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Woman dies day after violent 2-vehicle crash on Fondren Road in southwest Houston
Read full article: Woman dies day after violent 2-vehicle crash on Fondren Road in southwest HoustonA major two-vehicle crash left multiple people injured and 300 customers without power after a powerline was hit during impact on a road in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Huffman youth baseball team loses thousands after possible jugging incident
Read full article: Huffman youth baseball team loses thousands after possible jugging incidentA Huffman youth baseball team is trying to recoup the losses after at least $2,900 was stolen that should have helped cover costs for an upcoming tournament.
Why can’t Houston enforce its curfew for juveniles? Answer is -- Texas law
Read full article: Why can’t Houston enforce its curfew for juveniles? Answer is -- Texas lawDid you know that Houston has a curfew for juveniles? Many residents had no clue there was even a curfew, but it’s a reason for that.
Fifth Ward town hall expands access to cancer screenings, explains importance of clinical trial participation
Read full article: Fifth Ward town hall expands access to cancer screenings, explains importance of clinical trial participationA town hall meeting at the Fifth Ward Multi-Service Center tonight will focus on educating residents about clinical research opportunities and healthcare options, building on a free cancer screening initiative that launched earlier this year following the discovery of a cancer cluster in the area.
VIDEO: Car splits in half during major crash on Fondren Road in southwest Houston
Read full article: VIDEO: Car splits in half during major crash on Fondren Road in southwest HoustonA major two-vehicle crash left multiple people injured and 300 customers without power after a powerline was hit during impact on a road in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Houston woman can’t get tree removal that damaged her shed during derecho
Read full article: Houston woman can’t get tree removal that damaged her shed during derechoHouston homeowner Kelly Carroll is struggling to get a tree that damaged her property after the derecho last year, removed from her neighborhood.
Colombian mother in Houston says proposed Trump policy would leave her ‘stuck’ without a way to work
Read full article: Colombian mother in Houston says proposed Trump policy would leave her ‘stuck’ without a way to workAsylum seekers fear they could lose the right to work legally in the U.S. while their cases are still pending.
Houston Police Foundation breaks ground on $10.5 million firearms training center named after Tillman Fertitta
Read full article: Houston Police Foundation breaks ground on $10.5 million firearms training center named after Tillman FertittaThe Houston Police Foundation is set to break ground on a new firearms training center at the Houston Police Academy.
70% of Houston-area residents don’t have $400 for unexpected expenses, study shows
Read full article: 70% of Houston-area residents don’t have $400 for unexpected expenses, study showsAs low cost of living, housing, job opportunities and the nightlife may attract visitors or even new residents to the Houston area -- a new study shows that more than 70% of residents don’t have money for unexpected expenses.
Double homicide investigation underway at east Harris County home where man, woman found dead
Read full article: Double homicide investigation underway at east Harris County home where man, woman found deadA double homicide is under investigation after a man and woman were both found dead inside of the east Harris County home on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Elderly convicted murderer charged with continued stalking of Sugar Land woman whose mother he killed in 1970s
Read full article: Elderly convicted murderer charged with continued stalking of Sugar Land woman whose mother he killed in 1970sAn elderly man with a violent criminal past is facing new charges after officials say he continued to torment a Sugar Land woman whose mother he murdered 50 years ago.
Man killed after getting dragged by train in SE Houston: police
Read full article: Man killed after getting dragged by train in SE Houston: policeResidents reported to police that the man usually hangs out in the area, but it's unclear if he was sitting on the tracks when he was hit by the train and dragged about 300 feet with his legs missing.
‘It was a ghost town’: Galveston County Sheriff holding town hall on Jeep Weekend response
Read full article: ‘It was a ghost town’: Galveston County Sheriff holding town hall on Jeep Weekend responseGalveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen is holding a town hall to discuss his departments response to Jeep Weekend.
Pearland man seeks justice after surviving violent car dragging incident
Read full article: Pearland man seeks justice after surviving violent car dragging incidentA Pearland man who says he survived being dragged for 200 feet while trapped under a vehicle during an attempted car burglary, is calling for the perpetrator to surrender to authorities.
Wife of Houston carjacking victim says she’s still waiting for answers
Read full article: Wife of Houston carjacking victim says she’s still waiting for answersThe wife of a man killed during a violent carjacking in southwest Houston says she’s still waiting for answers — and for justice — nearly a week after her husband was shot and later died at the hospital.
TIMELINE: Details of string of carjackings that led to death of innocent driver in southwest Houston
Read full article: TIMELINE: Details of string of carjackings that led to death of innocent driver in southwest HoustonKPRC 2 has obtained court documents that lay out the timeline of events that led to the death of one innocent driver who was carjacked in southwest Houston on May 29.
EPA releases test results for Fifth Ward community center where previous samples showed dioxin contamination in soil
Read full article: EPA releases test results for Fifth Ward community center where previous samples showed dioxin contamination in soilEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials and Commissioner Rodney Ellis announced Tuesday the EPA’s soil test results for the Julia C. Hester House/ Solo Street Greenspace in the Greater Fifth Ward area.
What is Labubu? Meet the elusive designer dolls that the internet can’t get enough of
Read full article: What is Labubu? Meet the elusive designer dolls that the internet can’t get enough ofIf you’ve been on TikTok or Instagram Reels over the past week, chances are you’ve come across a video referencing “Labubu.”
Man arrested after barricading himself in camper following assault at Northlake RV Resort
Read full article: Man arrested after barricading himself in camper following assault at Northlake RV ResortA man has barricaded himself inside a camper at Northlake RV Resort Tuesday morning following an assault, according to Harris County Pct. 4.
Equine-assisted therapy at Magnolia nonprofit faces challenges after Memorial Day weekend storms
Read full article: Equine-assisted therapy at Magnolia nonprofit faces challenges after Memorial Day weekend stormsHope, renewal, and inspiration are at the heart of Inspiration Ranch, a Magnolia nonprofit that is now struggling to recover from storm damage.
Jocelyn Nungaray case: Defense attorneys call for former DA Kim Ogg to be held in contempt of court
Read full article: Jocelyn Nungaray case: Defense attorneys call for former DA Kim Ogg to be held in contempt of courtHarris County prosecutors and defense attorneys for Franklin Peña, one of the suspects in the Jocelyn Nungaray murder case, are asking Judge Josh Hill for a more tailored gag order after former District Attorney Kim Ogg revealed new evidence in the case during an interview with another TV station last week.
Chevron moves forward with Texas layoffs as part of global workforce reduction
Read full article: Chevron moves forward with Texas layoffs as part of global workforce reductionChevron is laying off more than 200 employees in Texas as it prepares to cut up to 20 percent of its global workforce by the end of next year.
Surveillance footage reveals unauthorized occupant issues at Park West Place apartments
Read full article: Surveillance footage reveals unauthorized occupant issues at Park West Place apartmentsA Houston resident’s surveillance cameras have documented months of concerning behavior from an unauthorized occupant at Park West Place apartments, including package theft and public disturbances.
Man on probation for sex crime with child now accused of assaulting 12-year-old in Houston
Read full article: Man on probation for sex crime with child now accused of assaulting 12-year-old in HoustonA man from north Houston is in police custody after a child came forward accusing him of sexually assault. A look into the man’s background revealed a track record of similar charges.
Good grades do pay off! Typhoon Texas offers free admission on June 4 to elementary students who earned ‘A’
Read full article: Good grades do pay off! Typhoon Texas offers free admission on June 4 to elementary students who earned ‘A’It looks like good grades do pay off! Typhoon Texas Waterpark is celebrating stellar elementary students with free admission on June 4.
Houston residents file petition against mayor over voter-approved drainage fund
Read full article: Houston residents file petition against mayor over voter-approved drainage fundWith hurricane season around the corner, Houston residents are demanding accountability and the funding they were promised.
Suspect in connection with deadly carjacking in southwest Houston arrested in Corpus Christi
Read full article: Suspect in connection with deadly carjacking in southwest Houston arrested in Corpus ChristiA suspect in connection with a carjacking where the victim was shot and killed at a southwest Houston gas station has been arrested in Corpus Christi, the Houston Police Department announced.
‘It all seemed official’: Houston man loses $8K after fake jury duty call, local bail bond company name misused
Read full article: ‘It all seemed official’: Houston man loses $8K after fake jury duty call, local bail bond company name misusedA Houston man is speaking out after losing $8,000 to people who claimed he was about to be arrested over missed federal jury duty.
With suicide rates increasing in Texas, Houston group steps up to help during Mental Health Awareness month
Read full article: With suicide rates increasing in Texas, Houston group steps up to help during Mental Health Awareness monthMental health organizations across Houston are stepping up their efforts to combat a growing crisis, as Texas faces a 30% increase in suicide rates over the past two decades, according to the USA Facts database.
Houston man accused of firing gun near elementary school, homes sparks community outrage
Read full article: Houston man accused of firing gun near elementary school, homes sparks community outrageRashawn Chinelo Evans, 49, has been charged with deadly conduct after allegedly firing his gun into the air. Nearby homeowners and an HISD school principal were all upset by the disturbance and the raining bullets.
Governor Abbott signs bill mandating stricter controls for online app stores; parents and kids react
Read full article: Governor Abbott signs bill mandating stricter controls for online app stores; parents and kids reactTexas 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.
Houston police release video of person of interest in fatal shooting
Read full article: Houston police release video of person of interest in fatal shootingHouston police have shared surveillance footage of a male person of interest they would like to question regarding a fatal shooting at an apartment complex nearly six months ago.
‘Welcome to Texas. Here’s your Death Penalty’: Gov. Greg Abbott calls for death penalty in Grapevine Lake jet ski crash
Read full article: ‘Welcome to Texas. Here’s your Death Penalty’: Gov. Greg Abbott calls for death penalty in Grapevine Lake jet ski crashTexas Governor Greg Abbott took to social media to comment on the death of a kayaker who was killed on Lake Grapevine by a jet ski.
High-water flooding intersections in the Houston-area, which roads most likely to worsen
Read full article: High-water flooding intersections in the Houston-area, which roads most likely to worsenHere’s a list of locations and intersections to avoid when severe weather moves through the Houston area.
Tense moments: Tire shop workers describe police chase ending outside their shop
Read full article: Tense moments: Tire shop workers describe police chase ending outside their shopA high-speed police chase through north Harris County ended Monday morning with a dramatic crash near an apartment complex — and two local tire shop workers caught the entire scene unfold just steps from their front door.
Man dies after falling off vehicle during road rage fight on Katy Freeway
Read full article: Man dies after falling off vehicle during road rage fight on Katy FreewayA man has died a day after a road rage incident on the Katy Freeway Saturday and now police are searching for the other driver involved.
Man charged after being shot while driving car towards HPD officer during chase near Galleria
Read full article: Man charged after being shot while driving car towards HPD officer during chase near GalleriaA man has been charged in an incident where he was shot by an HPD officer while allegedly attempting to run him over near the Galleria.
Deputies arrest man with 6 felony warrants following car chase in NW Harris County
Read full article: Deputies arrest man with 6 felony warrants following car chase in NW Harris CountyDeputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man with multiple felony warrants following a car chase.
Court docs reveal new details about ‘Can Man Bill,’ the 83-year-old Texas City man charged with murder
Read full article: Court docs reveal new details about ‘Can Man Bill,’ the 83-year-old Texas City man charged with murderCourt documents have revealed new details about the evidence that led an 83-year-old Texas City man to face murder charges after being arrested earlier this month.
Houston Veteran Uses Poker Nights to Help Fellow Veterans Survive — and Feel Seen
Read full article: Houston Veteran Uses Poker Nights to Help Fellow Veterans Survive — and Feel SeenWhile families across Houston gather for barbecues and ceremonies this Memorial Day, one local veteran is spending the day remembering — and rebuilding.
FAA no longer listening delays Bush Intercontinental Airport due to thunderstorms in area
Read full article: FAA no longer listening delays Bush Intercontinental Airport due to thunderstorms in areaA ground delay has been issued at George Bush Intercontinental Airport after scattered thunderstorms hit the Houston area.
Community rallies behind Cy-Fair fire chief as board leaves questions unanswered
Read full article: Community rallies behind Cy-Fair fire chief as board leaves questions unansweredAfter a nearly six-hour Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 board meeting, community members who turned out in force to support Fire Chief Amy Ramon left without the answers they came for.
Get the summer rolling by visiting these Houston-area pools opening ahead of the end of the HISD school year
Read full article: Get the summer rolling by visiting these Houston-area pools opening ahead of the end of the HISD school yearIf you’re ready to get your summer going in Houston, there’s some pools that are opening to the public during Memorial Day weekend.
Argument on METRO bus leads to fatal shooting on Houston’s southside; suspect on the run
Read full article: Argument on METRO bus leads to fatal shooting on Houston’s southside; suspect on the runPolice are searching for a man, suspected of fatally shooting and killing a man during an argument on a METRO bus on Houston’s southside.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo calls Commissioner Adrian Garcia’s behavior ‘embarrassing’ during clash in court
Read full article: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo calls Commissioner Adrian Garcia’s behavior ‘embarrassing’ during clash in courtHarris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has been open about her mental health struggles and did not shy away from the topic when her duties as county judge were challenged by Commissioner Adrian Garcia during a recent commissioners court meeting.
Harris county approves law enforcement raises — without final plan to fund $270 million budget hole
Read full article: Harris county approves law enforcement raises — without final plan to fund $270 million budget holeAfter months of pressure from deputies, constables, and law enforcement unions, Harris County Commissioners have voted to move forward with pay raises that would bring sheriff’s deputies and constable officers up to the same pay scale as Houston police. But now the county faces a new challenge: how to pay for it.
Texas doctor who falsely diagnosed patients with chronic illnesses in $118M scheme sentenced to prison
Read full article: Texas doctor who falsely diagnosed patients with chronic illnesses in $118M scheme sentenced to prisonA Texas doctor who falsely diagnosed his patients with chronic illnesses in a $118 million scheme has been sentenced to prison.
Hospital employee in Pasadena wanted for stealing, using patient’s debit card
Read full article: Hospital employee in Pasadena wanted for stealing, using patient’s debit cardAn employee at HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast is wanted for debit card abuse involving an elderly victim, according to charging documents.
10,000 pounds of chlorine leaked for 48 minutes from Freeport industrial plant
Read full article: 10,000 pounds of chlorine leaked for 48 minutes from Freeport industrial plantA new report by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality show that 10,000 pounds of chlorine was released during Tuesday’s incident at at an industrial plant in Freeport.
Klein High School student expelled from district after handgun found on campus
Read full article: Klein High School student expelled from district after handgun found on campusA Klein High School student has been expelled and is facing felony charges after being found with a handgun on school grounds.
How to protect yourself and your kids from heat stroke during this Houston heatwave
Read full article: How to protect yourself and your kids from heat stroke during this Houston heatwaveThe combination of proper gear, hydration techniques, and sun protection can mean the difference between a successful training session and a medical emergency, according to an eighth-ranked tennis player in Texas, who regularly competes in multi-hour matches under extreme conditions.
Harris County Pct. 1 deputy constable Sheila Jones returns to work after being shot last month
Read full article: Harris County Pct. 1 deputy constable Sheila Jones returns to work after being shot last monthHarris County Pct. 1 deputy constable Sheila Jones has returned to work after being shot in the line of duty near the Harris County Family Law Center in Houston last month.
Caught on camera: Serial robbers target at least 6 north Houston businesses
Read full article: Caught on camera: Serial robbers target at least 6 north Houston businessesA group of young men is being tied to a string of robberies targeting businesses in north Houston, according to the Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division.
Girlfriend charged in boyfriend’s murder after forensic experts rule out self-defense claims
Read full article: Girlfriend charged in boyfriend’s murder after forensic experts rule out self-defense claimsA woman has now been charged with murder after she admitted to shooting and killing her boyfriend in a west Houston apartment on Christmas Day of last year. She claimed that she shot him in self-defense.
Bush thieves, ‘crack grass,’ Santapede: Houston homeowners share their wildest HOA stories
Read full article: Bush thieves, ‘crack grass,’ Santapede: Houston homeowners share their wildest HOA storiesWe asked KPRC 2 readers to share their most outrageous dust-ups with local homeowners associations and what we got back were hundreds of grievances.
3 people on the run after shooting, killing man in SW Houston
Read full article: 3 people on the run after shooting, killing man in SW HoustonPreliminary evidence shared by Houston police is that there was a group of two men and a woman, one of whom got into an argument with an unidentified man and shot him to death before all three fled.
Texas Lawmakers consider raising minimum marriage age to 18
Read full article: Texas Lawmakers consider raising minimum marriage age to 18In Texas, teenagers as young as 16 can legally get married—a reality that many parents and child advocates say is out of step with modern expectations and child welfare standards.
Armed robbery suspect shot by Houston police officer in Museum District
Read full article: Armed robbery suspect shot by Houston police officer in Museum DistrictAn armed suspect was rushed to a hospital after being shot by a Houston police officer Friday in the Museum District, according to the police department.
2 gang members arrested in Stafford after 40 victims targeted in mail theft ring
Read full article: 2 gang members arrested in Stafford after 40 victims targeted in mail theft ringTwo documented gang members in Sugar Land have been arrested following an investigation into a large mail theft ring, according to the United States Postal Inspection Service.
Major crash closes intersection at FM 359 and FM 723 in Fort Bend County
Read full article: Major crash closes intersection at FM 359 and FM 723 in Fort Bend CountyA major crash was closed a busy intersection Friday morning in Fort Bend County, according to Fort Bend County Pct. 1 Constable’s Office.
New Hope Housing Berry: A new chapter in affordable housing for Houston’s Northside
Read full article: New Hope Housing Berry: A new chapter in affordable housing for Houston’s NorthsideGreat news for those seeking affordable housing! New Hope Housing (NHH), a leading provider of affordable housing and services, will host the grand opening of its newest community tomorrow.
With FEMA in limbo, here’s how people in the Houston Metro Area can mitigate potential financial burdens after storms
Read full article: With FEMA in limbo, here’s how people in the Houston Metro Area can mitigate potential financial burdens after stormsA troubling internal review from the Federal Emergency Management Agency reveals the organization is unprepared for the upcoming hurricane season, which begins on June 1, as leadership turmoil and staffing issues plague the agency.
Former HISD elementary school principal to appear on TLC’s ’90 Day: Hunt for Love’
Read full article: Former HISD elementary school principal to appear on TLC’s ’90 Day: Hunt for Love’A former principal at a HISD elementary school has been named as a contestant on TLC’s ’90 Day: Hunt for Love’, a reality show for romantic hopefuls.
Delays in seeking resolutions in Harris County courts due to lack of judges
Read full article: Delays in seeking resolutions in Harris County courts due to lack of judgesIt’s not secret Houston is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Harris County is one of the most populated, but for those seeking resolution within the judicial system, it might take time.
Houston police seek public’s help in locating three persons of interest in fatal shooting of teen
Read full article: Houston police seek public’s help in locating three persons of interest in fatal shooting of teenHouston police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating three persons of interest in the fatal shooting of a teenage boy last weekend.
Houston drivers and mechanics share tips to keep cars from overheating during extreme heat
Read full article: Houston drivers and mechanics share tips to keep cars from overheating during extreme heatIt’s heating up in Houston, and while most people are reaching for water and cranking up the AC, your car needs just as much attention in this weather.
Man found decomposing in Edgebrook-area home during missing persons investigation
Read full article: Man found decomposing in Edgebrook-area home during missing persons investigationCrime scene tape was seen surrounding a home in Clear Lake after a search warrant led investigators to the body of a man on Tuesday afternoon.