Houston Mayor John Whitmire signs disaster declaration after devastating storms hit the Houston area
The mayor has just signed a disaster declaration for the City of Houston following the devastating storms that hit the area. This will allow for additional resources and support for storm recovery. #HoustonWeather #SevereWeather #Houston #DisasterRecovery
Deadly storms: Hereโs what weather icon Frank Billingsley thinks hit Houston last night
The National Weather Service will make the final determination, but Houston weather icon Frank Billingsley suspects the weather phenomenon that roared through downtown and the northwestern suburbs might have been a derecho.
2 students injured in storm-related bus incident, hundreds of campuses without power
๐ฉ๏ธ๐ซ Houston ISD Superintendent, Mike Miles, is assessing the damage caused by yesterday's storm. Several schools have been affected, and the main focus is on ensuring the safety of students and teachers. #HoustonStrong #SchoolsRecovery #HISDUpdates
โThis is not the time:โ Harris County judge, Houston mayor clash during severe weather press conference
There seemed to be some passive aggressiveness during the deadly weather update Friday morning between Mayor John Whitmire and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo after they made their first joint press conference.
Does insurance cover spoiled food during power outages?
If you are still without power in the Houston area, chances are all the food in your fridge is about to go bad. We all know food is expensive and there could be hundreds of dollars lost if you have to throw it out. So, can you get money back for spoiled food during a storm?
At least 3 deaths reported by Houston police during Thursday nightโs severe weather
Houston Mayor John Whitmire said Thursday nightย at least four people diedย during the storm. KPRC 2 has received information of at least three weather-related deaths, but itโs unclear if these deaths reported by police are part of the deaths Mayor Whitmire referred to.
4 - possibly 5 - dead after severe storm sweeps through Houston area, officials confirm
The severe storms that slammed into Houston Thursday afternoon and evening killed four people, blew windows out of downtown high rises, caused widespread damage and shut power off to nearly 900,000 customers.
Apple reports issues with multiple applications including iMessage, FaceTime
If you were using an Apple product around 5 p.m. Thursday, thereโs a good chance you may have noticed a delay sending or receiving iMessages. If so, youโre not alone, as many Apple users experienced delays and outages with the iMessage application around that time.
Houston B-Boys bust a move in Studio B
The Paris Olympics are right around the corner and this year, breakdancing has been added as an official sport. On Houston Life, Derrick and Tessa met Jaime 'Venum' Burgos, a b-boy who's had an impressive breakdancing career, and his 10-year-old student, 'B-boy Flippers' who is on his way to the kids' world breakdancing competition in Slovenia.
Study says Houston has one of the lowest inflation problems, but do our pockets beg to differ?
Inflation continues to impact the U.S., and a recent study suggests Houston is not experiencing much of the brunt of high prices, compared to other cities, but if that's the case, how come I'm broke all the time?
โGrave concernsโ: Rep. Sylvia Garcia calls for federal audit into Houston ISD Sup. Mike Milesโ Colorado school
"With the undemocratic takeover HISD by the State of Texas, I have grave concerns about the financial wellbeing of the district," Congresswoman Garcia wrote in part in a letter to the U.S. Department of Education.
โLucid Illusionsโ performs after winning Battle of the Bands at KPRC 2 Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest
Following their Battle of the Bands win at the KPRC 2 Eat Like a Local Crawfish Fest, we sat down with Lucid Illusions. We met Jordan, Connor, and Donovan in October but now, they're back on Houston Life to catch up with us and perform after their win.
The โ4-4โฒ: Houstonโs iconic bus route connecting neighborhoods and history
Check out Houston's iconic bus route #44, also known as the "fo-fo"! This route holds a special place in the city's rap culture and community. Join us on a virtual ride through Acres Home and experience the ever-changing beauty of this historic neighborhood. ๐๐ถ #HoustonMetro #Route44 #AcresHome #CommunityPride
Our Town: Houston Grammy-nominated singer Zacardi Cortez shares how Acres Homes neighborhood contributed to his success
The award-winning artist says, "Iโm just so grateful to be from Acres Homes, and to put that neighborhood, and the city on the map.โ He even sang us a little tune! Check it out ๐ต๐ก #OurTown #AcresHomes #Houston #GrammyAwards #ZacardiCortez #Gospel
Funeral details released for founding pastor of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. William โBillโ Lawson
The funeral details for Houston icon, Rev. William โBillโ Alexander Lawson, has been released Wednesday morning during a news conference held by the Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church.
Texansโ wide receiver Stefon Diggs is not having a good time on Houston roads - we feel your pain! โค๏ธโ๐ฉน
Houstonโs newest resident is still getting used to the cityโs crazy roads and KPRC 2 digital content producer and Houston-native, Ahmed Humble is here to say, so are all of us!
From roadside pickup truck to renowned brand: The story of Burns Original BBQ in Acres Homes
Check out the mouthwatering BBQ at Burns Original BBQ in Acres Homes! This hidden gem has gained worldwide attention for its flavorful smoked meats and signature sauce. Their menu also includes chips, sauce, and even drinks. And the best part? Burns BBQ gives back to the community by donating scholarships and cooking up free meals. #BBQ #Houston #AcresHomes #BurnsOriginalBBQ
Our Town: KPRC 2 shares the stories of the Acres Homes community
Houston is โOur Town,โ and there is so much to celebrate in our neighborhoods. KPRC 2 is invested in the community and continues to show those lovely hidden gems, showcase solvable problems affecting the entire city, and talk to the folks who make โOur Townโ special.
โOur Townโ: The story of Acres Homes, Houstonโs historic community
Check out the rich history and ongoing struggles of Acres Homes, a historic African American community in Houston. From its early days as a rare opportunity for African American families to own substantial acreage to its current challenges of inequality and limited city services, Acres Homes has a story that deserves to be heard. #AcresHomes #HoustonCommunity #EqualityMatters
โThey bamboozled a lot of peopleโ: Unlicensed boarding home director wanted after woman suffers severe infection
A senior citizen who was found living in deplorable conditions at an unpermitted boarding home in southwest Houston is now safe at a new nursing home in Dallas, but her experience in Houston has left a mark that hasnโt gone away.
The Rev. William Lawson, Texas civil rights leader who worked with Martin Luther King Jr, dies at 95
The Rev. William โBillโ Lawson, a longtime pastor and civil rights leader who helped desegregate Houston, Texas, and worked with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, has died.