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Crime Stoppers gives social media safety tips to keep children safe from online predators
Read full article: Crime Stoppers gives social media safety tips to keep children safe from online predatorsA man was arrested and charged with three counts of sexual assault of a child after detectives say he made arrangements to meet with juveniles through social media.
LET’S HIT THE BEACH!😎 Galveston Island is back OPEN to visitors following Hurricane Beryl 🏖️
Read full article: LET’S HIT THE BEACH!😎 Galveston Island is back OPEN to visitors following Hurricane Beryl 🏖️Galveston Island is BACK OPEN following Hurricane Beryl which wreaked havoc across the Houston area, particularly impacting the coast.
Is Owen Conflenti really that funny? Answers to that and other FAQs from KPRC 2 anchor Sofia Ojeda
Read full article: Is Owen Conflenti really that funny? Answers to that and other FAQs from KPRC 2 anchor Sofia OjedaKPRC 2 News Today anchor Sofia Ojeda answers the most common questions she hears from our viewers!
How low-income families can apply for $500 monthly assistance through Uplift Harris program this Friday
Read full article: How low-income families can apply for $500 monthly assistance through Uplift Harris program this FridayHarris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, County Judge Lina Hidalgo and Harris County Public Health Executive Director Barbie Robinson will discuss Uplift Harris a day before eligible households can start applying for the guaranteed income program.
HTX Clay is Houston’s newest artist-founded and female-owned ceramic studio
Read full article: HTX Clay is Houston’s newest artist-founded and female-owned ceramic studioThe owners and founders of HTX Clay joined Owen and Sofia to talk all things pottery, and making a ceramic arts community in Houston.
Owen Conflenti’s 12 finest TikTok videos
Read full article: Owen Conflenti’s 12 finest TikTok videosKPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti is the king of TikTok at KPRC 2. He embraced the social media platform in its early days and has gone viral more than a time or two as he has unleashed his quirky, fun side in the mornings.
Make a cloud: KPRC 2′s Anthony Yanez shows a fun scientific demo you’ll want to do with your kids
Read full article: Make a cloud: KPRC 2′s Anthony Yanez shows a fun scientific demo you’ll want to do with your kidsKPRC 2 meteorologist Anthony Yanez shared with anchor Owen Conflenti how he makes a cloud for his science demonstrations on school visits in the Houston area.
College keeps getting more expensive. That’s why it’s important to start planning now.
Read full article: College keeps getting more expensive. That’s why it’s important to start planning now.Local financial professional Ryan Wheless from Allied Wealth joined KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Amy Davis on KPRC 2+ Friday to share his insights on 529 savings plans for education costs. Watch the full interview in the segment at the top of the page.
It’s home renovation season! Here’s how to stay calm through your next big improvement project
Read full article: It’s home renovation season! Here’s how to stay calm through your next big improvement projectBetter weather, longer days and more schedule flexibility means home improvement season is here.
VIDEO: What you need to know about maintaining your home
Read full article: VIDEO: What you need to know about maintaining your homeThe last two years have seen a record-high surge in people seeking their first homes, with first-time homeowners making up more than a third (34%) of all homebuyers in the last year. However, house hunting, down payments, and closing costs are just the beginning of the journey.
Americans ready to travel this summer
Read full article: Americans ready to travel this summerAfter pandemic-related restrictions and cancellations, Americans are ready to travel this summer. Travel expert Jen Catto joined KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ to discuss the summer travel season.
May is National Stroke Awareness Month
Read full article: May is National Stroke Awareness MonthDr. Hormozd Bozorgchami, an interventional neurologist with Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Group in The Woodlands joined KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti on KPRC 2+ to discuss National Stroke Awareness Month. Dr. Bozorgchami also serves as St. Luke’s Health-The Woodlands Hospital’s stroke director.
VIDEO: Cutting-edge technology being used to make homes smarter and safer
Read full article: VIDEO: Cutting-edge technology being used to make homes smarter and saferVivint Smart Home expert Kristen Kenney joins KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ Tuesday to talk about the cutting-edge technology being used to make homes smarter and safer.
Texas Crab Festival celebrating 37 years of music, art and crabs
Read full article: Texas Crab Festival celebrating 37 years of music, art and crabsThe 37th annual Texas Crab Festival is happening this weekend at Crystal Beach. Crab Festival Spokesperson Barbara Robertson joined KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ Friday to discuss the event.
Mixed messages on pandemic, face masks a source anxiety for some
Read full article: Mixed messages on pandemic, face masks a source anxiety for someElizabeth McIngvale, Director at McLean OCD Institute Houston, joins KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ to discuss the anxieties some people suffer while trying to navigate mixed messaging about face masks and COVID-19.
National Infertility Awareness Week held to destigmatize struggles to build a family
Read full article: National Infertility Awareness Week held to destigmatize struggles to build a familyReproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist Dr. James Nodler of CCRM Fertility joins KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ to discuss infertility during National Infertility Awareness Week (April 24-30).
How to keep pets protected against heartworm disease
Read full article: How to keep pets protected against heartworm diseaseDr. Brendan Sullivan, the Veterinary Operations Director at Harris County Pets, joins KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti and Lisa Hernandez on KPRC 2+ to share how pet owners can keep their pets safe from heartworm disease.
Long-time meteorologist Anthony Yanez officially welcomed back in first day back at KPRC 2
Read full article: Long-time meteorologist Anthony Yanez officially welcomed back in first day back at KPRC 2The excitement and anticipation have been building up, but Monday was Anthony Yanez's official first day back reunited with KPRC 2 and forecasting the weather for the Houston faithful.
See how it works: KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti is testing a pocket-sized digital breathalyzer
Read full article: See how it works: KPRC 2′s Owen Conflenti is testing a pocket-sized digital breathalyzerNobody wants to do an alcohol breath test with police, on the side of the road. But how about doing one on your own, to test yourself?
Here’s why KPRC 2 men are growing their facial hair this month
Read full article: Here’s why KPRC 2 men are growing their facial hair this monthHOUSTON – If you’ve seen our newscasts lately, you may have noticed something different from the men at KPRC 2. Scroll to the bottom to support the No-Shave November campaignThey are participating in No-Shave November, a month-long journey to spark conversation and raise cancer awareness. This year, in addition to growing out their facial hair, they are raising money for the cause. You can either donate to the team as a whole or donate to your favorite KPRC 2 team member. Traditionally, for No-Shave November, all facial hair is grown.
20 Test It Tuesday & As Seen On moments Amy Davis will never forget: These are her hand-picked favorites
Read full article: 20 Test It Tuesday & As Seen On moments Amy Davis will never forget: These are her hand-picked favoritesHOUSTON KPRC 2 Consumer Expert Amy Davis is looking back at her favorite moments from her Test It Tuesday and As Seen On segments from the past several years. Lets look back at some of Davis top 20 moments below:See all of the moments in full below. This product, claims to chill any products without any ice is only two pounds! From the makers of Hurricane Spin Mop, and Hurricane Spin Brush, the Hurricane Spin Broom does the work. This product claims to inflate tires, balls, air mattresses in a pinch.
Get2Know KPRC 2’s Lisa Hernandez | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Read full article: Get2Know KPRC 2’s Lisa Hernandez | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Get2Know KPRC 2’s Lisa Hernandez | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: June 12, 2020, 1:54 pmYou might have seen a familiar face back on Houston airwaves this month. Lisa Hernandez has joined the KPRC 2 family! After taking a little break to spend some quality time with her family, she's returned to the anchor desk as part of the KPRC 2 News Today team. She revealed to Houston Life how is her life at home and how she stays fit.
Lisa Hernandez to co-anchor KPRC 2 morning newscast
Read full article: Lisa Hernandez to co-anchor KPRC 2 morning newscastLisa Hernandez is joining the KPRC 2 News Today team. She will co-anchor with Owen Conflenti and join Britta Merwin, Amy Davis, Haley Hernandez (no relation) and Anavid Reyes in getting Houstonians ready for the day. “I always believed Lisa was meant to be on KPRC 2 and we are thrilled that she was excited to join our team,” said KPRC 2 Vice President/General Manager Jerry Martin. Hernandez is a familiar face in Houston; she served as a KHOU anchor for eight years. Hernandez moved to Houston in 2011.
KPRC 2 Kids Storytime on World Autism Awareness Day
Read full article: KPRC 2 Kids Storytime on World Autism Awareness DayHOUSTON – April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day and KPRC 2 is once again proud to partner with Autism Speaks to help support families across the Houston area. Today as part of World Autism Awareness Day, KPRC2 Owen Conflenti is reading a book written by a local mom and illustrated by her son who is an award-winning artist and advocate for others on the autism spectrum like himself. Big thanks to Jigsaw Grant and LongTale Publishing for allowing us to share the book “Grant the Jigsaw Giraffe: Different is More” with you today. Autism Speaks Houston. KPRC 2 meteorologist Britta Merwin also interviewed Grant and his mom in order to help raise additional awareness about autism in the month of April.
As Seen On TV Tuesday: Is Air Dragon portable air compressor really 'lightning fast?'
Read full article: As Seen On TV Tuesday: Is Air Dragon portable air compressor really 'lightning fast?'Filling up your tires, inflatable toys, air mattresses and balls, air compressors can come in handy when you're on the go. The Air Dragon portable air compressor is $39.99. He took about 20 pounds of air out of a tire on his SUV and then unboxed the Air Dragon. The directions say you should not run the Air Dragon for more than 15 minutes at a time because it can overheat. "The powerful, hand held air compressor that fills up tires and everything else lightning fast," says the announcer in the commercial.