Downtown Houston’s Main Street is undergoing a $14 million transformation that promises to revolutionize the area’s dining and entertainment scene, with completion targeted before the World Cup arrives in the city.
A major downtown Houston project is underway to make the city center more walkable and cooler through strategic shade installations and green infrastructure, just in time for the upcoming World Cup.
TxDOT is moving forward with the Alabama Street bridge demolition near downtown Houston, bringing lane and ramp closures tied to the I-45 project.
As freezing temperatures settled over Houston Saturday night, volunteers with Operation Patriot Packs spread out across downtown—driving block by block, under bridges and along sidewalks—searching for homeless veterans before the cold turned deadly.
Kenneth Cutting Jr. is a 22-year-old man whose body was found in the Bayou July of last year. The family is still seeking answers.
A suspect has been taken into custody after allegedly spraying pepper spray in the lobby of a building in downtown Houston Wednesday.
After decades of hosting two separate parades honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., organizers will come together to create one unified event.
A shooting and crash in northeast Houston resulted in the death of one teenager and left another critically injured. Police believe the incident was linked to a drug deal gone wrong, with the teens being shot at in an apartment complex before crashing their SUV into a concrete barrier. The suspect is thought to have been driving a white sedan, though details remain scarce.
Drivers heading into downtown Houston this weekend will see growing traffic disruptions as crews begin closing streets ahead of the MLK Unity Parade on Monday.
The 2026 Chevron Houston Marathon sees thousands of participants from around the world, marking its evolution from a small local event in 1972 to a significant international race attracting over 25,000 runners. The event, starting at 7 a.m. with various race categories, highlights Houston's vibrant neighborhoods and embodies the city’s community spirit, culminating in awards ceremonies at 1 p.m.
Dozens of rats have made Houston’s City Hall their nocturnal playground, scurrying across sidewalks and diving into burrows on the building’s front lawn just days before the city’s annual holiday tree lighting ceremony.
Discover Veterans Day 2025 events in Houston, including parades, ceremonies, festivals, and community tributes honoring military heroes.
With Polk Street set to close, many East End residents say the loss of this critical route into downtown will make commutes longer and further isolate their community.
The Rustic, a popular Texas restaurant and live music venue, is relocating its downtown Houston location from Polk Street to a new site on Jackson Street near the Toyota Center and George R. Brown Convention Center.
With Polk Street set to close, many East End residents say the loss of this critical route into downtown will make commutes longer and further isolate their community.
Houston City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on whether to abandon a stretch of Polk Street in downtown — a move that would clear the way for the George R. Brown Convention Center expansion and TxDOT’s I-45 overhaul.
For the second year in a row, KPRC 2 proudly partnered with the Southern Smoke Foundation to livestream the Yeti Culinary Stage at Southern Smoke Festival.
Houston is preparing for a permanent change to how drivers move between Downtown and East Downtown.
Authorities are responding to the scene of a possible explosion at a high-rise building in Downtown Houston.
Houston bayous have been gaining national attention after several bodies were recovered within a span of 10 days in September, bringing the number of bodies found to 22 this year.
HPD said they are looking for two men accused of beating up the pedicab driver after an argument about the price, but only one of them was caught on camera.
HPD is investigating after a woman’s body was found in a downtown bayou early Friday, though investigators say it does not appear connected to other recent recoveries.
A man is in handcuffs Thursday morning after a series of overnight crashes that started as a hit-and-run near downtown Houston, where he seriously injured a woman.
The Houston Pumpkin Festival is taking over Discovery Green with a variety of fall-themed attractions for all ages until November 2.
“Houston dreams big, and HGO shares those dreams with audiences through world-class opera that resonates far beyond our stage," General Director and CEO Khori Dastoor said in a statement.
In just 13 years, the big blue letters have become one of Houston’s most recognizable (and most tampered with) landmarks. But is ‘Be Someone’ art… or a crime?
In just 13 years, the big blue letters have become one of Houston’s most recognizable (and most tampered with) landmarks.
As the City of Houston continues to examine how to handle residents experiencing homelessness, the topic of panhandling has returned to the spotlight.
Police released a sketch of the man, who they say is riding a bicycle in each incident.
Houston Police and Union Pacific Railroad Police obtained search warrants earlier this month for user details on two Instagram accounts that posted videos of the repainting as investigators look for evidence in the crime of graffiti.
This rooftop farm is more than just a pretty space. Explore the unique features of this five-acre rooftop park and its impact on city living and sustainability.
One of the world’s most beloved detectives is solving a mystery on stage in the U.S. for the very first time - and it’s happening right here in Houston.
Thousands of patriotic Houstonians flooded downtown Houston on Friday night for the city’s signature Independence Day celebration, ‘Freedom Over Texas.’
For Houstonians, the derecho in May 2024 was start of a long summer of storms. But for researchers, it was the storm they’d been waiting for the chance to study.
Investigators said the off-duty cop was on his motorcycle, and a driver cut him off while he was trying to make a left turn at an intersection.
Houston is gearing up for Cinco de Mayo with numerous venues offering festivities, food, and drink specials. Celebrations include mariachi music, specialty cocktails, and themed events across the city.
If you missed last December's packed event, then don’t worry because you don’t have to wait too long for Nostalgia Con’s 2025 visit!
A female deputy constable with Harris County Pct. 1 was shot during a shootout with an armed man near the Harris County Family Law Center in Downtown Houston.
A female deputy constable with Harris County Pct. 1 has reportedly shot near the Harris County Family Law Center in Downtown Houston.
A man and woman in Houston have been charged for involvement in the killing of a man more than five months ago. The woman remains on the run.
It's unclear how the crash unfolded, but Houston police say two vehicles were involved and at least one person died at the scene.
A man was put in handcuffs Sunday night after police believe he was driving drunk when he hit a woman with his car in Downtown Houston.
The Houston Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying two teen girls involved in a violent robbery in Downtown Houston on December 17, 2024.
The event, produced by Art Colony Association, Inc., features the works of hundreds of artists and attracts 20,000 guests. Two lucky KPRC 2 Insiders will be among them after each winning FOUR FREE VIP tickets to attend on Sunday, March 30.
The Houston Theater District Open House is back for the first time since 2019 with an incredible lineup of performances families can enjoy for FREE.
“Houston’s arts and cultural scene is vibrant, diverse, and has deep roots,” Craig Hauschildt, Executive Director of Houston Theater District said in a statement.
Houston city leaders and company executives are coming together to unveil new plans to reinvent downtown Houston’s convention district.
A worker was taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital, but is expected to be ok after scaffolding collapsed at a building in downtown Houston.
Houston offers a vibrant array of events in January, including Bumper Cars on Ice at Discovery Green, the Tony Award-winning "The Book of Mormon" at the Hobby Center, and the Bridal Extravaganza at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
A Houston restaurant is facing a lawsuit, accused of serving alcohol in excess to the driver found to be at-fault in a deadly 2023 crash in downtown.
First responders have recovered the body of a man from Buffalo Bayou after authorities say he fell to his death in Downtown Houston Monday.
“Art Club is a fusion of an art museum, performing arts venue, and entertainment facility," Kirby Liu, founder of Art Club and Director at POST said. "By melding these elements together, our goal is to establish a new museum and nightlife destination unlike anything the city has seen before.”
The Harris County District Courts are reportedly being evacuated after there was a fire on one of the floors.
After Houston Mayor John Whitmire outlined his plan to reduce homelessness in the city Thursday, another organization is also bringing awareness about the issue.
90s kids, gather round and mark your calendars for December 6-8 as Nostalgiacon allows you to bring out your inner child and see the icons behind your favorite shows growing up.
Investigators said a security guard asked a woman to leave the downtown premises, and when officers caught up to her, another man approached them.
Houston businesses are honoring Veterans Day with various deals and freebies for veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star families.
The KPRC 2 Storm Tracker Team is delivering live updates as storms progress through the Houston area.
Can’t make it to the festival? The YETI Culinary Stage cooking demos will be livestreamed on KPRC 2+ starting at 4:30 p.m. The demonstrations will be hosted by chef, YouTube personality, and New York Times bestselling author Brad Leone.
A California-based parking company, Metropolis, which manages several parking garages and lots in Houston, is under fire for allegedly tricking drivers into paying exorbitant fees.
Drivers coming in from Baytown, headed to downtown, look for a different route as an 18-wheeler crash is causing several shutdowns.
Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Houston next week to attend Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s funeral, the White House announced Saturday.
KPRC 2 gives you an exclusive first look at the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl across the Houston area. Our viewers have submitted incredible photos showcasing the storm's impact through Click2Pins. Submit your photos and join the conversation.
Earlier this month, the Houston BCycle bike sharing service announced that it would be closing on June 30. As that day approaches, the City of Houston has begun the process of collecting all the bikes.
Bruce Butler, 37, is charged with capital murder. He is accused of shooting and killing Richard Nugent, 38, and RJ Lewis, 66, on June 2.
Houston PD Lt. Willkens said a woman he described as "highly intoxicated" sideswiped another vehicle and when that driver confronted her, she started shooting at them through her vehicle.
Join the Houston Life team in exploring Houston’s connection to Juneteenth with a trip to The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park in Downtown Houston.