Houston elects Chris Hollins as City Controller with more than 58% of votes
Houston's newly elected financial watchdog, Chris Hollins, emerges victorious over rising political star Orlando Sanchez, stepping into a pivotal role to provide clear-eyed assessments and money-saving innovations amid the city's forecast of rough financial times.
Houston's newly elected financial watchdog, Chris Hollins, emerges victorious over rising political star Orlando Sanchez, stepping into a pivotal role to provide clear-eyed assessments and money-saving innovations amid the city's forecast of rough financial times.
What's Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee's next chapter in public service?
Sheila Jackson Lee vows to stay in the political arena despite an apparent defeat, setting the stage for a heated congressional primary clash with former city council member Amanda Edwards, highlighting the end of a 28-year stronghold on her seat.
Sheila Jackson Lee vows to stay in the political arena despite an apparent defeat, setting the stage for a heated congressional primary clash with former city council member Amanda Edwards, highlighting the end of a 28-year stronghold on her seat.
From state senate to city hall: Whitmire clinches Houston mayoral win
Whitmire clinched the win decisively, as both practical thinkers from all political corners saw him as the catalyst for positive change, steering a ship that had veered drastically off course.
Whitmire clinched the win decisively, as both practical thinkers from all political corners saw him as the catalyst for positive change, steering a ship that had veered drastically off course.
Houston in hot water: Allegations of fraud in $8 million water repair contracts
Houston investigates $8 million water repair contract scandal as journalist Amy Davis exposes corruption; Mayor Turner reacts defensively, calling her "rude" and threatening retaliation.
Houston investigates $8 million water repair contract scandal as journalist Amy Davis exposes corruption; Mayor Turner reacts defensively, calling her "rude" and threatening retaliation.
Judge Lina Hidalgo faces backlash for political advocacy on county grounds What's Your Point?
County Judge Lina Hidalgo faces controversy as she's accused of blatant campaigning for Democratic ally Sean Teare on county property and taxpayer-funded platforms.
County Judge Lina Hidalgo faces controversy as she's accused of blatant campaigning for Democratic ally Sean Teare on county property and taxpayer-funded platforms.
Squabbling candidates bring police to Sunnyside polling place- What's Your Point?
Sunnyside polling place chaos as District D rivals, Travis McGee and incumbent Carolyn Evans Shabazz, exchange accusations and prompt law enforcement intervention.
Sunnyside polling place chaos as District D rivals, Travis McGee and incumbent Carolyn Evans Shabazz, exchange accusations and prompt law enforcement intervention.
Mayoral debate sparks controversy over diversity in Houston City Hall leadership - What's Your Point?
The recent Fox 26 mayoral debate highlighted concerns about ethnic representation in Houston's City Hall leadership, with accusations that the current balance disproportionately favors African Americans.
The recent Fox 26 mayoral debate highlighted concerns about ethnic representation in Houston's City Hall leadership, with accusations that the current balance disproportionately favors African Americans.
Reviewing the runoff debate- What's Your Point?
Houston mayoral contenders, Sheila Jackson Lee and John Whitmire promise a second chance for non-violent individuals, a tough stance on crime, and pledge financial transparency amid corruption allegations. Voters face the decision of who can truly deliver on these promises.
Houston mayoral contenders, Sheila Jackson Lee and John Whitmire promise a second chance for non-violent individuals, a tough stance on crime, and pledge financial transparency amid corruption allegations. Voters face the decision of who can truly deliver on these promises.
National polls show President Biden losing ground among voters under 30
National polls among voters aged 30 and younger reveal Biden's decline, tying with Trump in one and trailing behind independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in another.
National polls among voters aged 30 and younger reveal Biden's decline, tying with Trump in one and trailing behind independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in another.
House votes overwhelmingly to oust George Santos amid federal indictments
George Santos, facing federal charges including fraud and money laundering, has been expelled from the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 311 to 114.
George Santos, facing federal charges including fraud and money laundering, has been expelled from the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 311 to 114.
Houston in hot water: Allegations of fraud in $8 million water repair contracts
Houston investigates $8 million water repair contract scandal as journalist Amy Davis exposes corruption; Mayor Turner reacts defensively, calling her "rude" and threatening retaliation.
Houston investigates $8 million water repair contract scandal as journalist Amy Davis exposes corruption; Mayor Turner reacts defensively, calling her "rude" and threatening retaliation.
Law enforcement called in as District D rivals clash at Houston polling site
Sunnyside polling place chaos as District D rivals, Travis McGee and incumbent Carolyn Evans Shabazz, exchange accusations and prompt law enforcement intervention.
Sunnyside polling place chaos as District D rivals, Travis McGee and incumbent Carolyn Evans Shabazz, exchange accusations and prompt law enforcement intervention.
Houston City Council District H runoff Reyes-Revilla v. Castillo
Voters will decide on "brand new" leadership when they collectively select either Mario Castillo or Cynthia Reyes Revilla for the District H seat on Houston city council.
Voters will decide on "brand new" leadership when they collectively select either Mario Castillo or Cynthia Reyes Revilla for the District H seat on Houston city council.
Conversation with the candidates in runoff for District H
Greg Groogan talks with Houston City Council District H runoff candidates Mario Castillo and Cynthia Reyes Revilla
Greg Groogan talks with Houston City Council District H runoff candidates Mario Castillo and Cynthia Reyes Revilla
Houston City Council District G runoff gathering statewide attention
In the hotly contested run-off for District G, covering River Oaks and much of conservative West Houston, incumbent Mary Nan Huffman faces off against challenger Tony Buzbee, an acclaimed litigator and former Houston mayoral candidate.
In the hotly contested run-off for District G, covering River Oaks and much of conservative West Houston, incumbent Mary Nan Huffman faces off against challenger Tony Buzbee, an acclaimed litigator and former Houston mayoral candidate.
Evans-Shabazz in runoff for Houston City Council District D with Travis McGee
In the run-off for District D, incumbent Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz is back to defend her seat against long-time community organizer Travis McGee.
In the run-off for District D, incumbent Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz is back to defend her seat against long-time community organizer Travis McGee.
Plummer v. Morales in runoff for Houston City Council At Large # 4
City Council At-Large Position 4 is shaping up with a showdown between a retired Air Force officer, Lt. Colonel Roy Morales, and the incumbent dentist, Dr. Letitia Plummer.
City Council At-Large Position 4 is shaping up with a showdown between a retired Air Force officer, Lt. Colonel Roy Morales, and the incumbent dentist, Dr. Letitia Plummer.
Houston City Council At Large # 3- Runoff candidates Carter v. Cantu
The battle for Houston City Council At-Large Position 3 narrows to two contenders: longtime public servant Richard Cantu and former Houston Astros Foundation Director Twila Carter.
The battle for Houston City Council At-Large Position 3 narrows to two contenders: longtime public servant Richard Cantu and former Houston Astros Foundation Director Twila Carter.
Willie Davis and Nick Hellyar - runoff candidates for Houston City Council At Large # 2
In the run-off for City Council At-Large Position 2, Reverend Willie Davis competes with realtor Nick Hellyar, who has a history of public service before transitioning to the private sector.
In the run-off for City Council At-Large Position 2, Reverend Willie Davis competes with realtor Nick Hellyar, who has a history of public service before transitioning to the private sector.
Run off candidates for City Council At Large # 1 Melanie Miles and Julian Ramirez
Houston's City Council At-Large Position One is heating up as well-known attorney and former prosecutor Julian Ramirez faces off against fellow lawyer and community activist Melanie Miles in a race for the seat.
Houston's City Council At-Large Position One is heating up as well-known attorney and former prosecutor Julian Ramirez faces off against fellow lawyer and community activist Melanie Miles in a race for the seat.