A Houston-area water customer was being charged for an irrigation meter he wasn’t using — and when he called to fix it, he got the wrong answer.
KPRC 2 Investigates reporter Amy Davis uncovers years of alleged theft inside Houston Public Works, where higher‑ranking employees approved hundreds of thousands of dollars in questionable, taxpayer-funded purchases, raising new concerns about fraud and oversight after the station’s earlier “DRAINED” water department investigation.
Bitcoin ATM fraud is a growing threat in Houston and nationwide. Awareness and quick action can help protect consumers and stop scammers.
If you drive one of those easy-to-steal Kias or Hyundais, you may be able to get thousands of dollars from the manufacturers. KPRC 2 News reporter Amy Davis explains who is eligible and how you can get the money.
Flickering lights, power surges and frequent outages. 2 Investigates is tracking Houston's power problem. While CenterPoint Energy is the company charged with keeping the lights on, new numbers show they had the worst performance of any utility in the country in the month of October. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is mapping it all out to show you where the biggest trouble spots are now.
If you’re like most your electric bills eat up a significant amount of your income each month. The most important thing you can do is shop around for the lowest electric rate. 2 Investigates Amy Davis asked 4 Sugar Land customers to hand over their bills to see if we could save them some money.
2 News' Amy Davis is showing you how you can score treats and meals for a fraction of what you'd normally pay, helping local businesses and fighting food waste.
We’ve all been there: You take your car in for a quick oil change, and the mechanic recommends another service. Those add-ons aren’t just expensive — they could actually damage your vehicle if you’re not careful. KPRC 2’s Amy Davis shares what drivers need to know to protect their cars and wallets.
If you’re looking for ways to make extra cash, selling your gold jewelry might be worth considering. More people are cashing in on their gold as prices reach historic highs.
CenterPoint Energy will increase electric rates by about $1 a month starting next year. The increase will gradually rise until customers are paying an extra $4 a month by 2028.
If your electricity bill feels unusually high, your plan might be part of the problem. Some common shopping mistakes could be costing Texas consumers hundreds of dollars a year.
Some air conditioning repair companies are telling homeowners they must replace their entire HVAC systems due to new refrigerant regulations, but industry experts say that’s not the case.
A Houston renter wrote to ‘2 Helps You’ saying she’s been waiting for months for her security deposit. Investigator Amy Davis started asking questions and that led to 25+ people getting deposit refunds.
Dozens of Houston Housing Authority real estate deals are costing the city of Houston and Harris County about a million dollars a year in tax revenue, according to Rice University’s Baker Institute.
A KPRC 2 investigation found that while thousands of Houston families struggle with rising housing costs, the Houston Housing Authority diverted millions of dollars meant to help them, benefitting none of the people it's meant to serve.
Patrece Lee will remain in prison for at least three more years, following a decision by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.
Houston area renters say landlords are tacking on fee after fee, adding hundreds of dollars to their monthly rent. One renter in Spring contacted 2 Investigates’ Amy Davis to ask if landlords can require tenants to pay for services they don’t want.
Houston electric customers will start seeing higher bills even if their electricity use stays the same. That’s because transmission utilities like CenterPoint Energy are raising the rates they add to monthly bills starting Sept. 1.
We’ve heard from more of you who are dealing with issues of repeat power outages. You are looking for answers from CenterPoint Energy. KPRC 2 Investigates reporter Amy Davis is answering your questions and has what you need to know.
Last year, KPRC 2 Investigates reported on this issue, exposing hospital group facility fees that increase costs for patients. Despite these reports, 2 Investigates reporter Amy Davis almost fell victim to the same practice.
The KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation has looked into everything from high water bills to shady contract dealings. Now, we are looking into stolen water meters.
Experiencing appliance troubles after a power surge? We’ve got you covered! Check out our answers to the most common questions to help you navigate the issue
If you find out it was damaged by the utility company supplying electricity to your home, you might expect them to pay for the damages. It’s why a lot of people are frustrated when CenterPoint Energy denies claims to pay up.
Are you one of the 18,000 people on the Houston Housing Authority's Housing Choice Vouchers waitlist? To keep your spot, you need to re-register online before the deadline.
Despite 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.
Last year’s frequent power outages in the Greater Houston area prompted a KPRC 2 investigation, revealing significant service improvements in 2025 after formal complaints were filed with the Public Utility Commission (PUC).
Despite previous warnings, jury duty scams are still targeting people. Recently, a KPRC 2 viewer shared a suspicious call she received. Investigator Amy Davis has what you need to know to stay safe.
For 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.
We are seeing real results from a KPRC 2 Investigation into the Houston Housing Authority. A third-party investigation into shady deals exposed by KPRC 2 is now complete.
If you get an unexpected high-water bill, one of the first things you should do is check your meter and make sure you don’t have a leak. But several of you have reached out to “2 Helps You” because you can’t get the lid off of your new meter box.
Thieves smashed a storefront window and stole more than $55,000 in clothing from the Lululemon in City Centre early Monday morning. Thieves also tried to hit a Lululemon store in the Heights.
How much residents pay for water in Houston is a significant focus of the ongoing “Drained” investigation. The city may hire a consulting company to study its water rates.
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.
We've got some thrilling investigations shaking up the Houston scene.
It’s a nightmare scenario: discovering your home has been stolen from you without any warning. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis has been delving into cases like these for years, uncovering the unsettling reality of property fraud.
The Houston Housing Authority’s waitlist for housing vouchers has grown to more than 18,000 families. The agency is now clarifying its roles, emphasizing that individuals must take action to maintain their place on the list.
It’s something every person will probably have to deal with at some point. We are talking about paying funeral costs for your loved one or planning ahead for yourself. Amy Davis talks with the “Funeral Negotiator” about how to keep funeral costs down.
Armed robberies of mail carriers, involving stolen mail and master mail keys, have cost customers hundreds of thousands of dollars. KPRC Investigative reporter Amy Davis has repeatedly asked the U.S. Postal Service what it is doing to protect mail.
Homeowners in Houston are increasingly considering battery backup systems to mitigate the inconvenience of power outages.
You see it all of the time around Houston. Water bubbling out of the ground or spewing from the curb from a busted water pipe. You’ve asked us what is taking so long for the city to fix all the water leaks.
You might be considering hiring someone to help you file your taxes. With numerous tax preparation ads circulating both in town and on social media, it can be challenging to determine who is trustworthy enough to handle your sensitive financial information and money.
As Houston Public Works tries to fix water billing problems uncovered in our years-long ‘DRAINED’ investigation, the utility’s lack of communication continues to frustrate customers trying to understand their bills. KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Amy Davis hears from customers who say you call the water department with questions, and most of the time, the person on the phone can’t explain what you’re seeing on your bill. Just what you see is what you get.
Patients are encouraged to share their stories and medical bills with lawmakers to illustrate the impact of facility fees on families, so it can help lawmakers understand how these fees affect everyday people.
Dr. Meagan Houston with Human Behavior Health shares insight on edibles' impact on mental health after police say a teenager shot his mother and sister in north Houston over the weekend.
We hear from customers frustrated over surprise water bills. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is following up on the city’s plan to address meter issues uncovered by the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. Davis has an update on meter replacements and customer usage.
The first phase of Houston’s water bill improvement plan is nearing completion. However, instead of improvements, many customers are reporting higher bills than before the mayor’s promised changes.
Almost everyone is feeling the pinch of rising home and auto insurance costs this year. Many people are asking why prices are higher and what they can do about it. Investigator Amy Davis is tackling these questions in this week’s “Ask Amy” segment, focusing on what consumers should know about insurance rates right now.
Months after Hurricane Beryl, many people are still dealing with insurance claims. Despite repairs being completed, insurance companies have yet to decide on payouts. What can you do?
The KPRC 2 Investigates team was recently awarded one of journalism's highest honors, a duPont-Columbia Award after years of digging, and uncovering fraud which eventually led to several arrests within the city's water department. Houston Life co-hosts Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera sat down with KPRC 2 investigative reporter Amy Davis to learn more about the Houstonians impacted by those outrageously high water bills.
Hundreds of people have reached out, eager for more details about the Houston waterline corruption scandal first exposed by KPRC 2 Investigates. Investigator Amy Davis is delving into the investigation, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the criminal case and addressing your questions.
The final person indicted in the Houston waterline contract corruption scandal has reached a plea deal. Seven people were indicted in total after a years-long KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation exposed widespread corruption in repair contracts.
Guilty pleas this week for several people indicted in the Houston waterline contract corruption scandal.
He left his job after a KPRC 2 Investigation uncovered questionable contract dealings. Now former Houston Housing Authority CEO David Northern has a new job.
In a tearful conversation with KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis, we are hearing from one of the defendants caught up in the Houston water line repair scandal.
She’s been behind bars since May 2024 - arrested after the KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation exposed widespread corruption in waterline repair contracts. What would former water department manager Patrece Lee say to KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis if she had the chance? That’s what we wanted to know. Amy Davis went to the downtown Houston jail to meet up with Lee.
The ringleader in the Houston Water Department bribery scandal is expected to accept a plea deal this week. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis, known for uncovering the department's questionable contracts, will provide updates from the courtroom.
Joseph Nerie had his bribery and tampering with government document felony charges dismissed after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor charge of offering a gift to a public servant.
KPRC 2 Investigates Amy Davis and team wins prestigious duPont-Columbia Award in New York City.
Houston city leaders are calling for increased accountability after a KPRC 2 investigation into the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) revealed questionable spending practices.
From extravagant holiday parties to high-end dining, over $100,000 was spent on non-essential activities in just 21 months. This includes a $13,546 Christmas party and wellness massages costing over $2,000.
Some stunning discoveries by KPRC investigates into how the Houston Housing Authority was spending money last year… all while saying their funds to provide rent relief to those who need it most had dried up. Investigative reporter Amy Davis has spent months exposing HHA for a series of questionable contracts and projects. The latest: Amy asked HHA to open its books.
Amidst a housing crisis affecting thousands, the Houston Housing Authority faces scrutiny over its spending practices.
Everyone deserves a community where life feels fair and safe, and that’s what KPRC 2 Investigates is all about. We’re helping families save thousands on bills, tackling problems that hit close to home, and we’re delivering real solutions that make a difference. Because at the end of the day, we’re not just reporters – we’re your neighbors, working to make life better for all of us.
HHA provides housing and services to tens of thousands of people and families in our city using mostly federal tax dollars. KPRC 2 Investigates started following that money and found tax dollars meant to pay for improvements to Houston’s housing developments was not going to where it was supposed to. We've rounded up the entire KPRC 2 Investigation in one place so you can get caught up on the latest news.
The KPRC 2 Investigation into the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) and its misuse of tax dollars has led to the resignation of its president and CEO, David Northern. Last month, we reported that Northern agreed to resign in a settlement with the HHA. Now, we’ve obtained a copy of that settlement, and the details may surprise you.
It’s a nightmare scenario: discovering your home has been stolen from you without any warning. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis has been delving into cases like these for years, uncovering the unsettling reality of property fraud.
We are hearing from dozens of Houston water bill customers who say they need help with sudden surprise bills. The KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation has been looking into water bill issues in Houston for 2+ years.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire committed to addressing the city’s water billing and meter reading issues, problems that were first exposed two years ago in the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. As the year-end deadline for his Water Bill Improvement Plan approaches, some Houston residents are experiencing new frustrations with their water bills.
Telemarketing calls can be disruptive, and many of you have recently reported receiving calls from individuals claiming to work for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These callers aren’t trying to sell you anything—they’re asking a lot of questions. KPRC’s Amy Davis looked into the legitimacy of these calls after receiving several herself.
You may soon notice a change in your water bill. Mayor John Whitmire announced that the city’s water department is ahead of schedule in replacing broken remote-read sensors attached to residential water meters.
People who live near a Channelview chemical plant say they noticed a strange, metallic smell Saturday morning. They called KPRC 2 News when firefighters on-scene at the K-Solv chemical plant wouldn’t tell them what was causing the smell.
KPRC 2 Investigates is looking into allegations that the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) is out of money to support low-income Houston families in paying rent. At the same time Investigative Reporter Amy Davis looks into substantial pay raises for the HHA executive team.
Dozens of Houston residents recently received unexpected medical bills totaling thousands of dollars for COVID tests they took back in 2020 and 2021. These bills represent balances that insurance companies did not cover, leaving patients questioning if they are required to pay these old charges.
KPRC 2′s investigative team has been named a finalist for the prestigious DuPont-Columbia Award for their hard-hitting series “DRAINED,” which uncovered severe issues within the Houston water department.
CenterPoint Energy announced late Friday it would proceed with its long-disputed rate review, ongoing since August. Alongside this announcement, the energy company presented a proposal to increase rates, aiming to recover costs from its response to severe weather in May.
As KPRC 2 Investigates the Houston Housing Authority we have uncovered a culture of intimidation and secretive deals designed to keep you in the dark. Investigative reporter Amy Davis shines a light on the practices keeping former employees silent.
The Houston Housing Authority is facing a double crisis. A recent ransomware attack has compromised their network, and their CEO is on leave amid investigations into suspicious contracts.
CEO David Northern is now on administrative leave after revelations of incomplete renovations and soaring project costs.
KPRC 2 Investigates' deep dive into questionable contracts at the Houston Housing Authority revealed the agency paid some small businesses millions with no significant work history millions of dollars. One contractor explains how he was caught up in a scheme to pay a Chicago clothing company for work he did.
A KPRC 2 investigation into the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) has exposed a series of questionable contracts and projects, prompting calls for accountability from the public. Now, Investigator Amy Davis uncovered changes to the CEO’s contract before the old one expired.
KPRC 2 and our partners at Energy Transfer, Houston Christian University and Exclusive Furniture are featuring The Restoration Team and the incredible work they do to help families around Houston with home repairs after natural disasters.
Houston’s Investigative team is not stopping anytime soon. The KPRC 2 Investigation into questionable Houston Housing Authority contracts has uncovered a bizarre business hired to help in Houston. Investigator Amy Davis has part three of the deep dive into contracts costing us millions of dollars.