There’s another rodeo in Houston—but you won’t find a bull or a horse in sight. Instead, you’ll find men and women climbing poles, racing against the clock, and working together in high-stakes challenges designed to mirror real-life emergencies. Welcome to the IBEW Local 66 Lineman’s Rodeo.

A cold front Saturday brings a flood and severe weather risk for the afternoon and night

NASA granted KPRC 2’s Gage Goulding rare access inside Mission Control at Johnson Space Center as the Artemis II crew travels toward the moon, offering a firsthand look at the team responsible for guiding the historic mission.

Houston preservationists say the clock is ticking on efforts to save the Garden Oaks Theatre. The nonprofit leading the charge says it has 53 days to raise the remaining funds, or demolition could be back on the table.

A flood-prone underpass in Houston’s East End is once again causing problems for drivers and businesses, with neighbors saying even light rain can make the road impassable.

Students at Texas Southern University are celebrating after speaking out and seeing change.

Houston police say a 3-year-old child has been transported to a hospital after being brought in to an urgent care center with a gunshot wound.

Je’Von Evans is proof that age is just a number in the WWE. The Houston Life team caught up with the high-flying Superstar — nicknamed “The Young OG of WWE” — ahead of Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center.

Stephen F. Austin standout corner Charles Demmings to visit Texans

Houston Mayor John Whitmire rejected City Comptroller Chris Hollins’ warning of a potential $174 million deficit in 2026, insisting the city will balance its budget without raising taxes.

Houston City Council District C voters will choose a new council member in a special election on Saturday, April 4, following Abbie Kamin’s resignation to run for Harris County Attorney.

Accountability starts here. Houston deserves answers when problems persist, and systems fail the people they’re meant to serve.

After three years at Carlton Woods Golf Club in The Woodlands, the LPGA Chevron Championship moves into the city at its new home at Memorial Park Golf Club. The first major championship of the year runs April 23-26.

A fatal crash that left multiple people injured in downtown Houston is under investigation Friday morning, according to the Houston Police Department.

Watch for strong to severe storms Saturday along a cold front.

Texans to meet with Texas A&M defensive tackle Tyler Onyedim

Houston's long stretch of losses to Texas Tech is over after UH takes down the Red Raiders in Lubbock in series opener.

Jordan Bey, a standout senior at Episcopal High School, is having an exceptional final season.

In this week’s Our Town, we take you to Houston’s Near Northside, just a stone’s throw from downtown, where rapid development is reshaping a historic community. New apartments, new businesses, and increased attention are transforming the area surrounding White Oak Music Hall.

A Harris County grand jury has declined to indict Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt on a burglary of a vehicle charge.

The Astros pitcher & Academy gave each child $200 to spend and donated $1,000 to BEAR Houston.

A Texas doctor is accused of illegally selling millions of opioid pills by recruiting others to pose as patients and reselling the drugs on the black market.

Culinary creator Maxine Sharf is taking her viral recipes from social media to the page with her debut cookbook, Maxi’s Kitchen: Easy Go-To Recipes to Make Again and Again. She joins us in Studio B alongside her mom, Ann Sharf, the fan-favorite duo behind her content, to share how a major career setback led to millions of followers and a brand-new chapter in the kitchen. From easy weeknight meals to indulgent weekend dishes, Maxine is all about making cooking approachable, fun, and full of flavor. Plus, she gives us a taste of what you can expect from her new cookbook and her Houston stop on her book tour. Houston Life on @KPRC2 is your daily dose of the best of Houston, including amazing people, delicious food, fun events, and everything in between.

If you’re into Southern hip-hop, you’ve likely come across Wreckshop Records, a cornerstone of Houston’s late ’90s and early 2000s rap scene.

A man has been arrested, several days after his girlfriend was found shot to death at an apartment in northeast Houston.

James Elmore, the man indicted in connection with two of the four “Texas Killing Fields” murders, had his bond set at $1.5 million in a Galveston County courtroom Thursday.

Texas health officials are warning consumers not to eat certain Great Value frozen dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets sold at Walmart due to possible lead contamination.

A man who was already in custody for an unrelated offense has now been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a Fifth Ward man from over two years ago, officials confirm.

This is a heartfelt story that blends emotion, connection, and a little bit of rhythm along the way.

Frenchie’s Italian Restaurant, a longtime favorite of astronauts and NASA staff, is seeing increased activity, with owner Frankie Camera hopeful that the Artemis program will restore enthusiasm and prosperity to the area.

Newly obtained court records reveal Harris County Judge Nathan Milliron filed for bankruptcy, listing nearly $70,000 in debt — but the case was dismissed weeks later after no payments.

The Houston federal judge said Paxton’s office can pull out of the case as soon as acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock finds new lawyers. The unusual request comes amid a bubbling feud between the two Republicans.

Houston police have released new details on the officer-involved shooting that left a man armed with a butcher knife dead in Southwest Houston.

Watch for strong to severe storms Saturday along a cold front.

David Pierce has helped to transform the Rice Owls baseball program after taking over in the middle of last season. Now in his first full season back at Rice has his program on the rise with 18 wins entering series vs. UTSA

Newly obtained emails show a Harris County judge demanding staff action and asserting authority, adding to growing scrutiny over his courtroom conduct and ethics violations.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is standing firm amid growing political pressure following a controversial incident at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Is tarot all fun and games, or is there something deeper behind the cards? On this April Fool’s Day segment, we took a closer look at tarot and starting with the Fool card itself. Professional tarot reader Amber Ambrose joined us to break down what tarot really is, how she uses it as a tool for self-reflection, and why so many people are turning to it for insight and clarity. Plus, we put it to the test with a special birthday tarot reading for Derrick.

Houston community groups are pressing city leaders to reverse the closure of the Houston Police Department’s long-running Community Affairs Division, saying the move weakens neighborhood relationships at a time the department is facing heightened scrutiny.

Dr. Chi Johnson, a Houston family medicine physician, shared her personal and professional experiences with infertility at the Rebuilding HER conference, highlighting the challenges Black women face in being heard by healthcare providers.

The City of Houston is moving to rename Cesar Chavez Boulevard following public allegations of sexual abuse against the late labor leader, with a 30-day comment period starting April 1 and a City Council vote set for May 13.

Back to the Future: The Musical runs March 31 - April 5 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.

Texas Southern University says it’s “listening and engaging in good faith” after students rallied outside President J.W. Crawford III’s office over graduation transparency

KPRC 2, the Graham Media Group owned NBC affiliated station, is in search of an Account Executive responsible for transactional, digital and new business.

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are responding to a reported shooting in the Katy area Thursday afternoon.

Houston-area residents looking to buy a home, keep the home they have or find resources to stay housed can get help at the Houston Affordable Housing Roadshow.

Houston police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday morning in southwest Houston.

The Houston-based Southern Smoke Foundation has been named a 2026 Impact Award honoree by the James Beard Foundation this week, recognizing its work supporting food and beverage workers across the country.

Texas Ethics Commission records show the judge missed both campaign and financial filings, with $1,500 in total fines.

Spring is here, and it is the perfect time to refresh your dessert menu. Cookbook author Florence Jackson shares easy recipes for carrot cupcakes and blueberry crumble buns, just in time for Easter and all your seasonal gatherings.

The Comets broke in as the WNBA was born and won the first four league titles under Head Coach Van Chancellor along with star players Sheryl Swoopes, Cynthia Cooper and Tina Thompson. The Legends visited Toyota Center Monday Night.

Flemings broke out quickly and never looked back dominating throughout his freshman season for the Houston Cougars

For the first time in more than 50 years, humans are preparing to travel beyond low-Earth orbit and return to the Moon.

Tanji Patton, “Goodtaste with Tanji” host, joins “Houston Life” with spring menu picks from TRIBUTE at The Houstonian, Kenny & Ziggy's New York Delicatessen, and Pearl & Vine, and a fun “hummus garden” appetizer idea.

A new report from the Rice University Kinder Institute for Urban Research is shedding light on a growing crisis in Houston: nearly 40% of households are struggling with food insecurity.

A Houston healthcare leader is opening up about her decision to freeze her eggs, sharing what she calls a surprising discovery about employer-covered fertility benefits.

Houston Indie Bookstore Crawl returns April 1–30 across Greater Houston. Explore 30+ independent bookstores, pick up a bingo card, visit participating shops, and earn entries toward prizes while discovering local literary gems.

A League City dog groomer has been arrested and charged with animal cruelty following the death of a Goldendoodle in her care.

Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey sharply criticized Judge Lina Hidalgo on Tuesday, calling her claims against the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo “unfounded” and defending the organization during a tense Harris County Commissioners Court meeting.

The tournament returns to the Woodlands Country Club Tournament Course May 4 – 10, 2026.

A local viewer reached out and asked if those with SNAP benefits could purchase prepared meals, including food from places like McDonald’s, grocery store delis, or convenience stores.

More than 7 million student loan borrowers are now facing a major change, as a Biden-era repayment plan is set to be phased out.

Two Harris County Precinct 5 deputies were injured Tuesday while trying to arrest a suspect who was found breaking into vehicles.

The Houston Angels were the first champions of the Women’s Professional Basketball League in 1979, a groundbreaking team that helped lay the foundation for women’s sports in Houston and across the country.

Una madre en Houston dice que inscribió a su hijo de 3 años en una guardería para ayudarlo a convivir con otros niños y poder trabajar algunas horas en la mañana.

A Houston mother says she enrolled her 3-year-old son at Whiz Children’s Academy, hoping it would help him spend time around other children and give her a few hours each morning to work.

Thousands of Houston-area patients with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) insurance may soon need to double-check whether their health plan will cover care at Memorial Hermann facilities, as negotiations continue on a new contract with a looming deadline.

Tuesday is the final day for Texas families to apply for the state’s private school voucher program after a court-ordered extension pushed the deadline to March 31.

Lance McCullers Jr. pitched seven innings for the first time since 2022 and Jose Altuve hit two of Houston’s four home runs to help the Astros to an 8-1 win over the Boston Red Sox Monday night.

Deputies are searching for a 71-year-old man accused of threatening a driver with a machete during a road rage incident in northwest Harris County.

A deadly crash involving a pickup truck and two riders on small two-wheeled vehicles left one person dead and another seriously injured Monday night in Pasadena.

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle along the North Freeway near Greens Road late Monday evening, according to authorities.

Drivers are starting to feel the pinch once again as gas prices trend upward — and experts say that increase could stick around for the next few weeks.

Time is running out for Texas families to apply for the state’s Education Freedom Accounts program. With more than 257,000 students already applying and only about 100,000 spots available, the program will distribute $1 billion in funding based on priority tiers.

Houston police arrested a 42-year-old woman who allegedly gave a 4-year-old child THC gummies, according to court records.

New emails and text messages obtained by KPRC 2 News reveal conversations between Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and her staff with Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo leaders leading up to and after her removal from the Megan Moroney concert.

A new state crackdown on hemp products with certain levels of THC takes effect Tuesday, impacting businesses and customers across Texas.

A United Express flight bound for Houston made an emergency landing in Mississippi on Monday after one of its engines shut down, according to the airline.

As Houston ISD prepares to close a dozen campuses at the end of the school year, residents are raising alarms... not just about closing the schools, but about losing some of their only green spaces.

TSA workers have begun receiving paychecks after weeks without pay during the federal shutdown, a development that is already easing long lines at Houston’s largest airport.

Tired of doing the same old gym routine? Alloy Personal Training is here to mix things up and get you moving.

A viral video shows Houston Judge Nathan Milliron clashing with an IT staffer during a courtroom livestream, sparking debate over judicial conduct and courtroom professionalism.

Personal injury attorney Drew Bivona (“The Voice for Kids”) explains how to vet daycares, spot red flags and what to do if your child is injured.

Air Supply, the legendary soft-rock duo behind hits such as “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All,” is bringing its 50th anniversary celebration to Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land on Friday, April 10 at 8 p.m.

A tragic incident unfolded Monday in the Cloverleaf area after a young child was found unresponsive in a neighbor’s swimming pool, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

The Connecticut Sun say they will move to Houston in 2027 after reaching an agreement to sell the team to Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta in a deal worth a record $300 million, according to a person familiar with the sale.

A possible teen has been hospitalized after a shooting Sunday night in southwest Houston.

Houston police are investigating an incident where a man allegedly snatched a cellphone from a woman and fired a gun at her as she chased him.

The Houston Fire Department responded to a fire at a southwest Houston apartment complex.

TSA security lines at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, which were extremely long earlier in the week due to the government shutdown and unpaid agents, shortened dramatically over the weekend.

Un tiroteo ocurrió durante una fiesta de cumpleaños para adultos en Dickinson, cerca de JT’s Lounge, dejando entre cinco y siete personas hospitalizadas pero en condición estable.

A man was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds Saturday night in a residential area in the 3600 block of Hollister Road in northwest Houston, according to police.

Six people were shot at a house party in Acres Homes, according to police.

A buzzer malfunction caused a delay — a very loud, very unpleasant delay — of about 10 minutes in the first half of the NCAA Tournament’s South Region final between Iowa and Illinois.

Gary Woodland is one round away from winning for the first time since brain surgery.

President Trump has signed an emergency executive order to temporarily pay TSA workers amid a federal shutdown, aiming to alleviate staffing shortages and long airport security lines in Houston and nationwide.

Houston Saturday weather and traffic update: Expect sunny skies with a high near 77, plus the latest on the I-10 White Oak Bayou closure. Get your complete guide to today's big sports day featuring PGA Tour golf at Memorial Park, Astros baseball, and March Madness Elite eight action at Toyota Center.

A mother shot his son during a heated argument in East Houston, according to police.

A fatal crash involving four vehicles occurred around 5:22 a.m. Saturday on the southbound lanes of the 610 West Loop near San Felipe Street.

A Houston police K-9 officer responding to a pursuit was injured in a downtown collision after another vehicle struck the patrol unit, causing it to flip and roll nearly a block.