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New Hope Housing Berry: A new chapter in affordable housing for Houston’s Northside

Read full article: New Hope Housing Berry: A new chapter in affordable housing for Houston’s Northside

Great news for those seeking affordable housing! New Hope Housing (NHH), a leading provider of affordable housing and services, will host the grand opening of its newest community tomorrow.

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How thousands of Houston families on housing waitlist can move up faster in the line

Read full article: How thousands of Houston families on housing waitlist can move up faster in the line

Houston residents seeking affordable housing will soon have a new opportunity through the Houston Housing Authority’s (HHA) latest rent relief initiative.

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Why over 18K Houston families waiting for housing need to update their applications starting May 1

Read full article: Why over 18K Houston families waiting for housing need to update their applications starting May 1

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.

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New Houston Housing Authority leader promises transparency - but at what cost?

Read full article: New Houston Housing Authority leader promises transparency - but at what cost?

The Houston Housing Authority provides housing and services to tens of thousands of low-income people in our city.

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Options for Houston families waiting for rental vouchers

Read full article: Options for Houston families waiting for rental vouchers

Thousands of low-income families in Houston have waited years to receive rental assistance. The new HHA leader has options for some people waiting for help.

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Affordable housing project in Independence Heights back on after HHA vote

Read full article: Affordable housing project in Independence Heights back on after HHA vote

An affordable housing project in Houston’s Independence Heights neighborhood is back on after being temporarily paused.

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Affordable housing project in Independence Heights paused

Read full article: Affordable housing project in Independence Heights paused

An affordable housing project in Houston’s Independence Heights neighborhood has been temporarily paused, raising significant concerns among community members and local officials.

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Who is Jamie Bryant? What we know about Houston Housing Authorities new President and CEO

Read full article: Who is Jamie Bryant? What we know about Houston Housing Authorities new President and CEO

Houston Housing Authority appoints a new CEO and President months after KPRC 2 exposed a series of questionable contracts and projects

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Houston Housing Authority announces new leader after investigation involving ‘questionable contracts’

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority announces new leader after investigation involving ‘questionable contracts’

Jamie Bryant was voted in by the HHA Board of Commissioners on Thursday.

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Ex-Houston Housing Authority leader who resigned amid investigation involving ‘questionable contracts’ lands new job

Read full article: Ex-Houston Housing Authority leader who resigned amid investigation involving ‘questionable contracts’ lands new job

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.

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KPRC 2 Investigation results: Call for accountability for Houston Housing Authority spending

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigation results: Call for accountability for Houston Housing Authority spending

Houston city leaders are calling for increased accountability after a KPRC 2 investigation into the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) revealed questionable spending practices.

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Taxpayer funds misused for parties, dining and travel by Houston Housing Authority heads

Read full article: Taxpayer funds misused for parties, dining and travel by Houston Housing Authority heads

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.

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Stunning discoveries reveal Houston Housing Authority’s lavish spending habits

Read full article: Stunning discoveries reveal Houston Housing Authority’s lavish spending habits

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.

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‘They should be helping people pay rent, not having Christmas parties’: Houstonians await answers on HHA funds

Read full article: ‘They should be helping people pay rent, not having Christmas parties’: Houstonians await answers on HHA funds

Amidst a housing crisis affecting thousands, the Houston Housing Authority faces scrutiny over its spending practices.

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KPRC 2 Investigation into Houston Housing Authority: What you need to know

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigation into Houston Housing Authority: What you need to know

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.

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Taxpayers final gift to disgraced Houston Housing Authority leader

Read full article: Taxpayers final gift to disgraced Houston Housing Authority leader

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.

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Sub-contractor backs up claims about deplorable conditions at 4th Ward Houston Housing Authority property

Read full article: Sub-contractor backs up claims about deplorable conditions at 4th Ward Houston Housing Authority property

Silgo Construction Incorporated, a subcontractor for a Fourth Ward Houston Housing Authority property, supports tenant claims of deplorable living conditions.

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Houston Housing Authority responds to rat infestation at senior living facility near downtown

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority responds to rat infestation at senior living facility near downtown

Residents of the Columbia Senior Apartments near downtown Houston have voiced concerns about a rat infestation, prompting a thorough response from the Houston Housing Authority.

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Key points: Mayor John Whitmire’s $100 million plan on tackling homelessness in Houston

Read full article: Key points: Mayor John Whitmire’s $100 million plan on tackling homelessness in Houston

Mayor John Whitmire says his vision is to get people off of the streets and instead help get them into temporary housing; with the ultimate goal of getting them affordable housing or reuniting with family.

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86-year-old woman speaks out about health, safety concerns at Houston Housing Authority property in Fourth Ward

Read full article: 86-year-old woman speaks out about health, safety concerns at Houston Housing Authority property in Fourth Ward

Monday night, KPRC 2 was at the Houston Housing Authority board meeting where the president and CEO, David Northern, resigned after investigations into questionable contracts that may have been granted to underqualified companies. At that same board meeting, an 86-year-old woman named Madine Lewis spoke out.

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$146 million apartments sit empty. Why was it built on contaminated soil?

Read full article: $146 million apartments sit empty. Why was it built on contaminated soil?

KPRC 2 Investigates the Houston Housing Authority. Federal investigators are looking into the HHA and one big development on Houston’s East End.

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Houston Housing Authority CEO resigns amid investigation involving ‘questionable contracts’

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority CEO resigns amid investigation involving ‘questionable contracts’

Northern had been placed on paid administrative leave last month pending the outcome of an investigation.

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😬...Houston named second ‘most sinful’ city in America, report says

Read full article: 😬...Houston named second ‘most sinful’ city in America, report says

Houston was ranked right behind Sin City itself: Las Vegas.

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Cancer patient, over 18K others on funding waitlist as Houston Housing Authority executives receive raises

Read full article: Cancer patient, over 18K others on funding waitlist as Houston Housing Authority executives receive raises

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.

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Houston Housing Authority names interim president, buys new security hardware amid ongoing investigation

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority names interim president, buys new security hardware amid ongoing investigation

The Houston Housing Authority has appointed a new interim President and CEO amid a scandal involving questionable contracts.

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KPRC 2 Investigates culture of intimidation and secrecy at Houston Housing Authority

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates culture of intimidation and secrecy at Houston Housing Authority

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.

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Houston Housing Authority hit by data breach amid ongoing contracts scandal

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority hit by data breach amid ongoing contracts scandal

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.

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Houston mayor says new initiative will help unhoused find a home

Read full article: Houston mayor says new initiative will help unhoused find a home

Mayor John Whitmire says his vision is to get people off of the streets and instead help get them into temporary housing; with the ultimate goal of getting them affordable housing or reuniting with family.

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‘They’ll be trapped in’: Safety concerns raised about A/C units amid KPRC 2′s Houston Housing Authority Investigation

Read full article: ‘They’ll be trapped in’: Safety concerns raised about A/C units amid KPRC 2′s Houston Housing Authority Investigation

The KPRC 2 Investigation into the Houston Housing Authority is getting attention. We have several big updates on our investigation - let’s get right to it!

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Houston Housing Authority CEO placed on administrative leave amid contract scandal uncovered by KPRC 2 Investigates

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority CEO placed on administrative leave amid contract scandal uncovered by KPRC 2 Investigates

CEO David Northern is now on administrative leave after revelations of incomplete renovations and soaring project costs.

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Former Mayor Turner’s Chief of Staff informed of HHA’s leadership problems back in 2021

Read full article: Former Mayor Turner’s Chief of Staff informed of HHA’s leadership problems back in 2021

On Tuesday, KPRC 2 investigates was on the scene on Houston’s East End as federal investigators started their second day of digging into the grounds along Buffalo Bayou.

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KPRC 2 Investigates the Houston Housing Authority: What went down behind the scenes

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates the Houston Housing Authority: What went down behind the scenes

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.

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Federal agencies conducting investigation connected to Houston Housing Authority

Read full article: Federal agencies conducting investigation connected to Houston Housing Authority

Multiple sources confirm an investigation connected to the Houston Housing Authority is underway in Houston’s East End Tuesday.

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How much does the Houston Housing Authority CEO make? KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers changes to contract

Read full article: How much does the Houston Housing Authority CEO make? KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers changes to contract

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.

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KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers bizarre business linked to HHA contracts

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers bizarre business linked to HHA contracts

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.

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KPRC 2 Investigates: Houston Housing Authority Board to bring in investigator to look into contract awarding practices

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Houston Housing Authority Board to bring in investigator to look into contract awarding practices

The KPRC 2 Investigators are looking into questionable projects orchestrated by the Houston Housing Authority.

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KPRC 2 Investigates: Houston Housing Authority project costs soar to $5.4 million

Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Houston Housing Authority project costs soar to $5.4 million

Public trust, private deals. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis continues the investigation into the Houston Housing Authority’s questionable contracts. The latest project in question: A deal to install window AC units at three Houston housing projects.

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$766K for unfinished park project: KPRC 2 Investigates Houston Housing Authority

Read full article: $766K for unfinished park project: KPRC 2 Investigates Houston Housing Authority

The Houston Housing Authority provides housing and services to tens of thousands of low-income people and families in our city using mostly federal tax dollars. But some people are worried the money meant to pay for improvements to Houston housing developments may not be going where it is supposed to.

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Construction begins on two affordable housing communities in Harris County for seniors, families in need

Read full article: Construction begins on two affordable housing communities in Harris County for seniors, families in need

With the rising rent prices, these affordable housing projects come at a vital time.

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‘Slavery is Still Legal’: Newly unveiled mural in Cuney Homes draws attention to modernized captive labor

Read full article: ‘Slavery is Still Legal’: Newly unveiled mural in Cuney Homes draws attention to modernized captive labor

This dedication ceremony took place in the heart of Houston’s historic Third Ward, at the site of the Houston Housing Authority’s first development, which opened in 1947.

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Houston Housing Authority greenlights mixed income development in Independence Heights

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority greenlights mixed income development in Independence Heights

Providing safe and affordable housing for those who need it here in Houston was the subject of several votes the Houston Housing Authority Board took up Tuesday evening.

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2 men fatally shot in southeast Houston

Read full article: 2 men fatally shot in southeast Houston

Two men were shot and killed in southeast Houston Monday, the Houston Police Department said.

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150 families being forced into homelessness due to HHA contract termination, property manager says

Read full article: 150 families being forced into homelessness due to HHA contract termination, property manager says

The Houston Housing Authority is responding to allegations made by property management at a Yellowstone area apartment complex that it’s trying to force residents into homelessness by ending a contract that provides subsidies for low-income residents.

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‘You’re the devil’: Activists cite ‘corruption’ after 150 families may lose housing on Houston’s southside

Read full article: ‘You’re the devil’: Activists cite ‘corruption’ after 150 families may lose housing on Houston’s southside

Community activists gathered on Houston’s southside Monday morning demanding answers after a highly populated apartment complex did not renew its lease, putting hundreds of residents in jeopardy of losing their place to live.

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150 families say they’re being forced into homelessness due to HHA contract termination

Read full article: 150 families say they’re being forced into homelessness due to HHA contract termination

150 families living in a decade’s old apartment complex in the Yellowstone area, said they’re being forced out because the Houston Housing Authority is refusing to subsidize their rent anymore.

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‘It’s starting to mess me up’: Woman says rats, mold has taken over her north Houston apartment and management won’t help

Read full article: ‘It’s starting to mess me up’: Woman says rats, mold has taken over her north Houston apartment and management won’t help

Residents who live at the Cranbrook Forest Apartments say they are fed up with rats, mold, and faulty appliances.

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More than 26,000 signed up for spot on Houston Public Housing waitlist so far

Read full article: More than 26,000 signed up for spot on Houston Public Housing waitlist so far

The Houston Housing Authority opened applications for a spot on its waitlist for public housing on Jan. 15, 2023, and as of Friday, the agency says more than 26,000 people have submitted applications.

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Houston Housing Authority waitlist: When it will open, how to apply and what to expect

Read full article: Houston Housing Authority waitlist: When it will open, how to apply and what to expect

The Houston Housing Authority waitlist has not been open since 2018, and with the sudden increase in rent prices, many people may need extra assistance.

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Downtown area senior living community returns after destroyed by Hurricane Harvey

Read full article: Downtown area senior living community returns after destroyed by Hurricane Harvey

Houston Housing Authority (HHA), Mayor Sylvester Turner, HUD Deputy Regional Administrator Leslie Bradley, and community stakeholders will celebrate the groundbreaking of 2100 Memorial on Tuesday.

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