VP Kamala Harris is planning a campaign rally in Houston on Friday, intensifying early voting efforts in Texas with a focus on the state's strict abortion laws.

Houston's City Controller Hollins contests Mayor Whitmire's ethics probe call, countering that similar sponsorship practices apply to the State of the City address.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire accuses City Controller Chris Hollins of a "pay to play" scheme with the city's investor conference, prompting a call for an ethics investigation.

Houston voters face a contentious $4.4 billion HISD school bond proposal, with local Democratic leaders urging rejection due to trust issues with the non-elected administration overseeing the funds.

Democratic nominee Taral Patel faces legal issues and a divided party support in the Fort Bend County Commissioner race, due to allegations of online impersonation and harassment.

Willis ISD proposes a $115.4 million bond for a new student activity center, athletic complex, and an aquatic center, mirroring previously rejected propositions.

Former prosecutors Sean Teare and Dan Simons are competing for Harris County District Attorney, promising different approaches to reform the office and address case backlogs.

Fort Bend County, Texas, prepares for early voting starting October 21st and addresses concerns over voter roll accuracy and election integrity ahead of the November general election.

The Houston City Council has unanimously decided to keep the city's tax rate at $0.519190 per $100 of taxable value despite budget concerns from storm damage.

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Colin Allred prepare for a pivotal debate in their close Texas election, with focus on abortion, immigration, and voter appeal strategies.

Chris Canetti has been named HCHSA's interim CEO while also leading Houston's FIFA World Cup 2026 committee, succeeding Janis Burke after her 18-year tenure.

Judge Kelli Johnson is on medical leave due to a head injury from a scooter accident and will return post-recovery; she continues her election campaign unopposed.

The HISD Board approved Superintendent Mike Miles' performance, a dissenting vote was cast, and a bond oversight committee was formed for a potential $4.4 billion school bond.