CHRISTMAS

Mariah Carey relishes the fact that she has become culturally synonymous with Christmas.

It doesn’t feel like Christmas in Venezuela.

The world’s attention on Venezuela has focused lately on the fallout from a highly contested presidential election that both the ruling party and its opponents claim to have won, the persecution of critics and the arrest warrant issued this week against the former opposition presidential candidate.

If you feel like Christmas was just yesterday, you may be surprised that Mother’s Day is quite literally around the corner.

These should be historic occasions in 2024.

For Christmas shoppers that signed up for those buy now, pay later plans, the holidays are over and it’s time to pay up—maybe more than you expected. So, Consumer Reports is here to make sense of these short-term loans with important advice on how to dodge costly fees and what to do next time.

Some Eastern Orthodox churches will be observing Christmas on Sunday.

From tinsel to tides: How your old Christmas tree can safeguard Surfside Beach – Join the Dunes Day restoration effort!

A father and son in Texas have been charged in the killings of an 18-year-old pregnant woman who disappeared before Christmas and her boyfriend.

Eurostar services to and from London have been canceled after a tunnel under the River Thames became flooded, disrupting festive travel plans for scores of people.

Authorities are investigating an apparent murder-suicide in southwest Houston where they said a man killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself on Christmas Day.

Moderate widespread rain continues to move in from the Gulf of Mexico.

Christmas carries more than spiritual weight for many Ukrainians this year: for the first time, the country is observing it as a public holiday on Dec. 25, rather than the later date followed in Russia.

Santa Claus will be dropping gifts down chimney’s in Houston within the next few hours, but some of our neighbor’s still need to put theirs under the tree.

Erik Spoelstra was part of 12 Christmas games as a staff member, assistant coach or head coach in his first 20 seasons with the Miami Heat.

There’s nothing easier than clicking a button and Voila! A package shows up on your front porch.

It’s no secret that when the holidays roll around, thieves head out on the town to see what gifts they can get by stealing them off your front porch.

If you don’t have a Christmas concert to attend this year, good news -- we are bringing one to you through these talented Houstonians.

Sunny and cool for the holiday, but it's not always like that!

Wrapping gifts... you either absolutely love it or you absolutely hate it. Some people go all out, buying a plethora of ribbons and bows personalized to the one receiving the gift. Others prefer to just put the gift underneath the tree in its original box.

Sunny and cool for the holiday, but it's not always like that!

From Jesus' biblical birthplace of Bethlehem to New York City, many Palestinian Christians this Christmas season are gripped with helplessness, pain and worry amid the Israel-Hamas war.

North American military assets are keeping a sharp eye on Santa's travels.

Heading out to purchase a last minute tree. Here is what you should know

You’re about to prepare that delicious holiday meal...then it hits you -- you’re missing that last ingredient! Oh no!

Thanks to the Almeda Hospitality Group, dozens of Houstonians will be able to fill their tank up for FREE on Thursday.

Inside a cramped, little apartment in Houston, Rozznanah Bob sings Christmas carols, trying to get her four young children into the festive Christmas spirit.

A daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.

Holiday travel is expected to hit its peak right around now.

While traveling may be blissful for some this holiday season, many travelers will experience issues and delays as they try to get to their destinations this year.

KPRC 2 viewers are capturing some interesting photos of the Houston area sky ahead of expecting thunderstorms that are headed our way before Christmas Day.

The holidays are here, and according to a new study by the car insurance savings app Jerry, there has been an increase in traffic fatalities in Texas -- especially in Houston.

They say that music can touch your soul and heal your wounds. If that’s true, then the Hill family of Houston, with eight children, has needed music in the worst way just to heal.

A daily summary of the changing conditions for the holiday weekend from the Storm Tracker 2 weather team.

Some traditions on the list are centuries old, and others are newer but no less cherished.

We want to see your most creative Elf on the Shelf placement.

Monday is the 12th day of “Trillmas,” and rapper Bun B is giving back to the community as a way to celebrate the holiday season.

Just want a snuggle? Here's how to borrow a furry friend for the holidays that you can return afterward

As Christmas approaches, Catholic nuns and monks are busy preparing the traditional delicacies they sell to a loyal fan base even in rapidly secularizing countries.

Bethlehem is gearing up for a subdued Christmas without the festive lights and customary Christmas tree towering over Manger Square.

Both Russia and Ukraine have reported dozens of attempted drone attacks in the past day.

Comicpalooza, Houston’s largest comic convention, returns to George R. Brown on Memorial Day weekend 2024.

An etiquette expert explains how to navigate tricky situations that may come up at your next holiday party.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Forty single mothers were selected to go on a Christmas shopping spree on Friday, courtesy of a local personal injury law firm.

Airports and highways are expected to be busier this Christmas season than they were a year ago.

Pope Francis has made his first public appearance outdoors since being stricken by bronchitis two weeks ago, which forced him to cancel a planned trip to the COP-28 climate conference in Dubai.

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and now Houstonians can get into the holiday spirit at the newest festive spot downtown.

Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this weekend.

Several officers with the Houston Police Department will accompany dozens of children on a pre-Christmas shopping spree at a Target store on Tuesday.

There’s a magical holiday event now playing at the Tanger Outlets in Texas City, offering a special dinner theater experience.

With so many toys on the market, it can be overwhelming to shop for the kids on your list. Sandra Mills with Learning Express Town & Country stopped by Studio B with Santa-approved ideas they're sure to love.

It’s that time of year again when The Spencer Solves It Team launches their Christmas Miracles Project to help needy families.

There will be no strike by American Airlines flight attendants around the Christmas and New Year's holidays.

The Alley Theatre has put on a production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ annually since 1989, making it a Houston holiday tradition for families!

In a typical year, The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program puts new clothes and toys under the tree for 1 million children across the country who would otherwise go without Christmas gifts.

“Ted Lasso” star Hannah Waddingham returned home to London to tape her first holiday special for Apple TV+.

The holiday season is officially upon us, but two popular Houston holiday traditions have been canceled, including the Uptown Holiday Lighting Ceremony, which usually brings thousands to Post Oak Boulevard.

From a ‘Festival of Lights,’ to train rides, holiday films, ICELAND and more, Moody Gardens is the coolest holiday destination in the Southwest!

If someone bought me this for Christmas, I could tell that we’re going to be friends pretty quickly.

Christmas will be here sooner than we think, so why not start early on your holiday shopping?

If you ask people why they look forward to the month of September, the most common answers you'll probably get are the start of football, the fall season, or when Starbucks brings back their very popular Pumpkin Spice flavored drinks. But if you're in the Philippines, September means one thing and one thing only: the start of the holiday season.

Maximizing player rest and limiting travel demands were again part of the NBA’s formula for the coming regular season.

This December, kick Christmas cheer into high gear with a special showing of “Elf” at the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land.

The Hallmark channel announced its first ever Christmas-themed cruise set to take sail next fall. The Christmas cruise will begin its journey in Miami and travel to Nassau, Bahamas from Nov. 5-9, 2024.

If you’re a fan of the classic film “The Color Purple,” you will love Oprah Winfrey and Steven Spielberg’s new trailer for the Warner Bros. movie musical.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is moving to revoke the liquor license of a Miami hotel that hosted a Christmas drag show.

Congress is expected to receive new evidence Thursday of what was considered to be “internal chaos” with Southwest Airlines over the Christmas holiday meltdown and cancellations, CNN reported.

A new study says drenchings like those California has been getting since Christmas will only get wetter and nastier with climate change.

Thousands of people in the Philippines remain in emergency shelters in the wake of devastating Christmas flooding as the death toll climbed to 51 with 19 missing.

A manager who worked at a Houston area Smoothie King says one of her former employees who she had recently fired ended up kidnapping and beating her earlier this year.

A Wisconsin waitress got a $1,000 tip from Christmas morning customer.

Philippine officials say the death toll from heavy rains and floods over the Christmas weekend has risen to 25, with 26 others still missing.

A cold snap blanketing the Deep South has upended water systems as local officials struggle to repair widespread leaks and broken pipes.

Houston area residents on Monday were finally able to enjoy a break from the cold that dominated the Christmas weekend.

Residents at Lakecrest Village Apartments in northeast Houston are frustrated after they say they spent the holiday weekend without running water.

Every week, our viewers and readers deliver great pictures to Click2Pins and December was no different. From dressed up dogs and cats to kids and Christmas decor, this month’s Pins have been festive and fun.

Highway 290 eastbound was temporarily closed Christmas afternoon due to a fiery car accident involving two vehicles.

Hours after Santa delivered a shiny new remote-control car to a Houston-area family, the miniature motorized vehicle was nearly lost on its maiden voyage. The Willowfork Fire Department in Katy, Fort Bend County posted photos from the rescue Sunday afternoon on Facebook. The pictures show firefighters lowering a ladder into a drain and then a first responder crawling down to save the newly treasured toy.

President Joe Biden is celebrating a quiet Christmas with his family at the White House and has spoken with American service members stationed around the world.

Another surge of cold air moves in this weekend

Pope Francis has used his Christmas message Sunday to lament the “icy winds of war” buffeting humanity.

Davis Mills threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to Brandin Cooks with 2:52 left, and the Houston Texans snapped a nine-game skid by beating the sliding Tennessee Titans 19-14.

If you didn’t get a chance to participate this holiday season - no worries - you can always help next year because the “gift of giving” has no expiration date.

Luckily some Houston-area stores will be open on Christmas Eve for that final rush, whether you need that final ingredient, or need to pick up a whole meal, or even a Christmas gift

Tens of thousands of migrants who fled violence and poverty are spending Christmas in crowded shelters or on the dangerous streets of Mexican border towns.

The biblical town of Bethlehem is marking what is shaping up to be a merry Christmas.

AAA Texas says more than 8 million Texans are driving to their holiday destinations starting Friday through New Year’s Day.

KPRC 2′s Spencer Solves It Team brings Christmas joy to Houston area families in need during Christmas Miracles Week

Today on Houston Life, Derrick Shore caught up with his better half, Brandon Bourque! It’s been over a year since he’s been on the show, and it was a great time having him back for the holidays!

An epic line wound around Dallas-Fort Worth Airport as travelers faced an uncertain plans ahead of the Christmas holiday on Friday.

Whether it was a trendy gift or something particularly sentimental, we wanted to hear about it.

Watch the Christmas Day worship service offered by Houston's First Baptist Church

Enjoy the roar of a crackling fire this Christmas morning from our family at KPRC 2+ to yours!

Air travelers are facing possible delays at U.K. airports as government employees who check passports go on strike.

Just days before Christmas, Abiella Fuentes is trying desperately to bring some Christmas joy to her two beautiful children, three-year-old Sophia and five-year-old Ayvin.

In need of last-minute holiday plans this weekend? There’s a Christmas cabaret show happening now through Saturday at ‘Stages,’ which is the PERFECT ENTERTAINMENT for you and your family before Christmas Day.

Patients at the Texas Children’s Hospital were surprised after receiving gifts from wish lists to Santa’s “elves” ahead of Christmas Day.