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‘It’s just unbelievable’: Who pays after massive blaze destroys nearly 30 cars in Galleria area
Read full article: ‘It’s just unbelievable’: Who pays after massive blaze destroys nearly 30 cars in Galleria areaFierce flames and heartbreaking destruction at the Creole On Yorktown apartment complex, as close to 30 cars and trucks go up in flames in the middle of a massive fire inside the parking garage.
Rocambolesc Spanish Gelateria features sweet treats, even sweeter mission
Read full article: Rocambolesc Spanish Gelateria features sweet treats, even sweeter missionFrom the unique blend of gelatos, to sandwiches and coffee, they're also providing a learning opportunity for those with special needs.
Galleria apartments without power for six days, temps reaching over 90°F inside
Read full article: Galleria apartments without power for six days, temps reaching over 90°F insideDuring what’s proving to be the hottest week of summer so far in Houston, an entire apartment building is left without air conditioning.
Community leaders call out Houston Mayor John Whitmire for ‘offensive’ remarks about Gulfton neighborhood
Read full article: Community leaders call out Houston Mayor John Whitmire for ‘offensive’ remarks about Gulfton neighborhoodCommunity leaders are calling out Houston Mayor John Whitmire for his recent “offensive” remarks about the Gulfton area and are demanding an apology, according to a news release.
“Love is Blind” star Chis Fox brings a fresh supply of vintage swag to Houston each week
Read full article: “Love is Blind” star Chis Fox brings a fresh supply of vintage swag to Houston each weekPeople line up down Richmond Ave in Houston's Galleria area to treasure hunt premium vintage swag at VNTG SPLY. Owner, Chris Fox from Season 5 of "Love is Blind" took Houston Life's Melanie Camp on a tour of the store and shared tips on getting the best deals on premium vintage clothes.
Galleria stabbing suspect allegedly showed up at ex-husband’s door in strange outfit to move back in hours after murder
Read full article: Galleria stabbing suspect allegedly showed up at ex-husband’s door in strange outfit to move back in hours after murderA search warrant is providing new details on how police were able to track down a woman accused of stabbing a 17-year-old girl to death in the Galleria area in December.
Woman sentenced to 22 years for stabbing boyfriend to death in Galleria area
Read full article: Woman sentenced to 22 years for stabbing boyfriend to death in Galleria areaA Houston woman pleaded guilty to murder and was sentenced to 22 years in prison for stabbing her boyfriend in the Galleria-area, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced on Saturday.
FBI: Former Galleria employee allegedly recorded sexual assault of toddler in mall restroom
Read full article: FBI: Former Galleria employee allegedly recorded sexual assault of toddler in mall restroomA former Galleria employee is in federal custody for allegedly recording videos of himself sexually assaulting at least two toddlers.
Bond revoked in previous case for woman accused of stabbing 17-year-old to death in Galleria area
Read full article: Bond revoked in previous case for woman accused of stabbing 17-year-old to death in Galleria areaA 37-year-old woman accused of fatally stabbing a teen on her way to work in the Galleria area appeared in court Wednesday.
Who is Kaysone Sky Blossom? Woman was out on bond for another crime 3 years before stabbing 17-year-old near Galleria
Read full article: Who is Kaysone Sky Blossom? Woman was out on bond for another crime 3 years before stabbing 17-year-old near GalleriaThe 37-year-old woman accused of fatally stabbing a teen on her way to work in the Galleria area was out on bond for another alleged crime involving a knife, court records reveal.
Woman arrested in 17-year-old girl’s fatal stabbing in Galleria area
Read full article: Woman arrested in 17-year-old girl’s fatal stabbing in Galleria areaA suspect has been arrested for fatally stabbing a 17-year-old girl to death in the Galleria area this past weekend, the Houston Police Department announced Wednesday.
Father leaves 2 young children alone inside car with gun while he shops at Galleria Mall
Read full article: Father leaves 2 young children alone inside car with gun while he shops at Galleria MallA 25-year-old father is accused of going shopping at the Galleria Mall while he left his 2 and 4-year-old children alone in the car with a gun.
The Galleria’s 34th Annual Ice Spectacular and Tree Lighting holiday event
Read full article: The Galleria’s 34th Annual Ice Spectacular and Tree Lighting holiday eventThe annual event will kick off the holiday season with the lighting of their famous 55-foot Christmas tree, which features 450,000 twinkling lights and 5,000 different colored ornaments.
Hilton Hotel in Houston cancels upcoming Palestinian rights conference citing safety concerns
Read full article: Hilton Hotel in Houston cancels upcoming Palestinian rights conference citing safety concernsThe Hilton Houston Post Oak Hotel by the Galleria canceled an upcoming conference that was set to be held by the U.S. Campaign for Palestinian Rights later this month.
Family of 35-year-old father killed in a hit-and-run turns over evidence to police
Read full article: Family of 35-year-old father killed in a hit-and-run turns over evidence to policeA family is fighting for answers after a 35-year-old father was killed in a hit-and-run in the Galleria area.It happened around 12:30 a.m. Sunday morning off near Fountain View and Inwood Drive.
Man arrested after vehicle with blood, damage found 14 miles away from deadly Galleria-area hit-and-run crash
Read full article: Man arrested after vehicle with blood, damage found 14 miles away from deadly Galleria-area hit-and-run crashAn investigation is underway after a man was killed in a hit-and-run crash near the Galleria area early Monday.
Woman charged with intoxication manslaughter after vehicle crashes into man changing tire in Galleria area
Read full article: Woman charged with intoxication manslaughter after vehicle crashes into man changing tire in Galleria areaA woman who was accused of driving while intoxicated before causing a deadly crash in the Galleria area Saturday has been arrested and charged, the Houston Police Department said.
Suspect arrested, charged for fatally shooting bystander at pool party in Galleria area
Read full article: Suspect arrested, charged for fatally shooting bystander at pool party in Galleria areaA suspect has been arrested and charged for fatally shooting a bystander during an argument at a pool party in the Galleria area, the Houston Police Department said.
Police arrest naked porch predator accused of touching himself in front of Galleria-area home multiple times
Read full article: Police arrest naked porch predator accused of touching himself in front of Galleria-area home multiple timesA naked man who was caught on camera touching himself in front of a home in the Galleria area multiple times has been arrested, jail records show.
Travelers, next time you’re stranded in Houston, visit one of these 7 places to pass the time
Read full article: Travelers, next time you’re stranded in Houston, visit one of these 7 places to pass the timeHere are some recommendations to explore H-Town while you wait for your next flight. Just grab an Uber or Lyft and let’s go.
Naked man touching himself returns to Galleria-area front porch with illicit toy, now wanted by police
Read full article: Naked man touching himself returns to Galleria-area front porch with illicit toy, now wanted by policeA naked man caught on camera touching himself on a stranger’s front porch in February has returned to the same front porch again, but this time getting more comfortable and with an illicit toy.
Burglar steals tires, leaves woman’s car on blocks while she visits Galleria apartment complex
Read full article: Burglar steals tires, leaves woman’s car on blocks while she visits Galleria apartment complexA Spring woman said her car was burglarized and her tires were left on cinder blocks when she went to visit a friend’s Galleria apartment Friday night. The woman said her car was in direct view of surveillance cameras, yet she can’t get the complex or police to view it to try and find the burglar.
Chaotic moments near The Galleria started with robbery, ended with another man being rushed to hospital after being shot
Read full article: Chaotic moments near The Galleria started with robbery, ended with another man being rushed to hospital after being shotAuthorities say a robbery at The Galleria shopping mall in Houston ended with another man being rushed to the hospital after being shot on Friday night.
19-year-old arrested after allegedly using cell phone to try to record men using bathroom at Galleria mall, HPD says
Read full article: 19-year-old arrested after allegedly using cell phone to try to record men using bathroom at Galleria mall, HPD saysThere’s a certain level of privacy that’s to be expected when using the restroom, even at public shopping centers.
CVS Health invests $16.7M to build affordable housing complex in Galleria area for seniors
Read full article: CVS Health invests $16.7M to build affordable housing complex in Galleria area for seniorsA new apartment complex that will feature affordable housing units for seniors is coming to the Galleria area.
Chase involving driver in stolen pickup truck ends in fiery crash near Galleria area, police say
Read full article: Chase involving driver in stolen pickup truck ends in fiery crash near Galleria area, police sayOfficers with the Houston Police Department are investigating after they said a chase involving a stolen vehicle ended in a fiery crash near the Galleria area Monday.
Pedestrian killed after being hit by vehicle on Westheimer near The Galleria, police say
Read full article: Pedestrian killed after being hit by vehicle on Westheimer near The Galleria, police sayA man has been pronounced dead after reportedly being hit by a vehicle near The Galleria Sunday afternoon.
Houston woman claims man tries to record her in dressing room at The Galleria
Read full article: Houston woman claims man tries to record her in dressing room at The GalleriaA Houston woman is terrified after someone slipped a camera under her fitting room door, she thinks in an attempt to record her changing.
Spring man believes thieves followed him from Galleria to Spring, stealing thousands worth of goods from his vehicle
Read full article: Spring man believes thieves followed him from Galleria to Spring, stealing thousands worth of goods from his vehicleA ride home from the Galleria Mall on Black Friday ended with thousands of dollars worth of gifts stolen from the back of a family’s S.U.V., according to one of the victims, who asked to remain anonymous.
Watch live: Mayor Turner, HPD Chief Finner walk through Galleria Mall to promote safe holiday shopping
Read full article: Watch live: Mayor Turner, HPD Chief Finner walk through Galleria Mall to promote safe holiday shoppingMayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Police Chief Troy Finner will walk through the Galleria on Black Friday to meet customers and workers to provide safe shopping information during the holiday season.
Woman killed in west Houston shooting identified as popular Memphis rapper ‘Lotta Cash Desto’; suspect charged
Read full article: Woman killed in west Houston shooting identified as popular Memphis rapper ‘Lotta Cash Desto’; suspect chargedThe 25-year-old woman who was fatally shot in west Houston over the weekend was a popular rapper who recently moved to Houston. Fans and her record label poured out tributes to Destinee Govan, who performed under the alias, “Lotta Cash Desoto.”
Woman killed, 2 others injured after shooting in SW Houston, police say
Read full article: Woman killed, 2 others injured after shooting in SW Houston, police sayAn investigation is underway after a woman died at a hospital and two others were hurt in a shooting that took place near the Galleria area early Saturday, Houston police said.
Recognize them? 3 men accused of stashing dozens of glasses, cash from Galleria-area optometry office, police say
Read full article: Recognize them? 3 men accused of stashing dozens of glasses, cash from Galleria-area optometry office, police sayOfficers with Houston Police Department are seeking help in finding four men accused of stealing dozens of designer glasses and unknown amounts of cash from a Galleria-area optometry office.
VIDEO: Robbers on the run after snatching designer glasses, cash from eye care business in Galleria area
Read full article: VIDEO: Robbers on the run after snatching designer glasses, cash from eye care business in Galleria areaThe Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division needs the public’s assistance identifying the suspects responsible for the aggravated robbery of an eye care business in the Galleria area.
‘It’s still gushing’: Busted pipe causes huge mess for business owners in Galleria area
Read full article: ‘It’s still gushing’: Busted pipe causes huge mess for business owners in Galleria areaA busted pipe caused a big mess Monday for some business owners in the Galleria area, who spent Labor Day cleaning up flooded stores.
METRO’s HOV Lanes to remain open permanently 7 days of week following ‘successful’ summer pilot program
Read full article: METRO’s HOV Lanes to remain open permanently 7 days of week following ‘successful’ summer pilot programHouston drivers will now be able to get to downtown, airports, and several popular areas such as the Galleria as the HOV lanes will stay open seven days a week instead of just on weekdays.
Rapper Money Man teams with the Shoe Palace to giveaway over 500 shoes to kids
Read full article: Rapper Money Man teams with the Shoe Palace to giveaway over 500 shoes to kidsHundreds of kids in the Houston area will be heading to school in style thanks to multi-platinum artist and entrepreneur Money Man.
Arms full of merch: Surveillance photos show suspect who stole clothes worth more than $3,700 from Galleria-area store
Read full article: Arms full of merch: Surveillance photos show suspect who stole clothes worth more than $3,700 from Galleria-area storeSurveillance photos were released in hopes someone will recognize a suspect wanted for stealing over $3,700 in clothing at a store in the Galleria area, according to the Houston Police Department.
Officer, wrecker drivers injured in crash while responding to 2 other crashes near Galleria area, HPD says
Read full article: Officer, wrecker drivers injured in crash while responding to 2 other crashes near Galleria area, HPD saysAn officer with the Houston Police Department and two wrecker drivers were hit after responding to two crashes in the Galleria area Friday, according to HPD.
Man charged in fatal shooting of Galleria-area man outside apartment complex in January, police say
Read full article: Man charged in fatal shooting of Galleria-area man outside apartment complex in January, police sayAuthorities have arrested a man in connection to a fatal shooting of a 25-year-old man outside a Galleria-area apartment complex on Jan. 22.
Take a good look: Sketch releases of 2 men wanted in Galleria area child sexual assault case
Read full article: Take a good look: Sketch releases of 2 men wanted in Galleria area child sexual assault caseCrime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department’s Special Victims Division need the public's assistance identifying the suspects responsible for a sexual assault of a child.
Charge dropped against Houston rabbi accused of grabbing, holding woman against her will
Read full article: Charge dropped against Houston rabbi accused of grabbing, holding woman against her willProsecutors dropped a misdemeanor charge against a Houston rabbi accused of grabbing a woman as she walked in the Galleria area several months ago.
KPRC 2 Traffic Exclusive: Here is when the 59/610 connector ramps in the Galleria area will be fully open
Read full article: KPRC 2 Traffic Exclusive: Here is when the 59/610 connector ramps in the Galleria area will be fully openThis is the busiest interchange in Texas, with more than 250,000 vehicles traveling through 59 and 610 a day! Major work has been underway for quite some time now, and TxDOT’s most recent accomplishment: opening the connector ramps that lead drivers into the Galleria area. These connector ramps were supposed to be shut down for six to eight months, when they first closed during the summer.
Driver in stolen vehicle arrested after leading police on 45 minute chase from Bellaire to Memorial area
Read full article: Driver in stolen vehicle arrested after leading police on 45 minute chase from Bellaire to Memorial areaA police chase in Houston ended in an arrest Friday, Houston police said.
Who gets the $100K reward? This is what authorities say about tipsters in NOLA Det. Everett Briscoe shooting case
Read full article: Who gets the $100K reward? This is what authorities say about tipsters in NOLA Det. Everett Briscoe shooting caseThe $100,000 reward for tips that led to arrests in the death of New Orleans Det. Everett Briscoe could possibly be paid out to one or two people, a Houston Crime Stoppers official told KPRC 2.
Disney Store to close ‘nearly’ 60 stores across the U.S., including one in Houston
Read full article: Disney Store to close ‘nearly’ 60 stores across the U.S., including one in HoustonDisney announced Monday they will permanently close “nearly” 60 full-size stores across the U.S, among them is the Houston Galleria location.
Galleria area shooting that killed New Orleans officer, injured another being investigated as ‘random act of violence,’ sources say
Read full article: Galleria area shooting that killed New Orleans officer, injured another being investigated as ‘random act of violence,’ sources sayFriends and family members of one of the men shot during Saturday’s robbery at a restaurant near the Galleria area is now hoping for the best.
Galleria area shooting that killed New Orleans officer, injured another being investigated as ‘random act of violence,’ sources say
Read full article: Galleria area shooting that killed New Orleans officer, injured another being investigated as ‘random act of violence,’ sources sayFriends and family members of one of the men shot during Saturday’s robbery at a restaurant near the Galleria area is now hoping for the best.
Galleria area shooting that killed New Orleans officer, injured another being investigated as ‘random act of violence,’ sources say
Read full article: Galleria area shooting that killed New Orleans officer, injured another being investigated as ‘random act of violence,’ sources sayFriends and family members of one of the men shot during Saturday’s robbery at a restaurant near the Galleria area is now hoping for the best.
‘How did this happen?’ Family, friends mourn death of off-duty New Orleans police officer killed in Houston
Read full article: ‘How did this happen?’ Family, friends mourn death of off-duty New Orleans police officer killed in HoustonEverett Briscoe, 41, was fatally shot Saturday at the Grotto Ristorante in the Galleria area while on a trip with friends from a well-known New Orleans social club.
Galleria-area father calls HPD’s response time into question after intruder was found trespassing
Read full article: Galleria-area father calls HPD’s response time into question after intruder was found trespassingIke Umar woke up early Tuesday morning to find a shirtless man sneaking around his Galleria-area home.
Houston Life Prize Wheel: see what Gwendolyn from the Galleria area just won
Read full article: Houston Life Prize Wheel: see what Gwendolyn from the Galleria area just wonThe Houston Life Prize Wheel gives us the opportunity to connect with our wonderful viewers and gives you, the viewer, the opportunity to win BIG prizes.
Inside The Galleria: This is everything you need to know before you go to this Houston shopping destination
Read full article: Inside The Galleria: This is everything you need to know before you go to this Houston shopping destinationThe Houston Galleria is an experience. To make that the best experience possible, take a look at what we’ve learned through the years of visiting this massive Houston shopping destination.
Caught on video: Police say suspects stole $5,000 purse from a woman in a grocery store parking lot
Read full article: Caught on video: Police say suspects stole $5,000 purse from a woman in a grocery store parking lotA woman told police she believes the suspects who stole her $5,000 purse from her car in a grocery store parking lot followed her from the Galleria Mall and then waited for her to return to her vehicle.
Looking for a job? The Galleria is hosting a career expo with openings at more than 20 stores, restaurants
Read full article: Looking for a job? The Galleria is hosting a career expo with openings at more than 20 stores, restaurantsOn the job hunt? The Galleria is making it easy, lining up multiple career options all in one place.
‘We’re keeping a positive attitude’: Galleria area businesses brace for 59/610 Connector Ramp closures expected to impact drivers for months
Read full article: ‘We’re keeping a positive attitude’: Galleria area businesses brace for 59/610 Connector Ramp closures expected to impact drivers for monthsTwo critical connector ramps at the interchange of the Southwest Freeway and the West Loop are closing starting this Thursday.
Hundreds show up for Pro-Palestine rally held in Houston’s Galleria area
Read full article: Hundreds show up for Pro-Palestine rally held in Houston’s Galleria areaThe Houston Office of the Council on American Islamic Relations joined Muslim and Palestinian organizations Saturday to protest against the brutal attacks in the Middle East.
Task force going after robbers targeting Galleria area shoppers, diners
Read full article: Task force going after robbers targeting Galleria area shoppers, dinersIt is a frightening crime trend of diners and shoppers followed and robbed and KPRC 2 has learned law enforcement has formed a task force and is going undercover to catch the criminals.
Man followed home from jewlery store near Galleria area and robbed, deputies say
Read full article: Man followed home from jewlery store near Galleria area and robbed, deputies sayBrazoria County sheriff’s deputies believe a man was followed for about 45 miles from a high-end jewelry store near the Galleria to his home near Alvin before he was robbed in his driveway.
Crime Stoppers of Houston noticing more shoppers, diners being followed home and robbed
Read full article: Crime Stoppers of Houston noticing more shoppers, diners being followed home and robbedCrime Stoppers of Houston is noticing a frightening trend of shoppers and diners being followed from stores and restaurants and then robbed.
Reward increases to $15,000 for information in deadly hit-and-run of woman near Galleria
Read full article: Reward increases to $15,000 for information in deadly hit-and-run of woman near GalleriaAn increased reward up to $15,000 is being offered for information on a driver that was involved in a deadly hit-and-run incident near the Galleria in December, according to Houston Crime Stoppers.
Interactive art experience moves to MarqE Entertainment Center
Read full article: Interactive art experience moves to MarqE Entertainment Center3D Galerié features optical illusions and classical art paintings infused with pop culture references. (Courtesy of 3D Galerié)HOUSTON – Houston’s interactive art experience has found a new home. 3D Galerié is now open at the MarqE Entertainment Center at 7620 Katy Freeway. The museum features optical illusions and classical art paintings infused with pop culture references. Guests can become a part of the interactive experience by taking selfies and photos.
Clutch City Cluckers food truck celebrates permanent location with grand opening event
Read full article: Clutch City Cluckers food truck celebrates permanent location with grand opening eventHOUSTON – Clutch City Cluckers is a new hot chicken-concept food truck, that now has a permanent location near the Galleria at 5550 Val Verde St.Their grand opening event is happening all weekend, today through Sunday from 11am to 11pm. The food truck will offer 50% off their entire menu each day, plus host a raffle for a Playstation 5, Nintendo Switches, and other cool prizes for customers to win. The “Clutch City” is inspired by the nickname given to the Houston Rockets after winning both the 1994 and 1995 NBA championships. Even the logo, that consists of a chicken on a rocket, not only pays homage to the space city, but also a vision for the business to skyrocket and represent Clutch City nationwide. Make sure to stop by this weekend for some delicious hot chicken sandwiches, or log onto ClutchCityCluckers.com for more info.
Closures, modified hours of businesses, venues across the Houston area
Read full article: Closures, modified hours of businesses, venues across the Houston areaHOUSTON – Schools aren’t the only facilities that have closed due to the winter weather across the Houston area. KPRC 2 is following closures in major business venues, airports and local governments, among others. Houston ZooDue to the aftermath of the Texas winter storm, the Houston Zoo will remain closed through Feb. 21 with plans to reopen on Feb. 22. — H-E-B (@HEB) February 15, 2021City of Sugar LandThe City will be closed for normal business on Tues. due to weather. WalmartWalmart has dozens of locations closed across the Houston area.
See photos, videos of freezing rain, snow flurries sprinkling across Houston area
Read full article: See photos, videos of freezing rain, snow flurries sprinkling across Houston areaA look at the Houston skyline during this snow dayHOUSTON – As the freezing rain and snow flurries sprinkle down across the Houston area, KPRC 2 viewers and employees are sending in photos of the winter storm. Posted by Cleveland TX Fire Department on Monday, February 15, 2021Conroeproudmommy ConroeCypressCypress on Feb. 15, 2021 (Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Cypress on Feb. 15, 2021 (Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Onalaskacman OnalaskaRichmondRichmond on Feb. 15, 2021 (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) SeabrookSeabrook on Feb. 15, 2021 (Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
Search for hit-and-run driver after 63-year-old woman killed near Galleria area
Read full article: Search for hit-and-run driver after 63-year-old woman killed near Galleria areaHOUSTON – A family searches for answers after a 63-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run incident near the Galleria area. The driver left the scene. Weems said his wife touched so many lives and was the love of his life. And so I thought my life was already in front of me and I knew what was going to happen,” Weems said. AdHe said the thought of his wife being left to die on the road is something he still thinks about.
VYPE to LIVE Broadcast Ninth Annual TD Club of Houston Hildebrand Foundation Private School Awards
Read full article: VYPE to LIVE Broadcast Ninth Annual TD Club of Houston Hildebrand Foundation Private School AwardsHOUSTON - The Ninth Annual Touchdown Club of Houston Hildebrand Foundation Private School Awards are set to take place at the Omni Hotel in the Galleria on Wednesday night. For family and friends that cannot attend this year's event due to restrictions, VYPE has partnered with the Touchdown Club of Houston to broadcast the evening LIVE on VYPE.com and the TD Club of Houston Facebook page. "We are proud to partner with the Touchdown Club of Houston on their 9th Annual Private School Football Awards, as they recognize the incredible accomplishments of Private School football players across this great city," VYPE Media CEO Shane Hildreth said. Finalists for the TD Club of Houston's Coach of the Year, Specialist, Ironman, Lineman, Defensive and Offensive Players of the Year will be honored with the winners being announced at the end of the night. VYPE will carry the entire two-hour event LIVE on multiple platforms for easy viewing.
Car thieves steal $23,000 worth of video equipment from two local videographers
Read full article: Car thieves steal $23,000 worth of video equipment from two local videographersHOUSTON – Two videographers were devastated to find their hard-earned equipment had been stolen by car thieves in a Galleria-area neighborhood. Their camera and videography equipment was gone. “They took all my lighting equipment,” Caicedo said. “People are out here actually working hard, and they’re just here stealing people’s hard work,” Caicedo said. “So we can get started and not just sit around ... dreaming to work,” Petersen.
Family, friends seeking justice for woman killed in hit-and-run near the Galleria
Read full article: Family, friends seeking justice for woman killed in hit-and-run near the GalleriaHOUSTON – Family and friends of Kathy Lynn, 63, are asking for the public’s help in finding the person responsible for her death. Lynn was hit and killed Thursday while crossing the street near the intersection of Westheimer Road and Interstate 610 in the Galleria area. The driver responsible never stopped to help and render aid and remains on the run. “Anytime you get involved in anything on the street of Westheimer in Houston you got to know there’s going to be surveillance footage,” Teare said. Teare had a message for the drivers responsible in both cases: “There’s no statute of limitations on this.
‘Grinch’ steals life-sized Christmas decorations from home in the Galleria area
Read full article: ‘Grinch’ steals life-sized Christmas decorations from home in the Galleria areaHOUSTON – A Houston homeowner wants to know who took some of her Christmas decorations. The next morning the owner realized both of the nutcrackers were gone when she went to check the mail. “They were life-sized, bigger than I am, and they’ve had them up every year since we’ve been here,” said neighbor Ron Roberts, who lives a few doors down. “The neighbors that had this happen do make a big effort to light up their house and provide some joy to the area,” he said. Two neighbors said they recently had issues with minor thefts but the owner said this was the first time someone took her decorations.
Houston-area businesses boarding up doors, windows on Election Day
Read full article: Houston-area businesses boarding up doors, windows on Election DayHOUSTON – As Americans across the nation wait for the highly anticipated 2020 presidential race results, many businesses are in fear of potential protests following the election results. Many businesses in the Galleria, River Oaks and downtown have boarded its buildings Tuesday afternoon. KPRC 2 reached out for comment to a few businesses. Houston businesses aren’t the only ones boarding up. In Austin, several stores on South Congress Avenue, which is down the street from the State Capital, have also boarded up over fears of protests.
2 legendary Texas families team up to open southern-style steakhouse in Galleria area
Read full article: 2 legendary Texas families team up to open southern-style steakhouse in Galleria areaHOUSTON – The Tilman Fertitta family and the King Ranch family are launching a new restaurant in the Galleria area. King Ranch Texas Kitchen is a southern-style steakhouse, which is set to open before the holidays. The menu will include beef cheek Barbacoa tacos, smoked brisket queso, King Ranch fried quail, blackened redfish and smoked brisket Pimento grilled cheese, per the website. While King Ranch, a major agribusiness with interests in farming, luxury retail goods, and recreational hunting, will supply meats and other products. The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturday.
Burger-chan at Greenway Plaza is closed, but maybe not for long
Read full article: Burger-chan at Greenway Plaza is closed, but maybe not for longThe bad news: Burger-chan at Greenway Plaza announced Friday that it was the last day of business because the location was permanently closing. According to the announcement on the website, the news came as a shock to customers because owners Willet Feng and Diane Wu Feng decided not to publicly announce the closure. Friday, August 28, 2020 is the last day of service for burger-chan at Greenway Plaza. There were days when someone asked how our day was and we couldnt fully answer without tearing up, the couple wrote. The couple said fans of the burger restaurant should stay tuned as burger-chan burgers may still be available here and there.
WATCH: Street racers shut down Westheimer and Sage intersection overnight
Read full article: WATCH: Street racers shut down Westheimer and Sage intersection overnightHOUSTON, Texas A group of street car racers shut down the intersection of Westheimer and Sage in the Galleria area overnight to donuts and other stunts. Cellphone footage showed the stunts as traffic came to a standstill around them. Police were called to the scene and cleared the intersection. Its unclear if anyone was arrested in connection with the incident. The Harris County District Attorneys Office said it is considering charges in the incident.
ASK2: What will the renovations on 610 near the Galleria and the 610/59 interchange look like?
Read full article: ASK2: What will the renovations on 610 near the Galleria and the 610/59 interchange look like?As part of our new Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: What will the renovations on 610 near the Galleria and the 610/59 interchange look like? The project will require additional right-of-way. Approximately 2.5 acres of additional right-of-way have been acquired, which includes ten partial acquisition impacts and one commercial displacement (a Chick-fil-A). You can also visit the Texas Department of Transportation’s website for details.
The Tasting Room in Uptown Park will permanently close Saturday
Read full article: The Tasting Room in Uptown Park will permanently close SaturdayHOUSTON – The Tasting Room’s original Uptown Park will close their doors on Saturday, becoming yet another restaurant shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Owner Jerry Lasco said in an email to employees Tuesday that failed rent negotiations and limited revenue are reasons for the shutdown. “In the wake of the pandemic, although we have tried many scenarios, it has not been possible to keep the space running at limited capacity,” said Lasco. The restaurant’s original location opened in 2013 and has provided more than 2,000 meals to hospitality workers impacted by the pandemic, Eater Houston reported. Lasco’s other concept, Max’s Wine Dive and The Tasting Room at CityCentre near Beltway 8 and I-10 will remain open.