Una investigación de Houston Landing revela que el desarrollador más grande de Liberty County rutinariamente vende, reclama, y re-vende propiedades a una comunidad mayormente Latina.
Angelica Perez
Angelica Perez is a general assignment reporter on the Landing's education team. Her role primarily involves covering education news in five local school districts, helping families advocate for their child in school, and engaging with communities to increase readership and viewership of the Landing's work. Angelica previously served as a civic engagement reporter at the Landing, writing explainers and guides that helped empower Houstonians. A Houston native, Angelica previously worked at the Dallas Morning News as a breaking news intern. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington, where she studied journalism and served as editor in chief of the student newspaper, The Shorthorn. In her free time, Angelica can be found spending time with her family, traveling to new places, or reading a good book.
Posted inPolitics & Government
DOJ sues Colony Ridge, calling it a ‘bait-and-switch’ sales scheme targeting Latino buyers
The Department of Justice and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau lawsuit echoes many of the findings in a recent Houston Landing investigation.
Posted inExplainers & Guides
Is your home in a cancer cluster? Here’s how to identify environmental risks in Houston
When buying a home, Houstonians often consider the school district or the size of their backyard. But they might not think about the neighborhood’s environmental condition – a relevant issue in a city ranked as one of the 10 most polluted cities in the country. A new Houston Landing investigation reveals how in one community, […]
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Where food-insecure Houstonians can receive free food, meals around Christmas Day
As some Houstonians find themselves struggling to find food for the holiday season, many organizations plan to host events to provide groceries or hot meals during the weeks leading up to Christmas Day. Harris County has a food insecurity rate of 13.8 percent, according to Feeding America, meaning that many Houstonians don’t have access to […]
Posted inInvestigations
Colony Ridge sold over 35,000 properties. Nearly half ended up back in its hands.
A Houston Landing investigation reveals an unusually high turnover rate of Latino-owned properties in Colony Ridge, Liberty’s County’s largest developer.
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A guide to giving back: Where to volunteer, donate items for Thanksgiving in Houston
If you want to give back this holiday season, here are Houston-area nonprofits to volunteer at and a list of donation items they need.
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Here are a few Houston organizations giving out free Thanksgiving meals and groceries
With the rising cost of groceries, many families may find it difficult to afford a full Thanksgiving meal this year. Fortunately, these organizations will offer free hot Thanksgiving dishes or food supplies so you can make your own meal at home. Here are a few places to check out: Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and the […]
Posted inDiverse Communities
Report: Immigration surging from other countries, making Houston even more diverse
A report by the Migration Policy institute found that the immigrant landscape in the Houston region is becoming far more diverse than many people might realize.
Posted inElections
Explained: Voters to decide Houston charter amendments and $2.5 billion hospital bond
In addition to mayor’s race, and more than a dozen amendments to the Texas Constitution, voters are asked to consider three local propositions.
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10 things to know about the new COVID-19 vaccines, including where to get them in Houston
As new strains of COVID-19 emerge, new and updated vaccines are being rolled out nationwide. Here’s everything to know about receiving them in Houston.