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‘We’re talking about poop’: Houston neighborhoods face raw sewage problems, health risks from sewage spills
Read full article: ‘We’re talking about poop’: Houston neighborhoods face raw sewage problems, health risks from sewage spillsKPRC 2 Investigates: Houston families are battling sewage spills in their yards and waterways as city aid falls short.
Rent too expensive? Co-living is becoming a popular money-saving option for many Houstonians
Read full article: Rent too expensive? Co-living is becoming a popular money-saving option for many HoustoniansWith Houston's rents averaging $1,900, co-living is emerging as a game-changer for many people.
Medical company ships unwanted cancer tests to homes, sparking anger and privacy concerns
Read full article: Medical company ships unwanted cancer tests to homes, sparking anger and privacy concernsExact Sciences is facing backlash for sending unsolicited Cologuard colon cancer screening kits to consumers, sparking privacy concerns and financial anxieties.
Squatters and crime remain top concerns in northwest Harris County neighborhood
Read full article: Squatters and crime remain top concerns in northwest Harris County neighborhoodDozens of Texas Central Railroad homes in White Oak Falls sit empty. Neighbors are fed up with squatters, crime, and unanswered questions.
Families deceived by Houston estate sale company fraud
Read full article: Families deceived by Houston estate sale company fraudHervey entrusted an estate sale company to sell her family’s precious belongings - sterling silver, antique glassware, and cherished furniture from her childhood. Two years later, she’s still waiting for payment of more than $2,000, but the greater loss is the irreplaceable memories these items held.
Controversial Houston police officer reinstated with backpay
Read full article: Controversial Houston police officer reinstated with backpayOfficer Lucas Vieira earned approximately $40,000 more than former Police Chief Troy Finner last year, following his reinstatement to the Houston Police Department. The reinstatement came after his termination was overturned, in part, on procedural grounds.
What are Sunrise Centers? HISD’s way of helping underserved students
Read full article: What are Sunrise Centers? HISD’s way of helping underserved studentsFor many parents back to school can be a financial burden. Last school year the Houston Independent School District announced it was eliminating its wraparound services department, which helped families struggling to provide basic necessities to their children.
‘The water meter was gone!’ KPRC 2 Investigates stolen water meters
Read full article: ‘The water meter was gone!’ KPRC 2 Investigates stolen water metersThe KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation has looked into everything from high water bills to shady contract dealings. Now, we are looking into stolen water meters.
Top 5 Houston neighborhoods with the most power outages
Read full article: Top 5 Houston neighborhoods with the most power outagesDespite millions invested in infrastructure improvements, Greater Houston residents experience twice as many power outages as the national average, with five areas particularly vulnerable to frequent service disruptions.
Everything you need to know about the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation
Read full article: Everything you need to know about the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ InvestigationFor more than two years, we’ve been exposing serious issues within the Houston’s Public Works water department -- problems that left many Houstonians facing inaccurate water bills overcharging them thousands of dollars. Led by KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis, our investigation shed light on overbilling, faulty water meters, and mismanagement of city contracts. These discoveries led to arrest and charges for 7 people.
‘What happened in the group was a violation’: Whistleblower exposes ‘secret focus group’ in HISD’s failed bond effort
Read full article: ‘What happened in the group was a violation’: Whistleblower exposes ‘secret focus group’ in HISD’s failed bond effortA whistleblower has come forward, exposing Houston Independent School District's controversial use of $2 million in taxpayer funds for a failed bond campaign.
Flashmob shoplifters hit lululemon stores in Houston. What’s being done to stop it?
Read full article: Flashmob shoplifters hit lululemon stores in Houston. What’s being done to stop it?People who live and work near Houston Lululemon stores say the company is inviting crime into their neighborhoods... doing little to protect customers from repeat thefts. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis explains what is happening and why it might appear more is not being done.