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Bills acquire wide receiver Amari Cooper from Browns, giving QB Josh Allen a much-needed playmaker
Read full article: Bills acquire wide receiver Amari Cooper from Browns, giving QB Josh Allen a much-needed playmakerThe Buffalo Bills upgraded their patchwork group of receivers by acquiring Amari Cooper in a trade with the Cleveland Browns.
Texans Pep Talk: Houston prepares of home showdown with AFC heavyweight Buffalo
Read full article: Texans Pep Talk: Houston prepares of home showdown with AFC heavyweight BuffaloThe Houston Texans are off to a 3-1 start to the year after completing a late fourth quarter comeback over the Jacksonville Jaguars. This week on Texans Pep Talk, the crew break down the game winning touchdown and Nico Collins big day.
Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane opens camp questioning Josh Allen's latest anonymous critic
Read full article: Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane opens camp questioning Josh Allen's latest anonymous criticBuffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane opened training camp by firing back at an anonymous critic of quarterback Josh Allen.
Japan issues new yen banknotes packed with 3D hologram technology to fight counterfeiting
Read full article: Japan issues new yen banknotes packed with 3D hologram technology to fight counterfeitingJapan has issued its first new banknotes in two decades, yen packed with 3D hologram technology to fight counterfeiting.
‘It’s absolutely outrageous’: Houston resident charged surprise $400 ‘facility fee’ after doctor visit
Read full article: ‘It’s absolutely outrageous’: Houston resident charged surprise $400 ‘facility fee’ after doctor visitUnexpected, unexplained fees are driving up the cost of doctor visits for families across Houston. We are talking hundreds of dollars in charges above your co-pay. They’re called “facility fees,” and patients are told days or weeks after their appointments they have to pay up. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis is looking into these facility fees and getting answers for people who are worried about their own bills.
CenterPoint Energy seeks rate increase starting February 2024 in new proposal
Read full article: CenterPoint Energy seeks rate increase starting February 2024 in new proposalCenterPoint Energy has filed with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on Dec. 14 to increase customers energy bills by February 2024, according to its proposal.
Suspended water employee authorized $116k payment to her brother after city of Houston started investigation
Read full article: Suspended water employee authorized $116k payment to her brother after city of Houston started investigationFive weeks after KPRC 2 Investigates uncovered questionable connections between businesses awarded millions in waterline repair jobs and city of Houston employees, we're digging deeper to show you what city leaders have done with the information.
Diggs returns to practice with Bills coach McDermott saying receiver's concerns are resolved
Read full article: Diggs returns to practice with Bills coach McDermott saying receiver's concerns are resolvedStefon Diggs was back on the field practicing, and Bills coach Sean McDermott said whatever lingering issues from last season that raised concern and confusion over the absence of Buffalo’s top receiver a day earlier have been resolved.
Residents living at SE Houston condominiums with mold, maintenance issues say they are being threatened, harassed by HOA
Read full article: Residents living at SE Houston condominiums with mold, maintenance issues say they are being threatened, harassed by HOAKPRC 2 first told you about the complex in February after residents spoke out about mold, increases in HOA fees, and issues with maintenance requests. Now residents say they are receiving letters from the HOA’s attorney about harassment and the residents are also faced with a temporary restraining order.
Electric company fined $1.7 million for sticking customers with inaccurate bills for thousands of dollars
Read full article: Electric company fined $1.7 million for sticking customers with inaccurate bills for thousands of dollarsThe Texas Public Utility Commission is fining Texas New Mexico Power $1.7 million dollars for its failure to upgrade its electric meters before the 3G network it relied on was taken down.KPRC 2 Investigates has reported the problems caused by the outdated meters for months.
KPRC 2 Investigates: Wrong electric bills for customers
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Wrong electric bills for customersHundreds of electric customers in League City, Galveston, Alvin, and along the gulf coast are getting inaccurate, inflated electric bills. One woman called our KPRC 2 Investigates team when her electric company insisted she pays $2,000 she didn’t owe or get her power shut off.
After Uvalde massacre, state lawmaker eyeing how schools address truancy
Read full article: After Uvalde massacre, state lawmaker eyeing how schools address truancyThe Robb Elementary School shooter had hundreds of unexcused absences, and a House investigative report noted it was unclear whether any attempts were made by the school district to find out what was happening in the teen’s life before he was involuntarily withdrawn.
Buffalo Bills blow out champion Rams 31-10 in season opener
Read full article: Buffalo Bills blow out champion Rams 31-10 in season openerJosh Allen passed for 297 yards while accounting for four touchdowns as the Buffalo Bills stamped themselves as a clear contender for the Rams’ Super Bowl crown with a 31-10 victory over Los Angeles.
KPRC 2 Investigates why your cell phone bill might be going up next month
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates why your cell phone bill might be going up next monthYour phone bills - both cell service and landlines - may be going up next month, thanks to a fee increase passed by the Public Utility Commission in July. Many of you were emailing to ask about this, concerned about just how high your bills may go.
KPRC 2 Investigates: Unusually high water bills in the Houston area
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Unusually high water bills in the Houston areaDozens of homeowners in Kingwood are struggling to understand and pay sky-high water bills from the city of Houston. Our KPRC 2 Investigates team is looking into the bills and what you should do if you need help!
KPRC 2 Investigates what the changes to the electric market mean for your bill
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates what the changes to the electric market mean for your billOur KPRC 2 Investigates team took your questions to an energy insider to find out everything you need to know about changes to the electric market and your bill.
How you can fight back against high natural gas bills caused by the winter storm
Read full article: How you can fight back against high natural gas bills caused by the winter stormHave you looked at your natural gas bill this month? KPRC2 Investigates looks into why some natural gas customers are suddenly being hit with higher bills. What's going on and how you can fight back.
State lawmakers looking to reign in abusive HOAs
Read full article: State lawmakers looking to reign in abusive HOAsFrom overreaching homeowner’s association boards that try to control what you can do with your property to corrupt directors, KPRC 2 News has shown you the stories right here in Houston and across Texas that are frustrating hardworking homeowners.
Money to help pay utility bills: Here is how you can apply if you live in Harris, Brazoria or Galveston counties
Read full article: Money to help pay utility bills: Here is how you can apply if you live in Harris, Brazoria or Galveston countiesThere is now more help available if you need assistance paying your utility bills.
CONSUMER ALERT: What you should know if your electricity provider goes out of business
Read full article: CONSUMER ALERT: What you should know if your electricity provider goes out of businessGlossary for key terms electric customers should knowRetail Electric Provider (REP): This is the company you pay for your electric service. The Provider of Last Resort (POLR): This company becomes your provider when your REP exits the market for any reason. AdVolunteer Retail Electric Providers (VREP): A REP that has volunteered to provide POLR service. Entrust Energy customers will not need to seek a POLR. Entrust Energy customers will not have an interruption in service.
Here are winter storm relief resources for Sugar Land residents
Read full article: Here are winter storm relief resources for Sugar Land residentsSUGAR LAND, Texas – The Sugar Land City Council recently approved steps to help residents impacted by last week’s winter storm. “Residents of Sugar Land have endured conditions no one should have to experience during the past week,” said Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman in a release. AdCalculations for 2021 winter averages will be based on last year’s average to ensure excessive water usage related to the recent winter storm doesn’t create higher than normal winter averages, according to the city. AdThis will include the following items through May 1:Permit fees for repairs needed as a result of the winter storm will be temporarily waived. Contractors registering with the city to perform repairs related to the winter storm will have their annual registration fee waived.
Abbott convenes emergency meeting about ‘skyrocketing energy costs’
Read full article: Abbott convenes emergency meeting about ‘skyrocketing energy costs’(AP Photo/Eric Gay)AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott called an emergency meeting with lawmakers Saturday aimed at addressing the high energy bills being sent to some Texans after this week’s winter storm. “It is unacceptable for Texans who suffered through days in the freezing cold without electricity or heat to now be hit with skyrocketing energy costs,” Abbott said in a written statement. AdAbbott said he wants to “develop solutions to ensure that Texans are not on the hook for unreasonable spikes in their energy bills.”After the meeting, Abbott called it productive and bipartisan. According to Abbott, lawmakers will now begin the task of calculating the total cost of these energy bills and determine how the state can reduce the burden on customers.
Time to switch power providers? Why waiting until after the Texas electricity crisis could be costly
Read full article: Time to switch power providers? Why waiting until after the Texas electricity crisis could be costlyNot because it will get anyone’s lights on faster, but because residents and business owners could be out a lot of money if some electricity providers start to fold in the days ahead. CenterPoint said customers without power should be prepared to have no power for several more days. - These conditions in the electric industry mean we will likely start to see some retail electric providers (These are the companies you pay for electricity.) That is what the retail electric providers pay to get it. Some electric providers are telling customers to please leave... even offering $100 off their last electric bills to encourage customers to go somewhere else.
Chiefs coach Reid's patience in struggling players pays off
Read full article: Chiefs coach Reid's patience in struggling players pays offIt was an enormous mistake in the opening minutes of the AFC championship game on Sunday, and Chiefs coach Andy Reid could have easily given his young wide receiver the cold shoulder. They're going to keep me up, keep me motivated — make sure I don't have my head down,” Hardman said. They have been without Sammy Watkins since Week 16 because of a calf injury, and the veteran wide receiver was a surprise scratch on Sunday, putting pressure on Hardman and fellow wide receiver Byron Pringle to continue to pick up the slack. “We are a group of guys that want to be perfect and strive for that perfection, no matter what we do. I think we're going to take that same mentality into the Super Bowl.”___More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL
A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of games
Read full article: A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of gamesThey do have a sack in an NFL-record 71 straight games and have sacked Philip Rivers 15 times during seven games while he played for the Chargers. Rivers has had two or more TD passes in five straight games. He had career bests of 10 catches for 163 yards last week, and Ridley's seven 100-yard games lead the NFL. The 19 straight seasons without losing both games to a divisional opponent is an NFL record. The Jaguars have allowed at least 24 points in each of those 13 games, an NFL record.
Why women are more likely to be poor in retirement
Read full article: Why women are more likely to be poor in retirementThe average age for people going through their first divorce is 30 years old, and 40% of women older than 65 are widows. In fact, women are 80% more likely to be impoverished in retirement. She dedicates her life to helping women create a life plan, not just a financial plan. “Know what you have and know where the money is,” Bajalia told Ivanhoe. She tells other women to always be involved in all aspects of their financial life.
AFC features plenty of star power even without Tom Brady
Read full article: AFC features plenty of star power even without Tom BradyPittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)The AFC doesn’t lack for drama or star power even though Tom Brady has taken his talents to Davis Beach. WEST: The Chiefs (8-1) are still the class of the conference despite a hiccup against the resurgent Raiders (5-3), who won 40-32 at Arrowhead Stadium on Oct. 11. Mahomes became the fastest quarterback in NFL history to reach 100 TD passes, doing it in 40 games, four fewer than Dan Marino. The Broncos (3-5) have been waylaid by injuries and COVID-19 opt-outs, exposures and infections and Drew Lock went 45 drives without a TD pass.
The Latest: Home teams now 65-65-1 in this pandemic season
Read full article: The Latest: Home teams now 65-65-1 in this pandemic seasonThat means that going into tonight’s Saints-Buccaneers showdown, home teams are 65-65-1 so far this season. That homefield advantage has largely been erased with sparse crowds or no fans at games because of the coronavirus pandemic. Las Vegas though has taken control on its first two drives of the second half. Neither had started an NFL game, but both have been in the league much longer than DiNucci. The Tennessee Titans already lost left tackle Taylor Lewan for the season, and now they are without left guard Rodger Saffold.
Jets have no positive COVID-19 tests, game with Arizona on
Read full article: Jets have no positive COVID-19 tests, game with Arizona on(AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – All New York Jets players and coaches have tested negative for COVID-19, and Sunday's game against Arizona will be played on time. We look forward to our game this Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals.”During the summer, Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford had a similar false positive. By sending everyone home from the facility Friday morning, the Jets took the appropriate steps under the NFL/NFLPA COVID-19 protocols. The league already postponed, then rescheduled the Titans’ game with Pittsburgh from Oct. 4 to Oct. 25 during the outbreak. That would be the sixth NFL game to be rescheduled — all this month.
Rent. Student loans. Utility bills. How to get help if you can’t pay your bills
Read full article: Rent. Student loans. Utility bills. How to get help if you can’t pay your billsMortgagesHomeowners struggling to pay their mortgage should contact their loan servicer to discuss payment options. Some states are offering rent assistance, like Delaware, which offers up to $1,500 to residents struggling to pay rent or electric bills because of coronavirus. Student loansThose with federal student loans may not have to make payments through September 30, as the government is suspending payments and waiving interest on federal student loans for six months. The six-month suspension and interest waiver applies only to federally held loans, roughly 85% of federal student loans. That includes Direct federal loans, as well as PLUS loans that parents may have taken out on behalf of their children.
Rent is due: Here are financial resources to help you navigate all of the bills that are now due
Read full article: Rent is due: Here are financial resources to help you navigate all of the bills that are now dueKPRC 2consumer expert Amy Davis spoke with financial educator Tiffany Aliche to help guide you through which bills to pay and which ones to delay. I don’t have enough money to pay rent. Sugar Land real estate attorney Himesh Ghandi talked with Davis about what your rights are in case you can’t make rent. Worried about making your mortgage or rent payment during the coronavirus outbreak? Click here to read more about how you can get help if you are struggling with mortgage or rent payments.
Don’t pay that! These are the fees and bills you can negotiate
Read full article: Don’t pay that! These are the fees and bills you can negotiateHOUSTON – When was the last time you called your cable company to get your bill lowered? You have to do a little comparison shopping before you call up your cable company. When negotiating your cable bill, “cutting the cord” and “streaming” are things you should mention that you are considering to trim your expenses. Your cable company doesn’t want to lose you as a customer. Kyle has created this article that tells you exactly how to negotiate with Dish Network, DirecTV, AT&T, Verizon and Comcast.
Here’s what the Texans are saying about their wild win over the Bills
Read full article: Here’s what the Texans are saying about their wild win over the BillsThey call it the wild card round - well the Texans and Bills matchup lived up to the wild part of that. But several hours later and after nearly five quarters of football, the Texans emerged with an unforgettable 22-19 overtime win over the Bills. Here’s what the players and head coach Bill O’Brien were saying after their come-from-behind wild card win over the Bills. The Houston fans, they’re great because they’re going to let you know when you’re not playing well, and they’re going to let you know when you are playing well. It was a huge play.