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Southwest Airlines unveils major initiatives to enhance customer experience and expand market reach
Read full article: Southwest Airlines unveils major initiatives to enhance customer experience and expand market reachSouthwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) is making significant changes to enhance customer experience and expand its market reach.
71 animals rescued from urine, feces infested school bus, van parked at Galveston Island State Park
Read full article: 71 animals rescued from urine, feces infested school bus, van parked at Galveston Island State ParkNearly 100 animals were rescued from an old school bus and a small van parked on a property at the state park in Galveston, according to the Houston SPCA.
Vehicle seen speeding away after man struck, killed in north Houston neighborhood
Read full article: Vehicle seen speeding away after man struck, killed in north Houston neighborhoodAn investigation is underway after a vehicle was seen speeding away from a crash that left a man dead Tuesday afternoon.
Who’s hiring? KPRC 2′s gathering list of job fairs in Houston area
Read full article: Who’s hiring? KPRC 2′s gathering list of job fairs in Houston areaWhether you’re graduating for college, looking for a career or just wanting a job for the summer -- we want to create a list of job fairs that are being held in the Greater Houston area.
Here’s why global energy leaders will be in Houston this week
Read full article: Here’s why global energy leaders will be in Houston this weekIndustry leaders from Microsoft, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, and a host of energy technology firms will converge in Houston for CERAWeek by S&P Global, the world’s premier energy conference.
Aldine ISD mother arrested after threatening to shoot up middle school while seeking child’s bullies
Read full article: Aldine ISD mother arrested after threatening to shoot up middle school while seeking child’s bulliesThe mother of an Aldine ISD middle school student was taken into custody nine days after police say she entered her child’s school without authorization and yelled violent threats at students who she believed bullied her child.
Authorities say Baytown man searched ‘Is it illegal to kill an illegal immigrant?’ hours before fatally shooting fiancé
Read full article: Authorities say Baytown man searched ‘Is it illegal to kill an illegal immigrant?’ hours before fatally shooting fiancéA Baytown man is behind bars after investigators say he shot his fiancé and attempted to stage the scene as a suicide.
Houston unveils $2 billion George R. Brown Convention Center expansion plan
Read full article: Houston unveils $2 billion George R. Brown Convention Center expansion planHouston city leaders and company executives are coming together to unveil new plans to reinvent downtown Houston’s convention district.
Liberty County Jail inmates charged for participating in riot
Read full article: Liberty County Jail inmates charged for participating in riotThe inmates involved in the riot that broke out at Liberty County Jail on Thursday February 27th, 2025, were charged today. Read more for details on what happened, and the individuals charged.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo brings bold flavors with exciting new food offerings
Read full article: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo brings bold flavors with exciting new food offeringsThe Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is known for its thrilling concerts and exciting rides, but this year, the food vendors are stepping up their game with bold new flavors.
Stafford man sentenced to 40 years in prison for abusing, impregnating 13-year-old girl
Read full article: Stafford man sentenced to 40 years in prison for abusing, impregnating 13-year-old girlA man in the Stafford area received a lengthy prison sentence for horrific crimes that led to a 13-year-old girl becoming pregnant.
Here’s what happens next with late Congressman Sylvester Turner’s House seat
Read full article: Here’s what happens next with late Congressman Sylvester Turner’s House seatTwo months after being sworn into U.S. Congress, Rep. Sylvester Turner’s House seat will now be vacant after he passed away Wednesday at 70.
Convicted sex offender arrested after attempting to meet minor
Read full article: Convicted sex offender arrested after attempting to meet minorA convicted sex offender who was recently released from prison is now back in custody after attempting to meet with an undercover officer posing as a 15-year-old girl.
Elderly Montgomery County man sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing young boys for years
Read full article: Elderly Montgomery County man sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing young boys for yearsAn elderly man from Montgomery County will spend the rest of his life behind bars after he was found guilty of abusing multiple boys over the course of years.
Houston hoofin’ it: Cow’s great escape kicks off Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with a bang
Read full article: Houston hoofin’ it: Cow’s great escape kicks off Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with a bangYou know it’s rodeo season in Houston when the cattle decide to take a tour of the city themselves.
Increased animal intake and handling of at-risk animals part of new BARC plan to keep community safe.
Read full article: Increased animal intake and handling of at-risk animals part of new BARC plan to keep community safe.A woman from the Fifth Ward is in the hospital fighting for her life after being viciously mauled by a pack of dogs. This type of attack has prompted BARC, the city’s animal shelter, to make changes in how it handles at-risk animals as they respond to an increase in calls.
Gaming streamer, OnlyFans model ‘Amouranth’ held at gunpoint for Crypto, pistol whipped in Houston home invasion
Read full article: Gaming streamer, OnlyFans model ‘Amouranth’ held at gunpoint for Crypto, pistol whipped in Houston home invasionA popular online gaming streamer and adult content influencer was robbed at gunpoint and violently assaulted at her Houston home, according to the Houston Police Department.
What do you do when your gas line is destroyed in Texas?
Read full article: What do you do when your gas line is destroyed in Texas?It’s not an ideal situation to be in -- nonetheless, a dangerous predicament when a gas line has been damaged on your property. To help de-escalate things, the first step is to ensure everyone’s safety.
Aldine ISD mother wanted, accused of threatening to shoot up middle school where child attended, threatening ‘bullies’
Read full article: Aldine ISD mother wanted, accused of threatening to shoot up middle school where child attended, threatening ‘bullies’The mother of an Aldine ISD middle school student is currently wanted after police say she entered her child’s school without authorization and yelled violent threats at students who she believed were bullying her child.
‘Like my little brother’: Friend of Aldine HS student killed in shooting shares memories
Read full article: ‘Like my little brother’: Friend of Aldine HS student killed in shooting shares memoriesKPRC 2 has learned the identity of the 17-year-old Aldine High School killed in a shooting last week. His name was Irwan Paez.
13-year-old girl charged with stabbing man in back over ‘neighbor dispute’ in Aldine apartment
Read full article: 13-year-old girl charged with stabbing man in back over ‘neighbor dispute’ in Aldine apartmentA 13-year-old girl and her mother have been detained after the girl allegedly stabbed an adult neighbor over an apartment dispute.
5 people injured in shooting at Houston bar; shooter appeared to be firing randomly
Read full article: 5 people injured in shooting at Houston bar; shooter appeared to be firing randomlyOfficers responded to a shooting call at a local bar, arriving to a hectic scene where multiple individuals had been shot.
Dallas convention center evacuated after chaotic incident during cheerleading event
Read full article: Dallas convention center evacuated after chaotic incident during cheerleading eventA convention center in the Dallas area has reportedly been evacuated after there was some sort of incident inside the building during a cheerleading competition.
City of Houston chief medical officer answers questions about Texas measles outbreak
Read full article: City of Houston chief medical officer answers questions about Texas measles outbreakFor the first time in years, Americans are in the midst of an outbreak of the measles virus. Earlier this week, an unvaccinated child in Texas was the first person to die from the virus in a decade, and more than 100 people have confirmed infections.
Man accused of using Uber to transport cocaine through Harris County
Read full article: Man accused of using Uber to transport cocaine through Harris CountyA man was detained after being accused of using an Uber to transport cocaine through the Houston area, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.
13 members of Houston robbery crew charged in robbery and drug conspiracy, including murder
Read full article: 13 members of Houston robbery crew charged in robbery and drug conspiracy, including murderA grand jury returned a superseding indictment Thursday charging 13 Texas men for their roles in a robbery crew that engaged in robbery, drug trafficking, obstruction of justice, and murder, including the killing of two people in July 2023.
Houston families speak out about unfulfilled promises by choreographer for quinceañera services
Read full article: Houston families speak out about unfulfilled promises by choreographer for quinceañera servicesQuinceañeras, one of the most cherished traditions in Latinx culture, are meant to be a grand celebration marking a young woman’s transition into adulthood. But for several Houston-area families, their dream-event turned into a nightmare, when they encountered unfulfilled promises from a choreographer who had been hired to provide dance services for their daughters’ quinceañera celebrations.
Montgomery County detention officer arrested for improper sexual activity with inmate
Read full article: Montgomery County detention officer arrested for improper sexual activity with inmateA detention officer in Montgomery County found himself on the other side of custody after he was charged with having improper sexual contact with an incarcerated person.
It’s a mild start to 2025’s BBQ Cook-Off, but things heat up, and we aren’t talking about the pit.
Read full article: It’s a mild start to 2025’s BBQ Cook-Off, but things heat up, and we aren’t talking about the pit.Temperatures are average for the start of BBQ Cook-Off but mother nature flips to switch to above average for the end of the week.
17-year-old shot, killed after brawl in McDonald’s parking lot near Aldine HS
Read full article: 17-year-old shot, killed after brawl in McDonald’s parking lot near Aldine HSThe body of a 17-year-old boy was found in the parking lot of a McDonald’s in the Aldine area after a shooting that stemmed from a fight.
Woman identified as person of interest in bomb threat at Brazoria County courthouse
Read full article: Woman identified as person of interest in bomb threat at Brazoria County courthouseA person of interest has been identified in a bomb threat made against the Brazoria County courthouse in Angleton, prompting the campus to evacuate and close for the day.
Six new rides opening at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, total of 82 fill the midway
Read full article: Six new rides opening at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, total of 82 fill the midwayThe midway and carnival of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo opens on Thursday along with the World’s Championship BBQ Cookoff.
Former ICE officer pleads guilty to laundering $700K in drug proceeds in Houston area
Read full article: Former ICE officer pleads guilty to laundering $700K in drug proceeds in Houston areaA former deportation officer entered a guilty plea to charges of laundering money while working for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
ONLY ON 2: Inside look at how Fort Bend Co. Judge KP George was processed in jail after ‘inappropriate treatment’ claims
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Inside look at how Fort Bend Co. Judge KP George was processed in jail after ‘inappropriate treatment’ claimsKPRC 2 Investigates ended up in the Fort Bend County Jail on Wednesday to get a firsthand look at what happens when someone gets processed. We wanted to get a close up of what a person goes through once they are arrested or turn themselves into law enforcement.
Memorial Hermann Hospital declared ‘member not in good standing’ by OPTN due to violations of transplant policies
Read full article: Memorial Hermann Hospital declared ‘member not in good standing’ by OPTN due to violations of transplant policiesAt a meeting on Feb. 20, 2025, the board of directors at the Organ Procurement and Transportation Network (OPTN) declared Memorial Hermann Hospital, University of Texas at Houston, a member not in good standing.
FBI releases photo of suspect posing as law enforcement to target Chinese college students
Read full article: FBI releases photo of suspect posing as law enforcement to target Chinese college studentsThe Federal Bureau of Investigation has released a photo of a man accused of impersonating law enforcement and targeting Chinese international students at United States universities.
Search underway in Houston area for missing Baytown woman last seen in June
Read full article: Search underway in Houston area for missing Baytown woman last seen in JuneA search is underway for a missing woman in the Houston area who may be in need of assistance, according the Baytown Police Department.
‘Totally confused’: Rosenberg woman listed as deceased on credit report -- but still alive
Read full article: ‘Totally confused’: Rosenberg woman listed as deceased on credit report -- but still aliveJacqueline Laforcade kept getting denied when she applied for credit. She learned it was because she was listed as deceased on her credit report.
How to enjoy Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on a budget: A one-day guide
Read full article: How to enjoy Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on a budget: A one-day guideGoing to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for the first time is an exciting experience—but let’s be real, it can also get pretty pricey if you’re not prepared.
Man on bike accused of threatening women in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood has been arrested at least 7 other times
Read full article: Man on bike accused of threatening women in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood has been arrested at least 7 other timesWe’re learning more about the man on the bike accused of threatening and attacking women in the Montrose area.
Harris County sues Kitchen and Bath Decor for home renovation scam involving over 100 customers
Read full article: Harris County sues Kitchen and Bath Decor for home renovation scam involving over 100 customersHarris Co. Attorney Christian D. Menefee has filed a lawsuit against the owners of Kitchen and Bath Decor (KBD) for allegedly scamming customers through fraudulent home renovation services.
Thousands of jobs coming to Houston with Apple’s new facility opening in 2026
Read full article: Thousands of jobs coming to Houston with Apple’s new facility opening in 2026Thousands of jobs will be available in Houston in 2026 with the expected opening of Apple’s new advanced facility. It’s apart of the company’s $500 billion plan to invest more into the United States over the nest four years.
Lester Holt to step down as anchor of ‘NBC Nightly News’
Read full article: Lester Holt to step down as anchor of ‘NBC Nightly News’Lester Holt, who has been the anchor and managing editor of “NBC Nightly News” for the past decade, announced on Monday his decision to step down from the broadcast at the start of summer.
Man arrested for using fake license plate he allegedly printed himself
Read full article: Man arrested for using fake license plate he allegedly printed himselfIf you’ve ever thought that a fellow driver’s license plate looked sketchy or strange, you’re not alone. Drivers will sometimes print altered or completely fake versions of license plates. Someone suspected of doing that very thing was arrested in Houston last week.
‘Completely crazy’: HPD arrest man on a bike accused of assaulting women in Montrose
Read full article: ‘Completely crazy’: HPD arrest man on a bike accused of assaulting women in MontroseSeveral women said a man on a bicycle in the Montrose area demanded them for a dollar bill and then either threatened to attack or attacked them. Houston Police arrested the man on Sunday but are asking other possible victims to call them.
Long wait times to fix city water leaks due to over 1,400 backlogged work orders
Read full article: Long wait times to fix city water leaks due to over 1,400 backlogged work ordersSeveral residents reached out to our Click2Houston Help Desk after experiencing long wait times to get water leaks fixed in their neighborhood.
‘Saying something isn’t enough:’ University of Houston students pressing for more safety, campus security
Read full article: ‘Saying something isn’t enough:’ University of Houston students pressing for more safety, campus securityUniversity of Houston students are calling for increased campus security and greater transparency from school leaders. Their concerns were brought directly to UH President Renu Khator during a Board of Regents meeting on Tuesday.
2 teens arrested in connection to violent armored truck robberies including ‘Scrooge Sprayer’ heist
Read full article: 2 teens arrested in connection to violent armored truck robberies including ‘Scrooge Sprayer’ heistTwo teenagers have been arrested for suspected involvement in multiple armored truck robberies across Houston.
Man charged in NW Harris County murder-for-hire attempt believed to be linked to prison gang
Read full article: Man charged in NW Harris County murder-for-hire attempt believed to be linked to prison gangOver the weekend, 50-year-old Ricardo Obando Jr. and his stepson, 24-year-old Matthew Rosas are charged with attempted capital murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection to a botched murder for hire shooting on Feb. 4.
Harris County deputy constable accused of stealing hundreds of dollars in merchandise from grocery store
Read full article: Harris County deputy constable accused of stealing hundreds of dollars in merchandise from grocery storeA Harris County deputy constable was arrested after stealing hundreds of dollars’ worth of merchandise from a grocery store where he worked as a security guards over the span of several months.
‘They call us crazy’: Cy-Fair ISD faces backlash over controversial textbook revisions
Read full article: ‘They call us crazy’: Cy-Fair ISD faces backlash over controversial textbook revisionsThe Cy-Fair Independent School District is under fire for quietly removing chapters on vaccines, climate change, and diversity from its textbooks.
Affordable housing project in Independence Heights paused
Read full article: Affordable housing project in Independence Heights pausedAn affordable housing project in Houston’s Independence Heights neighborhood has been temporarily paused, raising significant concerns among community members and local officials.
Houston city council member Willie Davis announces ' Police, Pastors & People’ initiative
Read full article: Houston city council member Willie Davis announces ' Police, Pastors & People’ initiativeHouston City Council Member Willie Davis is set to announce a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing concerns over violent crime in the community.
Kingwood residents frustrated over ongoing sewer issues
Read full article: Kingwood residents frustrated over ongoing sewer issuesThere's a drainage issue in Kingwood that might take years to permanently fix. Not all sewer lines are connected to the city's main lines. This means the city has to come out every few days to empty them.
Houston DACA recipient shares her story amid uncertain future
Read full article: Houston DACA recipient shares her story amid uncertain futureIn the face of ongoing political and legal challenges surrounding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, Houston resident Eliana Muñoz is sharing her journey as a Dreamer to highlight the human impact of the program and what could happen if it’s revoked.
Houston-based monument company faces lawsuit for failing to pay loan company over $13K
Read full article: Houston-based monument company faces lawsuit for failing to pay loan company over $13KKPRC 2 News has learned Houston-based headstone company Stonecutters Monuments is being sued by a loan company called Fundbox, for failing to pay an amount of more than $13,800.
Flight delays possible at Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports amid severe thunderstorms
Read full article: Flight delays possible at Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports amid severe thunderstormsFlight delays are possible at Bush Intercontinental Airport and Houston William P. Hobby Airport due to severe thunderstorms in the Houston area.
Man wanted for groping 7-year-old girl walking home from school identified, has history of similar attacks
Read full article: Man wanted for groping 7-year-old girl walking home from school identified, has history of similar attacksOfficers with the Houston Police Department are looking for a man who assaulted a 7-year-old girl while she was walking home from school in the Woodland Heights neighborhood two weeks ago.
University of Houston students call for action after string of violent incidents
Read full article: University of Houston students call for action after string of violent incidentsThe University of Houston community continues to grapple with fear and frustration following a string of violent incidents on or near campus, including two attacks in the Welcome Center Student Parking Garage.
Dog expected to make full recovery after being hit, kicked by Sugar Land man in backyard
Read full article: Dog expected to make full recovery after being hit, kicked by Sugar Land man in backyardA dog is expected to make a full recovery after it was captured on video being flung around and kicked by a man in the backyard of a Sugar Land home.
Man arrested, charged for allegedly misleading police on suspects’ whereabouts in deadly Spring shooting
Read full article: Man arrested, charged for allegedly misleading police on suspects’ whereabouts in deadly Spring shootingAn additional arrest has been made in the murder investigation that escalated to a manhunt in the Spring area last week.
Husband charged with murder after Lamar CISD educator killed inside her Richmond home
Read full article: Husband charged with murder after Lamar CISD educator killed inside her Richmond homeA husband has been charged with murder after police say he killed his wife inside their Richmond home Sunday afternoon.