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How much does Houston Housing Authority CEO make? KPRC 2 Investigates uncovers contract changes
SUMMARY: KPRC2’s investigation into the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) reveals questionable contracts and contractor ties to government employees. The HHA operates independently, funded primarily by HUD, and is overseen by a board appointed by the mayor. CEO David Northern, hired in 2022, has a controversial contract that was amended in August 2023 to extend his tenure and improve his severance terms. Despite recent removal of several board members by Mayor Whitmire due to mismanagement concerns, the new board is still bound by Northern’s amended contract. An external legal counsel has been hired to investigate his performance amidst ongoing accountability demands.
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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Fatal crash of mother, daughter highlights need for affordable childcare
SUMMARY: A tragic incident occurred when Deputy Katherine Hudson, working a second job on the Katy Freeway, was killed while her 7-year-old daughter was in the car. Sources revealed that Hudson could not find affordable child care, which led her to bring her daughter along. Experts from the Children at Risk advocacy group highlight the statewide need for affordable child care that accommodates irregular hours. They stress that the lack of accessible child care affects not only families but the entire community, urging action as the next legislative session approaches.
The death of a deputy constable and her daughter, struck by an impaired driver while she worked a second job, sheds light on the growing demand for affordable childcare solutions.
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More than $225 million allocated to support rural law enforcement | Texas
SUMMARY: Texas has allocated over $225 million in grants to enhance law enforcement in rural areas, addressing salary and recruitment challenges. The Rural Law Enforcement Grant Program, established by SB 22 in 2023, aims to bridge funding gaps in under-resourced counties. In fiscal 2024, $125.7 million was awarded to 502 recipients, and $98.4 million in fiscal 2025 to 396 recipients. While the program has enabled significant salary increases and hiring, some sheriffs report that county officials are blocking funds for political reasons. Advocates suggest allowing direct applications from sheriffs for a more effective funding process.
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Houston forecast: Tracking 2 cold fronts for Thanksgiving week
SUMMARY: Good Saturday morning! Meteorologist Chris Ramirez forecasts pleasant weather in Houston, with temperatures reaching the 70s today and possibly up to 80° on Sunday. Next week, two cold fronts are expected, with the first arriving Monday, bringing cooler conditions and drizzle leading into Thanksgiving. Highs will start at 73° on Thanksgiving Day before falling throughout the day, with overnight lows dropping into the 50s. There’s no significant rainfall expected soon, despite ongoing moderate drought conditions in some areas. Travelers should prepare for drizzly conditions on the busy travel day, Wednesday. Stay updated on KHOU.com.
The KHOU 11 Weather Team is tracking two cold fronts as we get ready for Thanksgiving week.
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