Spring Independent School District (Spring ISD) has officially opened its nationwide search for a new superintendent of schools.

The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office says an investigation is underway after a man and woman were found dead in Spring.

The DAs say in two lawsuits that a new rule requiring counties to hand over almost all documents the attorney general’s office requests violates state and federal law.

In 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.

A small plane has reportedly crashed into a tree near the West Houston Airport.

Happening May 17–18 at The Crown Festival Park in Sugar Land, this global music celebration offers two days of vibrant performances, cultural fusion, and family fun.

Human remains have been found at a burned home in northwest Harris County, as crews searched for a 20-year-old woman, missing after the fire.

A federal judge in Texas struck down guidance from a government agency specifying protections against workplace harassment based on gender identity and sexual orientation.

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are at the scene where a man’s body was discovered inside a northwest Harris County home.

Two 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.

Understanding liens is crucial: they can be voluntary, like a mortgage, or involuntary, imposed without your consent.

It seems like an easy answer, but even recent, notable films that are supposed to be set in Texas, like "Hit Man" and "The Iron Claw," were filmed in Louisiana.

Paige Bueckers is set to make her highly anticipated WNBA regular-season debut.

The public is welcome to come watch the goats at work as they cover almost 7 acres of land.

These agreements have left homeowners unaware that they were essentially giving up the rights to their homes for a few hundred dollars.

For Houstonians, the derecho in May 2024 was start of a long summer of storms. But for researchers, it was the storm they’d been waiting for the chance to study.

It's unclear how the driver lost control of her SUV but deputy constables say she did not show signs of intoxication and was not arrested or need to be hospitalized.

Authorities have a Texas mother behind bars after an investigation revealed she helped her son plot a terror attack against his middle school by buying him ammunition and tactical gear.

On Saturday, CenterPoint Energy is sponsoring what is said to be “the largest hurricane preparedness event in Texas” with a safety expo at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

Some measures that made it through before midnight dealt with jail bonds, an unconstitutional ban on gay sex, and the liability of vaccine manufacturers.

This anticipated pitchers' duel fully lived up to expectations.

House Bill 3006 would require the installation of climate control in state prison facilities by 2032.

The center, located at the Texas Medical Center, aims to revolutionize pediatric cancer care by integrating resources and strategies of both institutions.

A U.S. Army solider is facing charges related to receiving material containing child pornography.

Harris County will dedicate a downtown building in honor of the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. The ceremony, scheduled for Thursday at 1111 Fannin, will unveil the new name of the 17-story office building, which recently underwent upgrades.

We've got some thrilling investigations shaking up the Houston scene.

Texas is raising the bar and the beer glass! James Simpson, host of What’s on Tap Radio, joined us with four award-winning Texas beers that made waves at the 2025 World Beer Cup, known as the Olympics of Beer. PLUS: How to support your local breweries during American Craft Beer Week You can listen to What’s on Tap Radio Sundays 3–5 PM CST on KPRC 950AM

The Supreme Court has revived a civil rights lawsuit against a Texas police officer who fatally shot a man during a traffic stop over unpaid tolls.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is temporarily housing inmates at a facility in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana, due to staffing shortages at the Polk County Jail.

Have you or someone you know been approached with a suspicious 'right-to-list' contract? These agreements, often targeting vulnerable homeowners, promise a tempting upfront payment, but lock you into a 40-year commitment with companies like MV Realty.

Twelve House Republicans joined Democrats to approve repealing the ban, which has been unenforced since 2003. It is the first time the bill has made it to the House floor since it was first proposed decades ago.

With Princeton leading the Texas pack, the state continues to set the pace for the rest of the nation, with seven of the 15 fastest-growing cities.

The Colorado Rockies left Texas as the first team in baseball’s modern era to lose 36 of their first 43 games and hoping an off day in Arizona can help them reset.

The Colorado Rockies lost 8-3 to the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night to become the first team in baseball’s modern era to lose 36 of their first 43 games.

Baytown Police say Highway 146 is shutdown at Kilgore Parkway after a multi-vehicle crash caused by a driver running a red light.

After a hospital in Cleveland closed its doors Monday with a sign on the front door, KPRC 2 has learned that the closure is only temporary.

A family of five from Houston was killed during an accident while they were driving to the Dallas area for Mother’s Day.

The bill would cap out-of-state political donations to a candidate or lawmaker to $5,000 for a statewide election, $2,500 for a district office and $1,000 for a county office.

Humble ISD has launched an investigation to find out how a special needs child wandered away from school during recess and into the home of a nearby resident.

In an appeal filed this week, Maria Rojas’ attorneys accused Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office of a careless investigation.

A Texas City man will spend the next 50 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of his mother.

The Texas House must approve changes to the proposal that were brokered by party leaders. It’s part of a package of bills to bring down property taxes statewide.

Senators will hold a hearing Thursday on their counterproposal to the House's school funding bill. House Democrats and public education advocates have criticized the upper chamber for not moving faster to advance the legislation.

Karmelo Anthony, the Texas teen accused of fatally stabbing a fellow student at a Frisco track meet last month will graduate.

After more than a week without a working elevator at Jubilee at Texas Parkway, management at the independent senior living complex has released a new statement addressing growing resident concerns and providing a clearer repair timeline.

A Georgetown University scholar from India has been released from immigration detention after he was arrested in the Trump administration’s crackdown on foreign college students.

Court records showed Donald Carson, 55, had been arrested at least twice (in 2003 and 1993) before he was arrested over the weekend for causing a deadly crash that claimed a 3-year-old's life.

Authorities say a hit-and-run driver who fatally struck a 76-year-old pedestrian Tuesday evening in Spring has been apprehended.

As the summer heat sets in this week, we’re taking a deeper dive into some of Houston’s hottest zip codes. The latest data shows neighborhoods in southwest Houston tend to be hotter than other areas and are considered “High heat stress” areas.

A raft of social conservative priorities backed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick hang in the balance, including efforts to infuse more religion into public schools.

Supporters say the bill would protect farmland in Texas. Opponents say limiting PFAS chemicals in biosolids will force water utilities to look at other disposal methods, which will lead to higher utility bills.

A hospital in Cleveland has closed its doors.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says it happened around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of Greenhouse Road and Hollyhock Drive.

Conservative lawmakers say DEI efforts are discriminatory and push liberal ideologies on children. Critics point to research showing a diverse teacher body helps students succeed academically.

Clayton Kershaw will make his season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday against the Los Angeles Angels.

It is unclear whether the House bill could come back as an amendment to another measure before the legislative session ends June 2.

The agency did not offer details about the types of crimes or immigration violations the majority of the people were accused of.

David Barnes has been detained in Russia since 2022.

Before the House takes a final vote on the bill, it could face a proposal that would allow adults and minors to marry if their age gap is three years or less.

Crime 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.

Texas has initiated an investigation into a popular cereal brand for advertising its products as healthy despite containing toxic ingredients, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Tuesday.

In this week’s episode, we discuss Texas’ rising home prices and the steps the Legislature is taking to reduce them.

As these potential changes unfold, financial literacy becomes a crucial focus.

Sweltering heat more commonly seen in the throes of summer than in the spring is making an unwelcome visit to a large portion of the U.S. – from the Dakotas to Texas and other parts of the South – prompting forecasters to tell residents to use caution outside.

Few institutions are more revered in the Houston area than the H-E-B grocery store chain. When you’re in Texas, you don’t want to get caught messing with your local H-E-B.

With the summer heatwave coming in hot (no pun intended), ERCOT is expecting peak demand for residents looking to cool off. Its dashboard forecasts to shatter last year's records and potentially threaten the all-time demand record.

Student discipline, uncertified teachers and school bans on DEI and cellphones are some of the topics being debated at the Texas Legislature this session.

The bill originally allowed pregnant women to drive in HOV lanes, to be consistent with Texas abortion laws, but legislators extended it to all mothers.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the crash happened at approximately 3:17 p.m. Saturday on Interstate 45 near FM 977.

Nearly two months ago on March 17, KPRC 2 reported on the Fort Bend County Libraries system experiencing a “cybersecurity incident” resulting in a shutdown of nearly all computers in its system.

High school athletes in Texas may soon be able to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL), a game-changing development similar to recent shifts at the college level.

Residents at a Missouri City senior living complex say they’ve now gone more than a week without a working elevator leaving some residents stranded in their apartments and others unable to safely navigate the stairs.

House Bill 4 would make the test shorter and base scores on how students’ performance compares to national averages.

Mo is back on the radio in Houston! After months of searching for the perfect new voice to join the Rod Ryan Show on 94.5 The Buzz, the team landed on a familiar and beloved Houston radio personality - Monica “Mo” Lunsford.

A woman was killed and another man and woman were hurt after a fatal crash involving a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) in Liberty County.

A fire captain in a Central Texas city was killed in a car crash Sunday morning, immediately after he welcomed his fifth child.

Have plans to travel during Memorial Day weekend? You and millions of other Texans are planning the same.

Austin police are seeking public assistance to locate Ava Marie Gonzales, a 9-year-old girl missing since 2017 when last seen in the custody of her mother, Virginia Gonzales.

These bills could soon allow high school athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness, just like their college counterparts.

Want to be a hero? Ordinarily, tuition costs for EMTS are about $1,600 for their 12-week course at all Texas National EMS Academy's campuses. Registration is now open for classes starting May 26.

Constable deputies said a driver threw a burrito at Arturo Villareal's car after they "exchanged words" and followed him around a Dollar Tree parking lot. That's when investigators say Villareal turned his car around and slammed into the other driver's car.

Texans kicker restructures contract for salary cap reasons

Firefighters did not say how the crash happened but said two vehicles were on fire; one person died and three others were hospitalized—two of them were last said to be in serious condition.

The bill contains many provisions legal experts say are likely unconstitutional, including one that says it can’t be challenged in state court.

A teenage girl and her infant child have been reported missing in the Austin area.

The Astros showed out for moms across the Houston area Sunday, blowing out the Cincinnati Reds 6-0 to clinch their weekend series.

Country’s biggest night featured names like Alan Jackson, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Cody Johnson and more.

Nicole Latour has received several calls from people claiming to have her dog, but they refuse to FaceTime her or meet in person, while demanding money.

According to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.

Two after-hours bars in southeast Houston were shut down overnight in a coordinated raid by multiple law enforcement agencies.

Lawmakers in 2017 took a major step to end most child marriages. However, emancipated teenagers 16 and older can get married.

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen announced new safety measures ahead of the upcoming Jeep Weekend, which takes place from May 16 at 6 a.m. to May 19 at midnight.

Authorities say the man who was shot by police on Tuesday after a confrontation with officers in the Greatwood area of Sugar Land remains in the hospital.

Google will pay $1.4 billion to Texas to settle claims the company collected data on users without permission.

The state attorney general sued Google in 2022, alleging it unlawfully tracked and collected users’ private data.

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn of Texas says the U.S. Department of Justice has opened a federal civil rights investigation into a Muslim-centered planned community around one of the state’s largest mosques near Dallas.

Tea Around Town is a mobile tea room that offers guests a one-of-a-kind experience—complete with tea, sweet or savory bites, and whimsical ambiance.

This weekend, the Houston Dynamo are celebrating two decades of Major League Soccer right here in H-Town. Fans can look forward to meeting Dynamo alumni, around the stadium and during the match versus Seattle Sounders FC.

A Texas business illegally dumped industrial waste into Skull Creek in Colorado County six years ago, then residents complained to the attorney general’s office.

A three-judge federal appellate panel indicated it they might overturn an injunction that allows 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race as chartered teams in NASCAR this season while the two teams sue the stock car series over alleged antitrust violations.