Wishful Thinking August 31, 2009

Don’t we wish every morning in traffic looked THIS nice! Good luck tomorrow…I know a lot of you had to fight big traffic delays this Monday morning.-Jen

Traffic Cameras: Snapshot vs. Video August 25, 2009

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As much as we’d like to be able to provide streaming video to the public, the enormous hardware, bandwidth and manpower costs to provide this service for more than 600 cameras is just prohibitive.
It would also require a switch from our current Web architecture to an IP (Internet Protocol) system, and this would cost [...]

Almeda Road Construction August 20, 2009

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This is an Almeda sewer tunnel rehabilitation construction project which started on August 3rd. Traffic control includes the closing of both the southbound lanes from Airport Blvd to Almeda Plaza Drive on Almeda Road and during construction the two lanes that were being used for northbound travel have been converted to single lane [...]

Are You On Facebook? August 19, 2009

We encourage our viewers/listeners/friends to stay connected…
(Facebook Username: jennifer.reyna)
You’ll be able to see:
* When my stories air
* An array of photos only posted on FB
* Random discussions and thoughts b/w me and my friends
If you have a speaking request, are inquiring about a headshot or have a story idea…please email at jreyna@kprc.com. Emailing me at [...]

Greening Your Home: Low Income Assistance August 18, 2009

Let us…HELP YOU:
The federally-funded Weatherization Assistance Program helps low-income persons control their home’s energy costs through FREE energy efficiency measures (professionals install insulation, caulking, new doors and more if you sign up with the program) and education.
To find out if you qualify : shelteringarms.org.

To Apply: Harris County residents should call the 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE for more information. (Or 713-957-4357)
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Hotshot Picture: 290 NW August 15, 2009

CYPRESS AREA            CYPRESS AREA            CYPRESS AREA
Kim/Randy – thanks for sharing the beautiful shot and Kim, please tell me that you were the passenger? Thanks for waking up to us every morning. Be safe! -Jen

CONSTRUCTION ON HILLCROFT August 14, 2009

Notification of Capital Improvement Plan
Construction Project in the Sharpstown Area

Project Description: Hillcroft Ave Reconstruction from Bellaire Blvd. to Southwest Frwy (US59)
Construction Cost: [...]

This One Is For Teachers/Staff… August 11, 2009

Is your school district watching out for THEIR funds and YOUR job? Less pink slips are being handed out thanks to cost cutting upgrades.

Upcoming Event: Anti-Gang Career Day August 3, 2009

MAYOR’S ANTI-GANG OFFICE HOSTS YOUTH CAREER EXPLORATION DAY
Moderated by Jennifer Reyna of KPRC TV
The City of Houston Mayor’s Anti-Gang Office will host a youth career day on Thursday, August 6 from 10 am until 12 noon at Ripley House, 4410 Navigation. As part of the Anti-Gang Office’s summer youth enrichment program, this is the second [...]

Power In The Palm Of Your Hand August 2, 2009

I walked into T Mobile recently…only to find out that they are responding to Apple’s iPhone with the My Touch 3G, launching in days. With a data plan you can have immediate access to a Houston traffic map AND GET THIS…Houston Transtar Cameras showing live pictures of traffic!!! (Thanks Dylan S. for pointing that out) I [...]