Get to know the local non-profit CoolxDad inspiring fathers of color and breaking stereotypes.

Can’t make it to the festival? The YETI Culinary Stage cooking demos will be livestreamed on KPRC 2+ starting at 4:30 p.m. The demonstrations will be hosted by chef, YouTube personality, and New York Times bestselling author Brad Leone.

A California-based parking company, Metropolis, which manages several parking garages and lots in Houston, is under fire for allegedly tricking drivers into paying exorbitant fees.

Drivers coming in from Baytown, headed to downtown, look for a different route as an 18-wheeler crash is causing several shutdowns.

This mural is meant to serve as a reminder of the slaves whose forced labor created the foundation on which our nation is built.

Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Houston next week to attend Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s funeral, the White House announced Saturday.

The Houston Democrat announced earlier this year that she had cancer.

713 Day in Houston celebrates the city's culture and community with a variety of events and specials.

Several restaurants and businesses in Houston are open today, July 9, to serve residents affected by Hurricane Beryl.

KPRC 2 gives you an exclusive first look at the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl across the Houston area. Our viewers have submitted incredible photos showcasing the storm's impact through Click2Pins. Submit your photos and join the conversation.

A 16-year-old is in critical condition after colliding with a police vehicle while riding an electric scooter in downtown Houston last night.

Earlier this month, the Houston BCycle bike sharing service announced that it would be closing on June 30. As that day approaches, the City of Houston has begun the process of collecting all the bikes.

Bruce Butler, 37, is charged with capital murder. He is accused of shooting and killing Richard Nugent, 38, and RJ Lewis, 66, on June 2.

Houston PD Lt. Willkens said a woman he described as "highly intoxicated" sideswiped another vehicle and when that driver confronted her, she started shooting at them through her vehicle.

Join the Houston Life team in exploring Houston’s connection to Juneteenth with a trip to The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park in Downtown Houston.

Downtown Houston is rebuilding after last month’s derecho, with most roads and sidewalks now reopened.

As Downtown Houston continues to rebuild in the aftermath of last month’s derecho, the city has provided an updated list of which streets have reopened and which ones remain closed as repairs persist.

This study aims to address safety, mobility, and infrastructure needs along Interstate 45 South, in response to projected growth in the area.

Houston is known as a melting pot of cultures and its dining scene is a reflection of that diversity. The mix of flavors and cultural fusions is what so many people love about the city.

More than two weeks after devastating storms caused damage all across the Houston area, street closures continue in Downtown Houston as crews continue to repair damaged buildings.

Nearly two weeks after a devastating storm caused damage all across the Houston area, street closures continue in downtown.

Recovery efforts are underway in downtown Houston after winds reached 100 miles per hour last week but it could be months before the country’s fourth largest city returns to normal.

The City of Houston has approved the sale of a tract of land along White Oak Bayou to the Texas Department of Transportation.

The Downtown Houston Management District has announced additional road and sidewalk closures due to ongoing repair work and changing wind conditions.

The Houston Downtown Management District says over 2,500 windows were reportedly damaged in Thursday’s storm.

The Houston Downtown Management District says over 2,500 windows were reportedly damaged in Thursday’s storm.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire provided an update on the city’s recovery efforts following Thursday’s deadly storm.

The club says it plans to rebuild and they're temporarily relocating to Vida Garden and Pick Your Poison.

The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touchdown Thursday evening in the Cypress area.

Investigators say the driver was speeding when she crashed sideways into a tree on Memorial, splitting her car in half before it caught on fire.

Houston Police say a woman who was critically injured in a deadly crash that killed three former University of Houston football players in downtown Houston in November 2023 has died.

Texans roll out new uniforms

Authorities are picking up pieces of a vehicle left abandoned on the train tracks near the University of Houston - Downtown overnight.

The proposed project would connect the toll road to Downtown Houston. On Tuesday, Commissioners’ court heard from people who are for and against the project.

The Annual Houston St. Patrick's Parade is a family affair. Find out how it started and what you can expect this year.

GO BANANAS!🍌

The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park is offering tours to highlight our founding mothers this March

An exciting weekend in Houston with Lunar New Year celebrations taking place across the area.

A tragic accident unfolded Wednesday morning in north of Downtown Houston when a woman and her dog were struck by construction equipment, according the Houston Police Department.

There's a cooking collaboration class happening this week in Houston, and executive Chef Adam Vero from Guard and Grace is here with the details.

KPRC 2 presents exclusive coverage of the 2024 Houston Sports Awards from 713 Music Hall in Downtown Houston.

Get different behind-the-scenes perspectives of the 2024 Houston Sports Awards by choosing one of the live camera options presented by KPRC 2.

Houston's Legend Kam Franklin presents new music this weekend.

A water pipe burst inside a downtown Houston apartment building, flooding several apartment homes first thing Monday morning.

A person is now dead after being stabbed in downtown Houston early Monday morning.

The family of an 18-year old woman found dead along Buffalo Bayou near downtown is demanding justice.

A person who was behind the wheel of a Tesla is now dead after reportedly crashing into an Uber in downtown Houston Sunday night.

Houston Police said a woman’s body was discovered in downtown as authorities were searching for a person who had been reported missing.

Giant LED touchscreen kiosks tower over city sidewalks all throughout the region. The kiosks are part of a program launched in 2021 by the Mayor’s Office of Innovation.

The owners of Infuse Me CBD in the First Ward say their business was broken into and their products were stolen on Monday.

A man is recovering this morning after he was found with a gunshot wound in the leg near a Houston hospital.

The Houston Sports Authority announced Wednesday the 7th annual Houston Sports Awards will be hosted by Houston Astros pitcher and two time World Series champion Lance McCullers Jr.

An investigation is underway after a person was fatally struck by a METRORail train in downtown Houston Thursday evening.

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A 24-year-old has been detained after police said an argument with his father turned deadly Monday morning.

If you’re looking for ways to spice up your Instagram, these Houston locations have the best attractions to get you those picture-perfect shots.

Big changes are coming to downtown Houston, thanks to a Senate bill that is anticipated to bring around $2 billion to the area.

Step into The Wynn Network Plus on Highway 6 in Sugar Land and you will feel like you are stepping back to the days when movie night was a whole thing! The Wynn Network Plus is a family run DVD rental store, event space, and café.

The hottest music, events, movies and more taking place in Houston from June 22 to June 26.

Investigators are searching for a suspect accused in the death of a man whose body was found by a passerby in downtown Houston. Richard Denton Needham, 39, has been charged with murder.

You can experience different parts of the world without leaving Houston. The International festival or iFest USA celebrates diversity and multiculturalism supporting peace, love, and friendship. And we're getting a sneak peek of an egyptian dance performance ahead of this annual festival.

Oh weekend, how we yearn for thee!

Puttshack Houston brings mini golf, a thoughtfully crafted menu, and fun twists to your favorite cocktails to downtown hitting a hole-in-one when it comes to fun!

Tyra Banks, MOVE OVER! This ‘Houston’s Next Top Model’ traded in his business suits for a 100% upcycled boilersuit in honor of Earth Day.

The 27-year-old woman made multiple posts to showcase her work on social media and was even featured on a podcast to discuss it. Unfortunately, those statements turned into her admission of guilt.

Even on a damp dark day, Patrick Coleman can be found at his favorite watering hole.“I love downtown,” he said. “We took the bus and the train to come here today. That’s what I like so much about it. You’re not worried about where you’re going to park.”

A massive fire broke out at an apartment complex in downtown Houston Saturday, damaging dozens of units.

You're invited to the 2023 NCAA Final Four Fan Events.

In 2022, the number of people experiencing homelessness decreased by 20% compared to pre-covid levels in 2020, according to the coalition.

The Houston Astros Caravan is back, y’all!

A 26-year-old security guard working at a downtown Houston nightclub has been convicted in its 2019 violent armed robbery, the U.S. Attorney Office announced Monday.

A man in his late 20s was shot at least twice in front of his girlfriend while they were walking home from a concert in downtown Houston early Sunday, police said.

Attorneys for Patrick Xavier Clark, the 33-year-old man charged in the murder of Migos rapper Takeoff, filed a motion Tuesday asking for his bond amount to be reduced.

A local man recently went viral with a reel showcasing a panoramic photo of Downtown Houston that was taken using an old Nintendo GameBoy from the 90s. The video got over 1 million views, over 150,000 likes, and the numbers have been rising every second on both Instagram and Tiktok. Tuesday on Houston Life, we’ll meet this photographer, find out how he put the camera together and why he is even using a GameBoy to begin with. That’s Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.

Want to feel like you’re downtown without the hassle of leaving home?

Pride Bike Ride Houston returned to its weekly tradition Tuesday night, exactly two weeks after a hit-and-run driver killed one of their own.

Click2Pins.com is where we find the photos that are making your life what it is in Southeast Texas.

A search is underway for the driver of a pickup truck who allegedly hit a motorcyclist near downtown Houston early Saturday.

What does it take to get a giant mural onto the side of a building? Houston Life's Melanie Camp went Downtown to find out more from International Artist Chase Maclaim.

This annual event features the work of over 200 artists, representing 19 different art disciplines.

Three people were injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a bicycle taxi while leaving the Astros game in downtown Houston Tuesday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.

Ever wanted to order a pizza as fast as three minutes? It’s now possible, thanks to a new machine that’s taking pizza delivery by storm.

Ever wanted to order a pizza as fast as three minutes? It’s now possible, thanks to a new machine that’s taking pizza delivery by storm.

It’s an excellent time to try new food in Houston.

The Lyric Market, a new food hall in Houston’s Theater District, will open this fall.

Several streets in downtown Houston were temporarily shut down Wednesday as police investigated a suspicious package found at a building.

Meagan Blackstock and her family drove more than an hour to get to an Astros game Tuesday night and found parking in a private lot right near the ballpark.

Take a few minutes, answer the questions, and see where you land on the Houston spectrum.

Houston Life Reporter Melanie Camp met up with Australia's Thunder from Down Under to find out just how Aussie they really are...

A 26-year-old security guard working at a downtown Houston nightclub has been convicted in its 2019 violent armed robbery, the U.S. Attorney Office announced Monday.

A Houston police officer was taken to the hospital Wednesday after being involved in a traffic accident while transporting a prisoner to jail.

Houston is the most ethnically diverse region in the entire country. Each year this diversity is celebrated through the International Festival or iFest. KPRC 2 is a proud sponsor of this event. Friday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’ll give you a sneak peek at the food, music, dance and customs you and your family can experience this weekend for free at iFest 2022 at Discovery Green in Downtown Houston.

Are you looking for a fun family-friendly event to attend this weekend?

These parks are in the Houston area or not too far from it.

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County has been working on a new way to travel between Downtown and Uptown, as these areas are two of Houston’s largest employment and activity centers.

For those with nautical inclinations but no ship to call their own, here are eight Houston-area boats – from a pontoon to a yacht – offering daytime and evening sightseeing tours, and dinner and dancing cruises.

A group of University of Houston undergraduate students and their professor have identified what they say have become the 10 most dangerous non-freeway Houston intersections post-lockdown.

Southwest of Downtown Houston is a close-knit area brimming with African-American heritage.