An illegal dump site behind an abandoned Pizza Hut in the 8000 block of Antoine Drive in Inwood has been growing for the past three to four months.

In a city known for sweltering summers, sticky humidity and months of triple-digit heat indexes, a new report suggests many Houstonians may not be drinking enough water to keep up.

Over the past three seasons, Tomball has compiled an impressive 117-11 record while making three consecutive appearances in the UIL 6A State Championship game. Now, the Cougars are one win away from adding another title to their growing legacy.

With Houston set to take center stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Texas officials are urging residents and visitors to download a free safety app that could help prevent crimes and potential threats before they happen.

Two days after a Brazoria County deputy shot and killed John Mendoza Jr. and reportedly called it an accidental discharge, Sheriff Bo Stallman issued his first public statement Wednesday saying Texas Rangers were called in from day one.

The Houston Rockets are set to debut a new look tomorrow, and it’s shaping up to be the franchise’s biggest brand overhaul in more than two decades.

A person has died after being hit by a car in the Washington Avenue area Wednesday morning.

A massive pothole along Wirt Road had residents worried about safety and frustrated by what they described as a slow response to their concerns.

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to arrive in Houston in just days, federal law enforcement officials are warning the public to stay alert and report suspicious activity as massive crowds begin pouring into the city.

Houston leaders say they’ve spent more than two years planning for World Cup-related events — and that the goal is to be ready to handle the influx of visitors while keeping everyday police, fire and EMS response steady across the city.

The George Bush Intercontinental Airport is experiencing flight delays due to thunderstorms move across the area Tuesday afternoon, according to the FAA.

The report found that nearly 11% of Texas children under the age of 6 lacked health insurance in 2024 — a dramatic increase from 7.9% just two years earlier. Researchers say that jump translates to more than 73,000 additional uninsured children across the state.

Pride Month is kicking off in a big way in Houston this weekend as thousands are expected to gather downtown for the 48th Annual Official Houston Pride LGBT+ Celebration Festival and Parade on Saturday.

As Houston prepares to welcome the world’s biggest sporting event, a new environmental analysis suggests the city could face a significant sustainability challenge during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

For the first time since 2023, thousands of Houstonians seeking affordable housing will have an opportunity to apply for public housing as Housing Alliance HTX prepares to reopen waitlists for eight public housing communities later this month.

Houston has landed near the top of a troubling national list.

As summer settles into Southeast Texas and hurricane season gets underway, many Houstonians are reaching for tissues, allergy medicine and eye drops.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged with a felony after investigators say he illegally sold disabled parking placards through social media, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office.

As many Americans continue searching for work in a challenging job market, experts are warning job seekers to stay alert for recruitment scams that can drain bank accounts and steal personal information.

Authorities are investigating a suspicious package discovered Monday in downtown Conroe, prompting evacuations and multiple street closures near the Montgomery County Courthouse.

The Cleveland Browns and Los Angeles Rams started the sports week off with a bang, completing the biggest trade of the NFL offseason thus far.

If it feels like mosquitoes always choose you over everyone else at the backyard barbecue, you’re not imagining it. As Houston enters peak mosquito season, many residents are swatting away more bites than ever. But scientists say mosquitoes don’t randomly pick their targets. Certain people naturally give off signals that make them far more attractive to the blood-sucking insects.

A large-scale law enforcement operation targeting alleged illegal gambling activity unfolded Monday morning across Galveston County and neighboring areas.

A man was fatally shot Sunday night in Houston’s Greater East End, according to Houston Police Department.

A recent Carnival Corporation data breach may have exposed the personal information of millions of passengers, including more than 800,000 Texans. Cybersecurity experts explain how the breach happened and the steps consumers can take to protect themselves from identity theft and fraud.

Texas travelers who sailed with Carnival could be among those impacted by a newly disclosed cybersecurity breach that exposed sensitive personal information, including passport and driver’s license numbers.

A man who spent years fighting for justice in his daughter’s unsolved murder was honored at a memorial in Harris County.

A man was arrested after hundreds of photos of “child erotica” were seized from a Houston-area home, Harris County Constable Precinct One Alan Rosen announced.

The FBI is warning fans about fake FIFA websites targeting those seeking information or tickets for the 2026 World Cup, including in Houston. Cybercriminals are creating convincing copycat sites using slightly altered web addresses to steal personal and financial information. These scams, known as 'typo squatting,' involve domains with misspellings or unusual endings and are expected to increase as the tournament approaches. Officials advise visiting FIFA’s official site directly, bookmarking legitimate pages, and reporting suspected scams to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.

Running has become increasingly popular across Houston, with more people joining run clubs, training outdoors and embracing fitness despite the city’s brutal summer weather.

Charges against the co-owners of Richardson Mortuary in Houston were dropped after prosecutors said they could not prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt, though charges may be refiled.

A new nationwide study examining fatal intersection crashes reveals a troubling divide across Texas, with some cities emerging as among the safest in America while others are seeing deadly crashes surge.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has been designated as one of three U.S. entry points for travelers arriving from countries affected by an Ebola outbreak, as Houston prepares to host World Cup matches next month.

A Brookshire woman says she’s spent three years trying to get answers about a commemorative brick she purchased from the city — and now she wants her money back.

Houston is set to host FIFA World Cup matches, but some fans say they’re paying hundreds of dollars for tickets without fully understanding what they’re getting.

With matches coming to NRG Stadium and a month-long FanFest planned downtown, transportation officials are already warning Houstonians to prepare for significant traffic impacts during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

As thousands of families across the Houston area prepare to pack up and relocate this summer, the Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to stay alert for moving scams that could turn an exciting new chapter into a financial nightmare.

A Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office jury has convicted a Richmond man in connection with a deadly 2022 shooting, sentencing him to 65 years in prison.

If it feels like you’re sweating the moment you walk outside in Houston, you’re not imagining it.

The image of roommates being mostly college students and young professionals is changing in Houston.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle Tuesday afternoon on a Houston area Freeway.

An expensive discovery was made this week after Pct. 4 deputies recovered a stolen Ferrari at a Houston area home, according to Corporal Thomas with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

An 11-year-old boy who went missing in the waters off Surfside Beach over Memorial Day weekend has been found dead, according to Texas EquuSearch founder Tim Miller.

The Houston Astros haven’t had the start fans hoped for in 2026, but the squad gave its traveling supporters something to cheer about Wednesday night.

Today for the families who spent their Monday at Houston National Cemetery, the holiday carries a much deeper meaning.

Texas voters head to the polls Tuesday in several closely watched runoff elections, including a high-profile Democratic congressional matchup in Houston and the Republican U.S. Senate runoff drawing national attention.

Search crews are still combing the waters off Surfside Beach more than 24 hours after a 11-year-old boy was swept away while swimming.

A 17-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital Monday afternoon after suffering serious injuries from a shark bite while aboard a boat offshore near Galveston, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

With just weeks to go before Houston hosts its first FIFA World Cup match, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo addressed growing public concerns Monday over Ebola cases connected to central Africa and what that could mean for the region during the international event.

A driver was taken into custody early Monday morning after leading Houston police on a pursuit following a chaotic car meetup event in north Houston, according to scanner traffic.

A body was discovered Monday morning near Brays Bayou in southeast Houston, prompting an investigation by the Houston Police Department.

A Montgomery County man is facing a murder charge after deputies say a domestic disturbance early Monday morning ended with his mother dead and a violent confrontation with law enforcement.

Houston police say a home invasion near West Alabama and Brandt streets in Montrose may have been connected to a dating app — and a local domestic violence advocate for victims is urging people to stay alert when meeting strangers online.

An active search is underway Sunday night for a 10-year-old child who went missing in the water at Surfside Beach, according to the Surfside Police Department.

As Memorial Day approaches, a local volunteer group invited the Houston community to remember the true meaning behind the holiday through a tradition at Houston National Cemetery.

Harris County officials are continuing to investigate a deadly shooting at a Spring apartment complex that left two people dead, and authorities have now announced an arrest in the case.

Montgomery County deputies responded to an active shooting on Nottingham Street in the eastern part of the county near I-69 and SH 99.

The City of Houston approved new short-term rental regulations in 2025, with enforcement beginning this year. The rules require many short-term rentals to register with the city, provide a 24-hour emergency contact and comply with regulations aimed at preventing large parties and nuisance complaints.

A strong smell of natural gas reported across parts of the Houston area Thursday afternoon led to multiple emergency responses, including evacuations at a Lone Star College campus, according to officials.

Newly obtained court documents are revealing chilling new details in the fatal shooting of a woman in northwest Harris County, including eyewitness testimony from the victim’s son, live audio captured during the attack, and extensive digital evidence investigators say ties the suspect to the killing.

Some Houston ISD students will take over NRG Arena Wednesday night — not for sports or concerts — but to pitch businesses they built from the ground up.

Nearly 3 years after Austin Kanuch was stabbed in his sleep, his family is turning grief into determination, unveiling a memorial bench in Cypress Park while a $40,000 reward is on the table for information leading to an arrest.

The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office says a case involving a man accused of secretly giving his pregnant girlfriend an abortion pill — leading to the death of her unborn child — may be the first of its kind in Texas.

A California teenager is speaking out after his image was falsely circulated across social media as one of the perpetrators in Monday’s shooting at a San Diego mosque that left five people dead, including both gunmen.

A former correctional officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice has pleaded guilty to a federal civil rights violation after admitting he participated in a conspiracy to assault an inmate at a prison in East Texas.

Hurricane season is less than two weeks away, and one of the biggest threats to your home might already be standing in your backyard. KPRC 2 spoke with Brad Phillips, an ISA Certified Master Arborist with 26 years of experience — the highest credential in the field — to talk about what homeowners should be looking for right now, before the storms arrive.

For one north Houston family, everyday routines like showering and getting children ready for school became difficult after they said the hot water at their apartment complex stopped working for more than a week.

A 23-year-old man was arrested Monday for allegedly inappropriately filming women shopping at a Walmart store off the North Freeway.

If your next road trip includes a stop at Buc-ee’s, there’s a new gas payment policy you’ll want to know before pulling up to the pump. The Texas-based travel center chain has rolled out a new “pay-at-the-pump” rule that changes how customers using credit and debit cards can buy fuel.

Houston police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a person of interest wanted for questioning in the fatal stabbing of a man found inside a vehicle in a downtown parking garage over the weekend.

Summer vacation is almost here for students across the Houston area.

A gun was pulled during a dog attack Tuesday at an apartment complex in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

A ground stop has been issued at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) after a disabled aircraft being reported on the runway.

Officials have now identified both the victim and the suspect after a 21-year-old woman was found shot to death inside a home near Crosby on Monday afternoon.

As temperatures begin to rise across the Houston area, the City of Houston is preparing to kick off the 2026 swim season with the early opening of several public pools later this month.

Authorities are investigating after a woman was found shot to death at a home in the Crosby area Sunday evening, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Another election is here for Houston-area voters, and for some residents, it’s starting to feel like the campaigns never stop.

For the second time in the month of May, a Harris County murder defendant allegedly cut off his court-ordered GPS ankle monitor just before his trial was scheduled to begin.

Brett Jensen, who ran for Texas’ 8th Congressional District as a lifelong conservative, was arrested Sunday night and charged with assault-family violence involving impeding breathing, according to Harris County court records.

A 29-year-old man was arrested over the weekend on a terroristic threat warrant after allegedly making death threats at Houston’s Ismaili Center Houston last month.

Hurricane season starts June 1. Learn how Houston families living paycheck to paycheck can build an affordable 7 day hurricane kit with water, non-perishable food and other essentials without breaking the bank.

Houston city leaders, aviation officials and the family of late U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee gathered Monday at George Bush Intercontinental Airport for the official naming ceremony of Sheila Jackson Lee Terminal E.

The Coast Guard is searching for a kayaker who went missing near West Galveston Bay Sunday night.

Houston police are investigating the apparent fatal stabbing of a man discovered inside a vehicle in a downtown parking garage Sunday afternoon.

Jeep Weekend 2026 wrapped up with more than 100 arrests and roughly 1,500 traffic stops, but no reported injuries, according to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office.

A manhunt in northwest Harris County ended in an arrest Sunday afternoon after multiple agencies used drone technology to help locate a suspect.

Austin Police Department has issued a shelter-in-place in parts of South Austin as officials search for suspects connected to multiple shootings in the area.

The Tomball restaurant manager accused of killing his coworker by giving her a fatal bump of fentanyl in August 2024 has been sentenced to six years in prison.

A suspect was taken into custody after barricading himself inside a home in northwest Harris County during a SWAT standoff.

A 47-year-old man has been charged with capital murder in the death of an employee at Tropical Tea, a karaoke bar in the Little Saigon neighborhood.

A Porter man has admitted to shooting and killing a bald eagle at his home in northeast Harris County, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.

If you’re stopped at a red light in Texas and tempted to check a text, scroll social media, or answer a message, you could still be breaking the law.

As Senior Fraud Awareness Day approaches on Friday, a new study shows Texas ranks in the middle of the pack when it comes to scams targeting older adults.

A suspected catalytic converter thief is in custody after what Houston police described as a chaotic pursuit involving a vehicle chase, an electric scooter, a foot chase and even a swim through Little White Oak Bayou.

A newly obtained search warrant reveals disturbing allegations against a former Katy ISD employee accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old student and communicating with the child through social media.

A Brazoria County attorney was held in contempt after a judge said he repeatedly used a racial slur “in a derisive manner” during a custody trial. Court records show the attorney must submit written apologies or face jail time and a fine.

Parts of the Katy area have sunk about 14 inches since 2007, according to new data from the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District, which says some of Houston’s fastest-growing suburbs are continuing to slowly sink as groundwater pumping persists.

The WNBA announced Wednesday that WNBA and NBA owners unanimously approved the sale of the Connecticut Sun and the team’s relocation to Houston ahead of the 2027 season.

Time is running out to challenge your property tax bill, and the savings could be significant.

As questions about hantavirus continue circulating online, KPRC 2 took some of the internet’s most common concerns to Dr. Sheldon Kaplan, who said he has worked in infectious diseases at Texas Children’s Hospital for 50 years.