t sent a lineman to finish the job.

Detectives say the hit-and-run driver dragged the little boy's bike for a short period and his bike was found half a mile away from the crash site.

The infant that was found abandoned on a walking trail near a bayou last week has been discharged from a Houston-area hospital and placed with foster parents.

Just as the sun was rising in the sky Saturday morning, a baby was born. Before lunch, a man dumped the baby on a walking trail near a bayou in Harris County.

Looking for a way to avoid children but still enjoy fun games and attractions? Typhoon Texas announced it will open exclusively for those 21 years old and up on Friday night.

School is out for the summer but Katy ISD is still feeding kiddos, offering free breakfast and lunch to anyone under 18 years of age, regardless if they are a student within the district.

As one school year comes to an end, KPRC 2 health reporter Haley Hernandez shows how viruses and stomach bugs are going around.

Houston authorities are investigating a crash on the Katy Freeway involving a possibly impaired driver that left one man dead.

In a time where there’s so much devastation and destruction to see, it’s rare to find a bright light amid the darkness.

It's unclear how the crash occurred, but we're told at least one of the crash victims suffered life-threatening injuries.

A Katy man has been arrested and charged with stalking his ex-girlfriend, facing a third-degree felony.

A Katy ISD high school teacher told detectives he’d been looking at child pornography his entire adult life, according to prosecutors with Fort Bend County.

The 17-year-old worked at Sports Club on Gaston Road.

James Paul Stone is charged with 9 counts of possessing child pornography.

Katy ISD’s board voted this past fall to require staff to notify parents if their child wants to use a different pronoun or identifies as a different gender.

Tornado shelters sales are on the rise

Gabby Douglas is officially back.

The road to Paris will make a stop in Katy, Texas for the American Classic, as some of the nation’s top gymnasts, including Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas, Jade Carey and Suni Lee will hope to make a statement ahead of a busy summer competition schedule.

Court records say Janet Medrano, A.K.A. Janet Jackson, 49, left the nonprofit on the brink of bankruptcy due to embezzling thousands of dollars using four different schemes.

Tessa hit the court to experience Granny Basketball. The league just added a new team of women out in Katy. She found out how these women are proving the sport has no limits when it comes to age.

A Houston-area couple is in custody, accused of taking thousands of dollars from home renovation clients and never finishing the work.

One of our favorite bands is back in Studio B. Garbage Girlfriend is the all-female teen rock band from Katy and returned to Houston Life to perform their song 'Love Sacrifice'. The girls are set to headline KPRC 2's Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest at Discovery Green.

Chopper video shows the cleanup going on a day after an EF-1 tornado hit.

“I’m pretty sure the roof got lifted off,” said Kevin and Jason who both work at the Bourbon Street Sports Bar.

Severe storms caused significant damage to businesses in the Houston suburb of Katy.

Many residents in the Katy area were left to clean up the damage an EF-1 tornado has left after touching down early Wednesday morning.

Learn how to navigate the insurance claim process after experiencing storm damage.

Severe storms wreaked havoc in Houston overnight, causing damage to buildings and knocking out power for thousands of residents. Thankfully, the storms have passed and sunny skies are on the way! #HoustonWeather #StormDamage

Measuring hurricane winds from top to bottom are a forecaster's challenge!

Due to Wednesday morning's severe weather, some schools are closing its campuses due to power, phone, and internet outages.

Severe storms caused significant damage to businesses in Katy.

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the nephew recently graduated from college and was staying with the family but an argument ensued because Mei Huang Wolfe, 48. may have “felt that [the nephew] wasn’t welcome” to stay with them anymore.

A nanny’s actions are being credited after she and two toddlers were struck by a vehicle in the Katy area Saturday.

Police responded to a major accident in the Katy area.

Johnson Development has named a new community in Katy, Texas, called Grange

Calling all craft beer lovers, this event is for YOU! The Wild West BrewFest returns to Typhoon Texas in Katy this weekend.

Enter for your chance to win a pair of tickets

And the saga continues as complaints continue to pour in about the frustration surrounding inconsistent trash pickup from Texas Pride Disposal.

Go face-to-face with life-sized dinosaurs including the Brachiosaurus, the Velociraptor, and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!

March 14th is Pi Day! We're celebrating with delicious pie from Proud Pie in Katy. They're known for their artisan pies and gourmet coffee. But, did you know their owner Scott Chapman, is also giving back to Texas charities through his one-of-a-kind guitars signed by musicians? Find out how he's giving back in the interview above.

Danielle Hunter is top free agent defensive end

A Katy waterpark is looking to make a splash in the job market this season!

Here are five secret gems you can visit in Fort Bend County during spring break.

Conversations conducted at Dick's Sporting Goods with NFL players

A retired Harris County sheriff deputy is criticizing Katy Independent School District’s plan arming elementary school security guards.

Major changes are coming to the Katy Independent School District this year, and one in particular may be concerning to parents.

Decision polarizes parents

All of the northbound lanes of West Grand Parkway South near Katy, Texas are closed after an 18-wheeler crashed and was engulfed in flames, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Jaylon McIntyre appeared in a Harris County courtroom on Friday, wearing a padded cast around his arm.

A short chase in Harris county ended in a neighborhood in Katy.

Standout senior Justice Carlton not only leads her team she can now proudly proclaim that she is a 2024 McDonald’s All-American.

The search for a shooter is entering its third day after three people were killed early Sunday while attending a birthday party at a short-term rental home in Katy.

Chocolates and flowers are nice but if you really want to impress your valentine - give them something that sparkles! Matthew Duncan from U.S. Coins and jewelry has some Valentine's Day gift ideas.

A 24-year-old Katy man has been charged with a felony after he reportedly provided a deadly dose of Fentanyl to a minor last year.

The legacy continues to rise for Hajjar. He owns Fuzzy’s Pizza store on Mason Road in Katy. He’s preparing to help the community in a big way ahead of the arctic blast.

Buckle up as we explore how the Houston area’s master-planned communities are not just changing the real estate game – they’re dominating it.

The suburbs of Cypress and Katy are stealing the spotlight, topping the charts as the most sought-after locales.

Multiple properties in the Jasmine Heights subdivision in Katy were struck by bullets on New Year’s Eve.

The Powerball Jackpot continues to grow to more than $700 million and there is one lucky person who bought a ticket in Katy.

Students in the Katy Independent School District are making their voices heard by attempting to defend their rights after a new policy forces school leaders to inform parents if their child chooses to be referred to as a different pronoun.

A student group has filed a formal Title IX complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights challenging the Katy ISD's policy requiring schools to notify parents if their child comes out as transgender or changes preferred pronouns.

A man was shot and killed in west Harris County Tuesday, prompting multiple Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District campuses to go into “Secure the Building” mode, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.

Slick City Action Park offers a one-of-a-kind indoor slide experience that’s truly made for everyone.

Two men are facing federal charges after they allegedly broke into a cluster mailbox in Katy back in August.

UpFront Home Services offers everything from carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, air duct cleaning and more -- all with an authentic and honest service experience.

For more than a decade, KPRC 2 and Bill Spencer have partnered with the Cody Stephens Foundation to offer life-saving heart screenings that are free of charge.

Rainforest Café's slogan is “a wild place to shop and eat” -- but one Katy family said they were shocked to find a button battery in their meal during a recent visit.

The Katy Police Department said a total of three teenagers were taken to the hospital after gunshots rang out in the parking lot of Katy Mills Mall Saturday.

One person was hurt after shots were fired in the parking lot of Katy Mills Mall, according to Katy Police Chief J. Noe Diaz.