Katy High School has been among the top programs in the sport for decades. With nine state titles, 15 title game appearances and 43 total playoff appearances, the Tigers are as battle tested as they come.

If you needed another sign that 2025 is flying by, look no further! We’re already getting pumped for the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Two members of the Galveston Municipal Police Association were hospitalized Wednesday morning after nearly drowning during a training exercise.

Two left lanes have been blocked off from traffic on I-69 Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 as crews work to repair damaged concrete, according to TxDOT.

It looks like a patch of wilderness dropped into the middle of a proud Houston neighborhood — years of unchecked growth have turned into what neighbors call a “jungle” just a few doors down from their homes.

Court documents have revealed more information about a homeowner who was charged with murder after allegedly shooting 11-year-old Julian Guzman, who knocked on his house’s door and ran away.

After dropping two straight games to the Los Angeles Angels, the Houston Astros ended the four-game series on a high note with an 8-3 victory in the finale.

Conroe Independent School District is moving ahead with implementing a new state law requiring Ten Commandments displays in K-12 public classrooms, despite opposition from some parents and the absence of penalties for non-compliance.

Last week, KPRC 2 revealed how a closed CVS store in Cypress has become a massive illegal dumping site.

Human skeletal remains were found in a wooded area in southwest Houston.

The community in Kerrville, Texas, is coming together Friday night for an emotional high school football season opener between the Tivy Antlers and the Del Rio Rams.

A robbery suspect fleeing in a vehicle crashed into a Houston METRO bus, causing multiple injuries.

This afternoon Rep. Al Green, D-Tex., sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Dr. Lisa Cook, calling the move “unjustified” and warning it threatens the central bank’s independence and U.S. economic stability.

Authorities are beginning search efforts in Lake Conroe after an adult was reported missing in the water.

A former CVS parking lot in Sugar Land has become an illegal dumping ground and homeless encampment, raising safety and health concerns among nearby residents.

Texas City High School has been placed on lockdown as police investigate a reported threat to the school, Texas City Independent School District stated.

Gov. Greg Abbott has announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of heavy rain expected to impact the state through Labor Day weekend.

Familias que viven en los condominios Glenwood Village, en el sureste de Houston, aseguran que pagan cientos de dólares cada mes en renta o cuotas de la asociación de dueños (HOA), pero sus hogares son inseguros y están en mal estado.

Families at Glenwood Village Condominiums in southeast Houston say they are paying hundreds each month in rent or HOA fees, but their homes are unsafe and falling apart.

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash Thursday afternoon on IH-45 in Conroe, according to Conroe Police Department.

A woman is dead and two children were rushed to the hospital after being pulled from a submerged vehicle in a causeway in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Three people were hospitalized following a major two-vehicle crash in southwest Houston.

Houston police have released surveillance video of two wanted suspects tied to the fatal shooting of a man at an apartment complex in northwest Houston in July.

A man has been arrested after being accused of violently assaulting a 20-year-old autistic man while he was fishing along the shoreline of Galveston Island, the Galveston Police Department announced Wednesday.

Newark Liberty International Airport experienced equipment issues Thursday morning, causing nationwide flight delays, including at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, according to reports.

Authorities are investigating a serious car crash in northwest Harris County.

Two pastors were arrested on federal charges for allegedly running a $50 million labor trafficking and money laundering operation tied to their church network.

The Conroe Independent School District Board of Trustees named Dr. David Vinson as the lone finalist for superintendent of schools.

Residents at a Sugar Land senior living facility are reporting missed medical appointments and dangerous falls due to broken elevators.

More than 1,000 pounds of marijuana was seized during a multi-agency narcotics operation at a Stafford warehouse on Wednesday.

Joggers at Mason Park in Houston are speaking out after reports of a man harassing women near the park’s new bridge.

Gov. Greg Abbott will ceremonially sign Texas’ Make America Healthy Again legislation Wednesday afternoon at the Texas Capitol in Austin.

Two Harris County deputies were arrested on DWI charges over the weekend. Sgt. Dung Hoang was reportedly driving 130 mph in uniform after consuming four drinks at Mo’s Place in Katy, prompting a Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission investigation into the bar.

Vecinos de Kings Colony aseguran que sus calles llevan más de una década en mal estado, al grado que cada recorrido se siente como una pista de obstáculos.

Residents of Kings Colony say their neighborhood roads have been in disrepair for more than a decade, turning each drive into an obstacle course.

A bill addressing who can serve on the Youth Camp Advisory Committee is headed to the Texas House.

On Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, Bridgestone debuted its free “Teens Drive Smart” driving experience at NRG Stadium, offering classroom instruction and hands‑on exercises intended to teach Houston‑area teens defensive driving and safer decision‑making behind the wheel.

A Houston business owner was arrested on Tuesday morning after a monthslong investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office on charges connected to impersonating a Houston internet influencer and creating fake nude images of the woman.

The wait for Yordan Alvarez’s return seems to finally be over.

A man who was arrested last week for copper theft has been taken into custody again after deputies with found him with more stolen property during a traffic stop.

A person has died after a fatal crash involving an SUV and a tractor-trailer in Sugar Land.

Katy Independent School District Board of Trustees has approved its operating budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

A month-long battle with illegal dumping in Houston’s Sunnyside neighborhood ended quickly after residents reached out to KPRC 2 for help.

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office (FBCSO) is reporting a significant rise in fraudulent schemes targeting local residents.

Un tribunal federal de apelaciones autorizó al gobierno de Donald Trump a poner fin al Estatus de Protección Temporal, conocido como TPS, para personas de Nepal, Honduras y Nicaragua. La decisión afecta a más de 61,000 inmigrantes en todo el país —incluyendo a miles de familias que viven en Houston.

A federal appeals court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status, or TPS, for people from Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

The Houston Police Department responded to a wooded area near Memorial Park after an “unexploded” bomb was found Monday afternoon.

Sports Director Randy McIlvoy and VYPE Media's Matt Malatesta spotlight the teams to look out for.

Two deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office were both arrested in two separate traffic stops over the weekend on drunk driving charges.

Listed at 6-foot-4 and 280 pounds by 247Sports, the offensive tackle is entering his junior season in 2025. He is currently ranked as the No. 2 player in the nation, the No. 1 player in Texas and the No. 1 offensive tackle in the 2027 recruiting class.

Chambers County prosecutors and the defense attorney for Sarah Hartsfield are fighting to keep a camera out of the courtroom for her September murder trial.

The Houston Astros have signed veteran pitcher Craig Kimbrel.

One of the most accomplished quarterbacks in the history of Houston high school football was honored for his legendary career.

There have been an increased in black bear sightings in East Texas, according to biologists with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).

Local authorities arrested a man who was accused of burglarizing multiple homes in Houston Heights.

Over the summer, retail pork prices reached record highs, and experts believe they are expected to remain high into the holidays.

Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are facing a class action lawsuit by passengers who says they paid extra money to sit in “window” seats, but instead placed in seats next to a blank wall, NBC News reports.

Mayor John Whitmire has implemented stronger traffic control measures to protect students walking near Lamar High School.

A Katy Independent School District student says the district’s interpretation of a new Texas law means teachers and staff can no longer call him by his chosen name.

La administración Trump está desplegando buques de guerra, aviones y tropas adicionales en el Caribe, describiendo la medida como una misión para combatir a los carteles de la droga que operan en la región. El presidente venezolano Nicolás Maduro la calificó como un “acto de agresión”, acusando a Washington de amenazar la paz y estabilidad de su país.

The Trump administration is deploying warships, aircraft, and additional troops to the Caribbean, describing the move as a mission to crack down on drug cartels operating in the region.

A natural gas compressor station being built in Conroe has sparked outrage among families and business owners who say the project threatens their safety, property values, and the future of their community.

An Amber Alert has been issued for a young teen who was last seen with a man in Salado, Texas.

A man who fatally shot his girlfriend in east Houston is claiming that he did so in self defense.

A ground stop has been issued at Bush Intercontinental Airport due to scattered thunderstorms Wednesday evening.

Familias en Cullen Park Apartments dicen que han pasado años viviendo en condiciones inseguras e inhabitables. Después de varias semanas de reportajes de KPRC 2 que expusieron moho, aires acondicionados descompuestos y crecientes problemas de salud, líderes de la ciudad ahora prometen inspecciones completas y rendición de cuentas.

Families at Cullen Park Apartments say they’ve spent years living with unsafe and unlivable conditions.

A Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Deputy has been indicted on a charge of sexual assault, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

Texas’ Democrats have returned to the state, ending their two-week-long boycott of Governor Greg Abbott’s special legislative session.

Domestic violence is a rampant issue in Houston, accounting for about 40% of deaths in the city, according to Lieutenant John Klafka from the Harris County Sheriff’s Department.

Driving on streets and highways in the Houston area can be a challenge. Traffic jams are one thing, but potholes and buckled roads cause real headaches for drivers.

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick will hold a press conference Tuesday afternoon to make a campaign announcement.

A woman was arrested after she was found to be driving while intoxicated with her child in the vehicle.

Local authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in an aggravated robbery near the elevator at a west Houston hotel.

The first day on the job is always memorable, but for two new employees at Kroger’s 43rd Street location, Friday was unforgettable.

A fire has been reported at an apartment complex in southeast Harris County.

Houston officials unveiled a new digital mapping tool designed to help residents avoid delays and stay safe at railroad crossings, addressing a persistent transportation challenge in a state that leads the nation in rail-related incidents.

Un adolescente de Houston que recibió varios disparos en su propia casa mientras enterraba a su conejillo de Indias se está recuperando tras semanas hospitalizado. El presunto tirador, identificado por la víctima y su hermano, continúa prófugo.

A Houston teenager who was shot in his own yard while burying his guinea pig is now recovering at home after weeks in the hospital. His alleged shooter remains on the run — and the victim’s family says they’re the ones doing the work to find him.

A second fugitive listed on FBI Houston’s 10 Most Wanted Fugitives List has been taken into custody.

The Texas Department of Public Safety has introduced a new design for Texas driver license, with the new look going into effect starting Aug. 18.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has officially declared an end to this year’s measles outbreak in West Texas.

After years of back-and-forth and courtroom battles, the San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) and the City of Conroe have finally reached an agreement that leaders say will benefit everyone in the community.

A house in Spring caught on fire after it was struck by lightning Friday.

Texas Education Agency Commissioner, Mike Morath will discuss the Houston Independent School District’s accountability ratings

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott called for another Texas Legislature’s special session after the first session was adjourned Friday morning after failing to make a quorum.

Several lanes were closed on the Katy Freeway at Mason Road following a multi-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon.

On the football field, Jullian Pereida, the fearless middle linebacker for Channelview High School, was a sight to behold.

The Houston Rockets have released their schedule for the 2025-26 NBA season, and it reflects the basketball world’s excitement to watch the new-look team.

A woman is in critical condition after she was reportedly shot by her partner who then turned the gun on himself.

The Texas Senate has passed Senate Bill 8, a bill that will make several changes to education in public schools across the state, namely replacing the STARR exam and restoring A-F public school accountability ratings.

An armed man involved in a fatal shooting at a home was shot, killed by a Harris County Precinct 4 constable deputy, according to Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman.

Fort Bend County prosecutors have now alleged that County Judge KP George improperly used campaign funds for personal expenses, including property taxes and a home down payment.

A gas odor prompted an evacuation at a Conroe Independent School District elementary school Thursday morning.

A man has died after being involved in a car crash on Houston’s westside.

After a months-long investigation, a Galveston man was taken into custody and charged with crimes related to possession of illegal drugs and weapons.

The family of a victim in the Hill Country floods has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a resort where she was staying.

If you live in the Houston area, you might have noticed that air quality alerts are issued throughout the year by the U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI).

A ground stop has been issued at Bush Intercontinental Airport due to scattered thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon.

Two men, a father and son duo, were arrested and extradited from Mexico to Houston on multiple counts of child sex abuse charges against two minors, Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare announced.