KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Cypress Ridge HS senior Yannick Mofor, plans to study medicine in college in hopes of improving healthcare around the world
The eighth $2,500 scholarship winner of the year is Reece Simmons-Miller, who is currently a senior at Cy-Fair High School located in the Cy-Fair Independent School District.
KPRC 2 welcomes media professionals, students for annual HABJ Student Mentorship Breakfast
The Houston Association of Black Journalists held its Annual Student Mentor Breakfast Saturday at KPRC 2 News. The station welcomed dozens of students, eager to get advice and valuable face-time from some of the best and brightest in the media and communications field.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Memorial HS Senior Abigail Tomaski ranks #1 in her class, captain of basketball team and president of 3 service organizations
KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2023. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
Union Pacific solidifies agreement to increase testing in Fifth Ward neighborhood, part of area where cancer cluster identified
Union Pacific Railroad has announced a collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and community partners in an agreement to move forward with additional environmental assessment and testing at the former Houston Wood Preserving Works site in Fifth Ward.
Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson’s grand champion wine sells for record $325K at 2023 ‘Rodeo Uncorked!’ auction
According to RodeoHouston, Businessman and rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s Grand Champion Best of Show, Le Chemin du Roi Brut, Champagne AOC, NV, was purchased by J. Alan Kent Development - Julie and Alan Kent, Randa and Ray Gilliam, Andrea and Bruce Bryant, and John M. Cotterell for a Rodeo record of $325,000.
As thieves lurk in shadows, organization reminds drivers on dangers of leaving kids alone in vehicles
Kids and Car Safety has documented at least 38 children nationwide who were left alone in a vehicle that was stolen in 2023, according to a release. In the Houston area, this year, there have been at least two incidents where a vehicle was stolen while children were inside.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: North Forest HS senior plans to attend Morehouse College to study communications, education
KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2023. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
Have a H.E.A.R.T: Help out this local nonprofit that supports adults with intellectual, developmental disabilities
This month, we are featuring the H. E. A. R. T. program (Housing, Entrepreneurship And Readiness Training), an organization that was founded to create new opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their potential
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Hitchcock HS senior Samarian Kingston went from being told she would never walk to becoming the captain of her high school dance team. Now, she’s off to study medicine at UH
KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2023. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
‘Biggest picnic in Texas: Memorial Park Land Bridge and Prairie set to open Saturday
Memorial Park Conservancy, along with partners the City of Houston, Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Kinder Foundation, and Uptown Houston, are celebrating the grand opening of Memorial Park’s transformational land bridge and prairie project.
Combatting human trafficking in Houston: University of St. Thomas president to announce collaboration with high school, college students
The University of St. Thomas announced an anti-trafficking collaboration with college and high school students in the communication department, according to a release.
Laugh for a good cause with local Comedian Tommy Berretz!
Local Comedian Tommy Berretz, is the founder of Project Punchline, doing comedy and supporting notable causes. He is a Comedian, Actor, Producer, and Serial Entrepreneur. He tours internationally as a Comedian and has been lucky enough to be cast in popular films like Tartarus: The Devil’s Basement, Illusionary, and Viking Academy with Zach King.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: Deer Park HS senior co-founded ‘Go Green’ club at school to help environment, encourage recycling
KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2023. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
‘The math is not mathin’: Turkey Leg Hut responds to $1.2 million lawsuit filed by US Foods over late grocery bill
Well known for its celebrity sightings just as much as it is for its great food, a wildly popular Houston restaurant is in the headlines for not paying its bills, according to a recently filed lawsuit.
KPRC 2 Senior Scholarship: East Chambers HS senior diagnosed with ADHD at 5 years old to pursue degree in education
KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2023. All students selected for scholarships have been nominated by their high schools.
Kids’ Meals feeds thousands of Houston children each day. Here’s how you can support the organization
At KPRC 2, we’re proud to showcase those making a difference in the Houston area. Each month, we’re partnering with Energy Transfer to showcase a different nonprofit organization offering Houstonians a helping hand.
3 Asian locations named must-visit travel destinations for 2023 by National Geographic
Three Asian countries have made it into the list of National Geographic’s breathtaking places to visit in 2023. The 25 locations, chosen for their "wonder, rewarding to travelers of all ages, and supportive of local communities and ecosystems," are framed under the five categories of Community, Nature, Culture, Family and Adventure. The first Asian location mentioned in the National Geographic list is Laos, a country in Southeast Asia known for its amazing views and unexplored lands.
news.yahoo.comAlexi Giannoulias backed by retiring U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush and supporters of Ald. Pat Dowell in bid for secretary of state
Alexi Giannoulias picks up endorsements in his bid for secretary of state from retiring U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush and supporters of alderman and former secretary of state candidate Pat Dowell.
chicagotribune.comBrownsville ISD to host annual community holiday tamalada
The Brownsville Independent School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent of Schools René Gutiérrez invite the community to the annual BISD Holiday Tamalada at 5 p.m. today at the Central Administration Building Cafeteria, 708 Palm Blvd. “We are inviting the community to join us for our annual community Holiday Tamalada,” Gutiérrez said. “This is open to the public and we want to share the good cheer and spirt this holiday season.”s
myrgv.comCity encourages applications for assistance program
The San Marcos community is being encouraged to apply for the Utility Assistance Program, implemented by the city. Utility late fees and disconnections were postponed beginning in March 2020 and were set to help those impacted by COVID-19 and February's snowstorm. [San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]
sanmarcosrecord.comLegislation would require utilities to start replacing toxic lead pipes throughout the state — except for in Chicago
At the behest of Mayor Lori Lightfoot, state lawmakers are allowing Chicago to continue leaving the dangerous pipes in the ground as crews wrap up a decadelong overhaul of the city’s aging distribution system.
chicagotribune.comLake Villa man arrested with almost 3 kilos of cocaine and handgun, officials say
Anthony L. Brown, 38, was charged with the manufacture and delivery of more than 900 grams of cocaine, unlawful possession of more than 900 grams of cocaine, and being a felon in possession of a handgun, according to a news release.
chicagotribune.comChicago lags far behind other cities in getting rid of brain-damaging lead pipes. Even if Biden’s $45 billion replacement plan passes, city ‘is ground zero for this problem’
City officials estimated it will cost $27,000 to replace each of the 650 lead service lines they plan to dig out of the ground this year, far more than other cities have paid.
chicagotribune.comIllinois legislators consider following Cook County in making Juneteenth an official holiday
“We grow up in the Black community not knowing our history, not knowing who we are,” she said. “It’s so important to teach young kids because we’re not taught to self-love. There’s no self-confidence or self-image because you open up books and you never see positive images of Black people.”
chicagotribune.comTop cop: ‘Dedicated and decorated’ Chicago police officer dies by suicide on Far Southwest Side
“I know the CPD community is mourning, and that grief is deep and long-lasting. I know that it’s hard to take care of yourself and to reach out,” Brown said. “I also know that we need to do more to support each other — and we will.’'
chicagotribune.comAs COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Chicago’s hard-hit Latino communities, hope is revived but outreach to Spanish-speakers and skeptics still needed
“It’s heartwarming to be able to help and I’m glad that my community is finally getting what they need, but there’s gotta be a different way to reach them and make it easier for them to access these vaccines,” he said. “Not only to facilitate access but to also help them feel more comfortable getting it. There is so much misinformation out there.”
chicagotribune.comSUPPORT LOCAL: 5 brand-new businesses in Spring you can help stay afloat
HOUSTON KPRC 2 is continuing to feature local businesses as the Houston economy re-opens. In this feature, we have listed some newly opened or reopened businesses in Spring to support. Address: Old Town Spring, 26408 Preston AvenuePhone: (832) 244-1516Hours: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and from 10 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Address: 6633 Spring Stuebner Road #325Phone: (346) 236-6988Hours: Closed Mondays, open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and from noon to 9 p.m. Sundays. Tapout Fitness - Opened September 2019Tapout Fitness offers explosive boxing, kickboxing, boot camp, and martial arts classes for adults and kids.
Ask 2: When will Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston and other Houston-area county libraries open?
The answer: Here is when each Houston-area library says they plan to open:It is uncertain when the Harris County Public Libraries will reopen. The Fort Bend County Libraries website says no date for reopening has been set at this time. For these branches, the Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Sunday - ClosedThe Brazoria County Library System website says all its branches are closed to the public until further notice. The Montgomery County Memorial Library System website says the lobby area of all its branches is open on a limited basis. The Chambers County Library System website says it is closed until further notice.
HERE 2 HELP: These are all the emergency funds you can apply to for financial help
USBG Bartender Emergency Assistance Program - The United States Bartenders Guild is providing grants of $150 and up to $500 to bartenders affected by the pandemic. Southern Smoke Emergency Relief Program - This nonprofit is providing emergency funding to bar and restaurant employees or owners whose insurance is not providing compensation for unforeseen expenses due to COVID-19. DoorDash COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program - DoorDash is providing financial assistance to Dashers who are ill with COVID-19, have been active on the platform for at least 30 days and who completed at least 30 deliveries in the last 30 days before being diagnosed. For artists, musicians and actorsDramatists Guild Foundation Emergency COVID-19 Fund - The Dramatists Guild Foundation is providing emergency financial assistance to playwrights, composers, lyricists, librettists struggling due to COVID-19 related circumstances. Actors Fund Emergency Financial Assistance - The Actors Fund is providing emergency financial assistance to eligible union and non-union workers in entertainment and performing arts.
'Community' Reunion: Donald Glover Pitches His Idea for a Movie
For die-hard Community fans, the hopes for the comedy series have always been "six seasons and a movie!" And it was the Atlanta creator and star who unwittingly took the first stab at pitching a possible movie idea to the group. Community started streaming on Netflix on April 1, and ET spoke with McHale last month about the "six seasons and a movie!" "I would do it in a New York minute," he continued, adding, "It's going to be hard to get a hold of Donald [Glover]... Obviously, Donald became -- I mean, I think people on Mercury know who he is. RELATED CONTENT:Pedro Pascal Can't Stop Cracking Up During 'Community' Reunion Virtual Table Read'Community': Dan Harmon Says There Are 'Conversations' About a MovieWatch the 'Community' Cast's Virtual Reunion Where Donald Glover Finds Out He's Not Part of the Group Chat
Pedro Pascal Can't Stop Cracking Up During 'Community' Reunion Virtual Table Read
The Community cast reunited for a virtual table read on Monday -- and things at Greendale were just as hilarious as ever! While the executor was originally played by Walton Goggins in the 2014 episode, he was unavailable for Monday's reading. The cast fell right back into character in the hilarious ep, and Pascal did a great job leading them through Pierce's preplanned interrogation. Community, which premiered in 2009, followed seven unlikely strangers who meet in a study group at community college. It's taking place on a large pirate ship," McHale joked of a Community feature when ET chatted with him last month.
How you can watch Houston Zoo animals from home through their webcams
While the Houston zoo is closed to the public, its creating and sharing educational videos and virtual entertainment. While the Houston Zoo has used webcams for years, the number of people watching them has skyrocketed since the zoo closed to the public. Each week we had hundreds of thousands of viewers, but since weve closed, weve had 1.3 million folks visit the webcams, says Lauren Wappler, the zoos public relations manager. The Facebook Live videos have also been a success, featuring different animals every weekday. The live videos have been great for the zookeepers to interact with guests, Wappler says.
How you can watch Houston Zoo animals from home through their webcams
While the Houston zoo is closed to the public, its creating and sharing educational videos and virtual entertainment. While the Houston Zoo has used webcams for years, the number of people watching them has skyrocketed since the zoo closed to the public. Each week we had hundreds of thousands of viewers, but since weve closed, weve had 1.3 million folks visit the webcams, says Lauren Wappler, the zoos public relations manager. The Facebook Live videos have also been a success, featuring different animals every weekday. The live videos have been great for the zookeepers to interact with guests, Wappler says.
United States Files False Claims Act Complaint against Community Health Network
The United States has filed a complaint against Community Health Network Inc. (Community) in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, the Department of Justice announced today. The Act permits the United States to intervene and take over the lawsuit, as it has done here in part. The case is captioned United States and the State of Indiana ex rel. Thomas Fischer v. Community Health Network, Inc., et al. The claims in which the United States has intervened are allegations only, and there has been no determination of liability.
justice.govWhere you can drink, eat, stay and unwind in Fredericksburg
I spy the occasional shop offering T-shirts, fudge, and German beer steins, but altogether I find a more sophisticated Fredericksburg. Just a short drive from downtown Fredericksburg, wine tourists find more than 50 wineries and vineyards, and in Gillespie County alone, the count is nearly 30 wineries. As is the case at almost every tasting room in the world, guests have the option to try a flight of small pours. Main Street still buzzes with beer lovers, and Fredericksburg Brewing Company, which opened in 1994, has never been more popular. But my favorite galleries and shops take me off Main Street, southward along Lincoln Street.
Houston rapper Paul Wall joins community activists to call to end gun violence against children
HOUSTON - Community activists, a Houston rapper and parents of young homicide victims came together Tuesday morning to ask for a cease fire to the killing of children. Community Activist Deric Muhammad lead the press conference at the S.H.A.P.E Community Center in Houstons Fourth Ward. Community members said theyre growing tired of the senseless violence against children. I cant do none of that.Houston rapper Paul Wall challenged the city to tackle the homicides of children proactively, rather than reactively. Activists said theyre tired of attending the funerals of children and hearing about gun violence.
6/08: Holes exposed in TSA terror watch list; Community demands firing of cop in Texas pool party incident
A new report found that the TSA doesn't have access to terrorist watch list data that would have flagged 73 airport workers; McKinney police officer Eric Casebolt was suspended after video was released showing his rough response to a disturbance at a Texas pool party.
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