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Tropical Storm Bertha forms in the Gulf, Texas could be impacted
Bertha is expected to slowly churn toward Louisiana the next couple of days before taking a turn toward Texas late in the week.
Brewers remaining careful with Jacob Misiorowski as he returns from layoff
Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy says the Brewers want to monitor Jacob Misiorowski’s workload coming out of the All-Star break. The first example of that came Monday night. Misiorowski worked just four innings in an 8-3 victory over the New York Mets that marked his first appearance since pitching s...
Suspect in 2 brutal attacks completed mental health diversion program before arrest, records show
A man accused of carrying out two violent attacks last week had a previous violent charge dismissed after completing a mental health diversion program five months ago, records show.
Surveillance shows man minutes before allegedly setting Cypresswood apartment on fire that killed his brother
Surveillance video obtained exclusively by KPRC 2 News Reporter Corley Peel, appears to show the man accused of intentionally setting an apartment building on fire, moments before it burst into flames, killing his own brother and injuring several others, including a 3-year-old boy. Matthew Atwate...
Father saves 3-year-old son from deadly Spring apartment fire; boy suffers burns to 95% of his body
Authorities have charged a man with murder and arson after an apartment fire in Spring. The Harris County Sheriff's Office said one person was killed, and 13 others were hurt, including 3-year-old Atlas. His family says he suffered burns to 95% of his body and is expected to remain hospitalized f...
Trump slaps additional 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods
The Trump administration is slapping an additional 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods imported into the U.S.
Hundreds of wild hogs from George Bush Park creating havoc in westside neighborhood
Residents say all they've gotten from Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones' office is lip service.
Houston weather: A heat advisory issued before watch for potential tropical impacts late week
Tonight’s Forecast: Tonight will stay warm, muggy and buggy, with mostly clear skies and temperatures only falling into the upper 70s to lower 80s. Winds will remain light, so it will still feel sticky through the overnight hours. Tuesday’s Forecast: Tuesday will be dangerously hot, with mostly s...
Tropical Storm Bertha forms and tracks towards Houston late week
Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the eastern Gulf. Bertha will move northwest, bringing high surf, and gusty winds along the Gulf Coast. For southeast Texas, the center of circulation doesn’t arrive until Friday. The big question is how big the impacts will be from Bertha in southeast Texas. R...
Bellaire High School student detained by ICE at Houston airport released from detention
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s office says an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Houston’s Hobby Airport has been released from detention. Teachers and friends identify the student as Alim Garipov, an 18-year-old origina...
20-year-old woman charged with intoxicated manslaughter after deadly crash on Southwest Freeway, Houston Police Department says
A 20-year-old woman was charged with intoxicated manslaughter after a deadly crash on the Southwest Freeway, the Houston Police Department said.
Power surge: Guardians hit 7 homers against Twins, 1 short of franchise record
Manager Stephen Vogt and the Cleveland Guardians have been searching for a breakout game on offense for most of the season. They finally got it Monday night. The Guardians hit seven home runs in a 13-4 victory over Minnesota Twins, one short of the franchise record and matching the record for a h...
Injured bald eagle rescued after fight is believed to be Jackie, Friends of Big Bear Valley says
An injured bald eagle that was rescued in Big Bear after getting into a fight with two other eagles is believed to be Jackie, one half of the region's beloved bald eagle couple.
El Mayo, the infamous Mexican drug lord, sentenced to life in prison
The judge sentenced El Mayo to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Parts of Houston and Harris County have eviction filing rates 3 times county average, data shows
The Kinder Institute report shares that more than 75,000 eviction filings were made across the county in 2025 alone.
State leaders look to enact more regulation when it comes to data centers in Texas
A new letter from the Texas Public Utility Commission to Gov. Greg Abbott shows state leaders are in favor of more regulation when it comes to data centers.
Fort Bend County, Harris County constables ask school districts to ban e-motorcycles
Ahead of the new school year, some constables and the city of Fulshear are taking a closer look at e-scooters and e-motorcycles.
Small plane lands on top of Fulshear-area home; pilot taken to the hospital, Texas DPS says
Fulshear fire officials shared an image of the yellow aircraft on a house on Monday. DPS officials said the pilot was taken to the hospital for minor injuries.
Liberty County investigators say they don't know where escaped inmate is, how he got away
Liberty County officials said the inmate, identified as 31-year-old Yorlan Reyes, escaped custody while being treated at an emergency room in Kingwood.
Man charged with felony murder after setting apartment fire, leaving 1 dead, 13 hurt, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the suspect set the fire intentionally after an argument with his family, with the fire leaving a family member dead and many others injured.
50% tariffs slapped on hundreds of Canadian imports: Here's a list
The price of hundreds of Canadian goods could soon go up dramatically as the Trump administration reveals massive new tariffs against the United States’ second-largest trading partner.
Tropical Storm Bertha slowly churns near Florida, Heat Advisory issued for Tuesday
Temperatures are going to cook up into triple digit territory ahead of a chance for tropical downpours late this week.
Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least 2 weeks, granting states' request
A federal judge on Monday ordered Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to halt their $81 billion merger for at least two weeks.
Tropical Storm Bertha forms in Gulf, eyes Texas later this week
Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf of America.
Gas prices top $4 a gallon as Iran war escalates
After declining for weeks, gas prices are rising again.
Constable Mark Herman urges six school districts to ban unregistered electric motorcycles on campus
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman has asked Klein ISD, Tomball ISD, Spring ISD, Aldine ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and Humble ISD to adopt policies prohibiting unregistered electric motorcycles on school property.
Spring Branch homeowner now getting flood issue fixed after city failed to deliver initially
A Spring Branch homeowner repeated flooding events in recent years have left him living in constant fear every time heavy rain moves into the Houston area. Standing along a drainage ditch in the 2200 block of Bauer Drive, Paul Braddock points to what he says is the source of the problem. Accordin...
Cyclospora outbreak — what Houston-area shoppers need to know right now
The Houston area and its neighboring counties continue to monitor cyclospora cases as the FDA pulls back on part of its investigation into a multi-state outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce. The agency says a Taylor Fresh Foods sample that initially tested positive turned out to be a false...
What MCSO redacted: Policy raises new questions about traffic stop that ended in arrest
A routine traffic stop over a turn signal and dim license plate lights ended with a Montgomery County woman being arrested. Now, an unredacted sheriff’s office policy obtained by KPRC 2 is raising new questions about whether the deputy followed required procedures. 40-year-old Elizabeth Kim was a...
Best Nordstrom Anniversary 2026 deals for under $25
Find the best deals under $25 from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026.
Powerhouse performer Christina Wells, now in a wheelchair, is still lighting up Houston stages
Singer and actress Christina Wells first burst onto the national stage nearly a decade ago when she showcased her larger-than-life voice on America’s Got Talent. Since then, the Houston-based mom and grandma has appeared in dozens of productions in the Houston area, including her critically accla...
Federal health officials have investigated 5 different clusters of cyclosporiasis cases, FDA says
Federal health officials have been investigating five different clusters of cyclosporiasis cases since the start of parasite season in May, the FDA said on Monday.
5 dead in Ohio river after attempt to save a struggling swimmer, sheriff says
Five people died after entering an Ohio river to rescue a swimmer who was struggling in the water.
Road deaths have declined globally since 1990 except in poorer countries, study finds
Road deaths are declining in the U.S. and worldwide, but lower-income countries aren't experiencing much of the improvement, according to a study published Monday. Global rates of road injuries and deaths each fell more than 30% between 1990 and 2023, according to the study published in Lancet Pu...
Harris County crime: 3 men arrested after motorcycle pursuit
Three men were arrested following a motorcycle pursuit in Harris County last week, officials said.
$95K plane seizure over a six-pack of beer heads to Supreme Court
Alaska wants to seize a bush pilot's Cessna after a passenger on a flight to a dry community was caught with a six-pack of beer.
Major grocery chain beats Walmart, Aldi in price war as shoppers hunt for checkout relief
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says
Two U.S. Army soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks were identified on Monday — the first U.S. troop deaths from direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war.
Cypresswood apartment fire: Man arrested in connection with deadly early morning fire
Harris County authorities have made an arrest following a deadly apartment fire that occurred early Monday morning.
Houston’s Girl Gone Grilling shares her buffalo chicken stuffed garlic bread
Summer grilling doesn’t have to be intimidating, and Katherine Salom is on a mission to prove it. The Houston native and creator behind Girl Gone Grilling has built a social media following of more than one million across platforms by sharing approachable recipes, practical grilling tips and show...