Red Cross opens multiple shelters across Houston-area ahead of winter storm
HOUSTON – The Texas Gulf Coast Red Cross has opened multiple shelters across the Houston-area ahead of the winter storm. “More than 149 trained Red Cross responders are currently engaged in readiness and response operations across the Texas Gulf Coast Region. At this time, our region has opened 6 shelters so far, and...
League City family recounts terrifying dryer fire that destroyed their home
LEAGUE CITY — What began as a routine day of household chores quickly turned into a terrifying ordeal for a League City family after a dryer fire forced them from their home. Jessica Margenau says she was doing laundry when the dryer suddenly caught fire. “The dryer had been...
Texas Tech has ‘snow’ problem with Houston in huge home win
While the weather outside was ice-cold, Texas Tech heated up inside United Supermarkets Arena with a resounding 90-86 win over No. 6 Houston.
Arctic Air Surges Into Texas Faster Than Forecast, Raising Risk of Widespread Freezing Rain...
TEXAS — A powerful surge of Arctic air is pouring into West Texas and the Texas Panhandle far faster and colder than forecast, raising serious concerns that freezing rain and icy conditions could be more severe and longer-lasting across Southeast Texas than many computer models currently indicate. Meteorologists warn...
Houston-area winter storm closures: Trash service, clinics, roads and more
Several businesses are closing their doors amid this weekend's winter storm.
CenterPoint provides update on preps for Houston winter storm
Officials at CenterPoint Energy provided an update Saturday on how the power provider is preparing for the winter storm moving into the Houston area.
Manhunt underway after handcuffed suspect escapes custody from Ben Taub hospital, HCSO says
The sheriff's office says Carlos Molina Hernandez, 27, escaped custody from Ben Taub Hospital on Friday afternoon.
Friendswood Man Arrested After Burglary of Business, Stolen Tools Recovered
FRIENDSWOOD — A Friendswood man has been arrested following the burglary of a business at a shopping center along South Friendswood Drive, according to the Friendswood Police Department. Police say the burglary occurred sometime between 2 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on January 23 in the 100 block of S....
11 Texas Diners That Serve the Comfort Food Everyone Grew Up With
Texas diners hold a special place in the hearts of locals and travelers alike, serving up the kind of comfort food that brings back memories of Sunday suppers and family gatherings. From chicken-fried steak smothered in gravy to fluffy pancakes piled high, these beloved spots have been feeding generations with...
Fake Uber rides lead to federal kidnapping charges after passengers were assaulted across Houston
KPRC 2 reporter Bryce Newberry opened his report with a lineup most people don’t expect to see tied to a rideshare app: four men now facing federal kidnapping charges connected to allegations of sexual assault across the Houston area.

















