Harris County commissioners pass property tax rate increase, approve $3 billion budget
Harris County commissioners have made their votes on the proposed property tax rate increases intended to help close an estimated $181 million budget shortfall.
Harris County commissioners have made their votes on the proposed property tax rate increases intended to help close an estimated $181 million budget shortfall.
Harris County tax increases included in budget
Three out of five Harris County leaders approved a historic increase in property taxes as part of the FY 2027 county budget. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour breaks down the numbers and what supporting and opposing leaders had to say about the increase.
Three out of five Harris County leaders approved a historic increase in property taxes as part of the FY 2027 county budget. FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour breaks down the numbers and what supporting and opposing leaders had to say about the increase.
Breaking down numbers for Harris County budget, potential tax hike
A public hearing and a vote are expected Thursday for a possible property tax raise in Harris County. FOX 26's Greg Groogan shares how supporting commissioners are defending the hike and how a finance expert is dismantling their defense.
A public hearing and a vote are expected Thursday for a possible property tax raise in Harris County. FOX 26's Greg Groogan shares how supporting commissioners are defending the hike and how a finance expert is dismantling their defense.
Harris County leaders approve potential tax hike | What's Your Point?
The What's Your Point panelists vent their frustrations after Harris County commissioners voted 3-2 to advance a potential increase in property taxes.
The What's Your Point panelists vent their frustrations after Harris County commissioners voted 3-2 to advance a potential increase in property taxes.
Funding for Houston ICE shooting investigation approved by Harris County leaders
The $2.5 million is said to go directly into the Harris County District Attorney's Office investigation into the July ICE-involved shooting.
The $2.5 million is said to go directly into the Harris County District Attorney's Office investigation into the July ICE-involved shooting.
Harris County Flood Control Director possible pick sparks rift among commissioners over process
A sharp division has emerged within the Harris County Commissioners Court on the eve of a discussion to appoint a new head for the region's embattled Flood Control District.
A sharp division has emerged within the Harris County Commissioners Court on the eve of a discussion to appoint a new head for the region's embattled Flood Control District.
Harris Co. leaders at odds for potential Flood Control Director
A sharp division has emerged within the Harris County Commissioners Court on the eve of a discussion to appoint a new head for the region's embattled Flood Control District. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains.
A sharp division has emerged within the Harris County Commissioners Court on the eve of a discussion to appoint a new head for the region's embattled Flood Control District. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains.
Harris County judge, commissioners at odds over flood control director
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has been criticizing the leader of the county's Flood Control District. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains the critiques, where commissioners stand, and the Flood District's repsonse.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has been criticizing the leader of the county's Flood Control District. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle explains the critiques, where commissioners stand, and the Flood District's repsonse.
Harris County Attorney candidate Abbie Kamin filling in as interim
Houston District C council member Abbie Kamin has been elected to finish the current term as Harris County Attorney. Kamin is currently in the running to fill the attorney position permanently.
Houston District C council member Abbie Kamin has been elected to finish the current term as Harris County Attorney. Kamin is currently in the running to fill the attorney position permanently.
Ben Taub expansion project approved by Harris County Commissioners
The project will acquire some of Hermann Park to get more patient beds in the hospital.
The project will acquire some of Hermann Park to get more patient beds in the hospital.
New Houston Texans HQ, training facility coming to NW Harris County
Toro District is also set to benefit residents and visitors with entertainment and career opportunities.
Toro District is also set to benefit residents and visitors with entertainment and career opportunities.
Harris County officials detail impact of new bail laws on jail capacity, staffing
New data shows court speed is stabilizing the Harris County Jail population, but officials warn Prop 3 will require a major, funded effort to maintain the pace.
New data shows court speed is stabilizing the Harris County Jail population, but officials warn Prop 3 will require a major, funded effort to maintain the pace.
Harris County commissioner raising alarm over $47 million pay increase for county employees
Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey is sounding the alarm about a $47 million proposal aimed at raising salaries for County employees under a certain pay grade.
Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey is sounding the alarm about a $47 million proposal aimed at raising salaries for County employees under a certain pay grade.
Harris County community members, commissioners share thoughts ahead of 2026 FY budget proposal
On Thursday, Commissioners Court was held at the Harris County Administration building where commissioners heard from community members about many different agenda items, including some who shared concerns about the 2026 FY budget.
On Thursday, Commissioners Court was held at the Harris County Administration building where commissioners heard from community members about many different agenda items, including some who shared concerns about the 2026 FY budget.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo censured following heated exchange with commissioners over tax rate proposal
The argument stemmed over a proposed "penny tax" to continue funding the county's childcare program.
The argument stemmed over a proposed "penny tax" to continue funding the county's childcare program.
Harris County approves Diwali fireworks sales season, despite fire safety concerns
Harris County Commissioners voted to add a fireworks sales season specifically for Diwali, despite concerns raised by fire chiefs about potential safety risks.
Harris County Commissioners voted to add a fireworks sales season specifically for Diwali, despite concerns raised by fire chiefs about potential safety risks.
Harris County Commissioners vote unanimously to raise minimum wage for certain workers
Harris County Commissioners have raised minimum wage to $15 dollars an hour for county contract workers, to match the pay of county employees.
Harris County Commissioners have raised minimum wage to $15 dollars an hour for county contract workers, to match the pay of county employees.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo blames DA Kim Ogg for investigation into her office; Ogg fires back
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo responded to the investigation into an alleged $11 million bid-rigging scheme in the judge's office.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo responded to the investigation into an alleged $11 million bid-rigging scheme in the judge's office.
Harris County Judge Hidalgo back at work after two-month treatment for depression
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo returned to work on Monday after taking two months off to seek treatment for her mental health.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo returned to work on Monday after taking two months off to seek treatment for her mental health.
Harris County public libraries become 'Book Sanctuary' for banned books: list of books
Banned books may no longer be on shelves in school buildings but they will still have a home in Harris County public libraries after a recent vote from Harris County Commissioners.
Banned books may no longer be on shelves in school buildings but they will still have a home in Harris County public libraries after a recent vote from Harris County Commissioners.