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Ken Paxton sues Bexar County over voter registration outreach effort

The move escalates Texas Republicans’ brewing fight with urban counties over initiatives to proactively send applications to unregistered voters.

The Texas Tribune

Harris County voter outreach proposal sparks another fight with Texas Republicans

The county plans to ID eligible voters and send them registration forms. GOP officials say it’s an end-run around state law.

The Texas Tribune

After Hurricane Beryl, Cooling Centers Were Few and Slow to Arrive for Houstonians of Color—Some Died of Heat Exposure

During the power outage following the storm, a shocking lack of support in vulnerable communities reflected a larger breakdown in coordination between the state, CenterPoint Energy, and local governments.

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Texas will send inspectors to monitor 2024 elections in Harris County

An audit by the Texas Secretary of State’s Office found improved elections procedures, but the office is sending monitors because of past problems.

The Texas Tribune

Harris County Revamps Guaranteed Income Program Amid Legal Challenges

Harris County, Texas adjusts Uplift Harris guaranteed income program following legal challenges, now providing 0 monthly debit cards for essential needs.

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Investigation Finds No Election Influence In Harris County

Investigation in Harris County reveals no intent to influence 2022 elections; employee faces criminal charges for misconduct.

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When Texas jail standards push inmates to lockups in other states, oversight doesn’t follow

Jaleen Anderson’s mom is on a quest for details about her son’s death in a Louisiana prison that houses hundreds of Harris County inmates awaiting trial.

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Former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is the Democrats’ pick for Jackson Lee seat in Congress

Harris County Democratic leaders made their choice to represent the party in the November election.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Rangers find no evidence of efforts to sway 2022 election results in Harris County

One county employee was charged in the probe, however, after investigators said he failed to make sure polling locations had enough ballots.

The Texas Tribune

Texas’ overcrowded and understaffed jails send people awaiting trial to other counties and states

Limits on who can be released without paying bail and difficulties hiring guards worsen the situation.

The Texas Tribune

Ted Cruz gets backing from Texas Democrat in bid to keep his senate seat

Democratic Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced she is backing the Republican senator during a rally in Houston

Latin Times

Ted Cruz touts endorsement from Kim Ogg, a Houston Democrat, in bid for crossover votes

Ogg is no darling of the left. She lost her Democratic primary in a landslide election this year after a number of intraparty feuds.

The Texas Tribune

Teen accused of fatally attacking neighbor, 62, in her hot tub ‘to see what it was like to stab someone’

Dana Magnuson was found dead at her home in Harris County, Texas

The Independent UK

Houston candidates pitching themselves to replace the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee on November ballot

At least three Democrats are considering bids for the Houston-area seat. But Texas Democratic officials — not voters — will decide who will be on the November ballot.

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Residential solar is growing in Texas amid worries about reliable power during events like Hurricane Beryl

In Harris County, more federal money is available to help low- and moderate-income residents install rooftop solar.

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Texans heading into a second week without electricity are battling heat, frustration and boredom

More than 200,000 CenterPoint Energy customers without power struggle with the heat one week after Hurricane Beryl swept through southeast Texas.

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Texas Detective Killed In Ambush Pursuing Assault Suspect

Tragic incident in Harris County, Texas, as a detective is killed while pursuing an assault suspect. Law enforcement agencies unite in manhunt for the suspect.

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Houston Man Killed By Falling Tree During Hurricane Beryl

Tragic death in Harris County as a man is killed by a fallen tree during Hurricane Beryl, highlighting the importance of safety during severe weather.

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Harris County, Texas Urged To Take Shelter As Beryl Approaches

Residents in Harris County, Texas, advised to seek shelter as Hurricane Beryl approaches. Stay safe and follow local officials' instructions.

The Texas Tribune

Lina Hidalgo receives ethics fine after endorsing a primary candidate at a Harris County press conference

The $500 fine from the Texas Ethics Commission comes after the agency found the Harris County judge broke state campaign laws barring use of government resources for political purposes.

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Deputy Constable Shot In Ambush During Robbery Pursuit In Texas

Deputy constable shot by robbery suspect in Harris County; suspect apprehended after police pursuit. Community urged to pray for deputy's recovery.

The Texas Tribune

To fight poverty, some Texas cities gave aid with no strings attached. Conservatives are pushing back.

Guaranteed income programs let participants use funds however they see fit. Critics argue they're not a good use of taxpayer dollars.

The Texas Tribune

Harris County judge whose electoral win was deemed invalid will remain on bench as legal battle continues

Political experts say court order for new election could spur more challenges to narrow wins.

The Independent UK

Texas judge has been missing from bench for three weeks after overseeing high-profile cases

Judge Kelli Johnson, recently presided over several high-profile trials in the county, but has not been present at the 178th Criminal District Court since May 1

The Independent UK

Head of FEMA tours deadly storm damage in Houston area as more residents get power back

The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency has toured the Houston area to assess the damage from last week’s deadly storms

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