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Affordable housing project in Independence Heights paused
Read full article: Affordable housing project in Independence Heights pausedAn affordable housing project in Houston’s Independence Heights neighborhood has been temporarily paused, raising significant concerns among community members and local officials.
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 CEOHouston Housing Authority appoints a new CEO and President months after KPRC 2 exposed a series of questionable contracts and projects
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.
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 jobHe left his job after a KPRC 2 Investigation uncovered questionable contract dealings. Now former Houston Housing Authority CEO David Northern has a new job.
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 spendingHouston city leaders are calling for increased accountability after a KPRC 2 investigation into the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) revealed questionable spending practices.
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 headsFrom 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.
Stunning discoveries reveal Houston Housing Authority’s lavish spending habits
Read full article: Stunning discoveries reveal Houston Housing Authority’s lavish spending habitsSome 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.
‘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 fundsAmidst a housing crisis affecting thousands, the Houston Housing Authority faces scrutiny over its spending practices.
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 knowHHA 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.
Taxpayers final gift to disgraced Houston Housing Authority leader
Read full article: Taxpayers final gift to disgraced Houston Housing Authority leaderThe 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.
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 propertySilgo Construction Incorporated, a subcontractor for a Fourth Ward Houston Housing Authority property, supports tenant claims of deplorable living conditions.
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 downtownResidents of the Columbia Senior Apartments near downtown Houston have voiced concerns about a rat infestation, prompting a thorough response from the Houston Housing Authority.
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 HoustonMayor 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.

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 WardMonday 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.
$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.

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.
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 raisesKPRC 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.
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 investigationThe Houston Housing Authority has appointed a new interim President and CEO amid a scandal involving questionable contracts.
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 AuthorityAs 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.
Houston Housing Authority hit by data breach amid ongoing contracts scandal
Read full article: Houston Housing Authority hit by data breach amid ongoing contracts scandalThe 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.
Houston mayor says new initiative will help unhoused find a home
Read full article: Houston mayor says new initiative will help unhoused find a homeMayor 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.
‘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 InvestigationThe 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!
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 InvestigatesCEO David Northern is now on administrative leave after revelations of incomplete renovations and soaring project costs.
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 2021On 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.
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 scenesKPRC 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.
Federal agencies conducting investigation connected to Houston Housing Authority
Read full article: Federal agencies conducting investigation connected to Houston Housing AuthorityMultiple sources confirm an investigation connected to the Houston Housing Authority is underway in Houston’s East End Tuesday.
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 contractA 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 Investigates uncovers bizarre business linked to HHA contracts
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers bizarre business linked to HHA contractsHouston’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.
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 practicesThe KPRC 2 Investigators are looking into questionable projects orchestrated by the Houston Housing Authority.
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 millionPublic 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.
$766K for unfinished park project: KPRC 2 Investigates Houston Housing Authority
Read full article: $766K for unfinished park project: KPRC 2 Investigates Houston Housing AuthorityThe 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.
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 needWith the rising rent prices, these affordable housing projects come at a vital time.
‘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 laborThis 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.
Houston Housing Authority greenlights mixed income development in Independence Heights
Read full article: Houston Housing Authority greenlights mixed income development in Independence HeightsProviding 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.
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 saysThe 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.
‘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 southsideCommunity 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.
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 termination150 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.
‘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 helpResidents who live at the Cranbrook Forest Apartments say they are fed up with rats, mold, and faulty appliances.
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 farThe 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.
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 expectThe Houston Housing Authority waitlist has not been open since 2018, and with the sudden increase in rent prices, many people may need extra assistance.
Downtown area senior living community returns after destroyed by Hurricane Harvey
Read full article: Downtown area senior living community returns after destroyed by Hurricane HarveyHouston Housing Authority (HHA), Mayor Sylvester Turner, HUD Deputy Regional Administrator Leslie Bradley, and community stakeholders will celebrate the groundbreaking of 2100 Memorial on Tuesday.