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10 massage spas in Houston area suspected of human trafficking will be closed, owner agrees to quit industry
Read full article: 10 massage spas in Houston area suspected of human trafficking will be closed, owner agrees to quit industryInvestigators said Yu Sheng Chen has agreed to close 10 massage establishments he owns and quit the industry in Texas.
Ask Amy: New law targets massage spas in Houston neighborhoods
Read full article: Ask Amy: New law targets massage spas in Houston neighborhoodsFor years, Houston has struggled with illicit businesses posing as massage spas, often operating near homes and schools. KPRC 2′s Amy Davis explains a new law that is now making it easier for authorities to take action.
Terms for Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul include heavier gloves, shorter rounds
Read full article: Terms for Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul include heavier gloves, shorter roundsMike Tyson’s fight against Jake Paul in Texas this summer has been sanctioned as a competitive boxing match rather than an exhibition.
Ask Amy: ‘DRAINED’ results! Plus, home warranty and contractor FAQ’s
Read full article: Ask Amy: ‘DRAINED’ results! Plus, home warranty and contractor FAQ’sIt’s been an exciting few days around here! After nearly two years of the KPRC 2 Investigates DRAINED series exposing failures at the Houston Water Department, Mayor John Whitmire announced major changes.
Ask Amy: Home warranty company help, what to ask every contractor
Read full article: Ask Amy: Home warranty company help, what to ask every contractorWhat can you do if a company won’t honor a warranty? What’s the one question you should always ask a contractor? From home warranties to hiring contractors Amy Davis is getting answers to common questions you ask.
Ask Amy: Common reasons home warranty claims are denied, how to fight it
Read full article: Ask Amy: Common reasons home warranty claims are denied, how to fight itYou may have a home warranty to help cover you in case something breaks but many times people are denied coverage. Learn the common reasons claims are denied and what you can do to fight back.
TDLR issues Stop-Sale Order against north Houston gas station for selling bad diesel fuel
Read full article: TDLR issues Stop-Sale Order against north Houston gas station for selling bad diesel fuelThe Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued a Stop-Sale Order against Tristar Convenience Stores Inc., DBA Handi Stop #108, at 3013 Collingsworth St., in Houston for allegedly selling bad diesel fuel.
Stranded then snubbed? KPRC 2 Investigates finds you may have a hard time getting help if you get bad gasoline in your vehicle
Read full article: Stranded then snubbed? KPRC 2 Investigates finds you may have a hard time getting help if you get bad gasoline in your vehicleWhen gas station pumps dispense contaminated fuel into your tank it can cause thousands of dollars in damage. The station that sold the gas is ultimately responsible but lawmakers made a change recently that seems to be giving gas stations selling bad fuel a pass. Our KPRC 2 Investigates team met with one Galveston man who has been dealing with one bad gas problem and we’ve also uncovered new information about why it may be so hard for him to get answers.
What you need to know about the latest phishing scam targeting TDLR licensees
Read full article: What you need to know about the latest phishing scam targeting TDLR licenseesHOUSTON – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has issued a warning about a phishing scam targeting people with TDLR accounts. According to the agency, licensees have been getting emails asking them to validate their profile information by clicking on a link that is not associated with the TDLR. Here is what the TDLR says you should watch for:Emails that appear to be from the TDLR, but have a return address that does not belong to the agency. Any email that says licensees are required to validate their information no later than Dec. 24 or their next renewal could be delayed. Emails asking you to click on a link and then require you to enter personal information to “validate” it.
First-of-its-kind driving course for deaf or hard of hearing students launches in Texas
Read full article: First-of-its-kind driving course for deaf or hard of hearing students launches in TexasHOUSTON The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) released a first-of-its-kind driving course for death or hard or hearing students. The course was required by Senate Bill 1051 and developed by a state agency in the United States. The goal of the course is to provide minors and adults who are deaf or hard of hearing to participate in the classroom portion of the course, but they are not required to use it. TDLR is proud to make this driving course available for deaf or hard of hearing students. ASL must be taken through a TDLR-licensed driver education school for students to receive the certificate of completion thats needed to complete the drivers license application process.