For those looking to travel for Thanksgiving next week, it might be better to get all of your online errands taken care of before heading to the airports in Houston.

With just over a week until Thanksgiving Day, the City of Houston is looking for the community’s help as it gears up for another fun-filled holiday parade.

Houston offers a variety of Thanksgiving dining options, including dine-in and to-go meals.

From food preparation to meal delivery, you can be part of a movement and positively impact families one meal at a time.

If you're looking to impress your guests this Thanksgiving, wine and lifestyle expert Daniela Garrido joined us with the perfect wine pairings to complement your favorite dish.

Find out where to donate or receive food this Thanksgiving in Houston. Explore local food drives, meal distribution events, and volunteer opportunities to help families in need or access free holiday meals and essential resources.

Leigh Ann Chatagnier, cookbook author and food blogger behind “My Diary of Us,” stops by with three recipes inspired by classic Thanksgiving sides. Plus, a new twist on the traditional pumpkin pie for dessert.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and in case you’re looking to travel for the holidays, you might want to consider a staycation.

It 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.

Here’s what you need to know about this year’s festivities

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, local organization Families Helping Families is hard at work, preparing to provide 40 tons of food to families in need across the Houston area.

Lagoonfest has now transformed into a whimsical pumpkin patch of sorts! That’s right, the 12-acre lagoon is now aglow with Pumpkin Lights. Picture massive, lit-up jack-o’-lanterns showcasing designs ranging from dinosaurs and sea creatures to favorite characters from iconic Halloween films. You will find fun for the whole family! Houston Life’s Melanie Camp jumped at the opportunity to visit Lagoonfest and check out the Pumpkins Lights set up.

Houston Life got a preview of the 4th Wall Theatre Company's latest production, "The Thanksgiving Play." It's about a school producing a Thanksgiving play that's both historically accurate and culturally sensitive. Of course, it doesn't go off as planned. We spoke to one of the actors, Faith Fossett and Jennifer Dean, managing director of 4th Wall Theatre Company.

Whether you’re traveling the skies or roads, here are a few helpful tips for making it to your destination safely, and with fewer headaches.

Dozens of families say their Thanksgiving was ruined because a caterer they hired didn’t deliver, and despite pre-paying, many of them still haven’t seen their turkey.

The American Jewish Committee and KPRC 2 partner to present America's Table, featuring the many faces and communities of Houston who contribute to making this city one of the most diverse, welcoming, and resilient places in the country

Black Friday is almost upon us, when retailers kick off the holiday season with offers meant to get customers in the shopping mood.

A Houston-area animal shelter has one thing to be thankful for this year: EMPTY. KENNELS.

Some Houston area customers received an unwelcome message early Thanksgiving morning; the dinners they pre-ordered from a Cracker Barrel in League City had been canceled.

This November, our focus was on Operation Turkey. The organization worked to make sure families in need would receive a warm meal on Thanksgiving Day.

Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office is giving back in honor of the Thanksgiving holiday.

The responses tho... 🤣🤣🤣

Several church organizations are holding a turkey giveaway in Houston on Wednesday.

It’s still hard to believe that Matthew Perry, one of the six stars of “Friends,” died a few weeks ago.

There is only one dessert that is appropriate for Thanksgiving, and it’s pumpkin pie.

Offensive line gives out Thanksgiving meals with Kroger.

The Houston Rockets teamed up with rapper 50 Cent’s charity G-Unity Foundation and several other organizations to help needy families this Thanksgiving season.

Whether you’re traveling the skies or roads, here are a few helpful tips for making it to your destination safely, and with fewer headaches.

Walking down the aisle of an H-E-B grocery store in Houston, Texans veteran defensive end Jonathan Greenard was looking to connect with a family before zeroing in on a father and a son.

Are you looking for ways to give back this holiday season? If so, the City Wide Club is still looking for volunteers for the annual Grab ‘n Go or Sit ‘n Sup Super Feasts.

Almost everyone gets heartburn once in a while, and it’s especially common around the holidays since overeating rich foods and drinking alcohol can all trigger the condition. However, those with frequent symptoms should get checked to prevent more serious problems.

Head into any of Exclusive Furniture’s 8 Houston-area locations for chance to SPIN AND WIN IT ALL!

Just want a snuggle? Here's how to borrow a furry friend for the holidays that you can return afterward

‘Tis the season for a turkey takeover!

Cooler temperatures are in the forecast for much of Thanksgiving week.

According to data from a survey taken by 2,000 Americans, Whataburger is the most Googled fast food chain amongst Texans during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Chef Shepherd and his friends from ‘Eat Like a Local’ help you plan the perfect Thanksgiving!

Not hosting? Don't be the guest that arrives empty handed! Montrose Cheese & Wine has the perfect items to bring to the party.

Take the stress out of Thanksgiving cooking with private chef Travis Cooks. He's sharing an easy potato dish perfect for your holiday feast you can cook at home. Or let him cook a whole Thanksgiving meal for you. Find out how in the article.

On Thanksgiving Day, Operation Turkey will be conducting free turkey giveaways throughout Houston, Katy and Pasadena.

Now that Thanksgiving has passed, nothing says holiday spirit more than putting up your Christmas decorations…including the tree!

The power went out for most of the Bridgeland planned community in Cypress at about 11 a.m.

Jeffrey Williams, a retired chef, worked at the Houston Country Club for 34 years.

Oh, Thanksgiving. It’s the one holiday where you stuff your face with delicious food all the while trying to find something to talk about that won’t cause an explosion at the table.

Cheerleaders from Cypress Ranch are headed to New York for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!

This Thanksgiving week, we posed the question to members of our KPRC 2 team -- What are you thankful for this year?

For decades, the Burns family has given out free hot Thanksgiving dinners to the community in need. Monday, Nov. 21, was no different. Once again, more than 1,000 families received good, hot free holiday soul food as the Burns’ family hosted their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway.

Thousands will gather for Super Feast and there’s a lot of work to get set up. but the kitchen is where a lot of the work is taking place.

Easy recipes for at-home entertaining

South Carolina Emergency Management Division has a few things to say about turkeys, food safety and Thanksgiving.

The H.E.B. Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Uptown Holiday Lighting are two of Houston’s biggest holiday events, drawing in tens of thousands of guests.

The American Jewish Committee and KPRC 2 partner to present America's Table, featuring the many faces and communities of Houston who contribute to making this city one of the most diverse, welcoming, and resilient places in the country

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is stepping up enforcement for the Thanksgiving holiday to help ensure people are able to get to and from their celebrations safely.

On Monday, the city of Houston hosted an all-day food donation drive to save a Thanksgiving tradition.

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This Thanksgiving we have a little more than turkey to be excited about as Nov. 24 will now be known as “Hanks Giving Day” in Pittsburg.

Operation Turkey is an organization dedicated to eradicating hunger by giving away free, prepared Thanksgiving meals throughout Houston, Katy and Pasadena on Thanksgiving Day.

It’s not every day that you prepare a feast as big as a Thanksgiving dinner, so it’s easy to forget something. Half-and-half. Butter. That pesky can of cranberry sauce.

The cost to gather around the Thanksgiving table is costlier this year, although estimates suggest record inflation may be on the decline.

Americans are bracing for a costly Thanksgiving this year, with double-digit percent increases in the price of turkey, potatoes, stuffing, canned pumpkin and other staples.

The new exhibition is celebrating the 100th anniversary of King Tut’s discovery with special tomb recreation.

The Big Bounce America 2022 tour includes four massive inflatable attractions, fun for all ages.

While the holidays are a celebratory time for many, some of our neighbors may still be facing hardships while trying to give their families a season’s feast.

On Thanksgiving Day, Operation Turkey will be conducting free turkey giveaways throughout Houston, Katy and Pasadena.

Thinking of flying for the holidays this year? Expect to pay more for airfare than at any other time in recent years.

Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the details of the 73rd annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday.

Power outages left some families across the Houston area struggling to prepare Thanksgiving meals.

Hundreds of people spent part of their Thanksgiving at the George R. Brown Convention Center serving food or picking up meals during the 43rd annual Super Feast.

Operation Turkey delivered 10,000 meals to Houston families on Thanksgiving.

Five cheerleaders from Friendswood High School are set to take part in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday.

The City of Houston’s 72nd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade has been canceled due to storms across the Houston area.

Thousands of people will eat Thanksgiving meal at George R. Brown Convention Center for the 43rd annual Thanksgiving Super Feast.

Diabetes is considered a growing epidemic in the U.S.

Houston Texans head coach David Culley has been blessed with having a lot of good cooks in the family, but right now he says there’s no better cook than his wife.

If you're hosting, you're probably starting to make lists and consider what you need around the house. We're here to help.

We’re talking about thousands of people expected to attend man holiday gatherings around Houston that require a lot of space...and that means a lot of road closures.

Thanksgiving is coming, Houston! And what better way to celebrate than with a pie!

This Thanksgiving week, we posed the question to members of our KPRC 2 team -- What are you thankful for this year?

Family bragging rights, and maybe even some made-up trophies, are usually on the line for a game people look forward to annually.

We all love spoiling our pets, and amid the spoiling we do to ourselves on Thanksgiving with all the delicious food, some of us consider doing the same for our pets.

Houston Texans star Justin Reid partnered with Kroger to help 20 families buy Thanksgiving groceries.

Have you ever sat back and wondered, “If I were a Thanksgiving food, what would I be?” ... Yeah, safe to say, probably no one has!

There’s still time to get your home ready for the holidays at gallery furniture’s Thanksgiving super sale!

The philanthropic-minded Ouzo Bay visited KidsMeals Inc. in Houston to donate, pack and deliver an abundance of fresh turkeys for families in need.

Every year, the Super Feast feeds thousands of Houstonians for Thanksgiving, but this year they are the ones in need.

Wishing you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving!

On Saturday, several organizers and hundreds of volunteers provided food for thousands of families in the Houston area.

He’s just completed his first 100 days as superintendent of the Houston Independent School District. Millard House II says many of those days were spent listening to the parents, teachers and staff about their priorities.

Less than a week away from Thanksgiving and once again, it will be a holiday with the ever-looming pandemic on many people’s brains.

Get a behind-the-scenes look in this story at the new 2021 parade floats as they are being finalized for the 72nd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade in Houston.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’ve likely either made a detailed grocery list, or you’ve thought a lot about what you will serve at the table.

This holiday season skip the can of cranberry sauce and make your own!

Texas drivers will be paying slightly less on gas this Thanksgiving week.

A grandmother and stranger to whom she once mistakenly texted an invitation are gathering for their 6th Thanksgiving together this year.

Families in Fort Bend County still have time to register for an annual food drive held the week of Thanksgiving.

Reynolds Wrap has unveiled three new recipes to make your Thanksgiving turkey look and taste like a hot dog.