With rental scams on the rise, prospective tenants need to stay vigilant while searching for a home.

Investigators said one of the home invaders was caught quickly, but the second played a "cat and mouse game" with patrol officers before barricading himself in a tree.

Home design expert and content creator Dee Brown loves a good DIY project -- and she loves minimal, money-saving tips. Check out how she transformed her dining room using items she already had at home -- and why her wallpaper fail turned into a happy accident.

Doorbell camera video captured a heated exchange between two people, both staking claim to the same Aldine-area home.

Believe it or not, some people in Houston do not experience outage anxiety during a storm. That is because they have the right backup power system. However, not everybody can install a whole-home generator at home, which is where Bronco Power comes in. The Bronco Power Boost is a solution for homeowners who find permitting issues are stopping them from installing a whole-home generator.

From decorating with darker colors to mixed metals - see how you can incorporate these trends into your home design and style. Visit www.StarFurniture.com to learn more.

United Way Worldwide and Paramount Global have announced they will host a benefit to raise funds for those impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

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A homeowner in northwest Houston is still trying to figure out what happened after a driver crashed into her home overnight Monday and took off.

Star Furniture has tips that can help with common design dilemmas, and this time – we are focusing on bringing bold colors into your home.

It's fall, y'all! That means it's football season and the holidays will be here before you know it. If you're planning to host friends and family but your furniture is in need of a refresh, shop local at Living Designs Furniture and get a custom piece you'll love for a lifetime.

A five-acre piece of property in northeast Houston that once belonged to a Houston surrogacy company is now owned by a trust that will one day be able to repay families who accuse the company of fraud, according to records.

This non-profit organization helps ensure Houstonians have access to safe, sanitary and secure housing.

It has been nearly 6 weeks since Hurricane Beryl and many Houstonians are still cleaning up the mess. Local business frontier services have been on the frontline helping people after disaster strikes.

If your legs feel heavy, achy, or even swollen throughout the day that is not just something that comes with age. Dr. Tonie Reincke of Reincke Vein Center in Sugar Land said these symptoms could be signs of something more serious, like vein disease.

Imagine this, you have owned your home for over a decade, and you can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. You make enough to pay your monthly bills, help your kids with paying for college, and even take the occasional vacation. Then, in an instant, your financial life is crushed!

More than 200 volunteers with The Restoration Team spent 6 months ripping out moldy sheetrock and putting 87-year-old George Tisdale’s home back together. Since the non-profit started after Hurricane Harvey with members of just 4 churches, it has grown. Pulling in and putting people to work from here and across the country.

KPRC 2's Amy Davis has what you need to know to make sure you are getting what you need from your insurance company.

We're taking you inside the factory of Houston-based Living Designs Furniture where their team of designers will work with you to create the furniture pieces you've always wanted. Designer Sarah Zubowski shows us how she took a popular sectional design and transformed it to create a high-end designer look.

Whether you're considering buying, selling, or renovating a home, timing can be everything. Real estate expert Lily Jang shares the latest on the Houston housing market and offers advice for getting your home prepared for the next major weather event.

If you've had your eye on one of those trendy white sofas but you're worried you won't be able to keep it clean, you've got to see some of the performance fabrics from Houston-based Living Designs Furniture. It's a family-owned and operated company and the furniture is made to order using locally-sourced, high-quality materials.

On Sage Road in the Galleria, you’ll find the Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove Houston showroom. This space takes the idea of a showroom to the next level. Think of it more as an experience where you’ll not only get an idea of how an appliance might look in your own home but you’ll get to see it in action. Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove corporate chef, Colin Shine explained that the showroom is “really a unique opportunity to show off our family of brands."

Texas is the only Gulf State that doesn’t license roofers. Anybody can call themselves a roofer. That’s why you have to protect yourself. Investigator Amy Davis has a list of what you should ask before hiring a roofing contractor.

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Local mom Brittany Franklin knew she wanted to upgrade her home, but instead of moving into a new place, she and her husband decided to focus on making their current home work better for them. So they upgraded virtually every room in their home with brand new, custom-made furniture from Living Designs Furniture -- a local, family-owned company where quality, locally-sourced materials and excellent craftsmanship are what keep customers coming back.

If you are a first-time home buyer in the Houston area, there may be help available for you. From grants to assistance with funding, there are some options for those looking to finance a home in the Houston area.

Seemingly in no time, a bird had built a nest right on top of the panel of the garage door opener.

We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports has what to consider before you fix or nix.

For the first time in nearly six years a Houston victim of hurricane Harvey is waking up in her own bed in a brand new home. It wasn’t just the floodwaters that kept Julia Benjamin from getting back home. A $39,000 City of Houston water bill almost kept her from getting the new home she qualified for from the Texas General Land office.

Officials said that two people were rescued after a fire broke out at a home near Fifth Ward early Wednesday morning.

Watch as the Habitat crew and team from UTHealth hammer away to get walls for the new home started for its deserving new family.

It is important to get your home ready when temperatures drop. When icy conditions arrive pipes can burst, you may find your heating system needed a service, your gutters can come crashing down. Watch these tips from an expert to learn how you can be ready and avoid some of the pitfalls when the temperature falls.

With freezing temperatures headed our way next week, here are some tips on how homeowners and renters can make their homes “winter-ready.”

Jemine Oakes with local plant shop The Flora Culture stops by Houston Life with her expert tips to keep your indoor house plants happy and healthy during the winter months.

If you've ever needed to buy new furniture, you know it can be an overwhelming process.

Rhonda Kaiser with Southern Home and Farm shares expert design tips to help make your table really pop this holiday season.

Dee Brown, TV personality and Home Design Content Creator shares her pro tips on how to refresh a space, adding style and function, without breaking the bank.

TV personality and home design content creator, Dee Brown, shares chic and cheap ways to refresh your space.

A family hoping to save their home made another plea to the Aldine Independent School District on Tuesday night, with a room full of supporters behind them.

Tips from interior design star Gin Braverman

With countless hours of hard work, and help from our amazing build partners, a mother and daughter will finally be able to enjoy their beautiful new home.

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Looking for stylish and comfortable furniture for entertaining guests? Check out Living Designs Furniture, a local family-owned business that offers quality pieces at affordable prices. Follow Derrick as he shows you how to customize your perfect piece and save with this month's deals.

We are always looking for ways to save you money. The Texas summer heat means you are probably using more electricity to cool off your home. Viewer Don Conger emailed Investigator Amy Davis and said his utility bills are sky-high. He’s looking for a company that will do a home energy audit to show him things he can do in his home to conserve electricity.

At 57 years old, Edward Stewart walks me through the story of his life through pictures of his life. Throughout that life, Edward has always cherished the privilege of hard work.

Red, White and Wow!

Harry, a Vietnam veteran who lost his wife a short time ago, lost his ability to do many of the things he loves after he was stricken with Parkinson’s disease.

A home dropped in the middle of Malcolm Drive Tuesday in north Houston is turning heads and causing traffic problems.

Plants make everything better, y'all!

The new Harris County Eviction Program will start accepting applications for those facing evictions in April after the program was recently approved at commissioner’s court, according to a release.

We’re celebrating the 10th anniversary of our Habitat partnership with some exciting changes…including a brand-new build site!

A woman in Florida is speaking out, claiming she paid Christal Clear Designs over six figures for interior design work but the company never came to her home.

Toast, bake, broil, and more with this refurbished 2-in-1 toaster oven. This refurbished 2-in-1 compact toaster oven is now on sale for $69.99

Round Top Collection is a Houston FAV for gifts and home décor. The Houston Life team headed to their Katy location to get an exclusive look at their Valentine’s collection, and even a pop of what they have in store for spring!

If you feel toys, books, puzzles, and games are taking over your kid’s playroom and there’s no way to contain the mess, it’s time to get organized.

As you prep your home for any potential effects of the arctic air impacting us in Houston, Houston Life chats with Raleigh Jenkins from ABC Home & Commercial to answer some questions you may have regarding the freeze.

With freezing temperatures headed our way this week, AAA Texas is reminding homeowners and renters how to prepare and maintain homes during inclement weather to avoid winter-related repairs.

Looking to spruce up your home for the holidays? The experts at Living Designs Furniture can help.

From upholstered bed frames to custom sofas and chairs, they have so many options that fit any budget.

With the holiday season in full swing, we’ve got a fun DIY project you can do at home, FOR YOUR HOME. Or you can gift one to a friend or family member for Christmas! Houston Native Eboni Roberts, Founder and Creative Director of Kicky Mats stopped by to demonstrate this creative and artsy craft with Courtney and Katherine—guest hosting for Derrick Shore today!

River Oaks -- one of the most sought-after, expensive, oldest and storied neighborhoods in Houston -- is known for its expansive mansions and now it has another on the market that’s decidedly new. Like brand, brand-new.

Deputies are investigating after a mother and daughter were found dead inside a home in west Harris County on Monday.

El periodo de votación anticipada será del 24 de octubre al 4 de noviembre.

All day today, the KPRC 2 team is helping to paint a house for a deserving local family in need.

Authorities have responded to a home where they say a child nearly drowned on Friday night.

As a homeowner, one of the toughest decisions you’ll have to make about your air conditioner and heater is when it’s time for a new unit. So how are you supposed to know when it’s time to replace part or your entire HVAC system?

As a homeowner, one of the toughest decisions you’ll have to make about your air conditioner and heater is when it’s time for a new unit. So how are you supposed to know when it’s time to replace part or your entire HVAC system?

A Missouri City estate with a pond on four acres of land is on the market for $2.3 million.

Six people were arrested during a search warrant of a home in west Houston, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

If you have duvets on your bed, you know how difficult it can be to get the duvet inside the duvet cover.

As the price of everything goes up, you may be asking about ways to save. Our KPRC 2 team is finding ways to help your family save money. Today, we are looking into how to get lower prices on big-ticket appliances, and what you need to know about buying scratch and dent products.

We know turning up the a/c helps conserve energy during these hot summer months, but making it warmer inside good for your home? Amy gets answers and has a few tips from the experts for preventing mold growth.

A car slammed into a home in The Heights on Sunday and neighbors in the area say speed is to blame.

From how to choose the perfect paint color to how to find high-end lighting for less.

Harris County residents who plan to protest the market value of their home due to an error have until next month to file, the Harris County Appraisal District said.

The homeowner says not much has changed since Hurricane Harvey, no repairs have been made to his home and there's no electricity or heat.

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Easy Easter DIY ideas

DispatchHealth brings the power of a hospital into your home. They provide same-day service to Houston-area patients of all ages.

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Get rid of dirt and dust with this long-lasting swivel vacuum

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How to declutter and organize your workspace.

Did you hear? Exclusive Furniture now has SDD!

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Officers with the Kemah Police Department and Galveston County Sheriff’s Office have set up a perimeter around a home in Bacliff where a man is allegedly barricaded inside.

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Two brothers were injured and one is unharmed after a fire broke out at an east Houston home.

With the start of a new year, you may be thinking of reinventing your space.

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Supply chain issues are a hot topic right now!

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Painting furniture is a way to breathe new life into old furnishings.

Harris County Precinct 4 deputies are investigating after they said a woman was found dead and a man was found injured at a home in northwest Harris County.