Politics
Harris County Leaders Approve New County Administrator Over Republican Opposition
Posted on · The two Republicans on the court argued the move was a "power grab," though Democrats already have a majority to make county-level changes.
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Houston Matters
Talking With Some Of Houston’s Newest Elected Leaders (Nov. 5, 2020)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Conversations with two of Greater Houston's newest elected leaders, a new municipal court program helps those who can't afford to pay fines, writer Cole Brown discusses his search for Black identity, and the Houston Open gets underway with limited fans.
Election 2020
With Tom Ramsey Win, Harris County Dems Fail To Gain Commissioners Court Supermajority
Posted on · Democrats already had a 3-2 majority on the court, but a minority of commissioners can still block legislation in extraordinary circumstances.
Harris County
Harris County Cuts Property Tax Rate By 2%
Posted on · The move will slightly offset higher tax bills due to rising property appraisal values.
Election 2020
Harris County Dems Could Gain Commissioners Court Supermajority In Seat Long Held By GOP
Posted on · Republican Spring Valley Village Mayor Tom Ramsey is facing former Houston mayor chief of staff Michael Moore, a Democrat, in a battle to succeed retiring Commissioner Steve Radack.
Election 2020
Houston-Area And Statewide Primary Election Runoff Report
Posted on · Winners from Tuesday's runoff will go on to the November general election.