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Weather closures spark early voting extension lawsuit in CD‑18 runoff
| January 26, 2026
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.
Inside Houston’s political tug-of-war over housing and mobility
| January 26, 2026
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.
So you just got towed or ticketed in Houston: Here’s what to do next
| January 22, 2026
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.
Local races take shape in Harris and Fort Bend counties ahead of March primaries
| January 22, 2026
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 county priorities for millions of Houston residents ahead of the November general election.
Early voting is underway in Texas’ CD‑18 runoff
| January 22, 2026
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.
Houston to revamp George R. Brown Center ahead of 2026 World Cup
| January 22, 2026
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
Houston, meet Frida Kahlo: MFAH opens doors to beloved artist’s world
| January 22, 2026
A new exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is dedicated to the works of Frida Kahlo. Here’s what you need to know.
Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center transformation is underway: here’s what it means for jobs, events
| January 20, 2026
It’s been nearly a decade since the George R. Brown Convention Center saw a major renovation—but just a few weeks into 2026, Houston is already seeing visible changes tied to its $2 billion transformation project.
Texas CD-18 candidates have message ahead of early voting
| January 16, 2026
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.
Harris County voters share how politics is reshaping daily life
| January 15, 2026
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.