Houston native and bestselling author Katherine Center has found her purpose: writing books that inspire and uplift others. Her latest novel, 'The Love Haters' hits store shelves May 20th, but first she's chatting with Houston Life host Derrick Shore about why her writing style connects with readers so deeply.

This incredible recycling program shows you the ins and outs of protecting our waterways in an unexpected way.

The fast-talking, positivity-spreading, red-headed beauty Dixie Longate has been entertaining and inspiring audiences with her one-woman show, 'Dixie's Tupperware Party' for 17 years. Now, as she makes her final tour through Texas, she's taking Houston Life co-host Derrick Shore backstage for a look at why this show has been an audience favorite for nearly two decades.

Emmy and Grammy award winning actress, comedienne and writer Tiffany Haddish is coming to Houston! She'll be at the Heights Theater tomorrow night -- but first she's chatting with us about her 'Funny and Fearless Tour' and what it was like growing up in foster care.

Pop Culture Con is happening this weekend in Spring and it has something for all ages! If you've ever wanted to snap a pic with your favorite celebrities or get an autograph, we have the details on how you can make it happen! Watch the video player above for our chat with the Incredible Hulk Lou Ferrigno, longtime soap opera actor Sean Kanan and anime voice actor Vic Mignogna.

Looking for last-minute date ideas? The Lancaster Hotel has the perfect way to celebrate a romantic Valentine's Day.

When All Elite Wrestling storms into the Fort Bend Epicenter this weekend, Thunder Rosa will face off against Penelope Ford for an epic match of AEW Collision. AEW Star Thunder Rosa stopped by Studio B to catch Derrick and Tessa up on her journey to wrestling stardom, her Mexican roots, and what keeps her going.

The thoroughbred season is underway at Sam Houston Race Park and we have your guide to all the excitement.

Live your best life in 2025. From overcoming hardship and letting go of being a perfectionist to building a great support system and learning to say no we're got expert tips from local entrepreneur and business woman Chantell Preston.

If you're one of the 48 million Americans who provide unpaid caregiving to a loved one, it's a labor of love that can be quite challenging. Houston Life co-host Derrick Shore spoke with Jennifer Wandrey of AARP Texas about the resources they offer to caregivers in our community with resources they need to ensure they are not alone in their journey.

October through March is the season for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, also known as RSV. RSV affects the lungs and respiratory system. Houston Life co-host Derrick Shore sat down with a pediatrician from Children's Memorial Hermann to find out who's most at risk, the symptoms you should look out for, and the treatment options available.

'Art of Soccer' started in 2019 when Space City was being considered as a host city. Now, with some games secured, it's back! Daniel Gotera, senior director of communications for the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority shares how Houston businesses and artists are teaming up to leave a lasting impact before it's soccer's time to shine in 2026.

It's Giving Tuesday and Derrick and Tessa went "Over the Edge" to support a great cause. It was all to support the United Way of Greater Houston by rappelling down a 26-story building. In the greater Houston area, nearly a million households are on the verge of poverty and the United Way is stepping up to help. Watch the player above to see their daring descent!

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!

It’s been a Houston favorite for more than 30 years. From the incredible food to the impeccable service, see what La Griglia has to offer in this week’s Landry’s Chef Series on Houston Life. Derrick Shore sits down with Brandon Soverall, executive chef of La Griglia, for a taste of their menu and to learn what brought him to Houston.

Our travel expert Gabe Saglie uncovers the origins of Halloween in Ireland where the spooky holiday began thousands of years ago! Plus, he shared highlights from his epic road trip with his son across one of the world's most beautiful travel destinations.

From water painting to calligraphy prints, celebrate culture and traditions at the largest Islamic art festival in the U.S.

Have you ever heard of an ocelot? Much like their size, their remaining population is small. Houston Life co-hosts Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera chatted with Peter Gros, wildlife expert and co-host of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild about the efforts to save their habitat and how the Houston Zoo is playing a critical role.

If you've got a couple of spare Oreos, stick them on your forehead, put your hands behind your back and try to get that cookie in your chomper. Derrick Shore and Lauren Kelly from Houston Life tried it LIVE on TV and... let's just say one of them is pretty much an expert now. ;-)

Izaiah Montaque Harris, one of the stars of the Broadway National Tour of 'Funny Girl,' chats with Houston Life's Derrick Shore about the show that's getting rave reviews. He also shows off some of his incredible dance moves and explains why he dreaded his first tap lessons at just five years old.

Local author Leah Cast talks about growing your faith with her latest book, "Transplant." It's a 30-week devotional aimed at inspiring and encouraging readers. She also just received two major national and international book awards. We heard all about the honors plus balancing her life as an author, model, and entrepreneur in our chat with her.

It's all about the total solar eclipse on Houston Life. Co-host Tessa Barrera met KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Frank Billingsley at the Houston Museum of Natural Science in Sugar Land.

April 1st is a very special day for Houston Life, and not because of April Fools' Day! It's also Derrick's birthday! HL co-host Tessa Barrera and the team had some fun surprises in store for him today. There was choreography, cake, and a sourdough starter segment that went awry! Watch the video above for the full show.

Texas-based comedian Andrew Youngblood is in the house. He was on Houston Life back in December right before he filmed his special at the secret group. The special, "I'll tell you this" was just released yesterday. We're chatting with him about the drop.

In honor of the Houston Astros new season, we’re checking out a new ‘relentless’ cocktail fans can order for game day!

After a week of meeting KPRC 2 Insiders around town during our Spring Break Solar Blast week, the fun continues with a chance for Insiders to enter to win enough glasses to outfit their family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers!

Tessa took to the field to get to know Houston Dynamo FC General Manager, Pat Onstad and how he and his daughter Abby came to call H-Town home through his soccer success. She shares why she decided to follow in his athletic footsteps on the pitch!

Meet Winnie Ileso! She's the local woman who appears on a new Netflix reality competition, "The trust: a game of greed." It's the show where contestants have the chance to split a whopping $250,000. She tells us what it was like behind the scenes and what she learned from the high profile show.

We're talking seafood on Houston Life. It's heart-healthy, rich in protein and in omega 3's. If you don't know where to start, we have a fix for that. Melissa Harrington and Emily Castro, the founders of seafood delivery company Fish Fixe prepared two delicious seafood options.

At 7 years old, Tessa and her friend decided they could make bank selling baskets door to door. It didn't go as planned.

Valentine's Day is almost here. It's the time of year when many couples are putting in a little extra effort into their relationships. Coincidentally it's also National Marriage Week so today we got expert tips on maintaining a happy and healthy marriage from licensed therapist, speaker and author Kaity Rodriguez.

The Soaring Phoenix Dragon & Lion Dance Association are BUSY this Lunar New Year with 150+ performances in just three weeks, they'll need all the luck they can get. Part of the team stopped by for a loud and colorful performance outside of Studio B. Catch up with Soaring Phoenix on Instagram @s.p.liondance

We're gearing up for the 'Year of the Dragon!' The Chinese community center has their big Lunar New Year festival coming up, they decorated Studio B and told us all about the significance of the holiday plus what the 'Year of the Dragon' is all about.

Did you know heavy metal rock band Godsmack has a softer side? Yep, they are bringing an intimate 'Vibez Tour' to Lake Charles this month. I'll chat with lead singer sully Erna about what fans can expect at the show and we'll learn the details on his memoir-based documentary now streaming.

And valentines day is next week. Whether you're celebrating with the love of your life, or with the ones who mean the most, we're highlighting some delicious wines for valentine's day. Wine and lifestyle expert, Daniela Garrido tells us exactly how to pick the perfect bottle or bundle!

It's one of our favorite times of the year -- girl scout cookie season! We're chatting with a group of local girl scouts about some of the changes you can expect this year and how the sales from the cookies helps these young women develop important life skills.

If you're a plant lover, you have to put PlantCon in your calendar this April 13th-14th. The second annual convention will host over 100 vendors catering to the entire plant community. If you're into plants but you have a small space, don't worry, Kenny Nguyen with Houston Plant Market showed us how to cultivate a lush container garden right on your patio or balcony. Follow them on Instagram @plantcon.intl

Atsuko Okatsuka will be back in H-Town on Sunday for her "Full Grown Tour." She talks to Derrick and Tessa about being yourself, her rise to fame and her iconic haircut. Get tickets to her show at www.visithoustontexas.com

One family's quest to give their son with disabilities key life skills, has resulted in a fragrance business that's about so much more than selling products.

From shaving each other's armpits to giving each other facials down there, Eva and Sunnie are not afraid to get personal with their skincare. The duo talk about Sunnie's boyfriend, Scott, the highs and lows of the show, and how the show impacted the already unbreakable bond between them.

What happens when you mix 80s wrestling with hot sauce? You get Headlock Hot Sauce. A carrot-based hot sauce from Houston couple, Darren Tompkins and Stephanie Hill. You'll get a chance to Suplex Your Taste buds with their Suplex Super Hot Habanero or opt for a milder chip and dip kind of flavor with their Hammerlock Jalapeno Lime. Pick up a bottle or three at Walmart or order them in a trio on their website headlockhotsauce.com

From growing up Amish to the tragic loss of her young daughter, Anne Beiler's life is anything but typical. We learned about her new cookbook, her inspiring story and how she pulled herself out of unimaginable grief. We're so excited to spend time with Anne, Founder of iconic pretzel chain, Auntie Anne's. She's sharing how growing up in the kitchen with her mother taught her valuable lessons. Plus, how she pulled herself out of the darkness following the loss of her 19-month-old daughter.

Football in Houston is not over yet. Spring is right around the corner for the start of the United Football League. We're chatting with Houston Roughnecks head coach C.J. Johnson on what's about to be a pretty exciting season.

Bread Man Baking Company Founder and CEO Tasos Katsaounis left his corporate job to follow his dreams of baking bread

Mast Colorist Brenda Olivarez is helping men and women embrace their grays. The trend is taking salons by storm as people are shifting to a maintainable and easier hairdo. Ashley Callahan decided to make the switch with Brenda as her stylist and she hasn't looked back. Get 15% off your gray blending appointment when you mention Houston Life when booking your appointment.

Food lovers, get ready! The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its iconic annual event, the 2024 Taste of the Town. This event is a highlight in the region's food calendar, drawing thousands to experience the vibrant flavors of The Woodlands area. Woodlands Chamber of Commerce CEO, J.J. Hollie and Eric Saville from Kirby's Steakhouse told us all the details on this year's big event.

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo is an all-male ballet company celebrating 50 years on the stage. They not only wow audiences with their athleticism and grace, but they perform in a way most male ballet dancers don't -- en pointe. Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo is an all-male ballet company celebrating 50 years on the stage. They not only wow audiences with their athleticism and grace, but they perform in a way most male ballet dancers don't -- en pointe. Over the years they've performed in nearly 700 cities in more than 40 countries -- and there's a reason audiences keep coming back to see this fun and talented group. Watch the video for Derrick's interview with the group's ballet master and to see him try a few moves himself.

Chocolates and flowers are nice but if you really want to impress your valentine - give them something that sparkles! Matthew Duncan from U.S. Coins and jewelry has some Valentine's Day gift ideas.

Houston Life's Tessa Barrera take you inside The Texans team store for a look at all the new playoff merch and how you can get your hands on it ahead of Saturday's big game. Plus, all the details on a free watch party happening downtown for fans.

Houston Life welcomes Jennifer Lopez-Fuller! She started "Bay Area Houston Food Lovers" to connect hundreds of local businesses to the community. Now, over 60-thousand people are part of the movement. We caught up with her on how this venture started and how you too can shop, eat and save.

Gabriella Gutierrez puts her own twist on luxury picnics in the city with something that looks like it's straight out of a fairytale. Tessa takes us inside "Bibbidi Boppity Bubble" and shares how you can create your own party on the go.

A new art exhibition at the Anya Tish Gallery in Montrose features two Houston-based Latin X artists. Marisol Valencia and Tatiana Escallón use different art mediums that celebrate memory, displacement, and feminism. Find out how you can experience their artwork.

Nkem Denchukwu is a Houston author, filmmaker and mother of four. writes about self-love, kindness, and her unique experience when it comes to bridging the gap between her Nigerian heritage and the African-American experience.

Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, emergency medicine physician at UTHealth Houston explains what hypothermia is and how to avoid it. She also explains how different groups of people who might have trouble getting out of cold could experience hypothermia in temperatures warmer than freezing. How does it differ from frostbite? There's one key difference explained.

We're still dealing with winter weather. Mike Schur with Abacus Plumbing gave us the tips you need to know if your pipes are still frozen and what to do for the next extreme cold front.

Houston is getting ready for a dramatic change in the forecast. Urban Harvest tells us what we need to do in order to save our beloved trees and keep them thriving, even in cold weather.

Twin activists and philanthropists Tena Lundquist Faust and Tama Lundquist take matters in their own hands to save animal from the streets of Houston. The growing stray problem poses both a public safety risk and a health crisis. The sisters give viewers the real, and raw footage as they hit the streets to save the animals they love.

Two hip replacements couldn't keep Carrie Bradshaw away from her passion of running. Tessa went for a jog with the wife, mom of four and self-proclaimed Bionic Woman as she prepares for the Houston Half Marathon.

The Mediterranean Diet has won best overall diet for the 7th year in a row from U.S. News and World Report. It's balanced, sustainable and healthy. We learned how to get started from registered dietician and founder of Fully Mediterranean, Pam Fullenweider.

Create a new routine that will leave your skin clear and smooth for the new year with products you can find at your local drugstore

El Bolillo Bakery's four locations are preparing the sweet treat for gatherings

Soup, salad and slow cooking -- three easy meals for the new year

Tips on how to clean up and organize your holiday decor and junk drawers

If you’re a fan of boy bands from the 90s, you’ll like XTNCT. They are very handsome and talented and they're releasing their latest single exclusively on Houston Life.

It stars actor Michael Peña

The 43rd Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market runs Thursday, November 9 through Sunday, November 12, 2023 at NRG Center.

Rod Ryan visited the Houston Life studio to continue his morning conversation on the radio with Derrick today.

To be, or not to be.

Derrick and Frank had to dunk their cookies in ‘tasty’ condiments like soy sauce, red wine vinegar -- and even some good old fashioned buttermilk.

If you’re looking around your home and thinking it might be time for a little refresh -switching up your furniture can really change up the look and feel of a space.

Pop singer Jordy is headlining Rainbow on the Green at Discovery Green tonight. You'll also see Derrick as he hosts this free event. But before the show, Derrick chats with Jordy about his gaining popularity.

Houston Life takes you behind the scenes at 'Wicked'. From the elaborate costumes to the iconic set pieces, we'll show you how 'Wicked' comes to life - and how Elphaba gets so green! Watch Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. on Houston Life, followed by an extended cut exclusively on the KPRC 2+ livestream.

The Houston Life team has packed up the minivan and taken the show on the road. We're live from New Braunfels for an epic adventure.

Meet two friends from Katy ISD who put their swimming skills to good use

From HBO's 'Insecure,' Kendrick Sampson is in the Houston Life studio!

Memorial Day is just a few weeks away and while many businesses make it a big shopping weekend, there's one local business owner keeping his doors closed.

Get ready for a weekend filled with fun, traditional Polish foods, music and more.

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Here's the rundown for today's episode of Houston Life!

Next month Goodwill Houston is hosting its annual gala. Here's how you can get tickets.

See what's coming up on Wednesday's show!

Long hair, don't care! See what happens when Derrick and Justin try out a new 'Face App' live on Houston Life.

Catch up with Chris Shepherd.

The Dome turns 58 years old this month, and next weekend Dome-lovers will gather together at the third annual ‘Race for the Dome.’

It's the Astrodome's birthday weekend! Help us celebrate. Share photos and videos of your favorite memories on click2pins.

We're throwing Derrick Shore a surprise birthday party and you're invited.

From 50 Cent, to NKOTB, Bun B, Lauren Daigle, and more…we sure did have some fun over the last month!

The New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) took the main stage at the Houston Rodeo on Tuesday night. Today at 1:00 p.m. on Houston Life, Derrick Shore and Lauren Kelly met the members of the ̶B̶o̶y̶ (Man) Band. Watch the interview in the player below.

The Houston-based artist is known for his hit 'Rain on Us'

From picking and selecting the fabrics to design and building furniture pieces – the team at Living Designs Furniture is full-service.

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Are you smarter than a middle schooler? We’re testing our knowledge of common civics!

It starts with love, new celebrity guest co-host on Houston Life

We here at Houston Life love to play games, and today we tried to see who has the best candy unwrapping skills...with oven mitts on!

Look who’s taking over! It’s Gal Pal Week on Houston Life!

There’s a sizzling dating show on Netflix called ‘Too Hot To Handle,’ and this latest season features Shawn Wells, a model based here in Houston! He spoke with Derrick Shore and Lauren Kelly about his experience on the hit show, expectations for love with millennials, and what’s next in his career.

There’s a sizzling dating show on Netflix called ‘Too Hot To Handle,’ and this latest season features Shawn Wells, a model based here in Houston! He spoke with Derrick Shore and Lauren Kelly about his experience on the hit show, expectations for love with millennials, and what’s next in his career.