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‘I never signed anything for the boxes’: Unwanted donation bins appear on Houston-area business properties
Read full article: ‘I never signed anything for the boxes’: Unwanted donation bins appear on Houston-area business propertiesOne of the latest incidents involves a donation bin at a fast food restaurant in Houston. A manager at an El Pollo Loco restaurant noticed a box appeared on their property without permission, and paperwork associated with the bin seemed to indicate their signature had been used for authorization. However, the manager insists she never signed the paperwork.
Here’s when trash in Houston will be picked up after snow, winter conditions put things on hold
Read full article: Here’s when trash in Houston will be picked up after snow, winter conditions put things on holdIn light of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and two inclement weather days, the City of Houston's Solid Waste Management Department announced when it will be picking up everyone's trash this week.
New fee looming as Houston’s recycling program faces delays and complaints
Read full article: New fee looming as Houston’s recycling program faces delays and complaintsHouston's recycling program is facing significant challenges due to delays and a surge in complaints, with nearly 1,000 issues reported in early 2025.
Charity bins in Houston: Where do your donations go? We tracked it.
Read full article: Charity bins in Houston: Where do your donations go? We tracked it.When you drop off used shoes or clothes in one of those donation boxes at your local shopping center, you likely assume that your goods are going directly to help those in need. But a KPRC 2 investigation reveals a different reality: much of the clothing and shoes placed in these bins end up in the hands of for-profit businesses, with only a fraction of the proceeds reaching charity.
City of Houston tree waste collection has been expensive, as new fee looms
Read full article: City of Houston tree waste collection has been expensive, as new fee loomsThe City of Houston hired an army of sub-contractors to handle the millions of pounds of tree waste left in the wake of Beryl and the Derecho.
Are you recycling properly? Here are some things you possibly didn’t know
Read full article: Are you recycling properly? Here are some things you possibly didn’t knowRecycling is an important step towards conserving energy and reducing pollution. Here are some do’s and don’ts of recycling that can help you make a positive impact:
Cutting the confusion: WM’s vice president explains the do’s and don’ts of recycling
Read full article: Cutting the confusion: WM’s vice president explains the do’s and don’ts of recyclingBrent Bell, WM's VP of recycling, joins KPRC 2+ at 7 to discuss what is recyclable and what is not, and how to properly prepare items for recycling
How environmentally friendly are you? Take these quick polls to help determine exactly that
Read full article: How environmentally friendly are you? Take these quick polls to help determine exactly thatWhen it comes to climate change and environmental issues, it might feel like a lot to wrap your head around: The problems are so widespread and complex -- so if you’ve ever thought to yourself, “What can one person even DO?”, you’re likely not alone.
Have you been ‘wishcycling?’ It’s likely doing more harm than good
Read full article: Have you been ‘wishcycling?’ It’s likely doing more harm than goodFriday marks Earth Day, and according to data released by the Environmental Protection Agency in 2018, the recycling rate in the U.S. was 32.1%, down from 34.5% in 2015.
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Texas Pride Disposal offers $2,000 hiring bonus after staff shortage, customer complaints
Read full article: Texas Pride Disposal offers $2,000 hiring bonus after staff shortage, customer complaintsHomeowners in additional neighborhoods cite problems with Texas Pride Disposal’s trash and recycling pick-up.
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Houston recycling facility named No. 1 for 2020
Read full article: Houston recycling facility named No. 1 for 2020HOUSTON Houston is known for a lot of things, and now the city can add recycling to the list. According to a news release, Houstons Solid Waste Management Department recycling processing partnership with Fomento de Construcciones y Contractas (FCC) has been named as the best recycling facility in America for this year. The title was given to the facility by the National Waste and Recycling Association (NWRA) in recognition of its state-of-the-art operations. The City of Houstons partnership with FCC saves taxpayers over $500,000 in recycling costs annually, said Mayor Sylvester Turner. The award is a win for Houstonians and confirms our commitment to protecting the environment.Anyone interested in learning more ways to recycle or more information about the citys Solid Waste Management Department can visit Houstontx.gov/solidwaste.