Overview
- KPRC announced Tuesday that an internal review could not prove the complimentary tickets affected Daniella Guzman's news coverage and that she will return to the morning anchor desk.
- The station placed Guzman on leave on July 29 while it investigated her acceptance of complimentary Bruno Mars concert and FIFA World Cup tickets.
- Guzman made a charitable donation equal to the tickets' cash value to address concerns about an appearance of a conflict of interest.
- Records show the tickets were tied to hospitality from the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation, the public agency that runs NRG Stadium and provides VIP access to officials and partners.
- Guzman's on-air return is set for Thursday and the case is likely to prompt tighter newsroom gift rules and closer public scrutiny of county hospitality disclosure practices.