If you’re scrambling to find a quick solution to insulating your pipes, all you need are three household items: a thick towel, duct tape, and a plastic bag.

Houston is not known for its cold weather but in the recent years, we have been dealing with freezing temperatures and icy roads. I mean, who could forget Winter Storm Uri in 2021?

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a Weather Watch from January 20-23 as extreme cold weather is forecasted to impact the state.

KPRC 2 obtained the warrant Brazoria County Deputy Jesus Vargas was serving before the suspect shot and killed him in a Dollar Tree parking lot Wednesday.

Thursday evening, Houston Fire Department wildland firefighters who are deployed in Southern California held a brief online call to discuss their experiences fighting the fires in the area. HFD Senior Capt. A.J. Castillo was joined by engineer operators Jonathan Williams, Chris Mixon and Travis Hobbs.

Homeownership often comes with its share of unexpected challenges, but Mary Trapp, didn’t expect a city issue would cause problems for her and her homeowners association. The ordeal surrounding a broken city pipe has stretched over three months, leaving her frustrated.

Shelters and upcoming information for the city of Houston.

A person was killed and another injured in a crash Thursday morning in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

Authorities in Tomball are looking for thieves they've dubbed the "H-E-B" bandits, who took off in a vehicle that had a notable sticker reading “$TAN $” on the bottom-left corner of its back windshield.

Late Wednesday morning, a Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed in the line of duty while responding to a warrant while working with the U.S. Marshal’s Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force.

A man from Texas City is wanted after authorities say he sexually abused a minor.

A violent fugitive who killed a Brazoria County deputy has been killed during a shootout with police in southwest Houston, authorities confirmed.

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Authorities are searching for three suspects who stole the beloved beaver mascot costume from a Buc-ee’s store in Pearland.

Join the annual MLK Day Parade this month in Houston, Tx.

Jay Leno sends his greetings and thanks to the Houston firefighters who are in California assisting with the aftermath of the Southern California wildfires.

On Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court will hear oral arguments surrounding the Texas bill that led one of the world’s most visited pornography websites to ban access to Texans.

As Texas prepares for potential cold weather this winter, experts are highlighting the state’s progress in renewable energy and identifying areas where challenges remain.

The former coach of a track club in Kemah has been sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to charges related to a sexual relationship with a child.

As the Spring semester gets underway, Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles is holding a press conference.

It’s safe to say that 2024 was a prosperous year for Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

Authorities responded to a collision in the Spring area where an SUV crashed into the side of a veterinary clinic.

Multiple people were hospitalized in a multi-vehicle collision on Houston’s westside Sunday afternoon.

Houston police are investigating a hit-and-run car collision that involved a driver who fled the scene on foot.

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) has temporarily suspended the medical license of a Houston physician, saying he poses a threat to public safety.

A family says they live in constant fear after Vincente Rodriguez was arrested on four different charges against them in the past month.

An illegal gambling operation was shut down and two arrests were made after undercover investigators found gambling devices and activities taking place.

The Houston Texans have announced a $1 million pledge to support relief efforts for communities affected by the wildfires in southern California.

Homeownership often comes with its share of unexpected challenges, but Mary Trapp, didn’t expect a city issue would cause problems for her and her homeowners association. The ordeal surrounding a broken city pipe has stretched over three months, leaving her frustrated.

Have you ever wondered why the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is such a big deal around here?

Parents in northwest Harris County are filled with anxiety and questions after learning a program they rely on for childcare will no longer be able to assist them at the end of the month.

Elio, a Venezuelan barber who arrived in Houston just five months ago, is one of the millions who left their homeland in search of a better life. For him, leaving Venezuela wasn’t just a choice—it was survival.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing TikTok, accusing the social media platforms of regularly showing inappropriate and explicit material to children.

The court date has been moved once again for the man police believe is responsible for taking multiple teacher certification tests in a statewide cheating scandal.

It may be cold this week in Houston but the heat was turned up for a lot of fans as beloved actors, stars of The Best Man, and co-founders of a new whiskey, Morris Chestnut and Harold Perrineau, stopped in the Bayou City.

We’re just two days away from the Houston Texans’ Wild Card playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers, and the team reached out to a prominent local artist to hype up the fans.

RODEOHOUSTON has revealed it’s 2025 entertainment lineup.

An officer with Oak Ridge North Police Department has been fired after being arrested for multiple counts related to possessing child pornography.

We have daily downpours expected this week. While it will not be a washout, you can expect to see on-and-off storms through the next 10 days. Plan on extra time for driving, and have a way to get weather information.

The situation in eviction courts across Harris County has reached a breaking point, with tenants, landlords and judges struggling to keep up with an overwhelming number of cases.

At least two people have been shot at an apartment complex on Houston’s northwest side.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency response resources ahead of the cold temperatures anticipated across Texas this week.

Explosive disposure specialists responded to a Cypress house after a homeowner found what appeared to be an authentic grenade in their garage.

On Tuesday, KPRC 2 covered three Houston firefighters who suffered significant injuries responding to a massive apartment fire in the Sunnyside area.

This week, don't miss your chance to meet the beloved actors Morris Chestnut and Harold Perrineau in person!

An 8-year-old boy was hospitalized Tuesday after being attacked by a Pitbull in a Spring neighborhood, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.

The Fort Bend District Attorney’s Office has confirmed the identity of a now-former Katy ISD teacher accused of grabbing a student with autism by the collar.

Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to surge Texas Anti-Terrorism Task Force resources to aggressively combat radical jihadist terrorism.

The president of one of Texas’ most prominent universities is packing up to lead a different institution.

A 53-year-old woman is devastated after her support dog is still missing following a carjacking on Dec. 31 outside a store in Montrose, according to the Houston Police Department.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency response resources ahead of the cold temperatures anticipated across Texas this week.

A 10,000 bond was set for a man accused of evading arrest and leading deputies on a chase for over 40 miles in northwest Harris County, according to Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

As a cold front sweeps through Houston, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has mobilized its crews across six area counties to ensure road safety.

The Texas Education Agency is investigating Katy Independent School District educator for possible assault against a child with autism.

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a Weather Watch over the next five days, as cold temperatures are anticipated across the state.

Former Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has been hired in a new position within the county.

A man was killed, and another was critically injured in a shooting in Houston’s east side Sunday morning.

Authorities are investigating a fatal hit-and-run involving a man who was hit by two separate vehicles in northwest Houston.

The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center reports that 2024 ranks as the second-highest year for tornadoes on record.

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With bitterly cold temperatures expected across much of Texas, hopefully you are taking steps to make sure your family, your pets, and your home are ready for the frigid weather.

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The City of Houston Office of Emergency Management is bracing for extreme weather conditions across Harris County this weekend.

Houston police released surveillance video of a purse snatching suspect in hopes someone from the public will recognize the man involved.

Neighbors tell KPRC 2 that Shamsud Din Jabbar lived in his Houston home off Crescent Peak driver for a year and a half.

Bomb-making materials have been found in the Houston-area trailer owned by Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man responsible for the deadly Bourbon Street attack on New Year’s Day.

15 people were killed and more than 30 more were injured in New Orleans early on New Year’s Day after a self-proclaimed ISIS follower drove a truck through a crowd on Bourbon Street before opening fire.

A 12-year-old girl, Ashley Rodriguez, was struck by a stray bullet from celebratory gunfire on Christmas Eve while walking with her mother in Houston.

Tonight, skywatchers in Houston will have the chance to experience a rare astronomical event known as a “Black Moon.”

Days after a tornado tore through the area on Saturday, the community of Porter is grappling with the aftermath.

The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Brazoria County on Saturday.

A man has been charged in connection with a brutal dog attack that occurred on April 10, 2023, according to court documents.

Christmas decorations are still wrapped around the porch, but the rest of Sherry Newman’s home is left charred. The family of five′s Willis home was destroyed in a fire days before Christmas Day.

As Harris County is being hit by widespread thunderstorms and inclement weather, officials are warning drivers to take extra caution on the wet and slick roadways.

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As many Houstonians prepare for severe weather in the area Thursday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated emergency response measures across the state.

For the Houston area, this year’s Christmas Eve brought the gift of rain—and then some. Strong thunderstorms hit the area throughout the night, and one business in Cypress was left in disrepair after the chaotic weather.

Experts with the National Weather Service are warning local officials in Montgomery County about the chance of severe thunderstorms in the area Thursday.

In a disturbing case, a mother is facing serious charges after allegedly locking her 7-year-old daughter in a dog cage as punishment for misbehaving in school.

A boy has been transported to a hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the arm with a gun.

One person has been hospitalized after being shot at a bus stop in northeast Houston.

A 37-year-old man was shot while he was taking out the garbage at his home in northwest Harris County.

Waking up on Christmas brought a somber and empty feeling for Raphael Rogers Davis’ parents.

A man was killed, and a woman was injured in a violent car wreck early Christmas morning.

A car wrecked while transporting a girl to the hospital after she was struck by gunfire from a bullet that police believe was fired as part of a Christmas celebration.

A man was taken into custody on felony charges after he threatened to detonate a bomb at Lakewood Church on Christmas Eve.

Families at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women welcomed children into the world.

On Monday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office announced a 15-year-old Katy girl was found nearly two weeks after she disappeared.

Two suspects have now been apprehended and arrested for involvement in the shooting yesterday evening at Katy Mills Mall.

A Katy teenager who was last seen nearly two weeks ago has been found safe, authorities confirm.

As stores were filled with shoppers Monday evening before Christmas Day, panic erupted inside Katy Mills mall after shots were fired inside the building, according to authorities.

Houston loves Fung's Kitchen! Known for its weekend pushcart dim sum, the restaurant's latest addition to the menu—Lobster Mountain—has gone viral on social media. Chef Hoi Fung visited the Houston Life kitchen to show Tessa Barrera and Melanie Camp how it's made.

Law enforcement officials in Houston are seeking information on a group of suspects known as the “Scrooge Sprayers,” after they attacked an armored car courier during a robbery.

If wrapping presents isn’t your forte or you’re simply short on time this holiday season, Houston has plenty of places where professionals can handle it for you.

A Houston woman has been arrested after her two young children were found left alone in disgusting conditions.

A Houston woman is facing charges related to disturbing abuse and neglect of a 7-year-old child.

A Katy teenager has been missing for more than a week, and her parents are speaking out to try to bring her home before Christmas.

As the holidays approach, Chef Espinoza and his family gear up for their cherished tradition: the annual Tamalada.

Full interview with Ian Marlow discussing concerns surrounding the TP-Link investigation.