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Houstonโs annual holiday tree lighting celebration returns under new mayor
Read full article: Houstonโs annual holiday tree lighting celebration returns under new mayorThanksgiving hasnโt even passed, but the City of Houston is already excited to announce plans for its annual holiday tradition.
Experience the Magic of the Holidays in San Antonio
Read full article: Experience the Magic of the Holidays in San AntonioAs the holiday season approaches, many plan festive getaways to celebrate with loved ones. If you are looking for the perfect destination, look no further than San Antonio. Just a short road trip from Houston, this vibrant city transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with lights, culture, and tradition.
3 new takes on classic side dishes to elevate your Thanksgiving menu
Read full article: 3 new takes on classic side dishes to elevate your Thanksgiving menuLeigh Ann Chatagnier, cookbook author and food blogger behind โMy Diary of Us,โ stops by with three recipes inspired by classic Thanksgiving sides. Plus, a new twist on the traditional pumpkin pie for dessert.
Why Thanksgiving has become the overlooked holiday as Christmas trees go up on November 1
Read full article: Why Thanksgiving has become the overlooked holiday as Christmas trees go up on November 1It seems like everyone is in the Christmas Spirit as soon as Halloween is over. On social media, as people took their costumes off, they seemingly replaced their Halloween decorations with Christmas decorations.
โHoliday In The Gardensโ ready to kick off at Moody Gardens with over 9 Holiday attractions
Read full article: โHoliday In The Gardensโ ready to kick off at Moody Gardens with over 9 Holiday attractionsMoody gardens offers the largest holiday venue to enjoy through January 1st, including the return of the popular Ice Land.
The best time of the year returns: Spencer Solves It Team launches Christmas Miracles project for 9th year in a row
Read full article: The best time of the year returns: Spencer Solves It Team launches Christmas Miracles project for 9th year in a rowIt's the most wonderful time of the year, and the Spencer Solves It Team is back with their heartwarming Christmas Miracles Project! For the ninth year, Bill Spencer and his team are ready to rescue Christmas for five families who have faced unimaginable hardships. Could it be you?
โA mess of mangled fleshโ: Former Houston paramedic shares what itโs like to work on Fourth of July
Read full article: โA mess of mangled fleshโ: Former Houston paramedic shares what itโs like to work on Fourth of JulyBefore I started on the long road towards the honorable career that is journalism, I worked in a similarly respectable field: emergency medicine. For several years, I worked as an EMT-B, handling emergencies and ferrying patients all over Harris County.
Hey Houston! โ๏ธ๐ 2024 travel tips if youโre planning an adventure!
Read full article: Hey Houston! โ๏ธ๐ 2024 travel tips if youโre planning an adventure!Whether you're hitting the road or booking a flight, if you've got travel plans, then we've got some tips to help make your adventure less troublesome.
These sobering St. Patrickโs Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
Read full article: These sobering St. Patrickโs Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrationsA tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrickโs life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
New year, new puppy! Believe In Dog Training experts share tips on the importance of early puppy socialization
Read full article: New year, new puppy! Believe In Dog Training experts share tips on the importance of early puppy socializationIf you got a new dog over the holidays, now is the time to start creating good habits and new year's resolutions with your pup.
Suspected New Yearโs Eve celebratory gunfire hits multiple properties in Katy neighborhood
Read full article: Suspected New Yearโs Eve celebratory gunfire hits multiple properties in Katy neighborhoodMultiple properties in the Jasmine Heights subdivision in Katy were struck by bullets on New Yearโs Eve.
Consumer Reports taste tests nonalcoholic sparkling wines
Read full article: Consumer Reports taste tests nonalcoholic sparkling winesWith the holidays also comes holiday partiesโat work, at friends or family, or perhaps at your own homeโand that means stocking up on drinks. Wherever it is, it might be a good idea to have some nonalcoholic beverages on hand, because not everyone will necessarily feel like drinking alcohol. Consumer Reports taste-tested nonalcoholic sparkling wines to find you the best substitute for those Champagne toasts.
Ready to take down that Christmas tree? Here are 23 places in the Houston area where you can recycle it
Read full article: Ready to take down that Christmas tree? Here are 23 places in the Houston area where you can recycle itChristmas Day is behind us already. City of Houston officials are encouraging people to recycle their trees to turn them into mulch or other landscape materials.
Celebratory gunfire likely to blame after stray bullet enters manโs shoulder through open sunroof
Read full article: Celebratory gunfire likely to blame after stray bullet enters manโs shoulder through open sunroofOn Christmas Day, the Houston Police Department has warned the public again not to engage in celebratory gunfire over the holidays.
Got a new phone or connected TV this Christmas? Hereโs how to download our free KPRC 2 apps
Read full article: Got a new phone or connected TV this Christmas? Hereโs how to download our free KPRC 2 appsIf you treated yourself or a loved one to a new device this holiday season, itโs time to connect with KPRC 2 and our family of free apps!
Houston Boychoir is sharing their gift of Christmas music just in time for the holidays
Read full article: Houston Boychoir is sharing their gift of Christmas music just in time for the holidaysIf you donโt have a Christmas concert to attend this year, good news -- we are bringing one to you through these talented Houstonians.
KPRC 2โฒs gift wrapping battle: Are we dropping bars or bows? ๐๏ธ๐
Read full article: KPRC 2โฒs gift wrapping battle: Are we dropping bars or bows? ๐๏ธ๐Wrapping gifts... you either absolutely love it or you absolutely hate it. Some people go all out, buying a plethora of ribbons and bows personalized to the one receiving the gift. Others prefer to just put the gift underneath the tree in its original box.
Holiday travel underway: What Houstonians need to know before they depart
Read full article: Holiday travel underway: What Houstonians need to know before they departWhether youโre traveling the skies or roads, here are a few helpful tips for making it to your destination safely, and with fewer headaches.
โGiven me purposeโ: Woman creates โTrees of Angelsโ to honor drunk driving victims
Read full article: โGiven me purposeโ: Woman creates โTrees of Angelsโ to honor drunk driving victimsMindy Red adorns 10 Christmas trees on her front lawn. She isnโt messing with decorations but instead fixing pictures of drunk driving victims.
These simple steps will have you wrapping gifts like a pro this holiday season
Read full article: These simple steps will have you wrapping gifts like a pro this holiday seasonTo help you upgrade your gift-wrapping game this holiday season, Mary Burnett from Beringโs, shared her quick step-by-step instructions in 2021 that will have you wrapping presents like the best of Santaโs helper.
โThe Gift of Gasโ: Free gas giveaway happening in Houston near Hermann Park โฝ๐
Read full article: โThe Gift of Gasโ: Free gas giveaway happening in Houston near Hermann Park โฝ๐Thanks to the Almeda Hospitality Group, dozens of Houstonians will be able to fill their tank up for FREE on Thursday.
Planning a road trip through Texas this Christmas? What you need to know about the forecast as you drive
Read full article: Planning a road trip through Texas this Christmas? What you need to know about the forecast as you driveA daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.
Watch live: Constable deputies to patrol shopping areas in NW Harris County for the holidays
Read full article: Watch live: Constable deputies to patrol shopping areas in NW Harris County for the holidaysThe Harris County Precinct 4 Constableโs Office is launching its holiday patrol initiative on Wednesday.
The calm before the storm. KPRC 2 viewers share their interesting weather photos of Houston area ahead of holiday storms
Read full article: The calm before the storm. KPRC 2 viewers share their interesting weather photos of Houston area ahead of holiday stormsKPRC 2 viewers are capturing some interesting photos of the Houston area sky ahead of expecting thunderstorms that are headed our way before Christmas Day.
Rain is in the Christmas Eve forecast for Houston: Here are some holiday activities your family can do indoors
Read full article: Rain is in the Christmas Eve forecast for Houston: Here are some holiday activities your family can do indoorsThereโs a 30% chance of rain on Saturday in the Houston area, and weโre going to have showers and possibly thunderstorms on Christmas Eve.
Christmas Miracles: Houston family with child overcoming cancer, vehicle fire gets help to brighten the holidays
Read full article: Christmas Miracles: Houston family with child overcoming cancer, vehicle fire gets help to brighten the holidaysThey say that music can touch your soul and heal your wounds. If thatโs true, then the Hill family of Houston, with eight children, has needed music in the worst way just to heal.
Comfort Food For The Holidays
Read full article: Comfort Food For The HolidaysAlthough the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for Chef Tae, she made time to stop by Houston Life to share her delicious pepperjack boudin balls and recipe for Cajun Spiced Shrimp and Smoked Gouda Grits.
Christmas is approaching: What Houstonians need to know about the holiday travel forecast
Read full article: Christmas is approaching: What Houstonians need to know about the holiday travel forecastA daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.
Rapper Bun B hosting toy drive, giving out free Trill Burgers on 12th day of โTrillmasโ๐ ๐พ๐๐งธ
Read full article: Rapper Bun B hosting toy drive, giving out free Trill Burgers on 12th day of โTrillmasโ๐ ๐พ๐๐งธMonday is the 12th day of โTrillmas,โ and rapper Bun B is giving back to the community as a way to celebrate the holiday season.
The Viral Painting Trend that Makes a Perfect Gift
Read full article: The Viral Painting Trend that Makes a Perfect GiftHouston-based artist Andrea Nunn grew up in her grandmother's house surrounded by figurines. Drawing on her childhood for inspiration, Andrea created a fun art space that launched a viral painting trend anyone can try!
Houston Airports expected to set record this year with winter holiday travel: These are the busiest days
Read full article: Houston Airports expected to set record this year with winter holiday travel: These are the busiest daysHouston Airports says it is ready to welcome its largest winter holiday travel crowd on record, reportedly exceeding the passenger total set in 2019.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Why Catholics with Mexican heritage celebrate this day
Read full article: Our Lady of Guadalupe: Why Catholics with Mexican heritage celebrate this dayFor many, Tuesday is a day to honor the Virgin Mary, also known as Our Lady of Guadalupe and Virgen de Guadalupe, on what is believed to be the 492th anniversary of her apparition in 1531.
Building gingerbread houses for the holidays? Share with us your creations!
Read full article: Building gingerbread houses for the holidays? Share with us your creations!Submit a photo of your gingerbread house, and if you are still in the midst of building one or plan on doing so, also read for best tips and practices on how to do so.
Catching up with music legend Barry Manilow ahead of โA Very Barry Christmasโ holiday special
Read full article: Catching up with music legend Barry Manilow ahead of โA Very Barry Christmasโ holiday specialCelebrate the holidays with one of the biggest-selling artists of all time, Barry Manilow! Heโs helping us get ready for the holidays with his special tonight at 9 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Local attorney, philanthropist takes 40 single mothers on Christmas shopping spree
Read full article: Local attorney, philanthropist takes 40 single mothers on Christmas shopping spreeForty single mothers were selected to go on a Christmas shopping spree on Friday, courtesy of a local personal injury law firm.
Get holiday ready with the Houston Life team at Highland Village
Read full article: Get holiday ready with the Houston Life team at Highland VillageFrom creating a cozy guest room to decorating, gift ideas and dining options that will impress your family and friends, you can find it all at Highland Village.
๐Your weekly traffic update: Heading to Lights in the Heights? Expect road closures
Read full article: ๐Your weekly traffic update: Heading to Lights in the Heights? Expect road closuresThis Saturday Lights in the Heights will be held in the Woodland Heights neighborhood and road closures are expected.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
A miniature Christmas collection, on a grand scale: Kingwood family finds holiday joy in vast village of tiny structures
Read full article: A miniature Christmas collection, on a grand scale: Kingwood family finds holiday joy in vast village of tiny structuresโWe have seen our children and grandchildren grow up with it,โ Wayt said. โWeโve had it for over 30 years and itโs just grown and grown and grown. This year it is the biggest it has ever been.โ
Itโs one of Houstonโs most beloved holiday traditions, TXU Energy presents โZoo Lightsโ at the Houston Zoo
Read full article: Itโs one of Houstonโs most beloved holiday traditions, TXU Energy presents โZoo Lightsโ at the Houston ZooNow through Jan. 7th, guests will take in the sights and sounds of the season as they stroll through the transformed winter wonderland at the Houston Zoo.
Learn How to Build a Gingerbread House with a Guinness World Record Holder
Read full article: Learn How to Build a Gingerbread House with a Guinness World Record HolderTake the kids to the free Gingerbread Lane display at the Houston Farmers Market and sign up for a workshop with Guinness World Record Holder Jon Lovich who is known for building the largest entirely edible gingerbread village.
HPD officers to take several kids on holiday shopping spree at local Target๐งธ๐๐
Read full article: HPD officers to take several kids on holiday shopping spree at local Target๐งธ๐๐Several officers with the Houston Police Department will accompany dozens of children on a pre-Christmas shopping spree at a Target store on Tuesday.
Organization surprises more than 500 HISD students with visit from local celebrities, gifts at surprise Christmas event
Read full article: Organization surprises more than 500 HISD students with visit from local celebrities, gifts at surprise Christmas eventHouston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner, and the Daisie Foundation are hoping to spread holiday cheer by surprising children at Young Elementary School with a Holiday Magic Event on Tuesday.
Love the holidays? Send KPRC 2 your festive Houston photos ๐ธ๐
Read full article: Love the holidays? Send KPRC 2 your festive Houston photos ๐ธ๐Have you captured the Christmas cheer on camera? ๐ธ We want to see your favorite festive photos! Send us pictures of your holiday decor, Christmas tree, and any other holly jolly pics you snap.
Mind your manners! Local etiquette experts share the 5 holiday rules you should never break
Read full article: Mind your manners! Local etiquette experts share the 5 holiday rules you should never breakFrom potlucks to plus-ones, experts Monica and Darian Lewis put Derrick and Tessa to the test with a holiday trivia game. Plus, they reveal the top five holiday rules you should never break.
๐Your weekly traffic update: Expect road closures for the Reliant Lights Mayorโs Holiday Spectacular
Read full article: ๐Your weekly traffic update: Expect road closures for the Reliant Lights Mayorโs Holiday SpectacularExpect heavy traffic and closures this Saturday as the city of Houston gears up for live performances and the big tree lighting.
Houstonโs 40 best experiences to add to your December bucket list
Read full article: Houstonโs 40 best experiences to add to your December bucket listThe holiday season has returned in full force and this December you can relive your favorite festive traditions -- mind-bogglingly massive holiday markets, dizzyingly dazzling light displays, electrifying stage spectaculars, and more.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
7 ways to prevent packages from getting stolen this holiday season
Read full article: 7 ways to prevent packages from getting stolen this holiday seasonIn light of Wednesday being National Package Protection Day, there are some security measures that can be taken to ensure the gifts you order stay in your possession, and not get in the hands of porch pirates.
The best time of the year returns: Spencer Solves It Team launches Christmas Miracles project for 7th year in a row
Read full article: The best time of the year returns: Spencer Solves It Team launches Christmas Miracles project for 7th year in a rowItโs that time of year again when The Spencer Solves It Team launches their Christmas Miracles Project to help needy families.
Bah Humbug! โA Christmas Carolโ is now playing at the Alley Theatre
Read full article: Bah Humbug! โA Christmas Carolโ is now playing at the Alley TheatreThe Alley Theatre has put on a production of โA Christmas Carolโ annually since 1989, making it a Houston holiday tradition for families!
Houston Zoo Watch2Win: Holiday Lights Spectacular Sweepstakes
Read full article: Houston Zoo Watch2Win: Holiday Lights Spectacular SweepstakesThe holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
Moody Gardens Watch2Win: Holiday Lights Spectacular Sweepstakes
Read full article: Moody Gardens Watch2Win: Holiday Lights Spectacular SweepstakesThe holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
The Salvation Armyโs Angel Tree program: How to adopt an angel in the Houston area
Read full article: The Salvation Armyโs Angel Tree program: How to adopt an angel in the Houston areaIn a typical year, The Salvation Armyโs Angel Tree program puts new clothes and toys under the tree for 1 million children across the country who would otherwise go without Christmas gifts.