Houston apartment renter frustrated with ongoing water bill battle
Read full article: Houston apartment renter frustrated with ongoing water bill battleOver half of Houston’s residents are renters, many living in apartment complexes scattered across the city. For those who pay their water bill to their landlord rather than directly to the water department, disputing discrepancies in the bill can become a complex and frustrating process.
Is the Houston water bill plan working? Who is in charge of fixing the issues exposed by KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation?
Read full article: Is the Houston water bill plan working? Who is in charge of fixing the issues exposed by KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation?The KPRC 2 'DRAINED' investigation into inaccurate and outrageous water bills got big results this past April. Now four months into the Houston Mayor's plan to fix the water billing issues we wanted to know if it's working. What's changed? And who's in charge of fixing all of the problems we exposed? KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Amy Davis is looking out for you as she checks the city's progress in correcting the water problems draining so many of you.
No bond reduction for former Houston city manager charged in contract scandal
Read full article: No bond reduction for former Houston city manager charged in contract scandalThe former Houston city manager at the center of a contract corruption scandal exposed by KPRC 2′s Amy Davis faced a judge Thursday regarding her new felony charge.
Former city manager used money from shady water line repair contracts to fund ‘so-called’ charity
Read full article: Former city manager used money from shady water line repair contracts to fund ‘so-called’ charityCourt records now reveal Patrece Lee used some of the money she got in kickbacks for a so-called charity she also set up. Investigator Amy Davis is taking you inside the charity to show you where some of your tax dollars went.
Ex-city of Houston water dept. manager admits to lying about relationship with contractor she awarded millions
Read full article: Ex-city of Houston water dept. manager admits to lying about relationship with contractor she awarded millionsPatrece Lee, the former Houston Public Works manager, admitted to lying to the inspector general's office about one of the emergency water repair contractors she awarded millions to being her relative.
Former city manager used money from shady water line repair contracts to fund ‘so-called’ charity
Read full article: Former city manager used money from shady water line repair contracts to fund ‘so-called’ charity'DRAINED' Investigation fallout. Court records now reveal Patrece used some of the money she got in kickbacks for a so-called charity she also set up. Investigator Amy Davis is taking you inside the charity to show you where some of your tax dollars went.
Former Houston city manager Patrece Lee faces new felony charge in water line repair contract scandal
Read full article: Former Houston city manager Patrece Lee faces new felony charge in water line repair contract scandalA new charge has been filed against a former city manager at the center of a contract corruption scandal in Houston.
Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocence
Read full article: Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocenceWe are hearing more from one of the main people charged in the city of Houston’s contract corruption scandal. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis was in court today for the latest developments in the case that was first brought to light because of the KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation. You may remember, Investigator Amy Davis tried knocking on the door of Andrew Thomas to ask questions about shady waterline repair contracts. He didn’t want to talk then.
‘I’ve never stolen anything in my life’: Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocence
Read full article: ‘I’ve never stolen anything in my life’: Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocenceWe are hearing more from one of the main people charged in the city of Houston contract corruption scandal. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis was in court today for the latest developments in the case was first brought to light because of the KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation.
Top 5 most outrageous Houston water bills the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ investigation helped resolve
Read full article: Top 5 most outrageous Houston water bills the KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ investigation helped resolveThe KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation is getting big results! You may know last month seven people were charged in a water line repair scandal, after Amy Davis exposed shady contract dealings. This is after the entire Houston water department changed the way they bill Houston customers. All of this is in addition to the massive amount of money Amy and the team have helped get back for customers with high and confusing water bills.
What’s being done to prevent another city contracts scandal in Houston following ‘DRAINED’ investigation
Read full article: What’s being done to prevent another city contracts scandal in Houston following ‘DRAINED’ investigationA small change to prevent another multi-million-dollar corruption scandal like the one KPRC 2 Investigates exposed in the Houston water department. Our ‘DRAINED’ investigation led to seven criminal indictments. Investigative reporter Amy Davis went to the Houston city council meeting to find out about the new change to city processes.
$4,168.67!?😱 Houston woman sent huge bill despite shutting off water herself to avoid it
Read full article: $4,168.67!?😱 Houston woman sent huge bill despite shutting off water herself to avoid itA Fifth Ward resident claims despite shutting off her own water, fearing a high bill, she still owes $4,168.67.
‘I screwed up’: Contractor charged in Houston water line repair scandal uncovered by KPRC 2′s DRAINED investigation
Read full article: ‘I screwed up’: Contractor charged in Houston water line repair scandal uncovered by KPRC 2′s DRAINED investigation💣 Shocking revelations have come to light about a corruption scandal involving waterline repair contracts in Houston. Investigative journalist Amy Davis with KPRC 2 Investigates has been at the forefront, uncovering the truth behind the shady deals that cost taxpayers millions of dollars.🔍 Several defendants have been charged with bribery, abuse of official capacity, and tampering with government documents. This case continues to unfold, and with ongoing investigations, more people may be implicated.
‘Restitution must be made’ says Judge to former Houston city worker charged after DRAINED probe into shady contracts
Read full article: ‘Restitution must be made’ says Judge to former Houston city worker charged after DRAINED probe into shady contractsDuring her first appearance in Probable Cause court Friday, a judge accosted her for abusing her position as a public servant noting there are still more than half a million dollars worth of unaccounted funds.
One of 7 charged from KPRC 2′s ‘DRAINED’ Investigation in custody, will appear in court Monday
Read full article: One of 7 charged from KPRC 2′s ‘DRAINED’ Investigation in custody, will appear in court MondayPatrece Lee has a court date scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday morning. She’s the first to appear in court following the charges being filed.
‘I think she was doing her job’: Houston’s mayor commends KPRC 2′s Amy Davis for exposing shady city contracts
Read full article: ‘I think she was doing her job’: Houston’s mayor commends KPRC 2′s Amy Davis for exposing shady city contractsHouston Mayor John Whitmire responds to corruption charges against seven people in a city water line repair scandal uncovered during KPRC 2's 'DRAINED' investigation.
Former Houston water department manager now in custody after felony charges in shady water line repair contracts
Read full article: Former Houston water department manager now in custody after felony charges in shady water line repair contractsFormer City of Houston water department manager is now in custody after being charged with abuse of official capacity, tampering with documents. Investigator Amy Davis's work has shed light on questionable contracts within the Houston Public Works department. #HoustonWaterScandal #InvestigativeReporting
Felony charges filed after ‘DRAINED’ Investigation into shady contracts
Read full article: Felony charges filed after ‘DRAINED’ Investigation into shady contractsA major break in our ‘DRAINED’ Investigation into the City of Houston water department. Seven people at the center of the waterline repair contract scandal KPRC 2 Investigates exposed are charged with bribery, abuse of official capacity and tampering with government documents. A Harris County Grand Jury handed down the indictments Thursday afternoon.
‘That’s classic public corruption’: Felony charges filed after ‘DRAINED’ Investigation into shady contracts
Read full article: ‘That’s classic public corruption’: Felony charges filed after ‘DRAINED’ Investigation into shady contractsA major break in our ‘DRAINED’ Investigation into the City of Houston water department. Seven people at the center of the waterline repair contract scandal KPRC 2 Investigates exposed are charged with bribery, abuse of official capacity and tampering with government documents.
How are Acres Homes residents dealing with high water bills compared to other Houston neighborhoods?
Read full article: How are Acres Homes residents dealing with high water bills compared to other Houston neighborhoods?Acres Homes has one of the largest Black and Brown communities in Houston, and according to residents who live there, it's also one of the most underserved neighborhoods in the city.
No water for FOUR years. Acres Homes man who launched KPRC 2′s ‘DRAINED’ Investigation still has huge water bill
Read full article: No water for FOUR years. Acres Homes man who launched KPRC 2′s ‘DRAINED’ Investigation still has huge water billAfter nearly two years of dogged reporting in our investigation of water bills “draining” Houstonians the city of Houston has made big changes. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is taking you back and following up with the very first water customer we introduced you to see how he’s doing 18 months later.
Woman at center of KPRC 2′s investigation into outrageous water bills resigns
Read full article: Woman at center of KPRC 2′s investigation into outrageous water bills resignsThe woman at the helm of Houston Public Works (HPW) and the center of KPRC 2 Investigates 2-year-long DRAINED investigation into outrageous water bills, is stepping down.
Why you may see a credit on your next Houston water bill
Read full article: Why you may see a credit on your next Houston water billIf you haven’t received your April water bill from the City of Houston, you may be pleasantly surprised. Several customers reached out to Investigative reporter Amy Davis curious about why they received credits to their bills. We are explaining why water customers are getting money back and what to look for on your own bill.
Ask Amy: Your FAQ about the new Houston water bill plan
Read full article: Ask Amy: Your FAQ about the new Houston water bill planHouston water customers DRAINED from inaccurate, exorbitant bills are hopeful the mayor’s new plan to fix the problems will work. But many of you have questions about the process. Investigative reporter Amy Davis has answers to your most common water bill plan questions.
Here’s how much more you will pay for your Houston water bill this month
Read full article: Here’s how much more you will pay for your Houston water bill this monthHouston’s latest water rate increase took effect April 1st. The city said the average customer will notice about a 9% increase in their monthly bill. Investigative reporter Amy Davis crunched the numbers to show you what it looks like on real accounts and she’s sharing what the city may do with the extra money.
Ask Amy: ‘DRAINED’ results! Plus, home warranty and contractor FAQ’s
Read full article: Ask Amy: ‘DRAINED’ results! Plus, home warranty and contractor FAQ’sIt’s been an exciting few days around here! After nearly two years of the KPRC 2 Investigates DRAINED series exposing failures at the Houston Water Department, Mayor John Whitmire announced major changes.
Popular burger joint in Houston area says Mayor Whitmire’s new water bill relief plan does not apply to businesses
Read full article: Popular burger joint in Houston area says Mayor Whitmire’s new water bill relief plan does not apply to businessesThis week, Houston mayor John Whitmire rolled out a temporary fix for inaccurate water bill complaints.
‘DRAINED’ results: Houston Mayor announces new water bill improvement plan; here’s what it means for you
Read full article: ‘DRAINED’ results: Houston Mayor announces new water bill improvement plan; here’s what it means for youAfter nearly two years of KPRC 2 Investigates DRAINED series exposing failures at the Houston Water Department, Mayor John Whitmire announces major changes. This comes a few weeks after Mayor Whitmire talked with Amy Davis about the ongoing issues and his work to find solutions for people.
Changes to Houston customer’s water bills announced by Mayor Whitmire
Read full article: Changes to Houston customer’s water bills announced by Mayor WhitmireAfter nearly two years of KPRC 2 Investigates DRAINED series exposing failures at the Houston Water Department, Mayor John Whitmire is announcing major changes.
How renters can make sure their water bill is right
Read full article: How renters can make sure their water bill is rightThe KPRC 2 ‘DRAINED’ Investigation is helping people get to the bottom of water bill issues in Houston. Investigator Amy Davis has gotten questions from renters about water bills. Often if you live in an apartment you know water bills can be unpredictable. One month it’s high and the next month it’s low. Here’s a way to determine what you actually owe for your water bill.
‘DRAINED’: Huge water bills at apartment complex, what renters can do
Read full article: ‘DRAINED’: Huge water bills at apartment complex, what renters can doWhile Houston homeowners struggle with inaccurate, seemingly impossible water bills we are hearing from landlords and renters who say they are ‘DRAINED’. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is getting to the bottom of one apartment complex water bill that - if unresolved- could leave renters homeless.
Water bill hike coming. So what is the city doing with that extra money?
Read full article: Water bill hike coming. So what is the city doing with that extra money?Houston’s water rates are going up again in less than two weeks on April 1st. It’s the fourth increase since September of 2021. Investigative reporter Amy Davis explains how much you can expect your bill to increase and what the city is doing with the extra money.
Got a water bill problem? Here’s what the Mayor says to do now
Read full article: Got a water bill problem? Here’s what the Mayor says to do nowGot a high water bill you don’t think you owe? A lot of you are asking Amy Davis what you should do about it. Her answer has changed from what she told many of you last year.
DRAINED: Thousands of water customers can now see water usage by the hour
Read full article: DRAINED: Thousands of water customers can now see water usage by the hourAs the Houston water department replaces remote read sensors on every water meter in the city, customers will have access to a new portal where they can see how much water they are using hour by hour. The portal also lets you set alerts that will be sent to your phone or email warning you if you exceed a certain number of gallons in a day, week or month. This article explains who has access to the portal and how to set up your account.