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For nearly a month, Houston residents have been expressing frustration over delayed recycling pickups, leaving bins overflowing and patience running thin.
KPRC 2’s meteorologist Caroline Brown explains Houston’s typical June weather pattern featuring daily afternoon thunderstorms, high temperatures around 92 degrees, and a look at upcoming rain chances.
Find out if Houston will break another heat record as high temperatures continue to challenge previous records. Stay updated with the forecast.
A bridge reconstruction project in Houston’s Spring Branch neighborhood has hit yet another speed bump along the way, further delaying its reopening.
Several residents reached out to our Click2Houston Help Desk after experiencing long wait times to get water leaks fixed in their neighborhood.
“Our family is grieving so very much over our nephew’s death and to have now this is like another stab wound to the heart," Clayton Vaughn's relatives told KPRC 2 in an email.
After the snow and ice, residents in Porter experienced another "Brown Water Day." KPRC 2's Re'Chelle Turner first reported the issue weeks before but there's still something in the water.
Stay informed about the upcoming severe weather risk and drastic temperature drops with meteorologist Brittany Begley's updated forecast.
Two families in northwest Harris County are frustrated after paying $1,550 for fence repairs, only to have the company they hired disappear without completing the job.
Two families in northwest Harris County are frustrated after paying $1,550 for fence repairs, only to have the company they hired disappear without completing the job.
KPRC 2 invites the community to share their Thanksgiving and holiday photos and videos through Click2Pins, with a chance to be featured on-air or online.
The Houston area was getting pounded Monday afternoon with the rainfall rate around 4 inches an hour at 2 p.m., according to KPRC 2 Meteorologists Justin Stapleton and Caroline Brown.
Northern cities in the Houston area are on a flood watch starting tonight and lasting through Thursday morning.
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And the saga continues as complaints continue to pour in about the frustration surrounding inconsistent trash pickup from Texas Pride Disposal.
KPRC 2 Insiders can join in on all the excitement at the 2024 Houston Sports Awards and KPRC 2 Wine Garden presented by Favorite Brands and Winesellers LTD.
KPRC 2 Insiders can join in on all the excitement at the 2024 Houston Sports Awards and KPRC 2 Wine Garden presented by Favorite Brands and Winesellers LTD.
Houstonians were caught by surprise on Monday evening after a storm dropped pea-sized hail over the area.
If you treated yourself or a loved one to a new device this holiday season, it’s time to connect with KPRC 2 and our family of free apps!
All Is Bright. Very, very bright in these Christmas-crazed holiday hotspots
Heavy thunderstorms moved east of the Houston area Friday afternoon, with some areas seeing lightning, gusty winds, and even hail in some areas.
Treat yourself to your favorite meal with two $100 Restaurant.com eGift cards for just $20 ahead of Prime Day
KPRC 2′s reporter Bryce Newberry joined a panel of professionals on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace to discuss the high-profiled case of Sarah Hartsfield, who is accused of killing her fifth husband.
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On April 11, 1970, the Apollo 13 crew left Earth on a Saturn V rocket. Fifty-two years later at 88-years-old, Apollo 13 astronaut, and Lunar Module Pilot Fred Haise, remembers those harrowing moments, describing them vividly in his newly released book, memoir, Never Panic Early: An Apollo 13 Astronaut’s Journey.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Memorial Hermann failed to reach an agreement this week which resulted in Memorial Hermann hospitals, surgery centers and some doctors now being out of network for thousands of patients with BCBSTX insurance plans.
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Floridians now have the option of having Disney-theme license plates. A little jealous of the move, we asked KPRC 2 viewers what Texas institutions deserve their own license plates.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner joined Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and other community leaders during a news conference Thursday afternoon that highlighted the direct impact the American Jobs Plan will have on the city of Houston.
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HOUSTON – After nearly 45 years of covering the news in Houston, KPRC 2 senior reporter Phil Archer is retiring. Archer, a native of Wichita Falls, began his career with KPRC 2 in 1976, starting out as a police beat reporter and photographer. He has won awards from the Associated Press, UPI, Houston Press Club, Houston Fire Department, Association for Retarded Citizens, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and American Quarter Horse Association. In 1978, he received the Perringer Award from the Texas Association of Broadcasters after being stabbed and hospitalized while covering the Moody Park Riot. Veteran reporter KPRC2 Phil Archer discusses when he was stabbed during the Moody Park riots in May 1978.
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We remain in the midst of a severe winter weather event. 4: 40 a.m. - Houstonians rush to buy water after boil water advisory issuedHoustonians are rushing to buy water after a boil water advisory was issued. — County Judge KP George (@JudgeKPGeorge) February 17, 20214:20 a.m. - Houston, Harris County face issues from winter weather alertHouston and Harris County are facing issues from winter weather alerts. AdMondayDowntown Houston lit up during major winter power outageDowntown Houston lit up during major power outage due to winter storm on Feb 15, 2021. Officials said if residents lose power, which sporadic power outage is expected, the safest places to remain is at home.
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2020 was an interesting year, to say the least. Following a year in which the majority was spent battling the coronavirus pandemic, we asked our KPRC 2 viewers what tracks would make their 2020 mixtape, and most responded with humorously ironic songs. What songs would be on your 2020 mixtape? “The Virus of Life” by Slipknot“Africa” by Toto“How Soon Is Now?” by The Smiths“Another One Bites The Dust” by Queen“The Last Song” by X JapanWhat would be on your 2020 mixtape? Let us know what songs we missed in the comments.
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2020, amiright? It’s been a forgetful year for most of us, but here’s a chance for a positive ending. KPRC 2 and Click2Houston are hosting a national sweepstakes to give away $15,000 in spending money to one lucky winner. All you need to do is enter using the form below. The contest is sponsored by Second Street.
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KPRC – TV Channel 2, the Graham Media Group owned - NBC affiliate in Houston, Texas is in search of a creative, experienced and driven Director of Digital and Enterprise Content to join its senior leadership team. The Director of Digital and Enterprise Content will help oversee and manage the execution of digital and social journalism, working with the broadcast team to ensure KPRC’s success on all digital platforms: desktop, mobile and social. We are looking for an experienced digital veteran and visionary to lead our digital growth. The Director of Digital and Enterprise Content will be a key driver in digital content and products, and will supervise our digital desks and operations. · Actively partner with KPRC’s news director to help newsroom understand how audiences consume content across digital platforms.
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Houston Texans' head coach and general manager Bill O’Brien has been fired. Team owner Cal McNair announced the decision Monday and thanked O’Brien for his work with the team. O’Brien speaks after firing:WATCH LIVE: Bill O'Brien speaks after firing from Texans Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Monday, October 5, 2020SOME TOP QUOTES FROM HIS EXIT PRESSER:On being fired:“I respected the decision. Romeo Crennel will serve as our interim head coach for the remainder of the 2020 season. pic.twitter.com/5JbZylPTbp — Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) October 5, 2020This is a developing story.
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HOUSTON – The new KPRC 2 Sports Frenzy app puts Houston-area high school sports in the palm of your hand. With game scores and highlights, and voting for our Game of the Week, you can stay current on your school and all the high school sports around the Houston area. The free Sports Frenzy app, powered by Vype, also has the latest news from Randy McIlvoy and KPRC 2 Sports, team and player profiles and analysisIt’s an easy, free fan experience. Download the FREE KPRC Friday Football Frenzy app on iPhone or Android today.
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HOUSTON – Rain is the only thing left of Beta and it is moving through the Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee. This batch of rain will continue to push into the mid-Atlantic states Friday before moving off shore this weekend. Here is a look at what Beta left behind in Southeast Texas:Heavy Rain with Storm Totals over 12′'! Beta has dropped over a foot of rain in some locations in southern Metro Houston. The heaviest rain fell from Ellington Field and Pearland to west Houston.
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You can follow our coverage of the storm in the blog below:Wednesday, Sept. 2311:42 a.m. -- Conditions clearing up for some of those who were waterloggedConditions are clearing up for some of those who were waterlogged. 5:12 a.m. -- Flash Flood Warning in effect for Houston areas, including PearlandA Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Houston areas, including Pearland. 12:27 p.m. — Flash Flood Warning in place until 2:15 a.m. for Colorado, Jackson and Wharton countiesWeather Alert: Flash Flood Warning for Colorado, Jackson, and Wharton County until 2:15am Tuesday. Tropical Storm #Beta has made landfall in Texas - the 9th named storm to make landfall in the continental US this year. Seabrook, Kemah and Shore Acres areasSeabrook is under a storm surge warning and a tropical storm warning.
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HOUSTON – The weather in Houston is perfect for soft-serve ice cream. Our KPRC 2 Facebook followers have sent us recommendations for the best soft-serve ice cream, from small, local restaurants to big chains. Here’s what our followers recommend:Spanish Flowers Mexican Restaurant (multiple locations)Connie’s Frozen Custard (12545 Jones, Houston)Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard (multiple locations)Jimmy Changa’s (multiple locations)McDonald’s (multiple locations)Dairy Queen (multiple locations)Sonic Drive-In (multiple locations)Ikea (7810 Katy Freeway, Houston)Yes. Happy Soft Serve Ice Cream Day. Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Wednesday, August 19, 2020What is your favorite place to get soft serve ice cream?
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HOUSTON – Hundreds of Houstonians took to the streets to protest police brutality after the death of native-Houstonian George Floyd. WATCH PROTESTERS IN DOWNTOWN:WATCH LIVE: Houston police making apparent attempts to disperse crowds in downtown. MORE: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2020/05/29/justice-4-george-floyd-protest-will-be-held-at-discovery-green-friday/ Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Friday, May 29, 2020WATCH ANOTHER ANGLE BELOW:ANOTHER ANGLE: Protesters in downtown Houston. WATCH BOTH LIVES: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2020/05/29/justice-4-george-floyd-protest-will-be-held-at-discovery-green-friday/ Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Friday, May 29, 2020The protest that began at 2 p.m. at Discovery Green and continued through the evening. Follow our live blog of the protest below:App users click here to see live blog.
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Nearly 30 rare and historic warbirds painted the clear Houston sky on Mother's Day for the Lone Star Flight Museum's "Flight to the Finish" flyover. "It's just a beautiful day," said one spectator out at the Houston National Cemetery in north Harris County. Lone Star Flight Museum organized a flyover event across Houston to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of VE Day and in honor of those that served and sacrificed during World War II. The “Fight to the Finish” flyover was initially scheduled from Friday, but due to severe weather, it was postponed until Sunday. Here is KPRC 2 Special programming of the ‘Flight to the Finish’✈️🔴WATCH LIVE: Lone Star Flight Museum’s "Flight to the Finish" flyover is underway.
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Published: May 6, 2020, 11:06 am Updated: May 6, 2020, 6:17 pmHOUSTON – The Blue Angels honored first responders with a flyover Wednesday. KPRC 2's Kris Gutierrez is live in Houston, watching as the U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly over the city to honor first responders. MORE--> https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2020/05/04/blue-angels-announce-flyover-of-houston-to-honor-front-line-workers/ Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Wednesday, May 6, 2020Here are some of the views of the Blue Angels across Texas as the state watched the flyover:That was so incredible! I stopped and stared at the sky to catch the Blue Angels. #AmericaStrong #InThisTogether Posted by U.S. Navy Blue Angels on Wednesday, May 6, 2020I’m looking for the Blue Angels flying over Dallas at 11 am!
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Greg Abbott’s executive order opens Texas, and the answers were, shall we say, varied among respondents. Kari Lynn: A Mexican restaurant patio. Brittani Aaron: Our neighborhood Mexican restaurant. Abbott's executive order opens Texas? Let us know in the... Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Monday, April 27, 2020Where are you planning to go first?
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HOUSTON – April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day and KPRC 2 is once again proud to partner with Autism Speaks to help support families across the Houston area. Today as part of World Autism Awareness Day, KPRC2 Owen Conflenti is reading a book written by a local mom and illustrated by her son who is an award-winning artist and advocate for others on the autism spectrum like himself. Big thanks to Jigsaw Grant and LongTale Publishing for allowing us to share the book “Grant the Jigsaw Giraffe: Different is More” with you today. Autism Speaks Houston. KPRC 2 meteorologist Britta Merwin also interviewed Grant and his mom in order to help raise additional awareness about autism in the month of April.
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Celebrating with the whole neighborhoodErica Walsh told KPRC 2 her Houston neighborhood held a parade for Dick Chaltry on Tuesday. Walsh wrote, “We wanted to help celebrate him in a very special way. Supporting local business after Spring Nutcracker Market canceledThough the Houston Ballet’s Spring Spectacular was canceled for this year, there’s plenty of local Texas vendors you can support online – without battling crowds. VOTE VOTE!!! What quarantine silver linings are you finding?
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HOUSTON – The KPRC family came together on Friday to celebrate longtime anchor Bill Balleza who is retiring after 49 years of service. Close friends, former co-anchors and family celebrated Balleza his journalism career with gifts, videos, barbecue and Whataburger, his favorite restaurant. “A lot has changed since then, technologically," Balleza said as he addressed about 100 people in the KPRC lobby. When I go home and watch, I hope to see the same integrity, and the same standard.”Honoring & wishing the best for Houston & KPRC2 / Click2Houston legend KPRC2 Bill Balleza on his last day at work as he... Posted by KPRC2 Keith Garvin on Friday, January 31, 2020Congratulations on your retirement, KPRC2 Bill Balleza! 49 years in TV news, incredible career Posted by KPRC2 Taniya Wright on Friday, January 31, 2020
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HOUSTON – KPRC 2′s Britta Merwin answered your questions about the anticipated severe weather heading into our area Friday evening. What questions do you have about the severe weather that's expected to come our way this evening? We typically would not see as amplified of a system and this large of a severe weather potential in early January but rather we would see it in February. I don’t have a garage, my car will suffer ☹️The hail risk is lower than the wind risk with this system. There is a higher risk for hail will be northwest of Houston tonight.
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HOUSTON – Bagels are a beloved breakfast staple, but where can you find Houston’s best? That’s the question we put to KPRC viewers, and they answered. Here are the places KPRC viewers mentioned repeatedly in our social media posts asking for recommendations. Where do you get the best bagels in the #Houston area? Katy, TX 77450 Kingwood Bagel & Sandwich, 2855 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Humble, TX 77339 Golden Bagels & Coffee, 3119 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007 Three Brothers Bakery, 4036 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston TX 77025 Jersey Bagels, Fir Woods Lane Cypress, Texas 77429 The Hot Bagel Shop, 2015 S Shepherd Dr #900, Houston, TX 77019
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KPRC 2 about to start putting up the walls for a new Houston Habitat for Humanity home. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1version=v3.2'; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk'));OUR 6th HOME! We're building another house with Houston Habitat for Humanity beginning Tuesday! Be sure to watch as your... Posted by KPRC2 / Click2Houston on Monday, January 7, 2019The build started bright and early at 6 a.m. Tuesday. For more information about how to volunteer with Houston Habitat for Humanity or apply, go to houstonhabitat.org.
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HOUSTON – "I'm a great big Rockets fan. I'm a Houston fan. KPRC 2 talked to Jamon just outside of the Toyota Center, the home of the Houston Rockets. I'm a big Rockets fan, and we always go to the game all the time. We're excited for the new owner," Rockets fan Aldridge Jack said.
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HOUSTON – General Electric on Monday received U.S. antitrust approval to combine its oil and gas operations with Baker Hughes, potentially creating an oil services powerhouse with more than $32 billion in revenue. The approval is conditioned on GE selling its Water and Process Technologies business. "Today’s milestone represents significant progress toward creating an oil and gas productivity leader positioned to deliver value for customers, employees and shareholders," Baker Hughes said in a statement. Download the Click2Houston news app in your app store to stay up-to-date with the latest news while you're on the go. Sign up for KPRC 2 newsletters to get breaking news, sports, entertainment, contests and more delivered straight to your email inbox.
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