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Thousands of Houstonians gather to support breast cancer awareness in ‘Race for the Cure’ fundraiser
Read full article: Thousands of Houstonians gather to support breast cancer awareness in ‘Race for the Cure’ fundraiserOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the people of Houston showed out to support the cause.
10-year-old girl from SW Houston found safe hours after being reported missing
Read full article: 10-year-old girl from SW Houston found safe hours after being reported missingA young girl has been reported missing after disappearing from an apartment complex in the Mission Bend neighborhood of southwest Houston.
Fifth Ward woman arrested for throwing frozen burrito at store employee’s head
Read full article: Fifth Ward woman arrested for throwing frozen burrito at store employee’s headA woman has been arrested after allegedly throwing a frozen burrito at an employee’s head in the Fifth Ward earlier this week.
Houstonians sound off about CenterPoint Energy outages, rates and more
Read full article: Houstonians sound off about CenterPoint Energy outages, rates and moreThis is the opportunity for the community to weigh in on how well CenterPoint Energy handled the Hurricane Beryl crisis. Feedback may also influence future electric rates.
Fifth Ward woman arrested for throwing frozen burrito at store employee’s head
Read full article: Fifth Ward woman arrested for throwing frozen burrito at store employee’s headA woman has been arrested after allegedly throwing a frozen burrito at an employee’s head in the Fifth Ward earlier this week.
Why don’t all Texas school buses have seat belts?
Read full article: Why don’t all Texas school buses have seat belts?When Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 693 into law in 2017, Texas became one of only a handful of states in the country to pass some variation of a school bus seat belt law.
Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?
Read full article: Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?A viewer asked our traffic expert, Justina Latimer: "Can school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street even when there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk?"
What to do at broken light intersections or when flashing red in Houston?
Read full article: What to do at broken light intersections or when flashing red in Houston?A viewer asked our traffic expert: “Heading into hurricane season could you go over what to do at an intersection where the lights are out or all flashing red? Also, could you go over what to do at a roundabout? We have a new nearby and it’s a mess."
Ask 2: Who yields during an exit on Houston freeways when continuing on feeder?
Read full article: Ask 2: Who yields during an exit on Houston freeways when continuing on feeder?A viewer asked KPRC 2 traffic expert Justina Latimer the following: "When you exit from a freeway and the lane continues on the same lane so you can go straight to the feeder, who yields?"
Man executed for the 2008 murder of infant son in Galveston
Read full article: Man executed for the 2008 murder of infant son in GalvestonThe State of Texas carried out the execution of Travis Mullis, 38, Tuesday evening in Huntsville. Mullis gave a final statement saying he was sorry for murdering his son and referring to his execution as a form of “assisted suicide.”
State of Texas executes Brazoria County father who murdered 3-month-old son in 2008
Read full article: State of Texas executes Brazoria County father who murdered 3-month-old son in 2008Sixteen years after the body of an infant was found along Seawall Blvd. in Galveston, the father of the child is scheduled for execution in Huntsville.
Ask Amy: New law targets massage spas in Houston neighborhoods
Read full article: Ask Amy: New law targets massage spas in Houston neighborhoodsFor years, Houston has struggled with illicit businesses posing as massage spas, often operating near homes and schools. KPRC 2′s Amy Davis explains a new law that is now making it easier for authorities to take action.
Texas students with immigrant parents lost out on college aid because of FAFSA glitch
Read full article: Texas students with immigrant parents lost out on college aid because of FAFSA glitchThe glitch kept the students from submitting the form on time, which put them last in line to receive aid this year.
A year into the Israel-Hamas war, students say a chill on free speech has reached college classrooms
Read full article: A year into the Israel-Hamas war, students say a chill on free speech has reached college classroomsCampuses across the U.S. have been calmer in the wake of last spring’s protests, yet many are mired in a lingering unease.
The piping industry in Houston is booming. Here is how some local workers are accessing great career perks!
Read full article: The piping industry in Houston is booming. Here is how some local workers are accessing great career perks!Imagine finding a fulfilling career path with perks. Melanie Camp from Houston Life discovered that when she dropped by Pipefitters Local 211 in Deer Park.
Biden's student loan cancellation is put on hold again after day of legal whiplash
Read full article: Biden's student loan cancellation is put on hold again after day of legal whiplashA federal judge in Missouri put a temporary hold on President Joe Biden’s latest student loan cancellation plan on Thursday, slamming the door on hope it would move forward after another judge allowed a pause to expire.
NYC accelerates school leadership change as investigations swirl around mayor’s indictment
Read full article: NYC accelerates school leadership change as investigations swirl around mayor’s indictmentNew York City is speeding up its switch to a new schools chief after Mayor Eric Adams' indictment.
Abortion, private school vouchers and legislative control are the key issues in Texas’ 2024 election
Read full article: Abortion, private school vouchers and legislative control are the key issues in Texas’ 2024 electionTexan voters will have significant influence in November, both within and outside the state. They will be electing a U.S. senator, 38 U.S. House members, 150 state House members, as well as various judges and local elected officials. Additionally, they will have influence over important questions.
How a school voucher supporter won in a Texas House district with almost no private schools
Read full article: How a school voucher supporter won in a Texas House district with almost no private schoolsGov. Greg Abbott said the primary showed Texans want vouchers. In House District 18, an ad blitz and immigration fears may have played a larger role.
A battered child care industry’s latest challenge? Competing for 4-year-olds.
Read full article: A battered child care industry’s latest challenge? Competing for 4-year-olds.A 2019 state law requiring schools to offer full-day pre-K is capturing child care’s most profitable customer base: 3- and 4-year-olds.
Takeaways from the Texas Tribune-Associated Press report on 24 hours along the Texas-Mexico border
Read full article: Takeaways from the Texas Tribune-Associated Press report on 24 hours along the Texas-Mexico borderReporters from both organizations spent a day documenting the reality on the border. Here’s a summary of what they found.
Many Americans say immigration is out of control, but 24 hours on the Texas-Mexico border showed a new reality. Will it last?
Read full article: Many Americans say immigration is out of control, but 24 hours on the Texas-Mexico border showed a new reality. Will it last?The Texas Tribune and The Associated Press visited five locations along the 1,254-mile span to separate the facts from the political narrative during a heated election year.
16 migrants found stuffed behind fake wall of trailer with ‘no ventilation’; Houston man charged
Read full article: 16 migrants found stuffed behind fake wall of trailer with ‘no ventilation’; Houston man chargedA Houston man is facing felony charges of human smuggling after state troopers found 16 migrants behind a false wall of a trailer.
Texas governor visiting Houston to make announcement on border security
Read full article: Texas governor visiting Houston to make announcement on border securityDetails on the announcement are unclear, but a press release from the governor’s office says the efforts are a response ”to the Biden-Harris Administration’s reckless open border policies that have allowed dangerous criminals to enter our country illegally.”
University of Houston holds 9/11 memorial event on 23rd anniversary
Read full article: University of Houston holds 9/11 memorial event on 23rd anniversaryIt's been 23 years since the tragic day when on September 11, 2001. A remembrance event will be held at the University of Houston on Wednesday at 9 a.m. on the South Lawn of the Student Center, where there’s a steel beam from the Twin Towers.
From fireworks to a drone show, Labor Day weekend in Galveston promises nonstop family fun
Read full article: From fireworks to a drone show, Labor Day weekend in Galveston promises nonstop family funLabor Day weekend is just around the corner and Galveston is gearing up for their big, weekend long celebration!
Many people didn’t know Pres. Carter made June ‘Black Music Month’ in the 70s | Here’s some Texas artists to enjoy!
Read full article: Many people didn’t know Pres. Carter made June ‘Black Music Month’ in the 70s | Here’s some Texas artists to enjoy!June is African American Music Appreciation Month! Created by President Jimmy Carter in 1979, this month celebrates the African American musical influences that comprise an essential part of our nation’s treasured cultural heritage.
Revitalization efforts in Freedmen’s Town preserve history and community spirit
Read full article: Revitalization efforts in Freedmen’s Town preserve history and community spiritMany of the homes in Houston’s Freedmen’s Town have stood since the 1920s, embodying the ingenuity and strength of their builders.
Explore the history and meaning behind Juneteenth with Houston Life
Read full article: Explore the history and meaning behind Juneteenth with Houston LifeJoin the Houston Life team in exploring Houston’s connection to Juneteenth with a trip to The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park in Downtown Houston.
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Former PVAMU standout WR becomes the hero on Thursday Night Football
Read full article: Former PVAMU standout WR becomes the hero on Thursday Night FootballWith the game on the line in a primetime NFL inner-division matchup, a former Prairie View A&M wide receiver made the biggest play of his life.
Child abuse allegations surface in case involving abandoned Spring Branch home
Read full article: Child abuse allegations surface in case involving abandoned Spring Branch homeThe property owner of a nuisance Spring Branch home is accused of child abuse. After a concerned neighbor reached out to KPRC 2 earlier this week, further investigation revealed serious child abuse allegations against the property’s owners, who now have arrest warrants issued against them.
Former Harris County deputy constable accused of sexually assaulting 2 women
Read full article: Former Harris County deputy constable accused of sexually assaulting 2 womenA former Harris County deputy constable has been charged with two counts of sexual assault after nearly two-year investigation.
Texans Pep Talk: Houston prepares for AFC heavyweight showdown and Stefon Diggs reunion vs. Buffalo Bills
Read full article: Texans Pep Talk: Houston prepares for AFC heavyweight showdown and Stefon Diggs reunion vs. Buffalo BillsThe Houston Texans are off to a 3-1 start to the year after completing a late fourth quarter comeback over the Jacksonville Jaguars. This week on Texans Pep Talk, the crew break down the game winning touchdown and Nico Collins big day.
Kinship Care offers resources, emotional support to families in Houston
Read full article: Kinship Care offers resources, emotional support to families in HoustonIn Houston, DePelchin Children’s Center plays a crucial role in supporting families who step in to care for children when parents are unable to.
‘Forgiveness is a hard thing’: Woman who lost sister during Beryl outage reacts to CenterPoint CEO’s apology
Read full article: ‘Forgiveness is a hard thing’: Woman who lost sister during Beryl outage reacts to CenterPoint CEO’s apologyOn Thursday, KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding spoke with Jason Wells, the CEO of CenterPoint Energy. This was Wells’ first interview with a TV news station since the aftermaths of the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl.
Trucks, drivers needed to transport essentials to Hurricane Helene’s hardest-hit areas
Read full article: Trucks, drivers needed to transport essentials to Hurricane Helene’s hardest-hit areasOnPoint Rescue, a non-profit born from Hurricane Harvey's aftermath, is stepping up to deliver essential supplies to communities devastated by Hurricane Helene.
Columbia-Brazoria ISD bus driver receives citation after crash with dump truck
Read full article: Columbia-Brazoria ISD bus driver receives citation after crash with dump truckA Columbia-Brazoria ISD school bus driver received a citation after disregarding a construction flagger’s stop sign, leading to a collision with a dump truck.
How your ‘ugly’ or ‘scary looking’ dog could result in $20K, and a year’s supply of tequila!
Read full article: How your ‘ugly’ or ‘scary looking’ dog could result in $20K, and a year’s supply of tequila!Mango Shotta, a jalapeño mango tequila brand is offering one lucky person a frighteningly sweet deal! A year's supply of tequila, $20,000, dog toys, AND the prestigious title as their official mascot!
Houston’s own Trae Tha Truth steps into help Hurricane Helene victims
Read full article: Houston’s own Trae Tha Truth steps into help Hurricane Helene victimsHouston rapper and philanthropist, Trae Tha Truth went out to assist in the damage residents suffered by Hurricane Helene. He joined KPRC 2 News Today to explain what he was seeing and how his team at Relief Gang were helping residents in need.
Home, 2 cars damaged by fire in Fifth Ward, no injuries reported
Read full article: Home, 2 cars damaged by fire in Fifth Ward, no injuries reportedInvestigators say a homeowner was able to get out of the home safely but the home was completely destroyed and the flames spread out to about two cars in the driveway.
Tomball’s Olympic gymnast Asher Hong featured in new limited-edition bobblehead
Read full article: Tomball’s Olympic gymnast Asher Hong featured in new limited-edition bobbleheadThe National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has released a limited-edition bobblehead of Olympic gymnast Asher Hong, celebrating his contribution to the U.S. men's gymnastics team's bronze medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, their first team medal since 2008.
Dramatic dashcam video shows Columbia-Brazoria ISD school bus crashing into dump truck
Read full article: Dramatic dashcam video shows Columbia-Brazoria ISD school bus crashing into dump truckInvestigators say there were a total of 34 students on the school bus when it crashed into a dump truck at a construction zone.
Houston auto parts business charged with violating used oil regulations
Read full article: Houston auto parts business charged with violating used oil regulationsThree individuals and the Houston-based L&Y Business, LLC face felony charges for violating the Texas Used Oil Act, resulting in hazardous contamination at a salvage yard on Airline Drive.
‘Seth go home’: Early morning Blue Alert in Houston prompts massive social media response
Read full article: ‘Seth go home’: Early morning Blue Alert in Houston prompts massive social media responseEveryone in Texas seems to have a mutual enemy after getting a Blue Alert early Friday morning to find a man accused of shooting an officer.
$30K reward offered for information on road rage shooter who killed 19-year-old on Katy Freeway in September
Read full article: $30K reward offered for information on road rage shooter who killed 19-year-old on Katy Freeway in SeptemberThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public's assistance in solving the heartbreaking shooting of 19-year-old Cody Johnson.
Petition filed shows more people may be involved in Fort Bend County social media hoax
Read full article: Petition filed shows more people may be involved in Fort Bend County social media hoaxThe petition claims a high-profile Pakistani American Businessman teamed up with Fort Bend County Pct. 3 Commissioner candidate Taral Patel to hatch a smear campaign against another candidate they had "a common enemy" with during the 2023 primaries.
Texas Blue Alert issued for suspect linked to Memphis officer shooting
Read full article: Texas Blue Alert issued for suspect linked to Memphis officer shootingA Blue Alert has been issued in Texas for Seth Altman, 33, who is wanted in connection with the shooting of a law enforcement officer in Memphis, Texas.
Nearly a year after Greyhound bus terminal moves to East End, neighbors say they notice uptick in crime
Read full article: Nearly a year after Greyhound bus terminal moves to East End, neighbors say they notice uptick in crimeIt’s been almost a year since the Greyhound bus station moved from Main Street downtown to Harrisburg Blvd. in the Magnolia Park section of the East End neighborhood.