Chipotle pulls jalapeños from stores after salmonella outbreak in Minnesota
Chipotle is pulling jalapeños from its store after a salmonella outbreak in Minnesota.
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Daniella Guzman will return to anchoring KPRC 2 News Today beginning Thursday
Daniella was placed on leave while the company conducted an internal review regarding tickets she received for a concert and FIFA World Cup matches. While there was no conclusion that the tickets influenced or were connected to her journalism or news coverage, Daniella acknowledg...
Hello Houston (August 4, 2026)
Today: We discuss a Supreme Court ruling that could put Houston's Haitian and Black immigrant communities at risk, find out how AI is being used to improve traffic safety, break down what’s in store for Houston Restaurant Weeks, and more....
Children in a strange land: the plight of the 1,000 minor migrants still in Spain's Ceuta
The dead have been recovered from the waters off Ceuta. Most of the migrants who forced their way across the frontier into Spain have gone back to Morocco. In the enclave city, shops are open nearly a week after it became the epicenter of a European migration crisis . But an esti...
US job openings slip to 7.4 million, but labor market remains resilient in face of fighting in Iran
U.S. job openings fell slightly in June, but the labor market continued to show resilience in the face of an economic shock from fighting in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz . Employers posted 7.36 million vacancies in June, down from 7.54 million in May, the Labor De...
Where to eat during Houston Restaurant Weeks 2026: The Full Menu
Food writers discuss what dishes local restaurants are offering this year during Houston Restaurant Weeks and what they’re looking forward to sampling....
Why Texas is betting ‘Y’all Street’ can take on Wall Street
Dallas's financial industry is growing, amid a larger Texas business boom. But can it really steal New York's crown?
Elon Musk likely to face tough questions during SpaceX's first earnings call as a public company
SpaceX shares are down by half from their June peak as investors worry Musk may have oversold them on its future prospects.
McDonald's posts strong second quarter profit, names new chief of US operations
McDonald's posted a strong profit in its second quarter and named a new chief of U.S. operations with sales at home under pressure as many Americans grow more cautious about spending. McDonald’s said same-store sales, or sales at locations open at least a year, edged up 0.8% in t...
Houston Restaurant Weeks (Aug. 4, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: We learn why some local restaurants are doing their own versions of Houston Restaurant Weeks. Then, local food writers discuss what dishes they want to try at restaurants that are participating in HRW this year....
Spirit Halloween hiring 52,000 seasonal workers for its biggest Halloween season yet
Halloween may still be months away, but Spirit Halloween is already preparing for its busiest season ever. The specialty Halloween retailer announced it plans to hire more than 52,000 seasonal associates to staff a record 1,575 Spirit Halloween stores across the United States and...
Comedian Jenny Yang uses a comedy tour to uplift immigrants, one grocery store at a time
Stand-up comedians are used to tuning out the din of clinking glasses from two-drink minimums and patrons walking in and out during sets. But what about rolling shopping carts or the smell of fried fish? That kind of ambience is what you'll find on comic Jenny Yang's unique natio...
EaDo residents call for green space to be restored after FIFA Fan Fest
Some East Downtown residents are calling for grass and trees to be restored along the EaDo Promenade following the conclusion of Houston’s FIFA Fan Fest....
Musk likely to face tough questions during SpaceX's first earnings call as a public company
Investors in Elon Musk's space company get a chance to question him Tuesday after SpaceX issues its first quarterly earnings since going public . SpaceX shares are down by half from their June peak as investors worry Musk may have oversold them on its future prospects. They're al...
Capital One says it closed hundreds of Trump's bank accounts in 2021 'for anti-money laundering reasons'
Capital One says it closed hundreds of accounts associated with President Trump and his businesses in 2021 "for anti-money laundering reasons," according to a filing....
Russian Embassy in Rome blames Ukraine for deadly Italian restaurant bombing in Moscow
The Russian Embassy in Rome on Monday blamed Ukraine for a deadly weekend bombing at a Moscow restaurant, describing it as an attempt to intimidate the Italian community in Russia. The embassy said “Kyiv terrorists” wanted to “scare the Italians working in Russia and to show them...
US faces new pressure to build weapons without China's rare earth magnets
A giant American flag hanging on the wall of a warehouse in New Hampshire hints at the national importance of the elements bound inside the mining waste stored in 1-ton bags. The company uses electrolysis to separate the key critical elements President Donald Trump's administrati...
In-N-Out Burger employee among 3 dead in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant, owner says
An employee was among three people killed in a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in southern Idaho, the fast-food chain’s owner said. “My heart is broken, my chest is heavy, my eyes burn from the tears I've shed. We lost one of our beautiful Associates tonight,” In-N-Out ...
In-N-Out shooting in Idaho leaves several people dead, including employee
Three people were killed and several others were injured, some critically, in a shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
All 10 climbers swept away in avalanche in Pakistan are confirmed dead
Renowned climber Nirmal Purja and nine others have died in an avalanche in Pakistan, according to Purja's expedition company.
Smoke shops may be forced to close amid Texas hemp THC ban takes effect, experts say
Texas' ban on most hemp-derived THC products officially took effect on Friday, and experts estimate businesses may shutter as 60% to 90% of their products are no longer legal to sell....
'Sopranos' actor Vincent Pastore, known for playing mobsters and tough guys, dies at 80
Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore Bonpensiero on "The Sopranos," has died. He was 80....
'Sopranos' actor Vincent Pastore, known for playing mobsters and tough guys, dead at 80
Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore “Big Pussy” Bonpensiero on “The Sopranos,” has died. He was 80. Bob McGowan, who had managed Pastore since his run on “The Sopranos,” told The Associated Press that he le...
Houston's Barbecue Inn to serve its final meals after nearly 80 years in business
Since the announcement, lines have formed outside the restaurant. ABC13 crews at the scene saw a line wrapped around the building on Saturday morning.
Trump stands to profit off US policy announcements by selling fast access to his social media posts
President Donald Trump knows the world hangs on his every word. Now he wants you to pay for it. The social media posts of the world's most powerful man are going on sale Saturday when his Truth Social business begins offering sneak peeks of them to Wall Street traders willing to ...
39-year-old career criminal charged with 15 felonies since 2026 creating havoc for north side business owner
A Houston business owner says a repeat offender has become a constant problem after Richard Herrin was convicted of four felonies this year yet spent only days in the Harris County Jail, prompting renewed calls for tougher penalties on habitual felony thieves....
Third Ward funeral home operator accused of stealing $2.2M estate appears in court
A Houston funeral home owner appeared in court after prosecutors accused her of stealing more than $2.2 million through an alleged estate fraud scheme tied to her business....
Judge strikes down Houston minority contracting rule, leaving business owners uncertain
For more than four decades, Houston’s Minority, Women and Small Business Enterprise (MWSBE) Program has helped connect certified businesses with city contracting opportunities. Now, a federal judge’s ruling is changing part of that process. A federal judge ruled the City of Houst...
Grab your white outfit! White Linen Night celebrates 20 years in Houston's Heights
If you need an excuse to wear your favorite white outfit, stroll through one of Houston’s most popular neighborhoods and enjoy food, music and shopping, this weekend has you covered. White Linen Night in the Heights returns Saturday, Aug. 1, celebrating its 20th anniversary with ...
Barbecue Inn is closing its doors after 80 years. These food lovers came for one last plate
The restaurant had been a staple of Independence Heights since the 1940s. Some guests waited hours in a line that went out the door for one last chance at shrimp and fried chicken....
Meet the twin sisters who turned their cheesecake passion into a successful business
It’s a rich, creamy, rich dessert that many people love. July 30 is National Cheesecake Day and twin sisters — and co-owners of Kendyl & Kelby’s Cheesecakes are helping us celebrate. Through life’s unexpected events, Kendyl Norfleet Ebrecht and Kelby Norfleet never thought cheese...
Study accuses Amazon, Walmart of deceiving shoppers with false 'Made in USA' claims
AI shopping assistants can often detect when "Made in USA" product labels are falsely labeled, but Amazon and Walmart are not using that technology to crack down on the listings, according to a new study....
CEO of steel company dies suddenly, just weeks after taking helm
Carpenter Technology CEO Brian Malloy died suddenly just weeks after taking the helm of the specialty materials manufacturer, the company announced Monday....
San Francisco company offers cleaning service using humanoid robots
A robotics startup has begun offering humanoid home cleaning services for $30 an hour to selected applicants in San Francisco.
Barbecue Inn’s last service is Aug. 1 — but its real story is the generations of Houstonians who made it a tradition
The Barbecue Inn’s closing date is almost upon Houston, but the feeling of it still lands the same when you pull up to 116 W. Crosstimbers Street: another Houston institution preparing to turn out the lights. After 80 years in business, the restaurant’s final day of operations is...
New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging 'illegal gambling operation'
New York officials sued prediction market platform Kalshi for potentially billions of dollars on Friday, calling it an “illegal, unlicensed gambling operation” that includes sports wagering as the state seeks to halt its operations and force the company to forfeit its profits. Ne...
2 Newsletter: Statewide ban on certain THC products begins today
Good morning, Houston.☀️ A major change for certain Texas hemp products takes effect today, with new restrictions now in place for many THC items sold in smoke shops across the state. As always, follow us for the latest on Click2Houston.com and watch us live on KPRC 2+ . ➡️ Love ...
Anthropic says its AI models hacked 3 organizations during testing
Anthropic said its AI models hacked into three other organizations during testing, just days after ChatGPT maker OpenAI raised concerns over AI controls after it disclosed its rogue models hacked another company....
Texas businesses bracing for a financial hit from U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade limbo
It’s hard to overstate just how much Texas has riding on a successful renegotiation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA . Mexico and Canada are Texas’ No. 1 and No. 2 trading partners, respectively, just as they are for the U.S. as a whole. And that doesn’t tak...
Harris County: Body found behind business on FM 1960
Authorities are investigating after a body was found behind a business in Harris County on Thursday evening.
Gexa Energy Marks 25 Years by Volunteering with Meals on Wheels and The Beacon
Gexa Energy is marking its 25th anniversary by turning celebration into service. Over the past week the company organized multiple volunteer efforts across Houston — from Midtown’s Meals on Wheels site to The Beacon’s Ardel Ray Day Center — with 25 employees joining shifts, and m...
Man injured, woman detained after reported stabbing at Walmart in north Houston, HPD says
A man was taken to the hospital, and a woman was detained after a reported stabbing at a Walmart store in north Houston, according to HPD.
How a Houston contractor is using her business to open doors for single moms in the trades
After years of helping other people get their start in their trades, the owner of a local contracting company is getting support to take her business to the next level. Sandra Lopez, owner of City-Wide General Contractors, has spent more than 20 years renovating apartment complex...
Longtime Houston restaurant closing its doors after nearly 80 years
News of the closure brought customers to the restaurant on Thursday, starting a line that was wrapping around the business by the afternoon.
Healthy eating on a budget: Dietitian shares grocery shopping tips as food prices rise
Grocery prices continue to put a strain on household budgets, but nutrition experts say eating healthy doesn’t have to break the bank. According to the Consumer Price Index, food prices were 3% higher last month compared to the same time a year ago, making it more expensive for f...
Admix Metal helps bring creative visions across architecture, design and visual art to life
Admix Metal helps architects, artists and businesses take their creative visions from concept to completion.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's attorney general nomination until dissenting senators leave office
President Donald Trump said Thursday he may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination for the full-time post to avoid making concessions to a few Senate Republicans who want him to scale back protections for his family business and potential payouts for his allies th...
Cyclospora outbreak: Restaurants seeing slump in sales after removing lettuce from menus
Restaurant chains and local eateries are grappling with a dip in customer foot traffic and inventory challenges after a massive cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce....
Gov. Greg Abbott cleared the way for the hemp industry in 2019. Now businesses are being pushed out
Texas will ban hemp products containing certain intoxicating cannabinoids starting July 31, and local businesses are feeling the strain — and even closing....
Spain deploys military to Ceuta after thousands of people breach Morocco’s border and at least 9 die
Spain will deploy its military to restore order at its border with Morocco in Ceuta after thousands of migrants streamed into the tiny Spanish territory, with at least nine dying in the attempt. The announcement comes after local authorities in Ceuta had asked the central governm...
City contracts & minority-owned businesses (July 30, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We learn why a longstanding city of Houston program requiring some government contracts to be awarded to minority-owned businesses was ruled unconstitutional this week and discuss the ramifications....
With future of U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade in limbo, Texas businesses navigate choppy waters
The Trump administration announced July 1 it would not renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Rising uncertainty has led businesses that depend on the trade pact to pull back on investment in Texas, experts say....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2623: Thomas Carlyle’s Past and Present
Episode: 2623 Thomas Carlyle and the Working of Free Markets. Today, economic salvation.
Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans' chances at American Dream
The American Dream may not be dead for many Black Americans, but it is further away than at any point since the Civil Rights Movement, warns a report by the National Urban League. Released on Thursday, the annual “State of Black America” report grimly describes Black Americans ' ...
Between prices and a diarrhea-causing parasite, lettuce is causing hard times at some restaurants
It’s been a choppy year for restaurants that lean into lettuce. Lettuce prices rose sharply in the first half of 2026 due to hot weather in Arizona, where about one-third of America’s lettuce is grown. Now, restaurants are dealing with the fallout from a cyclospora outbreak linke...
Federal judge says Houston can't consider race when awarding contracts: What does it mean?
Houston's Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprise Program has been in place for more than 40 years, but a judge ruled that it unfairly discriminates against non minorities....
Microsoft beats Wall Street expectations with $90B in revenue
Microsoft posted strong results for its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, beating expectations and showing strong growth in its cloud computing platform and a boost in paid AI users. The Redmond, Washington, company earned $90 billion, or $4.81 per share, in the April-June quarter...
Texas puppy business under investigation by Attorney General’s Office
A Texas puppy-selling business is under investigation by the Texas Attorney General’s Office.
Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over its first-in-the-nation law banning 'nudification' technology
Elon Musk's company xAI has sued Minnesota over the state's first-in-the-nation law that bans “nudification” technology on websites and apps, potentially providing a test for how far states can go in constitutionally regulating the use of artificial intelligence. Musk's company s...
Costco shoppers may be eligible for payout after email settlement. Here’s how to qualify
Costco shoppers in this state could receive a payout from a major multi-million-dollar settlement. Here’s how to claim your money.
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