Video Contradicts ICE After Agent Runs Over Man in Houston Surveillance footage contradicts ICE's account of why an agent struck a fleeing man near Houston. Officials demand body cam footage. Latin Times · Oct 13
In Harris County judge runoff, a Democratic upset underscores voters’ desire for new blood Former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated longtime local politician Annise Parker to win the Democratic nomination for Harris County judge in what political experts say might be a sign of the changing of the guard. The Texas Tribune · May 29
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Lina Hidalgo Had a Vision. Harris County Won’t See It. Her anti-climactic exit from office caps a saga of waning power and growing discord. But what her rise once promised is worth remembering. Texas Observer · Dec 9, 2025
Greg Abbott vows to spend mightily to turn Harris County red The county, which includes Houston, is critical to both parties' statewide ambitions, but has been blue for about decade. The Texas Tribune · Nov 21, 2025
Harris County immigrant legal services program paused as court battle continues The Texas Supreme Court has temporarily blocked Harris officials from financially supporting nonprofits that assist immigrants in deportation cases. The state is trying to permanently bar such programs. The Texas Tribune · Nov 11, 2025
Lina Hidalgo, Harris County chief executive, won’t seek reelection The progressive Democrat’s upset win at the age of 27 established her as a rising star. But her ascent was stunted in recent years amid clashes with fellow Democrats and unwavering GOP scrutiny. The Texas Tribune · Sep 16, 2025
Harris County leader wants voters to extend child care efforts as pandemic funding runs out The debate over whether to ask voters to cover the program comes as the nation’s third-largest county faces a projected $270M budget shortfall. The Texas Tribune · Aug 4, 2025
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announces run for Lina Hidalgo’s seat atop Harris County government If Hidalgo decides to seek another term, she and Parker would face off in the March 2026 Democratic primary. The Texas Tribune · Jun 11, 2025
Crockett torches "career criminal" Trump "Will a vindictive, vile villain violate voters’ vision?" the Texas Democrat questioned at the DNC Salon · Aug 20, 2024
Jasmine Crockett at DNC says race is between career prosecutor and career criminal The Dallas freshman congresswoman took to the national convention stage to ridicule former President Donald Trump and extol Vice President Kamala Harris. The Texas Tribune · Aug 20, 2024
Ted Cruz touts endorsement from Kim Ogg, a Houston Democrat, in bid for crossover votes Ogg is no darling of the left. She lost her Democratic primary in a landslide election this year after a number of intraparty feuds. The Texas Tribune · Aug 6, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris Raises .5 Million In Houston Fundraiser Vice President Kamala Harris raises .5 million at successful fundraiser in Houston, showcasing strong donor support and engagement with various communities. Top News · Jul 31, 2024
Harris County, Texas Urged To Take Shelter As Beryl Approaches Residents in Harris County, Texas, advised to seek shelter as Hurricane Beryl approaches. Stay safe and follow local officials' instructions. Top News · Jul 8, 2024
The Texas Tribune · Jun 26, 2024 Lina Hidalgo receives ethics fine after endorsing a primary candidate at a Harris County press conference The $500 fine from the Texas Ethics Commission comes after the agency found the Harris County judge broke state campaign laws barring use of government resources for political purposes.
The Independent UK · May 19, 2024 Power expected to be restored to most affected by deadly Houston storm Houston area residents affected by deadly storms last week that left at least seven dead were finally getting some good news
International Business Times · May 18, 2024 Houston Faces Long Recovery Amid Smog Warning And Heatwave After Devastating Storms The National Weather Service has warned residents to be cautious of heat exhaustion during cleanup efforts.
The Independent UK · May 18, 2024 Widespread power outages from deadly Houston storm raise new risk: hot weather As the Houston area works to clean up and restore power to thousands after deadly storms, it will do so Saturday under a smog warning and as all of southern Texas starts to feel the heat
WEKU · May 4, 2024 Hundreds are rescued from their homes after Houston area flooding A wide region was swamped from Houston to rural East Texas, where game wardens rode airboats through waist-high waters rescuing both people and pets.
The Texas Tribune · Apr 25, 2024 Harris County prosecutor hands criminal case into Lina Hidalgo’s staffers over to state attorney general Hidalgo’s staffers were indicted on felony charges related to how they allegedly helped award an $11 million contract to a political consulting firm headed by a Democratic strategist.
The Guardian - US · Mar 20, 2024 Confusion in Texas after appeals court blocks border arrest law State law that would allow local officers to arrest migrants halted hours after US supreme court allowed it
Texas Observer · Mar 6, 2024 In the Ogg House: Harris County DA Ousted in Primary Challenger Sean Teare handily took out the embattled two-term incumbent Kim Ogg.
The Texas Tribune · Nov 28, 2023 Kamala Harris touts White House record at Latino event ahead of 2024 The vice president’s Houston visit comes as the Biden campaign works to shore up Latino support ahead of a potential rematch against former President Donald Trump next year.
The Texas Tribune · Sep 14, 2023 Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo extends mental health leave The county’s top elected official will be discharged from a mental health facility this weekend and plans to return to work on Oct. 2 after two weeks of outpatient therapy.
The Texas Tribune · Aug 7, 2023 Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo takes leave of absence to treat depression Hidalgo said she was diagnosed with the condition last month and aims to return to her post in September. More people across the country have been diagnosed with the condition since the COVID-19 pandemic.