More than three years after 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez was shot and killed while sitting in the backseat of her family’s truck on Valentine’s Day 2022, her father took the witness stand on the first day of the trial for the man accused of killing her, Tony Earls Jr.

While the music mogul didn't make an appearance at the Galleria area restaurant, his team confirmed and shared the news to over half the diners celebrating Valentine's Day he covered their bill.

Lovable facility dogs Dexter, Declan, and Annie are spreading joy and comfort at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and TIRR Memorial Hermann this Valentine’s Day. These furry friends are delivering Valentines, collecting kisses, and warming hearts, showing that the best kind of love really does come with a wagging tail.

The Houston SPCA is offering a special Valentine’s Day adoption event, allowing big dogs over 35 pounds to be adopted for $14.

Forgot to make a reservation for Valentine's Day? No worries! KPRC 2 has you covered with last-minute date ideas that still scream romance. Teaming up with lifestyle blogger Lauren Washington (@searchinghighwithlo), we’ve curated a list of romantic restaurants, fun budget-friendly activities, and thoughtful gift ideas, ensuring you can celebrate love, whether you’re with a partner or flying solo.

If you're heading out for Valentine's Day and want to order something different but don't know where to start, we're getting tips on how to choose the perfect wine without the stress. Everything from a bubbly to the perfect pairing for a heavier meal travel and wine expert Daniela Garrido breaks is all down for us.

This will be their fifth year offering weddings on February 14th, and they’re sure to see a record number of weddings performed in one day.

Elevate your dessert game with a delightful twist on the classic French macaron! Create a macaron cake perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day.

Whether you're a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, the pros as Fred Astaire Dance Studio will help you one step at a time!

Vic & Anthony's is a staple in downtown Houston, renowned for its classic steakhouse charm and exceptional dining experience. As Valentine's Day approaches, the restaurant is a perfect choice for a romantic date night.

It's always happy hour in Studio B and ahead of Valentine's Day we're shaking up some "love potion" for you to impress your sweetie with. Our friends from Pier 6 Seafood and Oyster House down in San Leon are here with some specialty cocktails to add to your Valentine's Day menus.

Houston offers diverse Valentine's Day dining specials catering to various tastes, from gourmet steak dinners to vegan ice cream delights.

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, love is certainly in the air, and if you haven’t tied the knot with that special someone, Houston might be the ideal place to do it!

February brings love letters, pink sweaters, and often strong cold fronts! Here’s what we typically see this month.

February brings love letters, pink sweaters, and often strong cold fronts! Here’s what we typically see this month.

The judge in the case against Tony Earls, the man accused of killing 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez on Valentine’s Day of 2022, has recused herself from the case.

The National Retail Federation says Houston is on the top five list for cities with significant organized retail crime.

Houston man once exonerated on lesser charges is now indicted for murder in the shooting of 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez in 2022.

This weekend the 80’s are back with a bloodsucking vengeance Friday, February 16th, and Saturday, February 17th.

A main water line break has led to the implementation of a boil water notice in the City of Deer Park.

Roses are the most popular floral to purchase on cupid’s day. Most roses in the United States are grown along the west coast, but one Texas farm is getting their thrones in the game.

If you’re looking for something new and exciting for Valentine's Day – why not give the 'sport of love' a try!

Showers and a flood threat Friday

Are y'all feeling the love?

Love is in the air.

Leigh Ann Chatagnier, a cookbook author and blogger, shares her 3-course menu for Valentine's Day - featuring a Strawberry, Basil, and Balsamic Crostini, Easy Skillet Chicken Parmesan, and Gluten Free Chocolate Covered Strawberry Pie.

It’s Valentine’s Day week and that means love is in the air, and the paint! We’re checking out Hawaii Fluid Art in League City for a fun date idea inspired by the islands.

They offer a unique & immersive experience where couples can come together to create their own personalized candles.

Running into a really terrible ex-partner can be the worst sometimes, especially on Valentine’s Day. That’s why the Brazoria County Constable’s Office made a post on Facebook asking for those terrible exes to be turned into authorities.

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!

Valentine’s Day is coming up and one local constable’s office is using the special date to offer those with warrants special accommodations.

Galentine’s Day, created and popularized by Leslie Knope from “Parks and Recreation”, is about acknowledging and celebrating the love and joy only found with female companions, allowing all the women in our lives to feel special and appreciated.

The family of a man who was gunned down the day before Valentine’s Day is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect involved, according to the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division.

A pair of Labradors delivered Valentine’s Day cards to patients and staff at the Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas, on Tuesday, February 14.

Strong winds calm late this afternoon

The Cardi B and Offset, which will be available at restaurants nationwide, will be perfect for sharing with your plus one, your situationship, your best friend, or anyone in between.

Rain returns Tuesday morning

If you are planning to stay at home to celebrate Valentine's Day, here are two easy cocktail recipes you can recreate at home.

Staying in this year for Valentine’s Day? You can still make the holiday memorable! Sometimes, a night in can be just as fun, if not more fun, than hitting the town.

Morning temperatures this weekend in the 30s!

Morning temperatures this weekend in the 30s!

Are you ready to spend the rest of your life with that special person for this year’s love season?

Morning temperatures this weekend in the 30s!

Dedicate your roach and ‘Endless Love’ now through February 14th at the Heartbreak Motel, which is located inside the museum gift shop.

From glam to casual - it's always fun to dress up for Valentine's Day or Galentine's Day. Reagan Bregman's galentine Jasmine Nguyen shares three looks we can all afford.

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!

Hello Houston!

Anyone going through a tough breakup this Valentine’s Day may find some solace in feeding their ex to a zoo animal. Symbolically, of course.

Craftworx founder Alexis Geissler shows Valentine's Day DIY projects you can do with your kids on Houston Life.

First things first: we’ve missed any hard freeze or icing this week and according to the American Model we will continue to have “above freezing” temperatures (even mild) through at least the middle of the month. Below is the American Model precip forecast which has just rain and that looks to be the 9th-10th and again on Valentine’s Day!

Valentine’s Day is here, and we want you to share your special valentine.

Enjoy a nice meal with your significant other for Valentine's Day without breaking the bank.

A box of chocolates or a bouquet of flowers are certainly nice gifts to give to your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day, but why not give a gift that can last a lifetime -- when you don’t even have to leave your house to get it?

OH. MY. GOD. Conversation hearts just got cooler and sweeter this Valentine’s Day, thanks to the iconic TV show “Friends.”

The hopeless romantics over at The Heritage Society will host an express wedding ceremony extravaganza on Valentine’s Day.

Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz calmly told a psychologist he picked Valentine’s Day for his massacre to ruin the holiday for Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students forever.

Authorities with the Houston Police Department’s Property & Financial Crimes Division are asking for the community’s help in finding two women who they say stole thousands of dollars in merchandise from a store in west Houston on Valentine’s Day.

A 9-year-old who was shot and killed when her family’s vehicle was struck after a robbery at a southeast Houston Chase Bank ATM drive-thru on Valentine’s Day was laid to rest on Friday

5 things for Houstonians to know for Wednesday, Feb. 16

Check your tickets, Houston area and beyond.

A couple from the Heights chased by road-rager for more than 20 minutes.

Houston’s own Simone Biles will soon be walking down the aisle.

Those who knew David Castro say it’s fitting he shared his birthday with Valentine’s Day.

Out of all the days of the year, Valentine’s Day is the busiest.

With highs near 70° and plenty of sunshine, you couldn’t ask for love-lier weather on this Valentine’s Day! For us, the middle of February is often a ‘big change’ month as we begin to move toward spring. Meteorologically speaking, winter is December-January-February and so we’re almost to the end of winter! That battle between cold and warm can spark strong storms (like this Wednesday quite possibly). Just look at the variations we’ve seen for Valentine’s Day:

This Valentine’s Day, give some puppy love to 5-month-old Ruby!

Valentine’s Day is here, and we want you to share your special Valentine.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner.

As is always the case, those who like to make wagers for the Super Bowl can bet on more conventional happenings in the game, such as who’ll cover the spread, who’ll win the coin toss, who’ll score the first touchdown, how many touchdown passes each quarterback will have; the list goes on and on.

Officials said that scammers target those looking for love online or people they court, building the illusion of a deep connection to then take advantage of the person, usually for financial gain, benefitting the scammer and the scammer’s network.

Today, this Wednesday, marks the one year anniversary of that Wednesday before that weekend. Wednesday, Feb. 10, I canceled my planned trip to Ft. Lauderdale.

This contest is now closed. Be on the lookout for more current and future giveaways available exclusively to KPRC 2 Insiders on your Insider profile page.

The countdown is on until cupid fires his arrow of love. Yes, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner.

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, perhaps you’re considering doing something nice for your significant other, a friend, your kids or a parent.

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, admirers are preparing for the Feb. 14 holiday booking reservations, shopping for gifts and sweets.

There’s nothing sweeter than homemade gifts crafted with love.

Who doesn’t love a good romantic comedy, right?

The beloved burger chain released its new “WhataWedding” collection just in time for Valentine’s Day.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, are you planning a date at home with your loved one? Perhaps a movie night is in order.

Houston Astros’ Orbit is ready to spread the love across the city this Valentine’s Day.

Valentine’s Day might be next month, but Cupid’s arrow will probably strike well beyond Feb. 14 in the form of wedding bells for celebrity couples in 2022.

Many have clamored for years to have the Monday after the Super Bowl be a national holiday so people can recover from parties attended to watch the big game. This might not have been what they had in mind.

As we head into a record warm Christmas weekend and continue that trend into next week, no one has forgotten February’s Big Freeze. I get asked all the time if that will happen again (we’ll talk about that in a moment).

Do you have a wife who makes your world go round?

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“They’re hopeful.”On this Valentine’s Day, Americans are searching for ways to celebrate love amid so much heartache and isolation as the coronavirus pandemic stretches past its year anniversary. After limiting restaurants to 25% capacity and 25 people per room, restaurants now must remain at 25% but they can serve as many as 50 per room. They are also this Valentine’s Day willing to do something else over a weekend where the high temperature will reach the teens and the low will plummet well below zero. AdIn Portland, a couple married 55 years has special Valentine’s Day plans. “That’s Valentine’s Day!” her father exclaimed and smiled at his wife.

We asked: Have you ever gone on a first date on Valentine’s Day? Errr, that sounds like there’s some potential for an awkward situation. Have you ever been broken up with on Valentine’s Day? Yikes, we don’t want to hear that!

It doesn’t matter if you’re head over heels in love, single and loving it, heartbroken or ready to set the mood -- we have a playlist for however you are celebrating Valentine’s Day.

Have you ever been broken up with on Valentine's Day? Yikes, we don't want to hear that! Well, except that we do.

Can you imagine what Houstonians must have thought on Valentine’s Day 1895, waking up to 20 inches of snow? Never underestimate February in Houston, and if you’ve been looking at the models for the weekend ahead, you’ve seen some drastic differences in temperature forecasts. On the other hand, the newest American model is almost frightening with its forecast, bringing us extreme cold this weekend:Very Cold American ModelYes, those are single digits you are seeing by Sunday! I’ll say this, last Sunday (Jan. 31) the American model was predicting 21° for THIS MORNING. So this very thin surface layer of extreme cold will be fighting a mixing of warmer air coming down from above:500mb southwest flow this weekendWhether the really cold air suggested by the American model wins out is honestly too early to tell, but historically this year, the European has done better with temperatures.

Love doesn’t cost a thing, or shouldn’t, but as Valentine’s Day approaches the pressure to purchase something for your beloved increases. Fortunately, “The Joy Of Saving” author Jeanette Pavini says responsible spending tops the list on what people are looking for in a partner. “No matter where you live, you can find virtual operas you can find dance lessons for free,” Pavini says. Surprise vacation company Pack Up + Go says being a tourist in your own town is a fabulous way to celebrate. “A staycation is a great opportunity to explore a new neighborhood, or get takeout from a new restaurant...you know force yourself out of your day to day comfort zone, even in your hometown,” says Pack Up + Go’s Lillian Rafson.

Love it or dread it, here it comes again: Valentine’s Day. Hotel booking site Hotels.com is offering spurned singles a constructive, albeit unconventional, path to inner peace -- and, as an added bonus, participants might just win a “get over them” getaway in the process. Via a cheeky Hotels.com Valentine’s Day promotion, those suffering from the post-breakup blues can book their “trashy ex” an all-expenses paid stay in the dumpster “where they belong”. MORE:Searching for more Valentine’s Day stories? Visit our Valentine’s Day page.

HOUSTON – Mico’s Hot Chicken in The Heights has always had 5 spice levels: No Heat, Mild, Medium, Hot and Extra Hot. But this year for Valentine’s Day weekend, they’re taking the heat to another level and offering the “Burning Love” Sammich! This will kick Mico’s hottest spice level up a notch to Extra, EXTRA Hot. (HOLY HOTNESS)The upgraded spice level will also be available on their tenders and loaded fries, but just so you know…you have to SIGN A WAIVER to eat it! The Burning Love Sammich will be offered the weekend of Valentine’s Day only from Friday, Feb 12 through Sunday, Feb. 14.

CONROE, Texas – Two local Firehouse Subs locations hope to bring smiles to nursing home residents isolated during the coronavirus pandemic. Both locations, 235 I-45 South, Suite A in Huntsville and 3021 I-45 North in Conroe are running the Silver Valentine Donation Drive from now until Valentine’s Day, inviting guests to donate traditional Valentine’s gifts and comfort items. “We wanted to continue this support for our local senior citizens especially, and show them they’re cared for even if they are unable to spend quality time with others right now,” said Jill Jackson, Firehouse Subs franchise manager in a news release. Guests can drop off items at either or both restaurant locations during business hours between 10:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. Items accepted are blankets, activity books, socks, slippers, and traditional Valentine’s Day gifts such as teddy bears.

Whataburger released a line of Valentine’s gifts from jewelry to drink tumblers, so you can express your love while loving the Texas’ staple. Whataburger 'Love Me Like You Love Whataburger' T-shirt (Whataburger)Perfect for staying home on Valentine’s Day with your special someone. Whataburger "Day Dot" (left) and "I Heart Whataburger" socks (Whataburger)A great gift for both, or for a couple you know and love this Valentine’s Day. 'Spicy' or 'Fancy' Gift Pack (Whataburger)James Avery Jewelry CharmsChoose from ‘Whataburger Texas’, ‘Fry’ or ‘Whataburger Cup’ for that special someone to wear on the next date! Whataburger Makeup Bag (Whataburger)Check out the full Whataburger merch catalog here.

It doesn’t matter if you’re cuddled up on the couch with your significant other or eating snacks with your best friends, putting on a romantic comedy is always a good idea, especially around Valentine’s Day.

HOUSTON – Another month has gone by, and BOOM… February is here and we’re kicking off the month with one of our favorite segments about some of our favorite things… it’s HL Obsessions day – Valentine’s Day edition. If you love these products as much as we do, we have some discount codes for you today as well. By the way, no one is paid or compensated by these businesses at all, these are simply products we love. They offer fun and personalized education tools as well as products like gift tags, notepads, and stationery for your whole family. HL PROMO CODE:

This Valentine’s Day, forget the grocery store carnations, nix the drugstore Hallmark card and drop the bargain box of chocolates. Instead, why not surprise your one-and-only with an express wedding ceremony at St. John Church in Sam Houston Park? The hopeless romantics over at The Heritage Society will host an express wedding ceremony extravaganza for select couples this Valentine’s Day weekend. Couples intent on tying the knot or renewing their vows can book a one-hour ceremony slot at the historic church. The building was moved from its original site on Mangum Road to Sam Houston Park in 1968.

Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday to shower your significant other with kisses, chocolates and lots and lots of love, but for those of us who are single, it can be a real drag.