5+ day, 19+ hour ago (72+ words) HOUSTON " A strong line of thunderstorms continues to impact the Houston area this afternoon, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and flash flooding in some locations. "Send us your weather pics and let's track the storms together. Here's how to submit. There are four ways to make it easy: Tornado warned storm. Cypresswood Dr @ I-45 ESD 11 HeadQuarters near Hooks Airport Driving home from an appointment can see tornado...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (189+ words) A KPRC viewer wrote into "2 Helps You" asking about a website promising $5,000 stimulus checks. We looked into the website and found red flags that could lead to potential identity theft and fraud schemes. The suspicious website, FedStim.com, claimed to offer "relief stimulus payments" to individuals who provided their personal information. The website looked legit, but there were red flags. The site has since disappeared, but experts warn similar scams continue to emerge. The Better Business Bureau warns that scammers often exploit trending topics and financial pressures to collect personal information. Several red flags identified with this particular website included: The BBB says often these types of websites claim to be from a government agency. Remember, all official government websites end in .gov. For websites claiming to be a government agency, the BBB reminds If you"ve already submitted personal…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago (193+ words) Visit Click2Houston.com for breaking news in Houston, Texas from KPRC. Houston, Texas breaking news, headlines, weather, and sports. The latest local Houston, Texas news and more from NBC TV's local affiliate in Houston, Texas, KPRC - Houston's Channel 2. TikTok user Nikalie is testing churches across denominations in her "Testing Your Church" series, asking one question: Would your church help a starving baby? In a recent video, she called Lakewood Church in Houston, following requests from viewers to try a "mega church." She also included a crying baby sound in the background to make the scenario feel more realistic. During the call, Nikalie asked if the church could provide formula for a two-month-old baby who had gone a day without food. A staff member responded that the church has a benevolence ministry and could take down her information and process a request....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (296+ words) A new parody website from Senator John Cornyn's campaign is turning Texas politics into a dating game. The site, FindPaxtonsMatch.com, mimics a Tinder-style dating app called "Sinr." When users visit the page, they're prompted to enter their name, email, and phone number before the familiar swipe interface appears. Much like Tinder, users can swipe left to pass or swipe right to "match." The twist? Instead of dating prospects, the game centers on helping Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, appearing as "Dave P.," find his "next mistress." Players can "match" with two women, while the rest of the images resemble AI-generated portraits. Some users are shown a message reading, "You've been blocked," followed by a reference to Paxton's wife, State Sen. Angela Paxton. In a press release, the Cornyn campaign described the website as "an interactive way to help embattled Attorney…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (194+ words) Visit Click2Houston.com for breaking news in Houston, Texas from KPRC. Houston, Texas breaking news, headlines, weather, and sports. The latest local Houston, Texas news and more from NBC TV's local affiliate in Houston, Texas, KPRC - Houston's Channel 2. Taco Bell's Live M's Caf" brings new drinks to the Houston area Holly Galvan Posey, Digital Content Producer Houston-area fans can get a first taste of Taco Bell's Live M's Caf" in Spring with handcrafted drinks, Churro Chillers, Strawberry Limonada Refreshers, and exclusive freebies. The new caf", located at 19400 I-45 in Spring, will officially open its doors on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 3 to 5 p.m. Attendees can enjoy free drinks including the Strawberry Passionfruit Limonada Refresca and the Mexican Mocha Iced Coffee while supplies last. There will also be exclusive merch giveaways, fun games, and a caricature artist ready to reimagine you as a Taco Bell menu…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago (355+ words) Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday he is committing $1 million from his campaign coffers to put chapters of Turning Point USA, the group founded by the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, on every Texas college and high school campus. In a social media post, Patrick said that he spoke with Turning Point executives on Thursday about the idea. The state has more than 1,200 school systems that educate roughly 5.5 million schoolchildren and more than 200 colleges. "I had not planned to make a donation before the call, but the Lord put it on my heart to make a meaningful contribution to kick start the Texas project," Patrick said. "Texas has the size and the heart to open more chapters than any other state and more than most countries. Let's get it done for Charlie, and for Texas." As Kirk's voice grew louder,…...

4+ day, 3+ hour ago (168+ words) Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion's foundation partnered with Walmart this week to provide Thanksgiving meals and essential items to nearly 2,000 underserved families in Texas. Through the Pete & Thomas Foundation, the Pearland High School and TSU alum hosted a Thanksgiving Turkey Drive in Dallas at Crossroads Community Services. They distributed turkeys, vegetables, sides, desserts, and $50 Walmart gift cards to more than 1,200 families. Earlier in the week, the foundation supported local families by providing a grant to God's Grace Community Church in Megan's hometown of Houston. The church distributed turkeys to over 500 families. The Pete & Thomas Foundation was founded in Feb. 2022 to honor the memory of Megan's late parents, Holly Thomas and Joseph Pete III. The nonprofit organization aims to uplift women, children, senior citizens, and underserved communities in Houston and beyond. Through these Thanksgiving initiatives, the foundation provided close to 2,000 families in…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago (145+ words) HOUSTON " Texans nickel Jalen Pitre, one of the most active players in the community, spent his Tuesday giving back. In advance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Pitre, his Pitre Boyz charitable foundation and Bethel's Heavenly Hands teamed up to raise more than $117,000 to provide "Boxes of Love' and turkeys to Houston area families in need. Inside the boxes: all of the ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal. Pitre, a Stafford graduate and former Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year from Baylor who has three interceptions this season, and his foundation handed out over 350 "Boxes of Love' and 400 turkeys on Tuesday. The giving was sponsored by Group One Automotive, The Shariff Law Firm, TDECU foundation, Starbucks and Raising Canes. Last weekend, Bethel's Heavenly Hands used the donated funds with 3,000 Boxes of Love to be distributed throughout the Houston area....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (825+ words) HOUSTON " She's not a reporter in the traditional sense. No press pass, no newsroom and no deadlines. But when something happens in Houston's streets, Griselda "Grizzy" Castillo often first to the scene. She's with just her phone and a voice that booms her signature opening line: "What's up with it, Hood News Peeps." Grizzy has built a million-strong following by turning raw, real moments into community journalism that feels more like family than news. What started as an empty-nester's hobby has become Houston's most unconventional and undeniably influential newsroom. "It was an accident. It wasn't supposed to be the Grizzy's Hood News that people are aware of today," Grizzy told KPRC 2's Gage Goulding. What began in summer 2019 as a way to fill time after her daughter left for college has evolved into a full-time commitment to community journalism. Initially…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (345+ words) Hosting but don't want to cook this holiday season? Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV rounded up her top restaurant picks for a Thanksgiving feast at home. See what's on the menu with dishes from TRIBUTE at The Houstonian, State Fare Kitchen & Bar and BB's Tex-Orleans. Plus, an easy to make holiday appetizer using brie cheese and puff pastry. Watch the video for ordering deadlines, reheating tips and delicious dishes. Turkey giveaways 2025: Here's where to find free Thanksgiving meals in the Houston area Holly Galvan Posey, Digital Content Producer From community centers to local restaurants, free turkey giveaways are popping up across Houston as the holiday approaches. Houston Texans & Kroger Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway: The Houston Texans and Kroger are teaming up to provide 1,000 Thanksgiving meal kits to Houston families on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 10 a.m. Distribution will take place at the Kroger Gate…...