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Today: We learn how the Houston Forensic Science Center helps support criminal investigations, find out what Houstonians can expect from the Houston Reggae Summer Fest, and share a rundown of weekend events for "Last Minute Plans."...
The district’s statement also said that the council’s partner organization, Islamic Relief USA, would no longer be allowed to donate or volunteer at the event....
Get in, loser... we’re going to the theater! The Plastics are taking over Queensbury Theatre as Mean Girls The Musical comes to Houston August 6 th –16 th . Queensbury Theatre is presenting Houston’s regional premiere of the newly revised West End production, giving theatergoers ...
A misdemeanor charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon was dismissed in Houston against James Harden.
A misdemeanor gun charge against All-Star Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden in Texas has been dismissed after he completed an alternative resolution program allowing him to avoid a criminal record, court records show. Harris County Criminal Court Judge Alex Salgado in Housto...
Federal authorities in Houston seized nearly $4 million in counterfeit goods that include fake MLB and Nike apparel, Louis Vuitton bags, Cartier sunglasses, and Jaguar Land Rover computer systems, officials say....
Deep Gulf moisture keeps scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend. Rain will be hit-or-miss, with warm and humid conditions in between the storms....
The rating upgrade by Moody's comes almost exactly 10 years after it downgraded the city’s rating, citing low oil prices and high debt at the time.
A hazmat spill involving a heavy truck has shut down most westbound lanes of State Highway 225 near Richey Street Friday morning, according to Houston TranStar. The incident was verified at 11:59 p.m. Thursday. Supply list sticker shock: I took my son’s Pre-K supply list to 3 top...
A ship and a towboat collided near Lynchburg in 2024, killing a crewmember on the towboat.
Following almost 20 felony theft charges within five years in nine Texas counties, a Houston woman is now wanted for a hit-and-run that injured a teen....
Travel mom Emily Kaufman joined Houston Life from Terranea Resort, Southern California’s oceanfront gem, to share why a spa vacation is the perfect reset. Nestled on cliffs above the Pacific, Terranea offers sweeping views, luxury treatments and a relaxed pace that’s ideal for a ...
August is National Deli Month, a time to celebrate and honor the cultural significance of delicatessens while also supporting local charities. This month in Houston, Kenny and Ziggy’s New York Delicatessen is donating 10% of their proceeds to Holocaust Museum Houston. The owner, ...
Yorlan Rafael Reyes, 31, escaped from jail custody on July 18 at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, leading to the termination of a correctional officer....
Yorland Fafael Reyes, 31, escaped from HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood on July 18.
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
The Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics. Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic femmes will...
Today: We discuss new research on America's healthcare affordability crisis, listen to a conversation with Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman, and learn about Alley Theatre’s production of “The Girl on the Train.” Plus, Current Obsessions....
KPRC 2 is seeking an Engagement Editor to support the growth of ENOUGH , KPRC 2’s accountability journalism project focused on investigative reporting, community solutions, and the issues impacting everyday Houstonians. This position is responsible for developing and executing th...
A Houston-based law firm with previous ties to the Trump administration has been awarded a contract to provide legal services to unaccompanied children, according to a filing in the federal register....
Deeper Gulf moisture moves into Southeast Texas, increasing humidity and helping fuel more clouds and afternoon rain chances.
Erik Arceneaux was found guilty of murder earlier this month for the disappearance of Maria Rodriguez.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show On Earth returns to Reliant Stadium August 6–9 with a reimagined, high-energy production designed for a new generation of circus fans! This two-hour spectacular features world-class performers from around the globe, in...
A former Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy is accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl, according to court documents.
Hinojosa is trying to overcome a significant fundraising disadvantage against incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott, the Republican seeking a record fourth term.
Drivers on Houston’s east side should prepare for a full weekend closure of a stretch of westbound Interstate 10 next week as crews complete asphalt repairs. The Texas Department of Transportation announced that all westbound lanes of I-10 between Freeport Street and Uvalde Road/...
A Houston doctor who's helping to test a new vaccine is among an estimated 1 million Americans who have Lynch syndrome, a faulty gene passed from a parent that puts them at extremely high risk of colorectal cancer and more vulnerable to certain other cancers....
The PaperCity Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics. Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic f...
For generations the Garden Oaks Theater in The Heights has been part of Houston’s story. Now that it’s days from potential demolishment, supporters are racing to save one of the city’s last remaining neighborhood movie houses. KPRC 2’s Keith Garvin got a look inside to see why Ho...
What better time and place to introduce a not-quite fledgling clothing line than during summertime in the exclusive Southampton enclave of Water Mill? That would be Southampton on Long Island. The fine tailoring enterprise would be Houston’s The Studio Mayfair. In a brilliant mar...
Thursday’s forecast: Our next weather pattern change occurs Thursday. The area of high pressure that has kept temperatures in the upper-90s the past four days will move west. That will create a weakness in the atmosphere and with our southerly winds, we’ll get a more active sea b...
An inmate who escaped from a Houston-area hospital nearly three weeks ago has been captured in Seattle, Washington — and investigators say he was sending threatening messages to women in Texas, including messages involving their juvenile daughters, while on the run. Yorlan Rafael...
The WWE Universe is getting ready for one of the most anticipated events on the calendar. Survivor Series: WarGames is returning to Houston this November, and WWE Superstar Trick Williams stopped by Houston Life to talk about the excitement, his journey in the ring, and what fans...
A Houston-area physician has been sentenced to 12.5 years in federal prison after admitting she operated an illegal prescription scheme out of her Kingwood clinic that prosecutors say fueled the distribution of more than 3 million opioid pills. According to the U.S. Department of...
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
If you’ve ever dreamed of dancing on the court at Toyota Center during a Houston Rockets game, now’s your chance! The Houston Rockets are hosting 2026 Clutch City Dancers open auditions on Saturday, August 15th. Here’s everything you need to know: Audition Details Date: Saturday,...
Thousands of customers experienced power outages Wednesday morning, according to CenterPoint Energy’s outage map. At one point, the outage map showed more than 30,000 customers without power. The ZIP codes with the highest number of outages were: 77450: About 13,000 outages 77094...
One of the founders of Burke Law Group, Marcella Burke, served in Trump’s first administration as a lawyer in the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Interior....
Highs will reach the upper 90s across much of the Houston area today, with heat index values around 103 to 105. Most areas will stay rain-free, but an isolated shower or storm could develop late in the day....
As temperatures climb across the Houston area, air conditioners are working overtime, and so are many homeowners’ electric bills. With August typically bringing some of the hottest weather of the year, home cooling costs can quickly add up. The good news is there are several inex...
ALVAREZ NAMED AL PLAYER OF THE MONTH FOR JULY All-Star wins fourth career AL Player of the Month Award, second this season HOUSTON, TX – Major League Baseball announced today that Astros DH Yordan Alvarez has been named American League Player of the Month for July. It is the four...
Finding affordable healthcare in the Houston area may soon become easier thanks to a new online tool launched by Harris County Public Health and the Houston Health Department. The agencies have released the 2026 Access to Care Report and an interactive Low-Cost Clinic Finder Tool...
Behind the visible statistics of Houston’s homeless population lies an “invisible” crisis affecting 141,000 residents who are currently couch surfing, living in cars, or short-term motels and shelters. New data from Rice University’s Kinder Institute sheds light on the sheer scal...
University of Houston starting quarterback Conner Weigman was named to the Maxwell Award Pre-season Watch List on Monday, the Maxwell Foundation Club announced. Weigman, one of the best signal callers in the Big 12 and nation, accounted for 36 total touchdowns in his first season...
For just the third time since 1992, the Houston Football program was ranked in the USA Today US LBM Preseason Coaches Poll at #24 in the country. The Cougars are coming off a 10-win season in 2025 which concluded with a Texas Bowl win over LSU. Houston returns its starting quarte...
According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the investigation began in January 2026 when High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Group 1 investigators launched an investigation into Avery Williams, 30....
A Harris County Precinct 7 Constable's Office sergeant has been "no billed" after being charged with injury to a child.
Court records show Carmen Mata has been ordered evicted multiple times in recent years, while the property owner claims she has used the same explanation with several landlords....
Wednesday’s forecast: We had some impressive thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon and night. While isolated to the northern Houston area, this rain prompted two flood advisories. A similar set up is expected Wednesday. Temperatures climb to the upper 90s with a 20% chance of more thun...
The PaperCity Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics. Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic f...
Hip-hop fans are in for a once-in-a-generation experience as the Cash Money Records and No Limit Records Reunion Tour makes its first stop in Houston on Sept. 11. Grammy Award-winning rapper, entrepreneur, and No Limit Records founder Master P stopped by Houston Life to talk abou...
Houston Methodist Hospital has been named to the U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the number 1 hospital in Texas, according to a release....
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Two alleged leaders of a violent Houston street gang have been convicted in federal court for ordering a retaliatory drive-by shooting in the Third Ward that killed an innocent bystander, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. A federal jury found Shaquille Richards, 32, and Al...
Compared to last year, about 155,000 fewer people in the region are eligible for food stamps, according to Rice University’s Kinder Institute.
Houston Methodist Hospital has once again been named the No. 1 hospital in Texas, marking the 15th consecutive year it has earned the top statewide ranking from U.S. News & World Report . The hospital also secured a spot on the publication’s prestigious Honor Roll for the 10th ti...
Expectant parents and growing families in Fort Bend County are invited to a free community baby shower and resource fair at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital on Tuesday. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the hospital’s Sweetwater Pavilion – NEAL Family Confe...
Accomplished broadcaster Tessa Barrera is joining Hello Houston, as co-host alongside longtime personality, Ernie Manouse. Barrera makes her on-air debut on Aug. 17....
Residents who live, work, or spend time in Houston’s District C have an opportunity to weigh in on how $1 million in city funding should be prioritized for neighborhood improvements. District C Council Member Joe Panzarella’s office recently launched the “Direct Your Dollars” sur...
Drivers in east Harris County should expect significant delays Tuesday after a heavy truck and hazardous materials incident shut down multiple lanes along State Highway 146. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, southbound SH 146 at SH 225 has multiple main lanes b...
