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Rodeo Houston to break ground on massive new agricultural complex along Highway 288

As Houston gears up for the 2027 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the organization is also preparing to break ground on a major project expected to shape the future of the Rodeo for years to come. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will hold a groundbreaking ceremony Sept. 17 ...

Click2Houston KPRC2 LocalSep 10, 2026

2 Newsletter: Another round of storms headed our way today. Here’s what to expect

Hello, Houston.☀️ Hope you’re having an amazing week so far. Let’s get into some news of the day. As always, follow us for the latest on Click2Houston.com and watch us live on KPRC 2+ . ➡️ Love our morning newsletter? Share it with your family and friends! Weather ⛅ HIGH: 90 ° LO...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 10, 2026

This is what a typical summer looks like in Houston

Friday’s Forecast: Scattered showers and storms will for again Friday. Tropical moisture is moving in from the Gulf, so some areas have the potential for heavy rain and lightning. Rain chances decrease this evening around 8 pm. The weather pattern we are in will bring thunderstor...

Click2Houston KPRC2 LocalSep 10, 2026

More than 200,000 Texans are waiting for Medicaid approval as enrollment declines

Vanessa Melendez had been going back and forth with the state over her family’s Medicaid and food assistance applications for months when the Houston mom learned she was pregnant with her third child. She submitted a new application for Medicaid for Pregnant Women, which covers c...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 10, 2026

West Houston homelessness partnership seeks permanent housing results

Houston and Harris County leaders are supporting a partnership helping people living unsheltered in West Houston move toward permanent housing. The program pairs law enforcement outreach with nonprofit case management and temporary hotel placement, among other services, to remove...

Defender NetworkSep 10, 2026

The ‘Dating Recession’ is hitting Gen Z singles

The cost of a first date has become a real financial calculation for Gen Z singles, as rising costs, sprawling commutes, and inflation reshape how, or whether, young Houstonians date at all. Nationally, the average “all-in” cost of a date, factoring in transportation and pre-date...

Defender NetworkSep 10, 2026

Childhood obesity a big problem in Black Houston

For many Black families, the conversation about a child’s weight is anything but simple. There’s the medical reality of childhood obesity. There’s the cultural understanding that a fuller body can represent health, strength, and being well-fed. There’s the sting of teasing and bu...

Defender NetworkSep 10, 2026

Texans offense still a mystery heading into 2026 season

The biggest question mark coming into the 2026 season for the Houston Texans has been the offensive side of the ball. With the addition of rookie guard Keylan Rutledge and adding pieces to protect quarterback C.J. Stroud, there’s some expected improvement. But how does Stroud thi...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 10, 2026

Astros' Jose Altuve doubles in 3rd inning vs. Phillies for 2,500th career hit

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve doubled in the third inning against Philadelphia on Wednesday night for his 2,500th career hit. The 36-year-old Altuve reached the milestone with a hit to center field against Phillies starter Cristopher Sanchez, becoming the second playe...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 9, 2026

The Perfect Pumpkins brings picture-perfect fall porches straight to your door

Fall is almost here, and if you’re ready to give your front porch a pumpkin-filled makeover without doing all the heavy lifting, The Perfect Pumpkins is here to help! The Houston-based concierge pumpkin delivery service brings the beauty of fall right to your front door, creating...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 9, 2026

Hello Houston (September 9, 2026)

Today: We discuss how President Trump’s pick to lead the FDA could impact women’s health, talk with three-time Olympian and gold medalist Dominique Dawes, and learn about the upcoming Việt Cultural Fest. Plus, we debut “On the Marquee.”...

Houston Public MediaSep 9, 2026

Convicted felon wanted for allegedly exposing himself inside a Houston Walmart

A Houston man is currently wanted after he allegedly exposed himself in the women’s clothing section at a Walmart in the Houston area over the weekend. Jeremiah Bernard Ellis, 36, has been charged with indecent exposure. Records show he also has a 2008 indecent exposure convictio...

Click2Houston KPRC2 LocalSep 9, 2026

How blue paint is helping save babies with heart defects

Archway Gallery in Montrose is featuring a new exhibit titled "Heartstrings" by Houston artist and former nurse Catherine Rodgers. A portion of sales from the artwork and prints sold online will directly support HeartGift Houston to fund surgical procedures for children born with...

FOX 26 HoustonSep 9, 2026

More storms expected in the Houston area and SE Texas

Live radar this Wednesday: Thursday’s Forecast: Scattered showers and storms are expected again for Thursday. Storms start along the coast in the morning and move inland in the afternoon. Tropical moisture is moving in from the Gulf, so some areas have the potential for heavy rai...

Click2Houston KPRC2 LocalSep 9, 2026

2 Newsletter: More counties are making changes regarding Flock cameras. The latest

Hello, Houston.☀️ Hope you’re having an amazing week so far. Let’s get into some news of the day. So, I’m sure you all have been hearing about the Flock cameras and all of the chaos, not just in Houston, but in several surrounding counties regarding their use. On Tuesday, we lear...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 9, 2026

Houston mandates landlords to provide AC for all rental units

The high 90s are not uncommon during Houston summers. While most commercial spaces have air conditioning, several residential buildings do not. But that is about to change. Now, every landlord is required to provide and maintain working air conditioning in every unit. The decisio...

Defender NetworkSep 9, 2026

5 ways African Americans can tackle mental illness

Roughly 6.8 million African Americans have a diagnosed mental illness – more than the populations of Chicago, Houston, and Philadelphia combined. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health, Blacks are 20% more likely to face mental he...

Defender NetworkSep 9, 2026

KPRC 2 Community: Standing with Houston families facing childhood cancer

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognize the children facing cancer and the parents, siblings and loved ones walking alongside them. For Houston families navigating that journey, Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance provides something incredib...

Click2Houston GeneralSep 8, 2026

Hello Houston (September 8, 2026)

Today: We discuss a new report that finds renting a starter home is cheaper than buying, break down Meta’s landmark settlement over claims of social media addiction, and talk with pianist Timo Andres. Plus, we debut “Five Simple Questions.”...

Houston Public MediaSep 8, 2026

Houston water shutoffs resume: What to do if you owe money

The City of Houston’s moratorium on water service disconnections officially ends today, putting thousands of residents at risk of having their water service disconnected. Houston Public Works confirmed that crews are resuming shutoffs for customers who are more than 90 days past ...

Click2Houston KPRC2 LocalSep 8, 2026

Texperts: Judicial Sanctions

In this episode, University of Houston political science professor and “Party Politics” co-host, Brandon Rottinghaus, breaks down how the state of Texas disciplines its judges and how Texans can hold them accountable....

Houston Public MediaSep 8, 2026