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Harris County Prepares For Flat Budget In The New Year

Posted on January 25, 2021 · Revenues are growing, but they’re not keeping pace with the demand for services, and COVID-19 will make that situation worse, according to Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.

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Houston Faces Worst Budget Crisis In Modern History

Posted on April 30, 2020 · City officials warn of across-the-board layoffs in the face of a deficit likely to surpass $200 million.

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Ogg’s Push To Hire More Prosecutors Stirs Backlash From Criminal Justice Reform Groups

Posted on February 5, 2019 · Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg is seeking an extra $20 million to hire 102 prosecutors, in order to relieve a backlog that has built up since Harvey.