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Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas go on strike, a standoff risking new shortages
Read full article: Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas go on strike, a standoff risking new shortagesDockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas have started walking picket lines in a strike over wages and automation that could reignite inflation and cause shortages of goods if it goes on more than a few weeks.
‘I’m screaming. I’m yelling. I’m upset’: Houston Cash App fraud victims lose thousands of dollars
Read full article: ‘I’m screaming. I’m yelling. I’m upset’: Houston Cash App fraud victims lose thousands of dollarsCash App customers may be able to claim $2,500 each as part of a $15 million settlement for data and security breaches.
‘I’ve been meaning to reach you about your car’s extended warranty’: Is it a scam or just misleading?
Read full article: ‘I’ve been meaning to reach you about your car’s extended warranty’: Is it a scam or just misleading?They try by phone, by email and even by mail. It seems a carrier pigeon is the only method of communication these companies looking to reach you about your vehicle’s extended warranty.
Texas health department issues recall alert for Diamond Shruumz brand products after reports of severe illness in people
Read full article: Texas health department issues recall alert for Diamond Shruumz brand products after reports of severe illness in peopleA recall alert has been issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services for Diamond Shruumz brand products after reports of severe illness in people who consumed them.
Need to stock up for the rest of Houston’s hurricane season? Here are 4 ways to save on Amazon Prime Day
Read full article: Need to stock up for the rest of Houston’s hurricane season? Here are 4 ways to save on Amazon Prime DayAmazon Prime Day is July 16 and 17th. KPRC 2's Bill Spencer has four things you can do right now to save and how you might be able to get the sale prices without being a prime member.
How to report price gouging in Texas
Read full article: How to report price gouging in TexasDuring a declared state of emergency, the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act makes it illegal for a business or individual to sell or lease fuel, food, medicine, lodging, building materials, construction tools, or other necessities at an exorbitant or excessive price.
Toys, silverware from 1800s? Great Lakes shipwreck explorer takes us back to the past
Read full article: Toys, silverware from 1800s? Great Lakes shipwreck explorer takes us back to the pastThe objects are from a shipwreck located in Lake Michigan that represent a link to life back sometime in the 1800s.
How to wipe out huge credit card debt simple and fast
Read full article: How to wipe out huge credit card debt simple and fastTed Rossman, a credit expert with bankrate.com, says credit card debt now stands at a staggering $1.18 trillion in this country, with 49% of all credit card users carrying that debt month after month.
Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!
Read full article: Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!The coming days will be filled with egg hunts, candy being handed out, pictures with the Easter bunny, and other family portraits to commemorate the most important day on the Christian calendar.
2 more porn companies being sued by Texas AG Ken Paxton for violating age verification law
Read full article: 2 more porn companies being sued by Texas AG Ken Paxton for violating age verification lawThe lawsuit alleges two major pornography companies that operate sites such as “Chaturbate” and “xHamster” violate a law that requires age verification.
Have financial stress due to eating out too much? Here are 5 tips to help
Read full article: Have financial stress due to eating out too much? Here are 5 tips to helpIt’s mentally healthy to treat yourself and eat out every so often, but what are ways you can do so without crossing that line to financial troubles?
These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
Read full article: These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrationsA tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
Blowing the whistle on referee shortage: How this program aims to help nationwide issue
Read full article: Blowing the whistle on referee shortage: How this program aims to help nationwide issueThe billion-dollar youth and high school sports industry around the country has been plagued by a referee shortage, with overbearing parents and coaches and time demands being examples of why many don’t want to be officials anymore.
Rodeo Houston tickets: What’s being done to fight fraud
Read full article: Rodeo Houston tickets: What’s being done to fight fraudYou’ve probably seen the rodeo concert ticket sales all over social media. But watch out - a lot of those ads are fake and just thieves trying to trick you. The folks from Rodeo Houston are working to stop fraud and protect you from getting ripped off.
10 ways to spice up your Galentine’s Day
Read full article: 10 ways to spice up your Galentine’s DayGalentine’s Day, created and popularized by Leslie Knope from “Parks and Recreation”, is about acknowledging and celebrating the love and joy only found with female companions, allowing all the women in our lives to feel special and appreciated.
Did you Know Your Garage Needs a Yearly Service? Check Out These Great Ways to Upgrade and Care for Your Garage
Read full article: Did you Know Your Garage Needs a Yearly Service? Check Out These Great Ways to Upgrade and Care for Your GarageHouston Life's Melanie Camp chats with Garage Door Doctors owner Tommy Mello to get a few great ways to upgrade and care for your garage.
Houston-based car buying company Vroom shuts down, some customers left in limbo
Read full article: Houston-based car buying company Vroom shuts down, some customers left in limboOne of the largest online used car dealers in the country just closed and this one is in our backyard. Houston-based Vroom, that took over Texas Direct Auto in 2015, is no longer selling cars. But it’s not a clean closure. Customers still have a lot of questions. Investigator Amy Davis is getting answers.
Got storm damage? Red flags to look for before hiring someone to repair storm-damaged homes
Read full article: Got storm damage? Red flags to look for before hiring someone to repair storm-damaged homesRoofers and repair people who knock on your door may be up to no good. Investigator Amy Davis has what you should know about hiring contractors and filing insurance claims.
Meeting strangers, staying safe: A guide to secure in-person transactions
Read full article: Meeting strangers, staying safe: A guide to secure in-person transactionsDive into the world of in-person transactions with confidence! Our article, guided by expert insights from the Houston Police Department, offers essential tips to ensure your safety when buying or selling items with strangers.
Rats, mold, no hot water: Pasadena residents complaining about broken mailboxes plead to KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke for help
Read full article: Rats, mold, no hot water: Pasadena residents complaining about broken mailboxes plead to KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke for helpIf broken mailboxes at the Pointe Apartments complex in Pasadena weren’t bad enough, residents came to KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke complaining about problems beyond it.
Dizzying heights: The staggering cost of last-minute tickets for the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship
Read full article: Dizzying heights: The staggering cost of last-minute tickets for the 2024 College Football Playoff National ChampionshipLast-minute madness: 2024 CFP National Championship tickets hit eye-watering prices on the secondary market
Native’s latest collection invites you to smell like Girl Scout cookies because who needs regular body wash?
Read full article: Native’s latest collection invites you to smell like Girl Scout cookies because who needs regular body wash?Indulge your senses: Native launches limited-edition Girl Scout Cookie-inspired collection for a cookie-scented shower experience
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Black Friday 2023: See Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Kohls, Home Depot, Macy’s store hours
Read full article: Black Friday 2023: See Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Kohls, Home Depot, Macy’s store hoursBlack Friday is almost upon us, when retailers kick off the holiday season with offers meant to get customers in the shopping mood.
5 reasons why people with disabilities are great hires for holiday work, and beyond
Read full article: 5 reasons why people with disabilities are great hires for holiday work, and beyondEach year retail stores hire more workers than usual to make sure they can accommodate all the extra people and demand for goods, although one group that can overlooked is those with disabilities.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Spencer Solves It: How to cut costs on car insurance, auto loans, and credit card interest rates
Read full article: Spencer Solves It: How to cut costs on car insurance, auto loans, and credit card interest ratesKPRC 2′s Bill Spencer is helping you drastically cut costs on some of your biggest expenses by giving you solutions that really work.
Love to wear sports jerseys? Share with us your favorites!
Read full article: Love to wear sports jerseys? Share with us your favorites!The world loves to wear sports jerseys, as evidenced by Statista reporting that more than $65 billion in jerseys, sweatshirts and pullovers is expecting to be sold in 2023.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
‘Free oil change for life’ = not free anymore
Read full article: ‘Free oil change for life’ = not free anymoreWhat if you paid extra for a service that the dealership later refused to honor? It’s happening to dozens of customers at two big Houston area car dealerships and many of those consumers reached out to KPRC 2 Investigates for help.
Israel-Hamas conflict: Will guided tours of Holy Land be canceled or delayed?
Read full article: Israel-Hamas conflict: Will guided tours of Holy Land be canceled or delayed?Since the war between Israel and Hamas started on Oct. 7, it’s fair to wonder how those who have planned trips or tours in the region will be affected.
5 steps to take the minute you get a high water bill
Read full article: 5 steps to take the minute you get a high water billGot a high water bill you don’t think you owe? You’re not alone. Since last November we have received calls and emails from more than 500 city of Houston water customers who are feeling ‘DRAINED’. Investigator Amy Davis has five things you should do in this order when you get a crazy high bill.
Auto loan interest rates are skyrocketing: We’ve got 5 solutions to save you money
Read full article: Auto loan interest rates are skyrocketing: We’ve got 5 solutions to save you moneyKPRC 2 Investigates is about to show you five solutions to getting the lowest possible auto loan rate on your new car.
Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks got her own Barbie — and it’s already sold out
Read full article: Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks got her own Barbie — and it’s already sold out“When I look at her, I see my 27 year old self — All the memories of walking out on a big stage in that black outfit and those gorgeous boots come rushing back," the music legend wrote of the doll.
Over 300,000 self-balancing electric skateboards recalled after dozens of injuries, including 4 deaths reported
Read full article: Over 300,000 self-balancing electric skateboards recalled after dozens of injuries, including 4 deaths reportedThe makers of Onewheel self-balancing electric skateboards have recalled 300,000 units after dozens of incident reports, including four deaths.
Would a flying car actually be viable for the public?
Read full article: Would a flying car actually be viable for the public?During a presentation of the car, Alef Aeronautics CEO Jim Dukhovny said the car has eight propeller motors and can both drive on the street, and take off and fly vertically over traffic.
Water beads sold at Target recalled after baby dies, another baby injured. Here’s what you should know
Read full article: Water beads sold at Target recalled after baby dies, another baby injured. Here’s what you should knowThe Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of about 52,000 Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits sold by Target due to ingestion, chocking and obstruction hazards.
North Harris County Regional Water Authority board votes to reduce water rates for second time in 2023
Read full article: North Harris County Regional Water Authority board votes to reduce water rates for second time in 2023The board of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority (NHCRWA) voted to reduce water rates during Monday’s meeting.