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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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The government wants to buy their flood-prone homes. But these Texans aren’t moving.

In Harris County, the flood control district wants to buy properties along the San Jacinto River that have flooded repeatedly. Some residents aren’t leaving.

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Severe storms kill at least 4 in Houston, cause widespread power outages

It’s not yet clear how long hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses will remain without electricity.

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Two years later, judge orders new election for Harris County judicial seat

Democratic Judge DaSean Jones beat out Tami Pierce by 449 votes in 2022, prompting one of several election challenges filed by unsuccessful Republican candidates. Many other election challenges were dismissed.

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New York City and Harris County, Texas, lead in number of migrant deportations this year

Over 600,000 people have been deported so far this fiscal year. Los Angeles County, Dallas County and Miami-Dade complete the top five

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After a boom in cash aid to tackle poverty, some states are now banning it

Four states so far have passed laws prohibiting the use of public money for no-strings cash aid. Advocates for basic income say the backlash is being fueled by a conservative think tank.

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Harris, Montgomery counties declare emergencies as East Texas region floods

Parts of Harris County, including The Woodlands, were under flood warnings Thursday.

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Texas Republicans have tried to rein in property taxes for five years. Has it worked?

Texas has spent billions of dollars to drive down property taxes. Many homeowners saw a significant tax cut last year, per a Texas Tribune analysis.

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Harris County Deputy Killed In Line-Of-Duty Collision

Details of the tragic death of Deputy Investigator John Coddou in Texas after being struck by a truck at a crash scene on Highway 99.

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Harris County prosecutor hands criminal case into Lina Hidalgo’s staffers over to state attorney general

Hidalgo’s staffers were indicted on felony charges related to how they allegedly helped award an $11 million contract to a political consulting firm headed by a Democratic strategist.

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Texas Supreme Court temporarily blocks Harris County’s guaranteed income pilot program

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging the program, saying it violates the Texas Constitution.

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Texas Attorney General Sues To Stop Houston Guaranteed Income Program

Legal battle ensues as Texas AG challenges Harris County's guaranteed income program, sparking political tensions over poverty relief initiatives.

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Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Harris County to block program that would give cash to poorest households

The program would give roughly 1,900 households payments of $500 for 18 months with no strings attached. Paxton called it “plainly unconstitutional.”

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Texas Supreme Court justice implies Democrats will cheat in 2024 election

Justice John Devine’s comments at a conservative event are the latest to prompt concerns about his impartiality as a jurist.

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