Summer is in full effect, and with travel plans underway, a recent survey revealed you might not have to travel too far!

Currently, there are no state ordinances which regulate temperatures inside hospitals.

Summer break doesn't have to mean the kiddos slipping into bad habits. Mom and entrepreneur Chantell Preston joins us with a few fun, low-stress ways to keep your kids engaged while strengthening your bond as a family.

As Houston’s heat intensifies, Star of Hope is urgently asking for bottled water donations to support the city’s homeless community. From shelter residents to those still living on the streets, every bottle helps meet a critical need during the hottest months of the year.

"Lunches of Love" in Rosenberg feeds about 1, 800 children every single day during the entire summer and 2,500 kids every weekend during the school year at 38 Lamar Consolidated Schools. However, the nonprofit is in danger of falling behind. Here's how you can help!

From June 16 to June 20, participating Chick-fil-A restaurants in Houston are offering a free 3-count Chick-n-Strips entrée to customers who use the Chick-fil-A App with location services enabled or place a mobile order.

Fun day at Houston Life never fails.... tag along with Derrick and Tessa on a Houston Life game called Hou Guessed it, perfect mixture of fun and chaos for the summertime!

Home improvement and Lifestyle expert Kathryn Emery is a busy mom and career woman, so she knows just how valuable it is to save time, money, and leave some room for relaxation. Today she's sharing some of her top product picks to help you tackle your to-do list so you can kick back and enjoy the summer.

Tessa visited Go Ape Zipline and Adventure park, but it's more than that. She found out why it might be the perfect place where families, friends, and teammates can come together to face challenges together, celebrate wins, and reconnect with nature.

Discover volunteer programs for teens in Houston this summer.

Summer is here. Have you noticed an influx of bees and mosquitoes in our area? If so, here are some tips and tricks on how to keep them away and out of your home.

Need summer plans? 🍿🎥🥤 Consider going to the movies and seeing some fan-favorites returning at AMC Theaters!

The new motorized bumper boats and clear, LED lit kayaks just launched at the park, and guests bump around with friends — no experience needed!

Free meals, no sign-up! Katy ISD is serving up breakfast and lunch for kids 18 and under at select campuses.

As you’re coming up with summer plans, here’s another reason why you might want to consider adding Great Wolf Lodge to your list!

🏖️😎 Houston was not named among the top 20, but at least two Texas cities made the top 10! Where is YOUR favorite summer destination in Texas?

Summer is here, and if you’re trying to get away from the intense Texas heat, we won’t blame you. But we will if you don’t take advantage of some money-saving resources.

Starbucks has introduced a limited-edition summer menu featuring the new Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso and the returning Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers Beverages.

Summer is here and with it are “feels like” temperatures climbing well above 100° F.

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

As temperatures soar in Houston this week, finding ways to stay cool becomes essential. Having access to air-conditioned spaces is essential to your safety when the temperatures encroach upon the triple digits,

With the summer heat at its peak in the Houston area, it is important to know the signs of heat-related illnesses.

The color of your child’s swimsuit can play a huge role in preventing drowning incidents, according to a study.

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

Warm temperatures and abundant sunshine have been the trend the past couple of days and for the month, so does this mean we are getting a taste of summer at the start of May?

Spring has sprung, and we know you can feel the temps rising. Have you thought about the last time you checked on your HVAC system? We talked to Seth Mapp with Champion & Nash HVAC about what you should be doing now before that H-Town heat rolls through. Call or go online to book your HVAC tune-up for just $69. Houston Life viewers who mention this segment can get $10 off with everything you need for just $59.

Typhoon Texas is hiring over 1,000 employees for its 10th summer season in Houston, offering positions in various departments such as water safety, food and beverage, admissions, park services, and maintenance.

A cold front is stuck across the middle of SE Texas and temperatures are divided between spring and summer for most of the area!

Is your house already decorated for Halloween? If so, we want to see your home!

A small gesture can go a long way.

If this is your first full summer in Southeast Texas, congratulations! You’ve almost made it to the beginning of the end.

With the summer heat at its peak in the Houston area, it is important to know the signs of heat-related illnesses.

Beat the heat this summer at Children's Museum Houston. For National Ice Cream Day they're teaching the kiddos how to make homemade ice cream and showing them a fun chemical reaction experiment!

With crystal-clear blue water, white sand beaches and water activities, this is perfect spot to cool down with the whole fam!

Galveston Island is BACK OPEN following Hurricane Beryl which wreaked havoc across the Houston area, particularly impacting the coast.

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock, Texas founded National Waterpark Day back in 2017. To celebrate, they're offering some great discounts and deals for the whole family to cool off this summer.

Tourism numbers are back to pre-pandemic levels, and it’s those legendary shows that remain the town’s biggest draw. We got a comprehensive guide to entertainment in Las Vegas with our travel guy Gabe Saglie.

If you find yourself kicking off the covers at night, you're sleeping too hot. If you toss and turn all night, you're not comfortable on your mattress. But what if you toss and turn and you wake up uncovered? That's when it's time to visit the experts at Texas Mattress Makers.

Despite everyone and their mom cranking up the A/C during the brutal summer heat, WalletHub says Texas has the 4th lowest energy costs in the country.

Summer is here and with it are “feels like” temperatures climbing well above 100° F.

Have some fun in the sun at Moody Gardens! While the adults are relaxing at the Galveston Wine Festival, the kids can experience new animal encounters at the aquarium pyramid.

Adventure begins at your library. That’s the theme for this year’s summer reading program with the Harris County Public Library (HCPL). Readers of all ages are encouraged to join the reading challenge, where they can read books to earn prizes.

Summer in Houston can be challenging due to high temperatures and humidity, but several strategies can help residents stay cool.

The summer months are in full swing, and Houstonians everywhere are dealing with the intense triple-digit temperatures that southeast Texas has become notorious for.

Travel expert and Travelzoo Senior Editor Gabe Saglie is checking out some of the newest attractions and adventures you can enjoy at Walt Disney World in Florida. The park is so popular an estimated 35,000 people are expected to visit Disney World every day this summer. Watch the video to see Gabe's reaction while riding Tiana's Bayou Adventure -- Disney's newest ride that will have you splish splashin'!

🌞 Happy Summer Solstice! 🌞Today marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere as the sun shines directly over the Tropic of Cancer. In Houston, we enjoy over 14 hours of sunshine today! While it's felt like summer for a while, we officially welcome astronomical summer with open arms.Enjoy the sunshine and share your summer plans with us! ☀️

Watching the Galapagos Tortoises cool down with showers may be the cutest thing you’ve ever seen!

Discover the summer must-haves for moms in the sweltering heat, ensuring you and your family stay cool, calm, and collected all summer long!

The kids are finally out and about for the summer. Whether they're hanging with friends at home or spending time on the water, CPR and Safety Lady Gail Gould gave us some essential tips you can share with them in case of an emergency. Gould also had tips for your babysitter to give you some peace of mind.

If you thought Friday was hot in the Houston area, brace yourself—the heat and humidity will continue to build through the weekend, and our “feels like” temperatures will be in the 100s.

Ensure your child's safety during the summer months with these valuable tips and insights from safety expert Sydney Zuiker.

Here are some summer tips to avoid a makeup meltdown. Local makeup artist, Rebeca Hernandez joined us with budget-friendly hacks and tips so you can slay all day, even in the Houston humidity.

Some power outages have been reported as heavy rain has fallen in the Houston area.

Looking for a fun spot to cool off this summer? Pack up the family and head to Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock, Texas.

Your ultimate guide to summer skincare with expert tips on preventing common skin issues like sunburn and acne.

Summer is here and with the Texas heat becoming increasingly unbearable every year, doesn’t a dip in the pool just sound divine? Not if you can’t swim!

Attention Houston parents: Typhoon Texas is celebrating H-Town’s hardest working students with discounted park entry for three days to kick off the summer months. If your kiddo got it done in the classroom this semester, there’s no better way to celebrate!

The recent storm did not do the Houston Parks & Recreation Department any favors. A handful of public pools were damaged in the storm.

Make entertaining a breeze this summer with help from Tim Laird, America's CEO – that’s chief entertaining officer. He recently stopped by Houston Life to share his party spread to kick off Memorial Day weekend.

Share our favorite recipes and tips for the best Summer cookout!

It’s going to be a sizzling summer at Moody Gardens, so book your summer getaway now and save big!

Summer is just around the corner and if you’re trying to get away from the intense Texas heat, we won’t blame you. But we will if you don’t take advantage of some money-saving resources by United Airlines!

The Paris Olympics are right around the corner and this year, breakdancing has been added as an official sport. On Houston Life, Derrick and Tessa met Jaime 'Venum' Burgos, a b-boy who's had an impressive breakdancing career, and his 10-year-old student, 'B-boy Flippers' who is on his way to the kids' world breakdancing competition in Slovenia.

Learn about gnats and how to get rid of them in this informative article.

Houston Life is taking over New Braunfels! The team checked out what you and your family can do there this summer.

Sabrina Whittembury put her children in swim lessons at just a few years old.

The summer travel season is right around the corner - and if you're looking for a beachy paradise, Puerto Rico is just a short flight from Houston. Gabe Saglie, a senior editor with Travelzoo, shared his top picks to help you plan your own trip to the popular island getaway on Houston Life.

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The weather is heating up in Houston, how about trying some new cocktails? Entertainment expert and cocktail guru Paul Zahn joined us in the studio with some options for our non-alcoholic friends, our classic cocktail drinkers, and those who prefer to pop the tab and drink from a can.

Whether you're hitting the road or booking a flight, if you've got travel plans, then we've got some tips to help make your adventure less troublesome.

Bodensteiner Services, Inc is a family owned and operated HVAC company that has been serving Houston for 64 years. Owner Blair Bodensteiner is choosing a family or homeowner in need to receive a brand new American Standard HVAC system. You can apply here for yourself or someone you know.

Learn about the top reasons Houston-area kids visit the emergency room during the summer months.

Rain is expected to pop up across the Houston area this Thursday.

Rain is expected to pop up across the Houston area this Thursday.

Rain is popping up on Monday across the Houston area this Labor Day.

Say it isn’t so!

Mendel McCoy, a Houston wardrobe stylist, shares tips on how to elevate your personal style.

Now this is the type of Kenergy I like to see!

With the summer temperatures still soaring, KPRC 2′s Amy Davis recently asked our viewers and users how much their latest electric bill read.

Long, hot summer days mean more sun exposure on your skin

As the heat wave pushes people towards the water, the YMCA of Greater Houston is sharing some water safety tips.

It’s pool season and with all the fun that comes with that, also comes some danger for inexperienced swimmers.

Houston summers are H-O-T, so I did something I always wanted: I put up a clothesline.

Navigating divorce is difficult, being it is summer, the challenges can be even more apparent.

Navigating divorce is difficult, being it is summer, the challenges can be even more apparent.

Take advantage of the waterpark's limited-time offer of free swim lessons for children of all ages.

Nutrition expert shares three simple and delicious snacks you can create with your kids that are also perfect for on-the-go summer travels.

Sabrina Whittembury put her children in swim lessons at just a few years old.

Remember, summertime as a kid? No school, sleeping in, playing with friends. Those were the days. Now as an adult, you want your kids to enjoy summer break - but also stay on track with their goals. So how do you keep them motivated? Today at 1pm on Houston Life, Licensed professional counselor Dr. Shana D. Lewis. She'll help us start those conversations on how to manage expectations and stay on track with goals.

Summer air travel is already bustling and flyers are looking for deals to get away. We’ve got a consumer warning. Changing flights and routes could complicate your plans. Investigator Amy Davis had to step in when one man’s great deal turned into a great big waste of money.

Hightower defensive back Kade Phillips has already made a splash this Summer picking up 10 offers this past week from the likes of Oregon, Houston, UTSA, Auburn, Utah, Penn State, Arkansas, Kansas, Purdue and Texas State.

Splash into summer with your chance to win season passes to Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures!

Multiple Houston-area school districts are providing meals to children in the Houston area during the summer months.

If you can’t make it to our studios, no worries! You can donate through June 12 at your Neighborhood Donor Center.

Perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining