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From sparkles to puffy sleeves, Lilly Pulitzer has the latest and timeless holiday clothing trends
Read full article: From sparkles to puffy sleeves, Lilly Pulitzer has the latest and timeless holiday clothing trendsCourtney Zavala gets a glimpse at their new and timeless pieces inside the Highland Village location.
The biggest question asked about Houston Life...
Read full article: The biggest question asked about Houston Life...What’s the most popular question that Derrick Shore and Courtney Zavala get asked about the show? ‘How do I sign-up for my chance to spin the Houston Life Prize Wheel?’ Spoiler alert, it’s easy.
A closer look at fashion brand, Frances Valentine
Read full article: A closer look at fashion brand, Frances ValentineHouston Life’s Courtney Zavala recently sat down with fashion powerhouse, Elyce Arons. From design to store, she shares the story behind the brand and showcases their Fall collection.
Houston actress Juliana Destefano returns home to star in new film ‘Acid Test’
Read full article: Houston actress Juliana Destefano returns home to star in new film ‘Acid Test’Local actress Juliana Destefano chatted with Courtney Zavala about a new feature film that was shot and based right here in Houston.
Yellowstone’s Cole Hauser
Read full article: Yellowstone’s Cole HauserMonday on Houston Life, join us at our new time, 1:00 p.m. We’re kicking the week off with A-list celebrities. Yellowstone’s Cole Hauser, AKA Rip! Courtney Zavala caught up with him and ‘Lloyd Pierce.’ That’s Monday at 1:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Garth Brooks excited to return to Houston
Read full article: Garth Brooks excited to return to HoustonHouston Life’s Courtney Zavala spoke one-on-one with country megastar Garth Brooks ahead of his concert in Houston. The Garth Brooks Stadium tour started in 2019 and ends Saturday night at NRG stadium.
Score a free frozen treat at Discovery Green and help a great Houston cause; This is how to claim your freebie, see ‘Houston Life’ hosts in-person
Read full article: Score a free frozen treat at Discovery Green and help a great Houston cause; This is how to claim your freebie, see ‘Houston Life’ hosts in-personWant to eat a free frozen treat?
‘Htown! What’s up, I’m in the building!’: Queen Latifah sits down with Houston Life’s Courtney Zavala to chat about body positivity
Read full article: ‘Htown! What’s up, I’m in the building!’: Queen Latifah sits down with Houston Life’s Courtney Zavala to chat about body positivity“Htown! What’s up, I’m in the building!”
KPRC 2 Mother’s Day photo album: Anchors, reporters share heartwarming pics with their moms
Read full article: KPRC 2 Mother’s Day photo album: Anchors, reporters share heartwarming pics with their momsMother’s Day is Sunday, May 8, and KPRC 2′s anchors and reporters are celebrating the lovely ladies in their lives. Scroll below for some heartwarming photos of our team members with their biggest fans.
Courtney visits the set of Top Chef Houston
Read full article: Courtney visits the set of Top Chef HoustonWednesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, Host Courtney Zavala visits the set of Top Chef in Houston. She’ll show you the behind-the-scenes fun. All this season, Top Chef has filmed in Houston. On Wednesday, Courtney visits the set during a Quickfire Challenge on episode 9. You can watch that Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Cardinal Daniel DiNardo reflects on what this holy season means to him and Houston Catholics Friday on Houston Life
Read full article: Cardinal Daniel DiNardo reflects on what this holy season means to him and Houston Catholics Friday on Houston LifeIt’s Holy Week and the church is returning to more normalcy following the pandemic.
Hats with a purpose: the mission behind Bumble & Brim
Read full article: Hats with a purpose: the mission behind Bumble & BrimFashion that gives back. Bumble and Brim creates timeless hats with personalized touches. They're also working towards making the future brighter for those with special needs.
🔒 Insiders - Here’s your chance to have a Zoom hangout with Derrick and Courtney. Prizes will be given away!
Read full article: 🔒 Insiders - Here’s your chance to have a Zoom hangout with Derrick and Courtney. Prizes will be given away!If you've been wanting to chat with Houston Life's Derrick Shore and Courtney Zavala, now we have your exclusive Insiders opportunity for an online hangout session!
🔒Catching up with Houston Life! What we’ve been working on during the Winter Olympics
Read full article: 🔒Catching up with Houston Life! What we’ve been working on during the Winter OlympicsCurious what our Houston Life team has been up to during the Winter Olympics with no shows? Trust us, we have been working on a lot!
The Texans are on 2 tonight and KPRC’s team is there!
Read full article: The Texans are on 2 tonight and KPRC’s team is there!KPRC 2 is home to the Houston Texans Thursday night game against the Carolina Panthers. Members of the KPRC team are broadcasting live from inside and outside the stadium, with a pre-game show kicking off at 6:30 p.m.
Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms share the best & worst parenting advice they’ve received
Read full article: Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms share the best & worst parenting advice they’ve receivedWe’re rounding out our “Mom-versations” series as KPRC 2′s Courtney Zavala, Amy Davis, Sofia Ojeda and Britta Merwin share the best and worst parenting advice they’ve received. And I’m like LEAVE ME ALONE... I’M WORKING SO HARD. I’M TRYING SO HARD […]. I’m like WE GOTTA GO...” - Sofia OjedaWatch the clip below to see the full discussion with the moms. RELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON PARENTING STYLESRELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON KIDS AND TECHNOLOGYAdRELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON PARENTING DURING THE PANDEMICRELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON MANAGING MOM GUILT
Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms on parenting styles
Read full article: Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms on parenting stylesHOUSTON – When it comes to parenting, what’s your style? Our “Mom-versations” series continues as KPRC 2′s Courtney Zavala, Amy Davis, Sofia Ojeda and Britta Merwin weigh in on this popular topic. The moms all agree that they parent each kid differently. Watch the clip below to see the full discussion with the moms. RELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON KIDS AND TECHNOLOGYRELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON PARENTING DURING THE PANDEMICRELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON MANAGING MOM GUILT
Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms on kids & technology
Read full article: Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms on kids & technologyOur “Mom-versations” series continues as KPRC 2′s Courtney Zavala, Amy Davis, Sofia Ojeda and Britta Merwin tackle the topic of technology and screen time. The moms all agree that starting off kids with an old cell phone is appropriate. Amy says she’s heard of parents taking a pact to “wait until eight,” that’s eighth grade before introducing a cell phone. Sofia mentioned that her oldest daughter, “wants a cell phone, but we’re not doing cell phones for a while.”The moms also weighed in on screen time. RELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON PARENTING DURING THE PANDEMICRELATED: KPRC 2 MOMS ON MANAGING MOM GUILT
Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms on parenting during the pandemic
Read full article: Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms on parenting during the pandemicHOUSTON – Parenting is full of challenges, but throw in a pandemic and things can really get crazy. Our “Mom-versations” series continues as KPRC 2′s Courtney Zavala, Amy Davis, Sofia Ojeda and Britta Merwin weigh in on the many challenges and funny moments that have occurred during this new normal. During the pandemic, Britta remained at the station. We were lucky to get it on the air.” - Courtney ZavalaAdAmy had a REAL mom moment happen during one of her interviews. Our kids are really feeling the stress right now.” - Sofia OjedaWatch the clip below to see the full discussion with the moms.
Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms weigh in on managing ‘mom guilt’
Read full article: Mom-versations: KPRC 2 moms weigh in on managing ‘mom guilt’Courtney Zavala and family (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Amy Davis and family (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Sofia Ojeda and family (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Britta Merwin and family (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
Explore Indian culture with Bollywood dancing in Houston
Read full article: Explore Indian culture with Bollywood dancing in HoustonHOUSTON – Houston Life hosts, Derrick Shore and Courtney Zavala learn the basics of Bollywood dancing with a virtual lesson. The studio offers Bollywood dance and fitness classes, competition dance teams and performance groups for weddings and other special events. Because of Covid-19, they now offer dance and fitness classes online to help people stay active in their homes during Quarantine. They have a special offer for Houston Life viewers. New virtual clients can mention “Houston Life” to get one week of free virtual fitness classes or 50% off the first month of virtual dance classes.
Meet the face behind the Texas pie shop serving slices of heaven
Read full article: Meet the face behind the Texas pie shop serving slices of heavenMeet the face behind the Texas pie shop serving slices of heavenPublished: November 19, 2020, 5:00 pmAre you planning on baking for Thanksgiving? Why not pick up a pie, so you don’t have to cook? You can help a small business and be part of a Texas institution. Tara Steele, owner of Royers Pie Haven in Round Top, Texas, started baking at just eight years old and knows how a slice of pie can bring people together.
Fashion and lifestyle expert shares tips to help you stay stylish in quarantine | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Fashion and lifestyle expert shares tips to help you stay stylish in quarantine | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Fashion and lifestyle expert shares tips to help you stay stylish in quarantine | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: November 10, 2020, 6:26 pmDo quarantine and Zoom have you taking a hit in the fashion and beauty department? Lifestyle expert Sydney Sadick shares tips from her new book, Aim High, to help you get your slay game back on point.
Houston’s Stacked Cookies has a sweet startup story and fifty flavors to satisfy your cravings | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Houston’s Stacked Cookies has a sweet startup story and fifty flavors to satisfy your cravings | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Houston’s Stacked Cookies has a sweet startup story and fifty flavors to satisfy your cravings | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: November 6, 2020, 3:49 pmBusiness owners have been getting creative in ways to keep their business thriving during the pandemic. Thao Tran, a Pearland resident who owned a nail salon, decided to close up shop and start from scratch. She soon cooked up a new venture, Stacked Cookies, and is now enjoying the sweet smell of success.
Houston’s own Christina Wells to host virtual concert | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Houston’s own Christina Wells to host virtual concert | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Houston’s own Christina Wells to host virtual concert | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: October 9, 2020, 8:16 pmChristina Wells, the powerhouse vocalist and “America’s Got Talent” alum is getting ready to perform her first ever virtual concert on Sunday, October 11. Tickets are $15 and a portion of the proceeds will go to charity.
"Some people just have different levels of being friendly" HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: "Some people just have different levels of being friendly" HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Courtney and Derrick discuss friendly and not so friendly public encounters. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745.
‘Who knows the MOST about their co-HOST!?’ | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: ‘Who knows the MOST about their co-HOST!?’ | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. Copyright © 2020 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and pubished by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings.
Meet the Magnolia pastry chef behind Courtney’s spectacular birthday cake
Read full article: Meet the Magnolia pastry chef behind Courtney’s spectacular birthday cakeKaren DeGuzman is the talent behind these creations, and she shared the process of making this eye-catching treat for this special occasion. Courtney Zavala's birthday cake by Butter Baby Bakery (Butter Baby Bakery)“I had a lot of fun making it. Cake by Karen DeGuzman (Butter Baby Bakery)DeGuzman started her own business last year, after working for three years as the head cake decorator at Common Bond, a position where she created an entire cake program. Pastry chef Karen DeGuzman (Karen DeGuzman)She now runs Butter Baby Bakery out of her home in Magnolia with the help of her husband Jonathan. To connect with Butter Baby Bakery, click here.
Actor David Hornsby talks Good Girls, growing up in Houston
Read full article: Actor David Hornsby talks Good Girls, growing up in HoustonHOUSTON David Hornsby is a longtime actor, producer and screenwriter with credits to his name such as NBCs Good Girls, Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and the new Apple TV+ show Mythic Quest. He was bitten by the acting bug doing theater at Houstons own Kinkaid High School. David sat down over Zoom with Houston Lifes Courtney Zavala to discuss his current projects and Houston upbringing. David: I got into acting at Kinkaid in Houston and we had a great drama program there. Mythic Quest premiered in February on Apple TV but before they even got it off the ground it was renewed for a second season. You can follow David Hornsby on Instagram here and catch his new show Mythic Quest only on Apple TV+
BIG NEWS: KPRC 2s Houston Life is moving to 3 p.m.
Read full article: BIG NEWS: KPRC 2s Houston Life is moving to 3 p.m.HOUSTON KPRC 2s HOUSTON LIFE, Houstons no. HOUSTON LIFE: June 12, 2020Co-hosted by three-time Emmy Award-winner Derrick Shore and former KPRC 2 anchor Courtney Zavala, HOUSTON LIFE has quickly become the citys go-to program for honest and witty conversations about all things H-Town, including family, community, food, fashion, entertainment and of course, the perfect mixed drink to go with whatever you do. During the recent COVD-19 pandemic, HOUSTON LIFEs popularity exploded among viewers, consistently winning its time period against national programming and consistently outperforming all other locally produced lifestyle/talk shows. Now in its fourth year, HOUSTON LIFE launched in August 2016 from its first studio in the Galleria. After two seasons the decision was made to build HOUSTON LIFE its own home inside the new, state-of-the-art KPRC-TV Channel 2 studios on the Southwest Freeway.
Art Assignment: Pick your favorite Houston Life artwork
Read full article: Art Assignment: Pick your favorite Houston Life artworkHOUSTON – Have you seen all the awesome “HL” art featured behind Houston Life’s Courtney Zavala as she hosts that show weekdays at 1 p.m.? Since “Houston Life” is all about the best parts of life in Houston, we’ve decided to make THAT last week’s KPRC 2 Kids art assignment. On Friday, May 8, we will announce our Artists of the Week on Houston Life. We LOVE Houston and we LOVE all the great art you’re sharing with us! Pick your favorite artwork in the gallery below
Houston stylist walks
Read full article: Houston stylist walksHouston stylist walksPublished: April 14, 2020, 3:10 pmIt’s a popular topic all over the Internet, what to do with your hair during quarantine. From memes to how-to videos, everyone is dealing with it, including the kids! Houston Life’s Courtney Zavala tackles her son’s trim with some help from a pro. Cecilia Kerr, a stylist with The Upper Hand, walked her through the entire process, which took about 36 minutes from start to finish. Courtney even earned a 5-star rating from her son when it was all over.
Thrift Shop Throwdown: Can Derrick and Courtney score designer brands for less?
Read full article: Thrift Shop Throwdown: Can Derrick and Courtney score designer brands for less?Now imagine scoring high end labels at bargain prices at a thrift store? They teamed up with Derrick Shore and Courtney Zavala and put them up to the test in a new edition of Thrift Shop Throwdown. The goal is to see between them, who can find the item with the highest retail value with a $25 budget. To see the throwdown, watch video above. And to see who won this time, watch the video below.
Dominique Sachse reveals her ultimate makeover giveaway winner's new look | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Dominique Sachse reveals her ultimate makeover giveaway winner's new look | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Dominique Sachse reveals her ultimate makeover giveaway winner's new look | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: January 21, 2020, 4:44 pmTo celebrate hitting 1M subscribers on YouTube, KPRC 2 Anchor Dominique Sachse gave away a prize package bigger than any other - a weekend stay in Houston and a head-to-toe makeover. She stopped by Houston Life with her winner Jill Cooper to reveal Jill's new look!