As the federal government raises new questions about the integrity of SNAP benefits, one Brazoria County community isn’t waiting for Washington to fix it.

H-E-B announced a $6 million donation to help feed Texans. The company is giving $5 million to food banks across the state and another $1 million to Meals on Wheels programs that serve homebound seniors.

As Houston families grapple with stubborn grocery inflation, even small price differences add up fast.

The trio made their way directly into a jewelry repair and sales shop inside the store, where police said one of them pepper-sprayed an employee while the others broke display cases and stole jewelry and watches.

Houston floral champion Ace Berry shares easy, budget-friendly tips for creating stunning DIY bouquets using flowers from HEB.

Few institutions are more revered in the Houston area than the H-E-B grocery store chain. When you’re in Texas, you don’t want to get caught messing with your local H-E-B.

H-E-B will distribute 274,000 reusable bags on Earth Day, April 22, at all its locations, continuing its tradition since 2008 of giving away over 3.2 million bags.

A single mother of three was left trying to figure out how she was going to put food on the table this month after her SNAP benefits were stolen.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says a manufacturing defect found on some canned tuna sold at H-E-B, Kroger, and Walmart in Texas could lead to a deadly foodborne illness.

In celebration of its 120th anniversary, H-E-B is offering 120 Texans the chance to win free groceries for a year through its Big Game sweepstakes.

Police say Bradley Richardson turned himself in and faces a felony theft charge.

A suspect known as the "Grinch" was arrested at an HEB store in Cypress for causing a disturbance.

Several shots were fired at a HEB in Sugar Land after an armored truck was robbed, according to the Sugar Land Police Department.

H-E-B is rolling out its long-awaited tap-to-pay services across all its stores. H-E-B is rolling out its long-awaited tap-to-pay services across all its stores.

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Kroger and H-E-B are stepping up to help Texans restock their fridges. Kroger is offering $10 off a $100 purchase through July 23 with their Kroger Plus Card. Meanwhile, H-E-B is providing a 10% discount on all frozen food items, including ice, until July 21 at select locations.

Someone from Mexico won more than $1 million on a winning Texas Two Step ticket purchased at an HEB store in South Texas.

H-E-B has issued a voluntary recall for 12-count packages of 3-ounce cups of Creamy Creations ice cream in certain flavors for the potential that there could be metal inside.

The World Youth Foundation hosted its 33rd Annual Seeds of Gratitude celebration in Houston on Sunday.

A man has been charged with deadly conduct after the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said he accidentally fired a gun he had dropped in a store.

Wednesday is July 13rd, also know as 7-1-3 day in Houston. Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life we’re celebrating a trifecta that makes Houston magical. See what happens when Aussie Melanie Camp visits Buc-ee’s for the first time, or strolls the aisles of H-E-B. Plus she dines at Whataburger with a couple that is collectively 178 years old. They’ve made it their daily ritual to eat at the restaurant. They’ve been there over 1,000 times. That’s all Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.

If you miss a segment of Houston Life Wine Club Poured by H-E-B, or if you’re simply looking for the name of a wine you saw recently, you’ll find it on this list.

One hundred underserved children enjoyed a free ice skating party at the 6th annual H-E-B Year of Joy Event Tuesday afternoon.

Texans’ cultish love for H‑E‑B is an unparalleled romance for the ages. Time after time, whether it be its response to a statewide disaster or merely the release of a quirky new Texas-inspired product, the Lone Star State’s beloved grocery chain has upheld it’s snappy slogan, ”No Store Does More.” For many, the grocery chain can do no wrong -- especially when it comes to its many in-house products.

H-E-B announced the removal of certain products in its stores after Tyson Foods Inc. recalled nearly 8.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken products that were possibly contaminated with listeria.

Texas-based HEB is looking to hire 150 full-time employees right now as selectors in its warehouse on the northwest side of Houston. Like hundreds of other employers, HEB is sweetening the pot.

HOUSTON – HEB and Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church hosted a vaccine clinic in Third Ward Wednesday afternoon. This stop is part of an initiative HEB is working on to help bring vaccines to areas that may have low access. After a quick moment in line and a temperature check, community members like Valerie Clay were one step closer to beating COVID-19. The church teamed up with HEB to provide 240 doses of the Moderna vaccine. Last week, HEB teamed up with the Tejano Center to provide vaccines to people in the Gulfgate community.

KATY – Investigators need the public’s help in identifying a vehicle and the suspected driver in connection with an aggravated robbery of a woman in Katy. Deputies said the man raised his shirt and showed the woman a pistol. The woman then gave the suspect money from her purse, according to deputies. The man fled the scene in a white-colored, four-door sedan, possibly a Toyota Avalon, with a black spare tire on the left passenger side. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to call the Harris County Sheriff’s Office at 713-221-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477.

The San Antonio Zoo is celebrating the hard work of H-E-B employees with an opportunity to unwind after a wild year. As a part of its H-E-B Partners Appreciation Week, the zoo is offering H-E-B employees free admission from March 20-28. Additionally, each employee can receive 50% off standard admission for up to four guests on the day of their visit. To redeem the offer, the San Antonio Zoo requires current H-E-B employees to present a valid and current H-E-B ID. “H-E-B has also been a longtime supporter of San Antonio Zoo and by sponsoring our additional hand sanitizing stations through this pandemic has helped us to operate in the most safe way possible.”

HOUSTON – 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.

HOUSTON – With the extended freeze expected next week, many are turning to grocery stores to get last-minute supplies and food to ride out the storm. Stores like the HEB in Montrose have been packed. “There’s a lot of energy in the store,” said HEB store leader Jeff Ditges. “Tons of people coming in and out.”“Yesterday we shipped more cases out of our warehouses than any other day in HEB history bigger than Thanksgiving, bigger than Christmas,” McClelland said. There’s a relationship between bad weather and people wanting us to deliver to them not wanting to get out of the car.

HOUSTON – Some of the major pharmacies such as CVS, Walgreens and HEB in Houston plan to have vaccines available to the general public by springtime. Families could be making their way to their local pharmacy for a COVID-19 vaccine by March or early April. HEB has been working on plans for COVID-19 vaccine distributions for months. CVS stated that they plan to have COVID-19 vaccines available to the public by March, as well, at every one of their locations. Once it’s available to the public at CVS, Walgreens or HEB, it will be at no cost to customers.

In light of a chaotic year, Texas grocery giant H-E-B is being recognized for its adaptability and emergency preparedness in response to the coronavirus pandemic. H-E-B has been named “Grocer of the Year” by Grocery Dive, an industry publication, KPRC 2′s sister-station KSAT reports. As the pandemic continues and the number of cases across Texas increases, H-E-B continues towards keeping its shelves well-stocked for shoppers. The publication also recognized the Texas-based grocer’s early emergency preparedness beginning in January before the coronavirus became a major issue in the U.S. Click here for the full report from Grocery Dive.

HOUSTON – Local pharmacies were getting prepared to start COVID-19 immunizations. The CDC has partnered with Walgreens and CVS to vaccinate residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. When vaccines are available for wider distribution, all CVS pharmacies will have them. “We have 285 pharmacies, we have over 800 people who can give shots and we can give our a flu shot today,” said McClelland. Pharmacies said they have qualified people to give vaccinations and they’ve visited nursing and long-term care facilities in the past to vaccinate patients.

HOUSTON – Have you been trying to stay stocked with household necessities in 2020? Several grocery stores are limiting the number of products customers can purchase per visit. At all HEB stores, customers can purchase a maximum of two items for brisket, disinfecting and antibacterial sprays and wipes, Hydrogen peroxide, rubbing (Isopropyl) alcohol and first aid and cleaning Gloves. While Kroger has instituted limits of two for products like bath tissue, paper towels, disinfecting wipes and hand soap, according to CNN. These product limits are to ensure all customers have access to the products they need.

HOUSTON – The coronavirus pandemic pushed many families to try grocery delivery services for the first time. For instance, we wanted 1 pound of bananas but not every service makes it easy to specify 1 banana or 1 pound of bananas. When one store delivered far more bananas and 18 eggs instead of a dozen, it messed up the sample. In these instances, we threw those items out of our test, counting only the same items from store to store. This makes it easier for you to see which store charges more for certain items as well as the varying delivery fees.

H-E-B employees are being awarded for their hard work yet again. According to KSAT, KPRC’s sister station, H-E-B is awarding all of its partners with $500 bonuses as a thank you for facing “each obstacle with grace, compassion, strength, and resilience” in 2020. The Texas-based company notified KSAT regarding the bonuses on Wednesday and said all full-time and part-time H-E-B employees will receive the bonus via direct deposit on Friday. H-E-B President Craig Boyan released the following statement:“At H-E-B, our success starts with our people. Our Partners continue to raise the bar in pursuit of excellence, uplifting and inspiring people across our great state and beyond.

CEDAR PARK, Texas – A Texas woman recorded herself having a “panic attack” at an H-E-B in Cedar Park, Texas near Austin after she claims employees refused to check out her groceries as she was not wearing a mask in violation of store policy. The undated video was posted on the “public freakout” subreddit after the woman went on Facebook Live about the incident. In the video, the woman said she complained to a store manager after she said she was harassed by customers about not wearing a mask. The woman also said she has anxiety and PTSD. Watch the full video below:

Blasting Ariana Grandes Sweetener, we always wanted to make the short drive worthwhile, but what we were truly interested in was the destinationour local H-E-B. As wed sing along, the glowing lights of UTs campus would dim, and the tower would fade from sight. Thats how we knew we were in Austins Hancock neighborhood, seemingly worlds away from the student-filled streets of West Campus. On a normal trip, Selam and I could stay up to three hours in the store just hanging out. Recently, Selam and I havent been able to take part in our joint trips to H-E-B because of the pandemic.

HOUSTON Listen up, teachers: H-E-B has a coupon for 15% off school and office supplies, worth up to $50. Heres how teachers can claim their coupon for fall 2020:Register at heb.com/teachers before 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 27. Eligible teachers will receive a 15% off coupon in email. Redeem the coupon in H-E-B stores through Sept. 1 on select school supplies and office items for a maximum savings allowance of $50. The coupon is eligible on school and office supplies including pens, pencils, notebooks, crayons, markers, colored pencils, highlighters, folders, paper, portfolios, binders, art supplies, glue, construction paper, dry erase, office accessories and more.

H-E-B has issued a recall for gallon-size Hill Country Fare brand juices for the potential presence of a milk allergen. According to H-E-B, there have been no reported illnesses related to this recall. The recall notice includes Hill Country Fare Pink Lemonade, Citrus Punch, Fruit Drink and Grape Drink purchased at H-E-B stores in Texas and Mexico, and Joe Vs and Mi Tienda stores. H-E-B reports all affected products has been removed from store shelves. HCF Pink Lemonade Gallon 8/1/2020HCF Citrus Punch Gallon 9/30/2020 and 10/1/2020HCF Fruit Drink Gallon 8/1/2020 and 8/2/2020HCF Grape Drink Gallon 8/2/2020Recalled products can be returned to the store for a full refund.

As Texas starts to experience the second peak in COVID-19 infections, H-E-B shoppers are calling on the company to do its part in limiting the spread of the virus by mandating its mask policy again. A petition created by David Spener on Change.org explains that the Texas-based supermarket dropped the requirement for shoppers to wear a mask because Gov. Greg Abbott has not granted local governments the power to legally require people in public places to wear masks, according to H-E-B representatives. Speners argument is that H-E-B, a private company, has the right to require its customers to wear masks in their stores. The petition demanding H-E-B reinstate its mask policy for the benefit of its partners, shoppers, and the wider public in Texas, has garnered nearly 40,000 signatures as of Wednesday.

HOUSTON – Here’s your chance to interact with a grocery store executive to gain insight on how H-E-B runs their business and the innovations they’ve made in light of the coronavirus pandemic. H-E-B Houston Executive Vice President Armando Perez will be joining KPRC 2’s evening anchor Kris Gutierrez for this intimate discussion via Zoom on Wednesday, June 17 with a limited number of KPRC 2 viewers selected to participate. Share your observations and ideas and get inspired as you learn something new about this Texas institution! WATCH: Ask 2 Live chat brings KPRC 2 anchors and fans togetherTo apply for consideration to participate in this Ask 2 LIVE Zoom event, please enter below. Anyone selected to participate will be notified by email or phone on June 16.

Published: May 3, 2020, 11:15 am Updated: May 3, 2020, 11:24 amKiran’s Indian fine dining restaurant is partnering with H-E-B to bring customers some of its signature chef-prepared meals at home. In April, H-E-B launched a new program to help Houston restaurants by selling ready-made meals in stores during dining room closures. [RELATED: H-E-B selling ready-made meals from Houston restaurants during COVID-19 crisis ]Through the program, select H-E-B stores sold chef-prepared meals on behalf of the restaurants which were closed due to the coronavirus outbreak. Kiran’s is preparing five of its signature dishes — chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, palak paneer, daal makhni, and saffron rice pulao — to be sold at H-E-B. The chef-prepared meals can be found in the Meal Simple section at H-E-B stores in West University, Third Ward, Sienna Plantation, Sugar Land, Spring Branch/Memorial and Central Market.

Days after lifting restrictions on purchasing limits on grocery items like meat products, H-E-B announced a return of those restrictions for certain stores across Texas. Stores in San Antonio, Central Texas, the Gulf Coast, the border region and some West Texas and North Texas towns will be subject to the reinstated purchase limits, which restrict purchases on ground beef and chicken, beef, pork and turkey. Customers can only buy two packages of ground beef each, and a combined total of two packages of any other listed meat product. In Houston, as well as much of West and Central Texas, customers are limited to four packages of ground beef and chicken each, and two packages of brisket each. In a press release, H-E-B said supply chains are strong and the restrictions are “a proven way to ensure the best service and product availability for all customers."

SAN ANTONIO – Another H-E-B partner has tested positive for COVID-19, according to H-E-B store officials. According to KSAT, officials reported the employee worked at the location at 9255 FM 471 West, near the Grissom and Tezel intersection. This is the second employee who has tested positive for the virus in San Antonio, an H-E-B spokesperson told KSAT. Another case was announced Saturday afternoon and the company says the COVID-19 positive partner works at the H-E-B Plus store, located on Bandera Road at Loop 1604 in San Antonio. H-E-B also confirmed that an employee at the store on the Northwest Freeway and Barker Cypress in Cypress had also tested positive for COVID-19.

H-E-B wants to reassure its customers that just because they are continuing to see empty shelves at several of its stores, that doesn’t mean some of their products are gone for good. Many customers have expressed concerns to H-E-B about the possibility of them running out of supplies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to store officials. H-E-B’s President, Craig Boyan, has more on what we're doing with surges of demand on products, and how we’re working around the clock to get products to Texans as fast as possible.https://t.co/t8gzB5sQxk — H-E-B (@HEB) March 28, 2020In toilet paper products alone, H-E-B says it sold in two weeks what it would normally sell in two months. H-E-B is urging customers not to panic and not to hoard items. We’re doing all we can to get more products to Texas and faster," said H-E-B officials in a video.

Over the last few weeks, grocery stores like H-E-B have witnessed an increased number of shoppers stocking up on items in face of the coronavirus pandemic. Even with all hands on deck, extra help by customers is appreciated, the store says. Whether it’s helping to bag your own groceries to speed up the line or returning your shopping cart to the front of the store, every bit makes a difference, H-E-B says. Here are the little tasks customers can do to help make shopping during times like these a little easier on everyone:

SAN ANTONIO – H-E-B stores across Texas are working to #SlowtheSpread of COVID-19 — that’s why stores are now offering free, next-day curbside ordering for grocery shoppers. Social distancing is one of the methods public health officials are recommending to keep coronavirus exposure at bay between citizens, especially for seniors and others with underlying health conditions. H-E-B said in a Twitter thread that in order to promote social distancing and limit exposure, the grocery chain is now implementing free, next day curbside ordering to further help its customers stay safe from the virus. Social distancing is important to help #SlowtheSpreadTexas. H-E-B is working with local non-profits and Texas food banks to “get products to those who need it the most," the company said in a Tweet.

Walmart has made more changes to the operating hours of its stores in an effort to keep shelves stocked. Starting Thursday, stores will operate from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Stores that open later than 7 will open at their regular time, Smith said. The hour will be on Tuesdays and will start one hour before stores open. Earlier this week, H-E-B and Kroger both announced they were adjusting their in-store hours because of the coronavirus. • Clean commonly used areas more often, including cashier stations, self-checkouts, credit card terminals, conveyor belts and food service counters, and cleaning shelves when restocking products.

KATY, Texas – Texas grocery store chain H-E-B has promised customers they will replenish their shelves after customers cleared them amid fear of the coronavirus outbreak. H-E-B said they have prepared for the coronavirus for several months and that the stores are in a “strong position” to keep replenishing the shelves. “Customers should not panic, we have the ability to restock shelves and encourage our customers to remain calm. H-E-B partners are ready to help Texas slow the spread,” a news release said. Full Screen 1 / 4 Texas grocery store chain H-E-B has promised customers they will replenish their shelves after customers cleared them amid fear of the coronavirus outbreak.

Cookin' Time with H-E-B: Lent and seafood cookingPublished: March 12, 2020, 12:15 pmHere are the yummy recipes from the kitchens of H-E-B that you saw featured on KPRC2 News Midday.

HOUSTON – Retailers are struggling to keep up with the run on supplies people are buying amid the coronavirus crisis. HEB's Scott McClelland shared some advice to help you get your 14-day supply together in case of a quarantine. Arriving first thing in the morning will mean employees have just replenished supplies. Store employees told us they are trying to reserve some inventory for curbside customers. You may have to gather supplies in two or three trips.

Cookin’ Time With H-E-B: Stay warm with these cook-well soupsPublished: February 20, 2020, 12:06 pmHere are the yummy recipes from the kitchens of H-E-B that you saw featured on KPRC2 News Midday.

HOUSTON – Texas-based grocer H-E-B opened its H-E-B MacGregor Market in Houston’s Third Ward on Wednesday at 6 a.m. at the intersection of N. MacGregor Way and State Highway 288. In a news release, H-E-B touted its healthy food choices for the neighborhood, as well as curbside pick-up, and home delivery for the 90,000-square-foot location. H-E-B says the store has been in the works for the neighborhood since 2014, and has been under construction since February. “This H-E-B store has been in the making for some time now, and we are thrilled to put our roots down on this historic corner of Houston,” said Winell Herron, H-E-B’s Group VP for Public Affairs, Diversity and Environmental Affairs. “Thanks to the diligent work of the City of Houston, the Houston Housing Finance Corporation, community supporters and our H-E-B team, we are honored to be an even bigger and better part of this neighborhood.”H-E-B, which is based in San Antonio, says it operates more than 400 stores in Texas and Mexico.

HEB provided this recipe for a taste barbecue chicken pizza during their weekly Cookin' Time With HEB segment on KPRC2. Ingredients1 Pre prepared pizza crust1 small bag of fully cooked HEB chicken fajitas, cut into bite size pieces1/2 jar BTG traditional BBQ sauce1 fresh mozzarella, sliced1 small red onion, thin slices1 jar Byers candied JalapenoDirectionsPreheat oven on 400 degreesHeat up chicken according to directions and cut into bites size pieces. Slice mozzarella and place all over pizza crust. Mix chicken with BBQ sauce and top cheese.

Mummy DogsPreparation Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 10 minutesServes 4-61 package HEB Cranberry Smoked Sausage1 tube of crescent dough1 cup Roberts Reserve Cran Razz Sauce1. Ganache Pudding TombstonesPreparation Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 10 minutesServes 4-61 package jello instant pudding or prepared pudding cups4 Oreo cookies crushed4 small Graham crackers½ cup Oh My Ganache White icing1. Prepare pudding according to package directions, scoop into small cup to chill. Stick tombstones in back side of pudding cup, sprinkle oreos in front. Just put a couple of tablespoons of icing in one corner and cut a very small tip of the bag.

bag Louisiana Crawfish Boil Mix12 ears of corn2 lbs. smoked sausage (cut into 1 inch pieces)3 lemons, halved2 head garlic, halved4 onions, halved4 celery stalks1 lb. HEB unsalted butterDirections:In a large boiling pot, bring vegetables and seasonings to a boil about 15 to 20 minutes. Add crawfish and bring back to a boil. Boil crawfish for 10 minutes.

HOUSTON – Jeans sold at HEB and Meijer stores across the country have been recalled because of a choking hazard. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Falls Creek Kids infant and toddler denim jeans for boys and girls have been voluntarily recalled because the snap on the front of the jeans may come loose and separate from the fabric. The recalled jeans with or without a pink star or heart graphic design stitched on the outside front and back of the jeans. The recalled jeans were sold from June through November at a price of about $12. Anyone who has the recalled jeans should return them to the store of purchase to receive a full refund.