Nearly 900,000 residents across ten Houston-area counties could lose their essential food assistance if the government shutdown extends beyond October 27th, creating what local advocates are calling an unprecedented hunger crisis.

A possible SNAP delay could impact thousands in Houston, but many families already don’t qualify for help. Nonprofits say more households are stuck in the middle, earning too much for aid, but not enough to get by.

Kids’ Meals is expanding in Houston with a new facility and delivery van, helping volunteers deliver thousands of free meals to preschoolers daily.

Experience live cooking demos, interactive games, and dishes from 40+ culinary talents raising funds for No Kid Hungry.

Our KPRC 2 Community spotlight for October is on Urban Harvest and their work to uplift communities through food education, support for local farmers and providing access to fresh, locally-sourced foods to communities in need.

Do you live in a food desert? Are you in the middle of a food swamp? Do better options exist? Food solutions for everybody, including the littlest ones in desperate need of baby formula. Join us for Solutionaries on Thursday, June 30 at 6:30 p.m CST.

Houston Police Chief Troy Finner and other members of HPD are announcing the kickoff of HPD'S 36th Annual Comida/Food Drive to feed those in need during the holiday season.