The flowers are out, reservations are made and jewelry is on sale. Every year across the country women are honored on Mother’s Day.

Forgot to make a reservation for Valentine's Day? No worries! KPRC 2 has you covered with last-minute date ideas that still scream romance. Teaming up with lifestyle blogger Lauren Washington (@searchinghighwithlo), we’ve curated a list of romantic restaurants, fun budget-friendly activities, and thoughtful gift ideas, ensuring you can celebrate love, whether you’re with a partner or flying solo.

We’re only a full week into the New Year, and yet, the great debate rages on: How long is too long to say “Happy New Year”?

Is it just me, or has setting off fireworks on Christmas Day become the new norm?

Christmas came early at Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid with the arrival of two fuzzy Chinstrap penguin chicks! Hatched just in time for the holidays, these tiny bundles of joy are capturing hearts as they settle into their cozy exhibit.

Severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings are affecting the Houston area, prompting a call for residents to share photos of the weather conditions with the community via Click2Pins.

The very talented and popular band is bringing their spectacular holiday show to Houston this Thursday!

If wrapping presents isn’t your forte or you’re simply short on time this holiday season, Houston has plenty of places where professionals can handle it for you.

Houston, it's time to flaunt your festive flair!

The December days are flying by, and it’s hard to believe that we’re now less than a week away from Christmas!

Pies for the holidays and all year round! “Eat Like a Local” chef Chris Shepherd visits some of Houston's busiest and most renowned spots for whole pies and slices!

This weekend in Houston, the roads are expected to be packed with activity as residents and visitors travel in and out of town, while others engage in last-minute Christmas and holiday shopping.

Whether you're hosting a feast or gifting a slice of happiness, let Dish Society and Proud Pie help make your holidays delicious!

Master Gardner and design expert Rhonda Kaiser shares her tip on elevating your holiday decor from her Southern Home & Farm.

You've probably heard of a charcuterie board but what about a jar-cuterie? Or a choc-uterie for chocolate lovers? Entertaining expert Paul Zahn walks us through his creative ideas to shake up the traditional charcuterie board to ensure there's something for everyone at your holiday gathering or even a cozy night in.

In honor of Christmas and Hanukkah only a few days away, we’re getting into the holiday spirit with some friendly competition!

Flying through Houston this holiday season? You'll love the new changes at William P. Hobby Airport!

At Texas Children’s Hospital, a tree farm allows hospitalized children to choose Christmas trees for their rooms, aided by a Roaming Robot Program that enables participation from isolated patients.

You've seen the actor, singer, and songwriter on Houston Life many times. He's back and sharing all of his life updates with us including two new Christmas hits, personal milestones, and what he has in store to end 2024 with a bang. Hint hint....He's sharing the stage with Anna and Elsa!

The Houston-based bereavement center offers free grief support services for children, families and adults in their grief journey,

The feasting isn't over yet! Here's a cornbread stuffing recipe you'll want on your holiday menus this year. We're back in the kitchen with chef Natosha 'Chef Tae' Barber as she walks us through this delicious and easy recipe.

Organizers collected donations for the 46th annual Christmas Super Feast.

From their popular pork, chicken, and jalapeno and cheese options, there's nothing like freshly made tamales to make your season merry and bright.

Guests can step into a winter horror-land as Krampus and his twisted helpers turn holiday cheer into holiday fear.

The holiday season is here! With the countdown to Christmas ticking Houston Life's Melanie Camp roped in Cory Stinson - store manager at the new Boot Barn in Webster, Texas- for some gift giving inspo. Boot Barn is brimming with fantastic gift ideas and exclusive deals for holiday shoppers.

The Alley Theatre’s - A Christmas Carol

Check out all the info on how you can take part in the excitement of H-Town Roughnecks football for their new 2025 season.

The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

The holiday season is here and KPRC 2 is showing you all the cool things you can do with your family to celebrate. From the city to the suburbs, we cover the biggest seasonal attractions in KPRC 2's "Holiday Lights Spectacular" Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

Santa's elves and Mrs. Claus are in town from the North Pole. With three days left until Christmas, Santa's workshop is buzzing with activity as they race to complete the big day's final preparation and need your help.

Our Anthony Yanez will be in a different spotlight, taking the stage at Alley Theatre to make his debut performance in the beloved holiday classic: A Christmas Carol!

"A lot of death happens in them," jokes Houston Ballet principal dancer Jessica Collado of her silk, baby pink ballet slippers. A ballerina's point shoes have a reputation for being tough on the toes, which might be why many ballerinas use the dark nickname "coffins" for their footwear. However, 20 years into her time as a dancer at the Houston Ballet it seems Collado's feet are still happy to keep on dancing.

Nothing tops watching a movie on the big screen and AMC is ringing in the holiday season with classic fan-favorites like Elf, Polar Express, and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation throughout December.

Get a preview of the ‘Run for a Good Claus’ holiday-themed event that’s open to the community.

Each year, KPRC 2 helps ring in the holiday season with our “Holiday Lights Spectacular.”

We want to see your most creative Elf on the Shelf placement.

Houston and its surrounding areas offer a variety of Christmas tree farms where families can choose and cut their own trees or opt for pre-cut options.

UPS mistakenly marked Moxie District 31 as “closed” on Wednesday — despite it being open and waiting for a shipment. Friday morning, the owners showed up at a distribution center, where they got their shipment and were able to keep their business plan afloat.

With a mix of culinary creativity and helpful hacks, this is perfect for looking to stretch their holiday feast and elevate their post-Thanksgiving meals. Exploring innovative and delicious ways to repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers into creative dishes the whole family will love.

Discover the best holiday events in Houston, from dazzling light displays and festive markets to magical ballets and family-friendly activities.

For many small businesses, Black Friday is the most important sales day of the year, often compared to the Super Bowl for retailers. But for Moxie District 31, a family-owned boutique in Clear Lake, a crucial misstep has added an unexpected hurdle.

The city of Houston has faced many monumental moments this year, and we have a lot to be thankful for.

Zoo Lights at the Houston Zoo is a favorite holiday tradition -- and this year is more colorful than ever before -- with dazzling new light displays.

Local organizations offering a hand up for families needing assistance to make the holidays joyful.

Many area grocery stores will remain open on Thanksgiving Day.

From the runway to River Oaks, Fashion Santa is coming to town and he's giving back while bringing some glam to Houston. We're getting to know world-renowned model Paul Mason who took on the role of Fashion Santa nearly 10 years ago. Find out what he has planned for his debut visit to H-Town above!

Magical Winter Lights Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Location and Exciting Attractions. The highly anticipated holiday event, Magical Winter Lights, celebrates its 10th Anniversary at an exciting new venue — the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds. This enchanting experience, takes place from November 15, 2024, to January 5, 2025.

It is a Houston holiday tradition, "A Christmas Carol" is back at Alley Theatre! Actors Michelle Elaine and Christopher Salazar, who play the roles of Mrs. Fezziwig and Fred, respectively, invited Houston Life’s Melanie Camp on stage to take a look at some of the exciting surprises planned for this year's performance.

From personalized tiles to aesthetic playing mats, the game of mahjong is truly timeless. We're diving into some of the basics and telling you where you can gather with friends to "Mahj and Mingle" and support a great cause while you play.

From dining to special events – we’re getting a look inside The Post Oak Hotel for a look at how they're celebrating the holiday season.

With just over a week until Thanksgiving Day, the City of Houston is looking for the community’s help as it gears up for another fun-filled holiday parade.

The sweet film is now streaming, and also features a new original song called ‘A Brand New Christmas.’

Got leftover pumpkins? Learn how to repurpose them to elevate your holiday decor.

For the first time ever, Classic Christmas comes to Houston, bringing the magic of the holidays to Memorial City Mall.From November 16th, guests can step into a magical holiday wonderland designed for visitors of all ages with exciting attractions that capture the season's essence.

Everything you need to know about Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market 2024.

Enter here to win a 4-pack of tickets and more to Magical Winter Lights!

Thanksgiving hasn’t even passed, but the City of Houston is already excited to announce plans for its annual holiday tradition.

Enter here to win a 4-pack of tickets and more to Magical Winter Lights!

As the holiday season approaches, many plan festive getaways to celebrate with loved ones. If you are looking for the perfect destination, look no further than San Antonio. Just a short road trip from Houston, this vibrant city transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with lights, culture, and tradition.

Leigh Ann Chatagnier, cookbook author and food blogger behind “My Diary of Us,” stops by with three recipes inspired by classic Thanksgiving sides. Plus, a new twist on the traditional pumpkin pie for dessert.

It seems like everyone is in the Christmas Spirit as soon as Halloween is over. On social media, as people took their costumes off, they seemingly replaced their Halloween decorations with Christmas decorations.

Moody gardens offers the largest holiday venue to enjoy through January 1st, including the return of the popular Ice Land.

KPRC 2 and our Community partners are helping create a holiday “tree farm” event for pediatric cancer patients

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and the Spencer Solves It Team is back with their heartwarming Christmas Miracles Project! For the ninth year, Bill Spencer and his team are ready to rescue Christmas for five families who have faced unimaginable hardships. Could it be you?

Did you know the annual “Black Girls Day Off” was actually created by a Houston area woman?

Before I started on the long road towards the honorable career that is journalism, I worked in a similarly respectable field: emergency medicine. For several years, I worked as an EMT-B, handling emergencies and ferrying patients all over Harris County.

The flowers are out, reservations are made and jewelry is on sale. Every year across the country women are honored on Mother’s Day.

Moms! Let us know your thoughts on the Mother's Day gifts you really want.

Whether you're hitting the road or booking a flight, if you've got travel plans, then we've got some tips to help make your adventure less troublesome.

Check out this list of places to feast on brunch for Easter in Houston!

A tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.

Houston’s 46th Annual “Original” MLK Parade was rescheduled for Feb. 10, the City of Houston announced on Monday.

If you got a new dog over the holidays, now is the time to start creating good habits and new year's resolutions with your pup.

Multiple properties in the Jasmine Heights subdivision in Katy were struck by bullets on New Year’s Eve.

With the holidays also comes holiday parties—at work, at friends or family, or perhaps at your own home—and that means stocking up on drinks. Wherever it is, it might be a good idea to have some nonalcoholic beverages on hand, because not everyone will necessarily feel like drinking alcohol. Consumer Reports taste-tested nonalcoholic sparkling wines to find you the best substitute for those Champagne toasts.

from TXU Energy's Zoo Lights to gifts painted by sea lions -- get in the holiday spirit at the Houston Zoo

Drivers should expect crowded roadways as many continue to travel for the Holiday weekend.

Christmas Day is behind us already. City of Houston officials are encouraging people to recycle their trees to turn them into mulch or other landscape materials.

The Latin Fantasy Lowrider Club held its 32nd annual toy drive on Christmas Day.

Travelers are seeing long waits to check in for Southwest Airlines at William P. Hobby Airport on Tuesday.

On Christmas Day, the Houston Police Department has warned the public again not to engage in celebratory gunfire over the holidays.

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!

It’s feeling a little magical outside.

If you don’t have a Christmas concert to attend this year, good news -- we are bringing one to you through these talented Houstonians.

Wrapping gifts... you either absolutely love it or you absolutely hate it. Some people go all out, buying a plethora of ribbons and bows personalized to the one receiving the gift. Others prefer to just put the gift underneath the tree in its original box.

Freelance writer Amanda Sorena shares a list of fun events happening all around the city.

Whether you’re traveling the skies or roads, here are a few helpful tips for making it to your destination safely, and with fewer headaches.

Mindy Red adorns 10 Christmas trees on her front lawn. She isn’t messing with decorations but instead fixing pictures of drunk driving victims.

To help you upgrade your gift-wrapping game this holiday season, Mary Burnett from Bering’s, shared her quick step-by-step instructions in 2021 that will have you wrapping presents like the best of Santa’s helper.

Tessa Barerra visits Manny Guerrero at MG Salon in Sugar Land. Manny walks us through three easy hairstyles for holiday outings.

Houston Texans players and legends are coming together this holiday season to give away several bikes to Houston ISD students.

Heading out to purchase a last minute tree. Here is what you should know

You’re about to prepare that delicious holiday meal...then it hits you -- you’re missing that last ingredient! Oh no!

Thanks to the Almeda Hospitality Group, dozens of Houstonians will be able to fill their tank up for FREE on Thursday.

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20.

A daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.

The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office is launching its holiday patrol initiative on Wednesday.

KPRC 2 viewers are capturing some interesting photos of the Houston area sky ahead of expecting thunderstorms that are headed our way before Christmas Day.

There’s a 30% chance of rain on Saturday in the Houston area, and we’re going to have showers and possibly thunderstorms on Christmas Eve.

Dec. 20 is officially the start of fireworks-selling season in Texas.