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Posted on · There are no remaining Democratic elected officials in Liberty County, a rural community northeast of Houston, after longtime Justice of the Peace Ronnie Davis lost his re-election bid in November.
Posted on · More than $3.7 million in campaign contributions were made last month for Republican Alexandra del Moral Mealer, whereas incumbent Democrat Lina Hidalgo raised more than $911,000.
Posted on · The National Education Association will host the forum as part of its annual assembly.
Posted on · Speakers at the “She the People Presidential Forum” will include former Rep. Beto O'Rouke, Sen. Kamala Harris and Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Posted on · Renee Cross, senior director of the Hobby School of Public Affairs, says the Democratic victories in the midterm election can also be an advantage for the Bayou City.
Posted on · Many Democrats say they are concerned that immigrants are being criminally prosecuted, while also frustrated with how badly staffed those courts are.
Posted on · Voters head to the polls in eight states today to pick nominees for Senate, governor and several key congressional races that could decide control of the House of Representatives this fall
Posted on · President Trump discussed an immigration plan that includes a secure border with a wall and citizenship for 1.8 million people who were brought to the country illegally by their parents
Posted on · Watch how the son of former Democratic governor Mark White announced his candidacy for the position currently held by Greg Abbott
Posted on · Are the Democratics any closer to a unified message than Republicans? And, if so, how much of that message is simply unification against the GOP?
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: We recap some political stories that developed over the weekend. We discuss efforts to forge unity within the major political parties. Veterinarian Lori Teller answers your pet care questions. And Jeff Balke updates us on developments in Houston sports.
Posted on · Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wasted no time addressing the elephant in the room at a small rally in Houston days ago.
Posted on · Trump is fighting a thick fog of criticism over vulgar comments, Clinton's on defense against a WikiLeaks dump and the town hall format may present challenges for both. Here's what we're watching & follow our live fact—checking.
Posted on · The Democratic presidential candidate’s regional office opened September 10. Two days later, it remains short of equipment. It's unclear if the GOP's nominee has an office in Houston.
Posted on · The divide between Texans at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia seemed obvious as Bernie Sanders took the stage in an attempt to unify delegates behind Hillary Clinton.