Reba McEntire chats 'The Voice', Rodeo, and why she loves Houston so much
Reba McEntire can do it all. Having sold 75 million records worldwide, there is no question she is the Queen of Country. Check out her chat with Houston Life's Derrick Shore about what it's like for her to be a coach on NBC's the Voice, the time she almost competed in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and how she ultimately ended up on the RodeoHouston stage.
The Reverend Shawn Amos chats about his music and literary career, divorce and life as the son of Wally ‘Famous’ Amos
He's a dad, musician and author who spent his childhood in the kitchen with his dad, cookie creator Wally "Famous" Amos. Now, the recent Texas transplant is an accomplished musician and author -- winning a Grammy and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work. Ahead of his new album release and gig performing at Dosey Doe in The Woodlands, he's chatting with Houston Life about his successes, struggles, and what he's learned along the way.
Kingwood mom accused of choking teen daughter for not wearing hijab in social media post, pleads guilty
A Kingwood mother has three years of community service ahead of her after pleading guilty to injuring her daughter. She's accused of beating, choking, and burning her teenage daughter after being upset with her for not wearing her hijab and overcooking pita bread, according to Harris County prosecutors.
What’s next for Audrii Cunningham’s accused killer?
The five-day search for missing 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham ended Tuesday when her body was found in the Trinity River. The Polk County Sheriff's office says they're building a capital murder case against the prime suspect in her death, Don Steven McDougal.
World Mental Health Day: Young Houstonians help peers address mental health
Mental Health is fast becoming one of the greatest public health challenges of our time, especially for young people. The city of Houston is taking a unique approach to make sure young people have support and resources when they need help.
Hire Houston Youth plays major role in Houston’s efforts to reduce crime
Your teenagers will be out of school for the summer before you know it. Making sure they have meaningful job opportunities so they don’t get into trouble is a key part of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner’s mission to make Houston streets safer
Street takeovers could cost more than jail time, says top law enforcement in Harris Co.
Four top law-enforcement officials in the Harris County region warned Thursday of severe consequences for those plotting illegal “street takeovers” to promote street racing or reckless driving like recent events in Austin and Houston.
Concerns grow about superfund site in NW Harris County; Commissioner now demanding action
More than 20 years ago, the Environmental Protection Agency listed a Northwest Harris County shopping center at the 11600 block of Jones Road as a superfund site after county officials say a former dry cleaning business spent more than a decade improperly dumping toxic waste.
Woman accused of being serial fraudster arrested again; Here’s how fraud directly impacts consumers
“Fraud is on the rise here in Houston,” and one particular woman is part of the reason why, according to Sergeant Darren Schlosser with the Houston Police Department’s Auto Theft Division Vehicle Fraud Unit.
Howdy Homemade Ice Cream celebrating first anniversary, looking to hire more people with special needs
Howdy Homemade Ice Cream employs adults with special needs and they’re celebrating a lot of big achievements! The company is hosting a one-year-anniversary Friday at the Katy storefront at 20920 Katy Freeway, Ste, S. They have live music, celebrity guests, and ice cream (obviously). Those with special needs will get free ice cream during the celebration from noon to 9 p.m.
Texas AG Ken Paxton asks court to immediately halt implementation of President Biden’s new border rule
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that he has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction Monday to stop the implementation of the Department of Homeland Security’s new rule he says is unlawfully altering asylum and parole procedures at the border.
Fort Bend County opens emergency cooling centers: Here’s where they are, when they’re open
Temperatures are expected to rise this Mother’s Day weekend and in response, authorities have opened several public facilities located throughout the county to serve as emergency cooling centers, Saturday through Sunday.
Jurors hear recording of police interview with accused killer in 11-year-old Josue Flores’ case
For the first time, we are hearing what accused killer Andre Jackson had to say to authorities shortly after his arrest on June 3, 2016, for the murder of Josue Flores. Prosecutors played the police interview for the jury on Thursday.
Local blind chef defeating all odds despite limitations
Christine Ha was the first blind contestant on Master Chef and won the show’s third season. Following the show, she went on to become a renowned restaurateur, entrepreneur and author hoping to spread awareness about her condition and inspiring people to achieve their dreams despite their limitations.
Here’s where can you find fresh wreaths this holiday season
The most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner. It’s time to pull out those Christmas decorations - or get new, fresh ones to bring in the yuletide season. Several tree farms in the Houston area will be selling fresh wreaths this holiday season.
Father accused of street racing with infant and toddler in backseat of car
Atascocita, TX – An Atascocita man is facing charges of street racing and child endangerment after investigators say he was racing with his two children in the back seat of his car. According to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman, Kevin Quinteros admitted that he was racing last Saturday in the 20000 block of West Lake Parkway. He had a female companion, a 7-month-old baby, and then a 3-year-old child,” said Herman. “Most of these individuals that are out on our streets racing underestimate the danger of what speed can do and every year we see it - hundreds and hundreds of people die from street racing,” Herman told KPRC 2. AdQuinteros is facing one count of street racing in addition to two child endangerment charges.
Amazon to build 4 new delivery stations in Houston area
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistribu)HOUSTON – Amazon continues to expand its company in the Houston area after announcing that it’s building four more delivery stations in the Houston area. The additional delivery stations will help increase the company’s efficiency of deliveries for customers in the area, according to Amazon. The stations will create more than 300 full-time jobs, which will pay $15 per hour and a benefits package, according to a release. Amazon expects the new sites to open sometime later this year. The following delivery stations will be located at the following addresses:9155 Derrington Road, Houston, TX 7601111311 N Gessner Drive, Houston, TX 77064Northcrest and Spring Steubner, Spring, TX 77064Highway 59 and Kingwood Drive, Porter, TX 77365“We are both excited and grateful to Amazon for seeing an opportunity to expand their growing network in this quickly developing area of Montgomery County,” said Frank McCrady, president and CEO of the East Montgomery County Improvement District.