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Texas court blocks Ken Paxton challenge to Harris County immigration fund
A Texas court blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton’s attempt to stop Harris County’s immigrant legal aid funding because the money was already spent. Now the fight heads to the Texas Supreme Court, where the stakes get even higher.
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CD‑18 voters are ready for strong, steady leadership after redistricting
CD‑18 voters say this March primary matters. After being redistricted and going more than a year without representation, many say they’re ready for steady leadership again. They’re energized, paying attention, and prepared to move forward with someone in place who can represent them.
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Young Houston voters push for new leadership in a tense election year
As early voting closes ahead of Texas’ primary elections, some Houston-area voters say they are approaching the candidates with a renewed sense of urgency, citing concerns ranging from immigration and public education to civil rights and community safety. Roughly 270,000 people cast early ballots in Harris County for the March 3 primary, combining both in‑person…
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ICE admin office to open near Woodlands school
Just across from Primrose Schools in the Woodlands, an ICE facility is gearing up to open. Cesar Espinosa, with Immigrant Families and Students in the Fight, says this move opens the door for more child detainments despite its illegality.
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ICE is operating in droves in Houston
ICE is in Texas, but Houston hasn’t forgotten their neighbors. Follow @couriertexas.
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‘I guess it’s my time to die’ Why Black mothers in Harris County face higher risks
In 2019, Moriah Ballard lost her son and nearly died herself at Texas Medical Center due to complications with severe preeclampsia. Her heartbreaking story is not uncommon. A recent report from Harris County Public Health found that Black women in Harris county faced the highest pregnancy-related death rate in the US from 2016 to 2020.…
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Rep. Al Green casts vote as a candidate for the CD-18
Rep. Al Green casts his vote today as a candidate for Texas’ 18th Congressional District. After recent redistricting shifted district boundaries and placed his residence outside the TX‑09 lines he once represented, he’s now running under the new map.
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What to know about the Texas Medical Center—aka the ‘Medical Mini-City’
Welcome to the Texas Medical Center, a sprawling campus in south-central Houston just south of the city’s Museum District and rated one of the top places to visit in this city. Composed of 61 medical institutions, the Medical Mini-City, as it’s often called, has the unique distinction of being both the largest medical center and the largest…
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ICE protester pleads with Houston City Council to end the city’s cooperation with ICE
An ICE protester pleaded with Houston City Council to end the city’s collaboration with the agency, urging leaders to take action as concerns over enforcement practices continue to grow.
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Houston Mayor celebrates city in annual address
From cheering on Hilton Americas labor workers who fought for fair wages, to launching the revitalization of Tranquillity Park, to prioritizing public safety, Houston Mayor John Whitmire used his State of the City address to spotlight the people and projects moving Houston forward.
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Texas braces for political upheaval as Trump floats Ted Cruz for Supreme Court
The longtime Senator’s move to the Supreme Court could upend Texas representation and reinforce the Court’s conservative tilt. President Donald Trump’s public suggestion that Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas could be a nominee for a future U.S. Supreme Court vacancy is prompting questions about how the move would reshape both Texas politics and the…
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Houston voters just filled a vacant seat. Now they’re voting again.
Rep. Christian Menefee of Texas, the newest member of Congress, started the job Monday – and now has just four weeks to convince Houston voters he already deserves reelection.
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Shell-ebration in the Gulf: Over 100 sea turtles swim free again
Last Thursday, over 100 sea turtles were safely released back into Gulf waters after experiencing the effects of cold-stunning. Here’s what you need to know.
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Houstonians pack City Hall, demanding accountability for ICE violence
Demand for action was clear at Houston City Hall as residents delivered urgent testimony on ICE’s presence in the city, with some speakers directing sharp criticism at Mayor John Whitmire.
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Inside Houston’s political tug-of-war over housing and mobility
Houston’s growth is speeding up, but politics aren’t keeping pace. Charles Blain, President of Urban Reform Institute, breaks down how stalled decisions on affordability and transportation are shaping everyday life in the city.
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Weather closures spark early voting extension lawsuit in CD‑18 runoff
Early voting was cut short by extreme weather; now a lawsuit calls for Harris County to extend voting time ahead of the CD‑18 runoff.
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Houston’s CD-18 runoff sees two-day early voting extension after judge’s ruling
Extension follows civil rights lawsuit over weather shutdowns in closely watched congressional runoff. A judge has ordered Harris County to extend early voting in the Congressional District 18 runoff, granting two additional days of access after civil rights groups sued to restore time lost during this week’s weather‑related shutdowns. Pure Justice, the Texas Civil Rights…
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Houston has the most buyer-friendly housing market in Texas
Houston was recently named Texas’s most buyer-friendly housing market and the 15th best in the US. Here’s what you need to know.
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Weather closures spark early voting extension lawsuit in CD‑18 runoff
Early voting was cut short by extreme weather; now a lawsuit calls for Harris County to extend voting time ahead of the CD‑18 runoff.
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Inside Houston’s political tug-of-war over housing and mobility
Houston’s growth is speeding up, but politics aren’t keeping pace. Charles Blain, President of Urban Reform Institute, breaks down how stalled decisions on affordability and transportation are shaping everyday life in the city.
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So you just got towed or ticketed in Houston: Here’s what to do next
If that’s ever happened to you and you weren’t sure what to do, keep reading: Here are the steps to take after you’ve been ticketed or towed in Houston.
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Local races take shape in Harris and Fort Bend counties ahead of March primaries
Voters in Harris County and Fort Bend County are heading into a major election year with crowded races for county judge, county attorney, district clerk and Congress. Dozens of candidates from both parties have filed for these key offices, setting up for competitive primaries on March 3. The results will help define local leadership and…
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Early voting is underway in Texas’ CD‑18 runoff
Early voting is now open in Houston for the special election to fill the vacant US House seat in TX‑18. Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards are vying to succeed the late Rep. Sylvester Turner. Early voting runs through Jan. 27, and Election Day is Jan. 31.
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Houston to revamp George R. Brown Center ahead of 2026 World Cup
Houston’s $2 Billion George R. Brown redevelopment, spurred by legislation championed by Mayor John Whitmire, is now visibly underway as the city prepares for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Republican National Convention.Read more about the George R. Brown expansion at the link in our bio
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Texas CD-18 candidates have message ahead of early voting
US House candidates Amanda Edwards and Christian Menefee are asking voters to show up for the 18th Congressional District runoff election. Early voting runs Jan. 21-27, with election day on Jan. 31.
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Harris County voters share how politics is reshaping daily life
Harris County voters tell Courier Texas the everyday political issues affecting their lives. From ICE presence to economic uncertainty, we hear directly from constituents about how their daily lives are affected.
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Amanda Edwards: ‘Our civil rights are being violated’
Watch as Democratic US House candidate Amanda Edwards criticizes the lack of accountability in the federal government.
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Houston’s best dog parks for running, splashing, & making new friends
From fountains to fenced play areas, find dog parks in Houston where your pup can exercise and socialize year-round.
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Stormwater funds for demolition? Houston’s controversial $30 million vote
Houston City Council approved the use of $30 million in stormwater funds to demolish dangerous, abandoned buildings a close 9-7 vote that sparked debate over how the money can be used.
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Letter to ICE calls for transparency in agent interactions
District J Council Member Edward Pollard has raised concerns about how federal immigration agents interact with the public. In a letter to the ICE Houston Field Office, he calls for clearer identification from agents and an end to face coverings during enforcement actions.
