Blowing the whistle on referee shortage: How this program aims to help nationwide issue
The 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 donโt want to be officials anymore.
Rodeo Houston tickets: Whatโs being done to fight fraud
Youโve 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.
Houston-based car buying company Vroom shuts down, some customers left in limbo
One 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 itโs not a clean closure. Customers still have a lot of questions. Investigator Amy Davis is getting answers.
5 steps to take the minute you get a high water bill
Got a high water bill you donโt think you owe? Youโre not alone. Since last November we have received calls and emails from more than 500 city of Houston water customers who are feeling โDRAINEDโ. Investigator Amy Davis has five things you should do in this order when you get a crazy high bill.
Fraud alert: Thieves target families looking for financial aid
Families with kids going to college or vocational schools may be looking for all the financial help they can get. There are a lot of places to go for scholarships and grants but you should be careful about where you apply. Thieves prey on unsuspecting families so we have three things to look out for.
Victims of Lone Star Card theft may be eligible to have benefits replaced
People whoโve had money stolen from their Lone Star Card accounts may now get it back, but you need to act now. Stolen funds are something the KPRC 2 news team has been tracking for a while now. If you think you had your SNAP benefits stolen due to fraud, such as card skimming, cloning or other methods, you may be eligible to have your benefits replaced.