Posted on · Two former Houston police officers vying to become Harris County District Attorney debate over qualifications. Democrat Clarence Bradford disagreed with Republican Pat Lykos over their experience when it comes to criminal justice. Pat Hernandez has more.
Posted on · A survey by the Texas Medical Association indicates Texas doctors are just like the rest of the country on the issue of who should be elected President. They're split almost down the middle, and health care reform is the dividing issue. Jim Bell reports.
Posted on · Harris County Judge Ed Emmett has his hands full with David Mincberg, the man who wants to replace him. The Republican incumbent and Democratic challenger squared off in a televised debate. Pat Hernandez has more.
Posted on · The grass roots community group known as ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) has been under fire lately because of voter registration fraud, allegedly committed by some of its workers. Today Houston area ACORN members and local politicans gave their side of the story. Bill Stamps has reports.
Posted on · Representatives from Congress, state and local officials all met at the George R. Brown Convention Center this morning to talk about relief efforts after Hurricane Ike. Bill Stamps has this report.
Posted on · Early voting numbers continue to be strong and Harris County Clerk Beverly Kaufman expects a new benchmark to be set when all is said and done. Pat Hernandez has more.
Posted on · State Senator John Whitmire is vowing to crackdown on Texas prisons and the people who run them. Whitmire is leading the charge after receiving phone calls from a death row inmate who allegedly bribed a guard to smuggle in a phone. Bill Stamps has the latest.
Posted on · Houston councilmembers delayed most of the significant items on the council agenda this week. Red light camera penalties and public safety radio equipment were bumped back for votes at later dates. Laurie Johnson has more.
Posted on · Re-election is no guarantee for incumbent lawmakers. In the congressional seat once held by Republican Tom Delay, Democrat Nick Lampson is fighting off a serious challenge from Pete Olson. Pat Hernandez has the story.
Posted on · Early voting began today in Texas and runs through October 31st. Local and state officials have predicted a heavy turnout. Rod Rice reports that beating long lines motivated a lot of people to cast their ballots at the first opportunity.
Posted on · Early voting begins today in Texas and officials in Harris County predict an increase in ballots being cast before election day. One local expert says some voters might still find it difficult in making a decision that's right for them.
Posted on · With the presidential election is just weeks away, Rice University computer science students are given the chance to rig a voting machine in the classroom. The result may surprise you. Pat Hernandez has the story.
Posted on · Whether you're for Barack Obama, John McCain, or undecided — today is the last day to register to vote for next month's election. Bill Stamps reports on how registration is going.
Posted on · Houston-area lawmakers played a big role in the House re-vote on a federal bail-out plan today. After voting against the package on Monday, Democrat Sheila Jackson-Lee changed that vote Friday. Sara Sciammacco has more from Washington.
Posted on · Two law enforcement veterans square off in a debate for Harris County Sheriff. The incumbent says programs he started should be completed. The challenger says it's time for change. Pat Hernandez has more.