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Getting ready for the holiday season with Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV
Read full article: Getting ready for the holiday season with Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TVTanji Patton, the host of "Goodtaste with Tanji, shares local restaurant recommendations for visiting relatives and friends this holiday season, cocktails and wine finds.
KPRC 2 Insiders Get into the Halloween Spirit on Houston Life with Spooky Games and Celebrations!
Read full article: KPRC 2 Insiders Get into the Halloween Spirit on Houston Life with Spooky Games and Celebrations!At Houston Life, we truly value our KPRC 2 Insiders, and that is why we decided to invite a few to our special Halloween celebration in Studio B! Our Houston Life Halloween KPRC 2 Insiders dressed up and joined the fun, sharing in the spirit of the spooky season. Two lucky Insiders, Robert and Stacy competed in some goulish games.
What testing policies were ignored when Houston-based cheating scheme allowed educators to slip through the cracks
Read full article: What testing policies were ignored when Houston-based cheating scheme allowed educators to slip through the cracksDozens of questions remain unanswered over a Houston-based cheating scandal involving hundreds of unqualified teachers getting certified; one of them is what policies were put in place? And what was ignored?
Experience upscale dining with Mastro’s Steakhouse in Houston’s Uptown District
Read full article: Experience upscale dining with Mastro’s Steakhouse in Houston’s Uptown DistrictWhether you’re a fan of elaborate seafood towers, the finest, high-quality Kobe Beef and Tomahawk steaks, or even sushi rolls, the diverse menu at Mastro’s Steakhouse is perfect for any occasion.
You might not need a new laptop, but why wouldn’t you get this Chromebook for only $60?
Read full article: You might not need a new laptop, but why wouldn’t you get this Chromebook for only $60?Do you need a reason to grab this laptop? No, but this 11.6-inch Lenovo Chromebook is only $59.99 (reg. $149)—that's 60% off while supplies last!
WATCH LIVE: Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans discusses 24-22 loss against Packers
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans discusses 24-22 loss against PackersHouston Texans Head Coach DeMeco Ryans is scheduled to address the media following the team’s close 24-22 defeat to the Green Bay Packers in Week 7.
Landry’s Chef Series: Dining elevated at the Palm Restaurant in Downtown Houston
Read full article: Landry’s Chef Series: Dining elevated at the Palm Restaurant in Downtown HoustonThis restaurant has a long history of providing customers first-class service, hospitality, and dining. Houston Life’s Derrick Shore recently toured the restaurant with the Palm’s executive concept chef, Michael Coury. He shares some of the restaurant’s history, signature dishes, new brunch menu and what makes dining at the Palm so special.
Here’s how these silky, moisture-wicking sheets will give you your best sleep yet
Read full article: Here’s how these silky, moisture-wicking sheets will give you your best sleep yetGet the best snooze of your life when you upgrade your sheets to this 6-piece bamboo-blend bedding, now only $29.97 (reg. $119).
Landry’s Chef Series: Celebrating national seafood month at McCormick & Schmick’s
Read full article: Landry’s Chef Series: Celebrating national seafood month at McCormick & Schmick’sFrom sustainably sourced seafood to quality, tender steak-cuts, the culinary team behind McCormick & Schmick’s in Houston has curated a delicious new menu showcasing a taste for every table.
Want to win trivia every week? Learn something new daily with Headway!
Read full article: Want to win trivia every week? Learn something new daily with Headway!A Headway Premium lifetime subscription is now available for less than $45 with code HEADWAY and could help you learn facts and anecdotes that might just help your team win weekly trivia!
Eat out, save big — your new favorite dining hack is here
Read full article: Eat out, save big — your new favorite dining hack is hereScore a $200 Restaurant.com eGift Card for only $35 and enjoy dining at your favorite local spots for less. Be sure to browse Restaurant.com for participating restaurants in your area before purchasing.
Dozens of families being forced out of NW Harris County mobile home park receive supportive responses from viewers
Read full article: Dozens of families being forced out of NW Harris County mobile home park receive supportive responses from viewersWe first brought you this story last week. Neighbors at the Country Road mobile home park came to us desperate for help when the owner decided sell the property. Many of them have no idea what’s going to happen next.
‘Forgiveness is a hard thing’: Woman who lost sister during Beryl outage reacts to CenterPoint CEO’s apology
Read full article: ‘Forgiveness is a hard thing’: Woman who lost sister during Beryl outage reacts to CenterPoint CEO’s apologyOn Thursday, KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding spoke with Jason Wells, the CEO of CenterPoint Energy. This was Wells’ first interview with a TV news station since the aftermaths of the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl.
Frustrated by dilapidated homes in Houston? How one woman fought back and what you can do to report similar issues
Read full article: Frustrated by dilapidated homes in Houston? How one woman fought back and what you can do to report similar issuesA Houston resident has been struggling since 2017 to get the city's Department of Neighborhoods to address a dilapidated, abandoned house next to her property, facing repeated delays and lack of action despite multiple hearings and citations.
Say goodbye to international roaming fees when you have this digital SIM card
Read full article: Say goodbye to international roaming fees when you have this digital SIM cardCut some of your travel expenses when you grab the aloSIM, an eSIM card that comes with $50 worth of data credit for only $34.99 (reg. $50)!
$200 Landry’s gift cards will be given away weekly to KPRC 2 Insiders!
Read full article: $200 Landry’s gift cards will be given away weekly to KPRC 2 Insiders!In October and November, elite chefs representing the Landry’s restaurant teams will be featured on “Houston Life”, and each week a new KPRC 2 Insider will be drawn to win $200 in Landry’s gift cards, which can be used at any of the company’s well-known brands.
Urban Harvest brings low-cost fresh, local foods to our neighbors in need
Read full article: Urban Harvest brings low-cost fresh, local foods to our neighbors in needOur KPRC 2 Community spotlight for October is on Urban Harvest and their work to uplift communities through food education, support for local farmers and providing access to fresh, locally-sourced foods to communities in need.
Insiders, enter for a chance to win Family Chalet tickets to the 2024 Wings Over Houston Airshow!
Read full article: Insiders, enter for a chance to win Family Chalet tickets to the 2024 Wings Over Houston Airshow!One lucky KPRC 2 Insider will enjoy the phenomenal airshow at Ellington Field for free with a four-pack of tickets to the Family Chalet on October 27, 2024 valued at $450! Each family chalet ticket includes free food, non-alcoholic beverages, parking, and shuttle bus services.
Adopt Oreo! Friends of Missouri City Animal Shelter feature puppy looking for his forever home.
Read full article: Adopt Oreo! Friends of Missouri City Animal Shelter feature puppy looking for his forever home.Friends of Missouri City Animal Shelter stopped by the KPRC 2 studios to introduce 4-month-old puppy, Oreo! Oreo is one of many animals available for adoption at the Missouri City Animal Shelter.
TikTok absolutely loves how this Kodak scanner digitizes film and slides
Read full article: TikTok absolutely loves how this Kodak scanner digitizes film and slidesIf you've got a closet full of old slides and films, you can digitize those physical memories with the Kodak Slide N Scan, now on sale for $171.99 (reg. $224)—just use coupon KODAK through September 29.
Here’s a sharp idea—prepare for holiday cooking season by upgrading your knives
Read full article: Here’s a sharp idea—prepare for holiday cooking season by upgrading your knivesGet ready for holiday home cooking or gifting with this five-piece knife set that arrives in a wooden gift box for $74.97 (reg. $249)—this best-of-web pricing is only good through September 29!
Banish the night sweats with these silky, moisture-wicking sheets
Read full article: Banish the night sweats with these silky, moisture-wicking sheetsThis $29 sheet set has a microfiber and bamboo-blend construction that feels plush, is wrinkle-free, and keeps your body regulated with moisture-wicking.
Bryan firefighters thought a dog died in apartment fire; luckily, they were wrong
Read full article: Bryan firefighters thought a dog died in apartment fire; luckily, they were wrongBryan Fire Department crews stepped in with lifesaving measures for a dog they first thought was dead, after an apartment fire.
Feeling lucky? Enter for a chance to see ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ BEFORE it’s released nationwide in theaters
Read full article: Feeling lucky? Enter for a chance to see ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ BEFORE it’s released nationwide in theatersBeetlejuice is back, and KPRC 2 Insiders have a chance to win four tickets to see an advance screening of “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” on Sept. 3, 2024
SW Freeway completely shut down for miles after crash near Beltway 8 | Massive backups have been reported since 6 a.m.
Read full article: SW Freeway completely shut down for miles after crash near Beltway 8 | Massive backups have been reported since 6 a.m.Traffic has come to a complete standstill on parts of the SW Freeway heading southbound.
Have a world of documentaries at your fingertips with Curiosity Stream
Read full article: Have a world of documentaries at your fingertips with Curiosity StreamAs summer winds down and we prepare to spend more time indoors, now is the perfect opportunity to dive into a world of knowledge, discovery, and entertainment.
‘It’s never too early’: Houston Swim club says water safety, lessons vital to keeping children with autism safe
Read full article: ‘It’s never too early’: Houston Swim club says water safety, lessons vital to keeping children with autism safeRyan Akabusi, 8, died over the weekend after authorities told KPRC 2 he wandered away from his home and into a nearby lake.
Explore the world with confidence! A Babbel lifetime subscription is just $139.97.
Read full article: Explore the world with confidence! A Babbel lifetime subscription is just $139.97.Many of us enjoy traveling and exploring new places, whether those places are in our hometown or across the world. Imagine the freedom of traveling to foreign countries and confidently engaging with locals in their own language.
About Lily’s Toy Box, an organization that provides toys to Houston-area children
Read full article: About Lily’s Toy Box, an organization that provides toys to Houston-area childrenOn Friday, KPRC 2′s Chancellor Johnson reported on C.J. Stroud’s foundation, as the star quarterback’s organization teamed up with Lily’s Toy Box to hand out gifts to Houston-area kids.
Does CenterPoint really need to raise rates again? Deadline to respond to judge is today
Read full article: Does CenterPoint really need to raise rates again? Deadline to respond to judge is todayToday is the deadline for CenterPoint to respond to allegations that it has overcharged customers for years. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis has been following the developments on this case.
Help KPRC 2 Clear the Shelters with the 10th annual nationwide pet adoption drive
Read full article: Help KPRC 2 Clear the Shelters with the 10th annual nationwide pet adoption driveKPRC 2 is proud to once again join NBC and Telemundo's Clear the Shelters initiative and team up with Telemundo Houston and animal shelters in the Houston area to host the tenth annual Clear the Shelters nationwide pet adoption drive through September 10
The pavement predicament: How the ground gets so hot!
Read full article: The pavement predicament: How the ground gets so hot!Different colors absorb the sun’s rays at different wavelengths. Darker colors—such as what you see with asphalt—absorb better and hold in more heat. This causes hard, nonporous pavements, like asphalt and concrete, to heat up more than grass.
Join Sam’s Club today and get a membership for 60% off — just $20
Read full article: Join Sam’s Club today and get a membership for 60% off — just $20If you'd like to enjoy one-stop shopping and maximize your family's grocery budget, join Sam's Club with this one-year membership that comes with auto-renewal.
CenterPoint Crews removing high risk vegetation from Acres Home neighborhood
Read full article: CenterPoint Crews removing high risk vegetation from Acres Home neighborhoodCenterPoint Energy crews were out trimming, cutting and removing high risk vegetation in the Acres Home area as part of their new Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative.
Spider monkeys, parrot eggs and pythons, oh my! A look back at strange items found during border inspections
Read full article: Spider monkeys, parrot eggs and pythons, oh my! A look back at strange items found during border inspectionsEver wondered what bizarre items people try to smuggle across the U.S. border? Check out these strange finds from border inspections: live spider monkeys, giant African Land Snails, and even Xanax pills hidden in yarn spools! Learn about these unusual cases and more as KPRC dives into the creative lengths smugglers go to. Tune in Friday at 6 a.m. for an exclusive look at how customs agents keep the country safe. Don't miss out
Why some Houston-area residents received FEMA’s maximum grant and you did not after Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: Why some Houston-area residents received FEMA’s maximum grant and you did not after Hurricane BerylDid you find out that your neighbor received more money in FEMA reimbursements than you?
Stop renting your productivity apps when you get Microsoft Office 2021 for life
Read full article: Stop renting your productivity apps when you get Microsoft Office 2021 for lifeWith lifetime access to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for your PC, you'll have access to apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for only $39.97 (reg. $219)!
Ask Amy: Why did my generator suddenly stop working?
Read full article: Ask Amy: Why did my generator suddenly stop working?Days on end without power...many of us got good use out of those generators after Hurricane Beryl. You may have discovered there are things you don’t know about keeping it running. KPRC 2′s Amy Davis answers your questions.
ONLY ON 2: Man describes what led to his arrest in connection to massive bail bond scheme
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Man describes what led to his arrest in connection to massive bail bond schemePatrick Brown told KPRC 2 reporter Corley Peel he was asleep at his mother’s house when investigators showed up around 4:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Don’t sweat it! This Dove deodorant and antiperspirant 10-pack is less than $30
Read full article: Don’t sweat it! This Dove deodorant and antiperspirant 10-pack is less than $30Feel and smell fresh during any activity, whether you're exercising, running errands, or going into the office, with these Dove antiperspirant and deodorant sprays!
‘I was floored’: Texas AG Office looking into Houston-area price gouging complaint
Read full article: ‘I was floored’: Texas AG Office looking into Houston-area price gouging complaintThe Texas Attorney General's Office is investigating a Houston-area business for potential price gouging after Jessica Williamson reported being charged $132 to cash a FEMA check at Senor 1% Check Cashing.
Say goodbye to dead batteries when you have this $70 battery jump starter and power bank
Read full article: Say goodbye to dead batteries when you have this $70 battery jump starter and power bankThe TYPE S isn't just a jump starter for your car — it also doubles as a power bank with a built-in wireless charging pad for Qi-enabled devices!
Humble woman sleeps in car for week waiting for power to be restored following Beryl
Read full article: Humble woman sleeps in car for week waiting for power to be restored following BerylIn the Classic Pines neighborhood in Humble, many residents are still without power, one week after Beryl hit the Greater Houston area.
Proposed law honoring 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray would enforce detention, tracking of illegal migrants
Read full article: Proposed law honoring 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray would enforce detention, tracking of illegal migrantsThe brutal murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray has led Senator Ted Cruz and Rep. Troy Nehls to introduce the Justice for Jocelyn Act. This act aims to improve the detention and tracking of illegal immigrants in the U.S. Jocelyn was strangled to death by two men from Venezuela, who entered the country illegally and were later released. Cruz emphasizes that such tragedies are preventable and calls for decisive action to ensure no family endures similar pain.
When will power be restored in your area? CenterPoint Energy’s restoration map aims to provide clearer outlook
Read full article: When will power be restored in your area? CenterPoint Energy’s restoration map aims to provide clearer outlookWith mounting frustrations against CenterPoint Energy over how the utility giant has handled another severe weather crisis, a new, interactive restoration map hopes to alleviate some of the tensions Houston residents have while they anxiously (and persistently) ask themselves: “When am I getting my power back?”
Become a Costco Gold Star Member and get a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* all for $60
Read full article: Become a Costco Gold Star Member and get a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* all for $60That's why you may want to act fast and get a Costco 1-Year Gold star Membership plus a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* for $60, only available until August 4 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
CLICK2PINS | Share photos, videos with KPRC 2 as Tropical Storm Beryl passes through Houston, SE Texas 🌀⛈️
Read full article: CLICK2PINS | Share photos, videos with KPRC 2 as Tropical Storm Beryl passes through Houston, SE Texas 🌀⛈️Hurricane Beryl is hammering southeast Texas Monday morning. KPRC 2 viewers are sending us photos, documenting the intense conditions.
Weather at a Glance: Fourth of July Sizzler in Houston, latest on Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: Weather at a Glance: Fourth of July Sizzler in Houston, latest on Hurricane BerylHappy 4th of July! If you’re planning on having a BBQ for the 4th of July - here’s a quick look at your sizzling forecast!