Good morning from Click2Houston.com and HAPPY MONDAY! Today is July 31, 2023
Today’s newsletter was prepared by: Ana Gonzalez, Digital Content Producer
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Weather ☀️
High: 102 Low: 80 🥵🌡️
Meteorologist Anthony Yanez says: Houston climbs to 102 degrees this afternoon with a heat index ranging from 108-112. Our northern cities’ actual temperature reaches 105 degrees+. Heat advisories and heat warnings are in effect through Tuesday night and will be extended through the weekend. No rain is expected until a week from today. Stay cool this kind of heat is dangerous.
Get forecast details at click2houston.com/weather. Then watch our LIVE morning news from 5 - 9 a.m. on KPRC 2+ to track weather changes throughout the morning.
Houston’s Top Headlines 📰
Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr. heads to trial again Monday
KPRC 2′s ‘The Bench’ returns Monday before the scheduled third trial of Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr.
Starting at 8 a.m. on KPRC 2+ Now, investigative reporter Joel Eisenbaum, Rilwan Balogun, and legal expert Letitia Quinones-Hollins will discuss what is expected to happen after a series of delays in the trial.
That includes the delay after discovering DNA evidence on Armstrong Jr.’s clothing. KPRC 2 Investigates first reported the finding.
Watch for updates on our LIVE morning news from 5 - 9 a.m. on KPRC 2+.
Volunteer cited for feeding the homeless outside Houston Public Library in March found not guilty in criminal court
A volunteer who was ticketed by Houston Police for feeding the homeless outside the public library back in March was found not guilty in a criminal court trial earlier this week.
Phillip Picone is with the group Food Not Bombs, which has been operating since 1995, but because of a city ordinance, they have been asked to move their operations to a different location.
On Sunday, Picone held a press conference outside the Houston Library on Smith Street with civil rights lawyer Randall Kallinen and trial lawyer Paul Kubosh.
Read more from KPRC 2 Reporter Re’Chelle Turner.
Cardi B tosses microphone after concertgoer throws drink at her on stage
Rapper Cardi B fought back after an audience member threw their drink at her while she was performing in Las Vegas, the latest in a troubling new habit of concertgoers throwing objects at performers.
The incident appears to have occurred during Cardi B’s scheduled performance at Drai’s Beachclub on Saturday. Video posted on social media shows that Cardi B was performing her hit “Bodak Yellow” when someone holding a large cup apparently flings the drink at her, dousing the rapper while she was on stage.
In case you missed it... 👀
🗒️ Amid the closing of HPD’s investigation into the Astroworld Festival tragedy, Travis Scott releases his new album ‘Utopia.’
🏈 Fans are excited for the Houston Texans this season! KPRC 2′s TJ Parker visits Texans training camp to get reaction from visitors.
✈️ The Better Business Bureau says travel scams are on the rise. KPRC 2′s Amy Davis explains what to do if you happen to fall into one.
Things 2 Know, Things 2 Do ✅
👠 “Come on Barbie, let’s go party!” A life-size Barbie Dreamhouse cafe awaits your arrival on Houston’s west side!
🐶 If you’re looking for a furry friend, you’ll want to meet Horse, this week’s KPRC 2 Pet Project!
⚽ The U.S. Women’s National Team are on the brink of elimination as they face Portugal. Will they bounce back?
On KPRC 2+ today 📲
📖 Katy ISD Book Ban
A Katy ISD alumni and LGBTQ+ activist talks about the attempt by the school board to get certain books banned from school libraries on KPRC 2+ at 7 a.m.
📖 Gas prices on the rise
Drivers saw a double-digit jump in gas prices at the pump this week. According to AAA, the national average for regular gasoline rose $0.12 over three days -- up to $3.71.
To break it all down, spokesperson Josh Zuber joins us on KPRC 2+ at 7 a.m. and we’ll learn when we’ll expect some relief.
💉Vaccines and children
The start of the new school year is fast approaching. For those with younger children, especially for those with kindergarteners, it is essential to make sure their vaccines are updated.
Many parents believe children can wait until starting school to catch up on missed vaccines. Learn more about why on KPRC 2+ at 7 a.m.
⚕️Craniofacial and Cleft Palate Awareness
Unknown topics can be scary, especially regarding our children and the chance of a birth defect. Fortunately for cleft palate, there are ways to prevent it.
Tune in to KPRC 2+ Now at 8 a.m. to learn about the conditions and what you can do.
➡️Don’t have the app? Click here to learn more about how to download the KPRC 2+ app. It’s free!
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Tracking the traffic 🚗
We are tracking the traffic this morning across the Houston area. See our interactive traffic map here.
Watch our LIVE morning news from 5 - 9 a.m. on KPRC 2+ for real-time accident information and to plan alternate routes.
We’re tracking your forecast, bringing you traffic solutions, and covering important news live every morning on KPRC 2 News Today from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. on TV and online, and from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. exclusively on the KPRC 2+ livestream.
Watch KPRC 2+ NOW today at 8 a.m. exclusively on our livestream. We are providing you extended live coverage of local news, plus more conversations about the issues affecting your community. You can click the image above to watch or stream our news live on any of your devices at home or on the go.
